Cycling in Northern Tuscany: Pisa to Florence

The first part of the trip will take you through the quintessential Tuscan landscape of vineyards and olive groves to Pisa, with its world-renowned Leaning Tower, then continuing to the charming town of Lucca, with its impressive city walls. Continue on country lanes to Vinci, Leonardo da Vinci’s birthplace, and visit the museums there to gain insight into the life and mind of the genius. Finally, visit Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. This is a flexible itinerary allowing you to explore the cultural riches and iconic landscapes of Northern Tuscany, suitable for both beginner and intermediate cyclists, looking for an active holiday in a marvellous setting.

Highlights
A flexible itinerary exploring the highlights of Northern Tuscany
Nature Reserves: the Fucecchio Padule inland wetlands with a great variety of nesting and migratory birds
A wine-tasting visit of a traditional cellar
Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
Charming villages, quiet roads, cypress tree-lined country lanes and cycle paths along the Serchio river
Wine and great Tuscan food