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The "express" version of our beloved bike route in Tuscany. From the Leaning Tower to the Ponte Vecchio, pedaling along a route that winds through vineyards, olive groves and an architectural heritage of historic villas and adjoining gardens that look like real works of art. A total immersion in the relaxed Tuscan countryside dotted with art cities and villages. A few examples? Lucca, Montecatini, Collodi and Pescia. Four days on the pedals along a flat route with some hilly sections, which do not require special training. The stages are on low-traffic back roads with short dirt portions. Optional pedaling or train connections are offered on some days to shorten the routes. 4-nights 3* and 4* hotel accommodation 4 Breakfast Digital travel guide, Maps, Roadbook, GPS Luggage transportation (1 piece, 20kg per person) 7-day Hotline service Pisa is connected with the following airports: Pisa: about 5km, Florence: about 90km Departure Saturdays - special departures for groups 6+ 550 EUR for 3rd person in triple room Extra night in Pisa: From 75 EUR p.p (140 EUR single room) If you would like to rent a bike (70 EUR) or E-bike (180 EUR), please contact our office when booking: [[email protected]] Slow Tours offers a number of other [Cycling Tours in Europe](</search?category=33&start=&keyword=>) Individual arrival and overnight in Pisa. The city is famous all over the world for its magic Piazza dei Miracoli with the characteristic leaning tower, the bell tower of the city cathedral. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1987, besides a large number of monuments it also offers the friendly and lively atmosphere of a university city. Today’s route can be almost completely flat with an easy stage (25 km, difference in altitude +130m/-115m) that will take you northwards, cycling along the Serchio river and through the Pisan countryside until you reach the village of Ripafratta and then the city of Lucca, or a slightly longer and more challenging ride along the eastern side of the Monti Pisani and then Lake Massaciuccoli. Following the cycle path of the river Serchio you will get to the base of the Lucchesia green hills. You will cycle along quiet country roads where you will have the chance to admire majestic villas. With a small effort you can reach Collodi, the town of Pinocchio, with the wonderful garden of Villa Garzoni. Afterwards you will get to the medieval hamlet of Pescia with its flower market and finally you will arrive in Montecatini, one of the most famous thermal destinations in Europe. Today you have to choose either to start pedalling directly from Montecatini or to shorten the trip through a short train transfer to Pistoia (Total length 50 km, elevation gain +240m/-250m), rich in Romanesque and Renaissance monuments (in particular churches) and having one of the most evocative squares in Italy: Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square). From here back onto the saddle, to reach Florence. Car rental in Italy: If you would like to drive yourself before or after your tour, ask us for a quote on any brand new Renault, Peugeot or Citroen vehicle for driving in Europe. Pick up your vehicle from most capital cities in Europe and return it to your drop off destination. Top insurance cover. Email [[email protected]] for a competitive quote Travel insurance for Italy: Wander the World Without Worry. Local language barriers. Lost passport. Unexpected medical expenses. Sometimes, our trips don’t go as planned. That’s why Slow Tours Pty Ltd wants you to have the most robust travel advisory and protection for your vacation. Ask us for a quote [[email protected]]