Unisex 21-speed bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel
High-quality unisex touring bike with comfortable low entry.
Body size approx. 148cm - 190cm.
43cm
46cm
51cm
56cm
about the route
The route goes along the lush vineyards and through olive groves, before reaching the one of the highlights: the cycling experience on the island of Elba.
The terrain alternates between flat to minor hills. There are only two stretches on the trip where you will experience longer inclinations. Most of the trails on this tour are unpaved, few will be a little more rustic, and in the cities there will be shorter stretches on citystreets.
Itinerary
Here you can see the programme for the tour.
Individual arrival to the first hotel in Pisa (from the train station it is only a short walk). Depending on how early you arrive in the city, it will be possible to walk around in the old charming town.
Hotel (example): Hotel Repubblica Marinara
From Piazza dei Miracoli, which is home to the city cathedral and its famous Leaning Tower, nice and winding paths will lead you through the National Park Macchia Lucchese and out to the seaside. Continue along white sandy beaches until reaching the charming coastal town of Viareggio. If you feel like it, go for a dip in the Tyrrhenian Sea along the way. A short train ride will bring you and the bikes back to Pisa for another night.
Hotel (example): Hotel Repubblica Marinara
The morning begins with a short train ride to Livorno. This historic port city has much to offer, including the popular neighborhood of Venezia Nuova, with its many canals. After a stretch along one of the promenades, you head up into the Tuscan highlands. A longer inclination leads you through the National Park of Monti Livornesi and further through the Tuscan villages, which beautifully meanders in the hilly landscape. The descent brings a spectacular view with the blue sea in beautiful contrast to the green landscape.
You will be staying at a hotel, located close to the steep cliffs, with small paths along the beach and palm trees gently swaying in the wind, which together create a true Mediterranean atmosphere.
Hotel (example): Hotel Miramare
The cycling stage of day four, goes along the beautiful coast of Tuscany. After following some of the famous white sand beaches around Vada, the route will lead you through some of Italy's most beautiful pine forests. Then you will cycle through the national park of Tomboli and from there on to the town of Bibbona. From here you head to the famous wine village of Bolgheri, where the extraction of wine from the Tuscan topclass grapes takes place. After following a long avenue lined with cypress trees, you will again reach the seaside and the coastal town of Marina de Castagneto, with its many beach cafes and promenades.
Hotel (example): I Ginepri
The day begins by going up a hill towards the medieval town Castaneto Carducci. Here the views are spectacular and it is advised to sit down at one of the cafes and enjoy a well-deserved and well-brewed Italian espresso. From here you continue cycling up a winding mountain road through romantic cork oak forests Take your time and make small stops in the traditional Tuscan villages you pass on the way, and enjoy with their characteristic stone houses and Tuscan atmospheres. The next part of the tour brings you down through lush olive groves to the coastal town of Golfo de Baratti, where the silence at the archaeological excavations sites is a great contrast to the beach life not far from there.
From here it is only a few kilometers to Piombino, which is an impressive coastal town, where you can enjoy an Italian gelatto on the square right at the beach.
Hotel (example): Hotel Esperia
A ferry will bring you and the bikes to Portoferraio on the island of Elba. The trip takes about an hour, but the time is excellently used enjoying the stunning views of both Elba and the mainland. On Elba it is the possible to chose between two different routes, one short and one longer. The short tour will take you on a panoramic route passing several deserted bays and coves. The slightly longer trip gives you the opportunity to get up in the hilly inland area of the island. Here you can experience the characteristic vegetation of Macchia Mediterrenea.
After a day full of experiences on the island, the return journey on the ferry will be the perfect place to enjoy the sunset.
Hotel (example): Hotel Esperia
When checking out of the hotel in Piombino, you also return the bikes. From here it is possible to take the train back to Pisa (This takes about 2 hours and costs about €10,- p.p). If your tour started on a Sunday it will also be possible to join a transfer directly from the hotel to Pisa. This transfer departs from the hotel between noon and 1 pm, and will get you into Pisa round about 3 pm. There is a limited number of seats on the transfer, so this must be booked before joining the tour. The payment of this transfer is done locally and the price is € 45 p.p. (If you broad your own bike on this tour, it is possible to bring it on the transfer at no additional costs.)
Posiblity of extra day of sightseeing day in Pisa or Lucca
If you are interested we can easily arrange an extra night in Pisa, after the completed cycling holiday. In addition to sightseeing in Pisa, which quickly fills you day, it is also easy to take the train from Pisa to Lucca. This city also has lots of charm and cultural experiences to offer. The train journey takes about 30 minutes and costs about € 5 p.p.
