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Vineyards and a small village on rolling hills in Tuscany

Tuscany - based in one hotel

Cycling. Feasting. Relaxing

8 Days / 7 Nights
Challenging
Vineyards and a small village on rolling hills in Tuscany

Do you want to see classic Italy – this tour of Tuscany could not be better! The cycle tour with Eurobike offers so many highlights for fans of ‘la Dolce Vita’. Be it the picturesque landscape of the ancient culture of central Italy. This cycle tour really leaves no part of Tuscany unturned. Of course, a trip to Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is also part of the programme. In the evenings you can relax with a glass of Vino on the terrace of your feel-good hotel, feel true holiday happiness!

A bike tour in the heart of Italy is perfect from spring onwards. Tuscany, with its mild temperatures is perfect for a holiday away from the crowds of tourists. Even more so when you are travelling by bike! Take this chance for a summer cycling break until October. In total you will cover around 240 kilometres, all in the beautiful landscape of Italy’s picture perfect region.

  • Gems of Italian cities: Florence, Lucca, San Gimignano or Vinci – names that are music to the ears. Use your time in these historic cities for strolling, shopping or culture spotting.
  • 4-star Grand Hotel Croce di Malta: In Montecatini your holiday accommodation is just a few steps away from the spa and village centre. The dreamlike pool is just perfect for a cooling dip after a long bike ride.
  • Welcome shortcuts by train and bus: Trips to further away cities such as Florence, Lucca and Monte Pisani are easily shortened by bus and train. Of course the Eurobike team also organises this for you!

For casual cyclists who like to cycle in their spare time, the Tuscany tour is perfect! Everyday you spend between 40 and 55 kilometres cycling on secondary roads and country lanes. Some basic fitness is needed, because although the landscape is stunning, it is also hilly. Longer distances, such as the return trip from Lucca or Vinci, are made by bus and train. Thanks to Eurobike’s extensive travel material, you’ll know what to expect every day before you leave.

Itinerary at a glance

Experience Tuscany with all your senses - your base is in Montecatini with the Hotel Croce di Malta. The Val die Nievole offers unique views of the region and from Monte Pisano, you look out over the vastness of the sea.

Information on the tour and bike fitting in the evening. For the rest of the day, we recommend taking a walk in the spa park or taking the historical rack railway train to Montecatini Alto.

Today, you will cycle along wonderful ways through olive groves to the charming town of Serravalle. Beautiful panoramic views over the valley will reward you for conquering the short climbs before you will return downhill to Montecatini. On your way, you will also pass the historic town of Montecatini Alto, where you can enjoy a glass of wine at the romantic Piazza Guisti.

The day starts with a drive to the summit of Monte Pisano (900 m) where you can enjoy an impressive panorama of Pisa and the sea. From here you will start your bike tour with a long descent into the valley. On the bike path along a Roman Viaduct you will get to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Later, you will continue to the Mediterranean coast and through the nature park “Macchia Lucchese” to the “Pearl of the Tyrrhenian coast”: Viareggio. At the end of your tour, you will take the train back to Montecatini.

The capital of Tuscany offers a unique range of palaces, churches, museums and art treasures of the Renaissance to its visitors. Today, you and your bike get a break. Alternatively, you can enjoy the day in your wellness hotel.

Today, you will take a shuttle to Casciana Terme. On wonderful ways, through vineyards and rolling hills, you will cycle to San Gimignano. On your way, you will see images of the original Tuscany as they have been painted many times. Just before you reach today’s destination, the silhouettes of the famous medieval towers appear in front of you. After your trip, you will have a transfer back to your hotel.

On the sixth day, you will cycle on small paths through the olive groves of Montecatini to Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo.This museum dedicated to his genius and his inventions is very impressive. On your way back to the hotel, you will cycle over gently rolling hills and through the lovely countryside of Montalbano.

First, you will cycle through the small, medieval wine town of Monte Carlo, where one of the few white wines of Tuscany flourishes. Then you will continue your tour along the Wine Road “Colline Lucchesi”, through the backcountry, past the beautiful Villa Torriggiani to Lucca. A bike ride on the historic city walls offers magnificent views of churches and towers that rise above the countless roofs of the city. The train will take you back to your hotel.

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Route information

Challenging

Tuscany has a wonderful but also hilly landscape. You will cycle on quiet minor roads and sometimes even on country lanes. Close to bigger cities, traffic is unfortunately unavoidable.

Prices & Dates

Category A: Deluxe room

Category B: Superior room

Prices per person in EUR

Our rental bikes

Men's bike 21-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame

Body size approx. 165 cm - 205 cm

56-51 "sloping" cm |
60 cm |
64 cm
Unisex bike 21/24-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 190 cm

43 cm |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex bike 7-speed
Hub gears with coaster brake

High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel

Body size approx. 155 cm - 190 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Unisex Electro bike 8-speed
Hub gears with freewheel

High-quality unisex electric bike with comfortable low entry

Body size approx. 148 cm - 195 cm

46 cm "xs" |
46 cm |
51 cm |
56 cm
Rental Bike PLUS 20/27-speed
Dereilleur gears with freewheel

Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame

Body size approx. 155 cm - 205 cm

46 cm |
51 cm |
60 cm |
63 cm

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in the Grand Hotel Croce di Malta 4**** in your selected category
  • Breakfast
  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • EUROBIKE developed route
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)
  • 1 Bus transfer to Monte Pisano and Casciana Terme such as from San Gimignano incl. your bike
  • 1 train journey from Viareggio – Montecatini and from Lucca – Montecatini incl. your bike
  • 1 train journey to and from Florence excl. your bike
  • Use of outdoor pool and fitness area
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Service hotline

Optional extras

  • Half-board evening meal
  • Bike rental, including rental bike insurance

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Montecatini Terme central train station
  • Florence or Pisa airport
  • Garage costs approx. EUR 60/week, public parking along the street costs approx. EUR 5/day

Optional extras

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price!
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Join us in achieving greater sustainability by choosing our digital route book, rather than the printed version. As a small thank you we will give you a discount of €20 per room.

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