The day will be without bikes, as these are returned when leaving Piombino, and you will have to bring your luggage with you from Piombino to the hotel in Pisa. You will be staying at a 4-star hotel incl. breakfast.
Pictures from the trip
Prices and dates
Prices per person in EUR
Price includes
- 4 nights 3-star tourist class hotels, many of them located directly on the beach
- 2 nights in 4-star hotel in Pisa
- Breakfast every day
- Standard bike rental (read more below)
- Luggage transfer between hotels
- Train ticket from Viareggio to Pisa incl. bike
- Train ticket from Pisa to Livorno incl. bike
- Ferry tickets to Elba roundtrip incl. bike
- Detailed descriptions of the routes (route maps, route descriptions/roadbook, information on relevant tourist attractions and important phone numbers.)
- GPS tracks available
- Service hotline
- This is a packaged holiday and is therefore covered by The Travel Guarantee Fund - See which benefits this means for you - click here
Option
- Upgrade to Ebike (selected when booking the tour)
- Transfer back to the first hotel
Not included
- Transport to and from Italy
- Cancellation insurance and travel insurance
- Possible tourist taxes at the accommodations
- Administration fee 20,- Euro
Bikes
You can choose from these bikes on the tour.
7-speed Unisex Bike
Hub gears with coaster brake
High-quality unisex touring bike with coaster brake on the rear wheel.
Body size approx. 155cm - 190cm.
46cm
51cm
56cm
21-gear men's bike
Dereilleur gears with freewheel
High quality men's touring bike with classic diamond frame.
Body size approx. 165cm - 205cm.
56-51 "sloping" cm
60cm
64cm
PLUS men's bike 27-gear
Dereilleur gears with freewheel
Sportier, lighter and more precise premium rental bike with diamond frame.
Body size approx. 155cm - 205cm.
46cm
50cm
51cm
55cm
60cm
63cm
Unisex 7-speed E-bike
Hub gears with freewheel
High quality unisex e-bike with comfortable low entry.
Body size approx. 148cm - 195cm.
46cm "XS"
46cm
51cm
56cm
Practical information
Here you can get answers to various questions about the trip
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The price is based upon two people sharing. It is also possible travel alone in a single room. Simply choose "1 person" in the booking form and it will automatically add the single room surcharge.
On this tour you will be on your own supplied with maps, route descriptions and luggage transfers. That means that your time is your own and you have plenty of time to enjoy the stages in your own pace.
Check the price quickly
You can quickly check the price of your desired trip without having to fill in anything. Here's how:
- Choose your desired start date
- Click on the green button "See price and reserve your holiday" and go to the booking form
- Select number of people, add any optional extras and see the price at the bottom of the page (you don't have to fill in anything on the form).
Get a quote
For example, if you want a flight included or changes to the trip, you can order a quote for this using the "Get a quote" button. Remember to describe in detail what, if anything, you want changed.
The process of your booking
When you book, we will start booking hotels and arranging all the practical details of the trip. This process typically takes 2-5 working days, but some bookings may take longer. If you are arranging your own transport, we recommend that you wait until we have confirmed your booking before arranging this.
Dates
If you can select the date in the tour calendar at the top of this page, this is a possible start date. We continually update the tours with sold-out dates, after which those dates will turn red and cannot be selected.
On all our cycling holidays it is possible bring your own bike but it also possible to rent a bike for the tour. The bikes you can rent are all perfectly suited for the tour and the local terrain and all bikes are perfectly maintained. If you want to rent a bike on your holiday, then you select this on the booking form.
Equipment included in the bike rental:
- Saddle bag (water repellent)
- Handlebar bag (water repellent)
- Service-set with tools and extra bicycle tube
- Combination lock
Please note that helmets are not included and you need to bring your own.
Roadside assistance
All bikes are equipped with puncture resistant tyres which means that it is virtually impossible to puncture. No rule without exceptions, so should you experience a punctured tyre then you can quickly fix it by using the tools in the service-set. If the damage is greater than a simply puncture then you simply call us and we make sure that your bike is fixed or you will be supplied with a new bike as quickly as possible.
Insurance is included
Insurance against theft and damages are included in the bike rental. Should you have any problems of this nature then all you have to do is to let us know and we will supply a new bike as quickly as possible. Naturally, careless or mischievous behavior is exempt from this.
The flights to/from Venice are not included in the price. You can easily find a suitable flight via a flight booking engine such as Momondo or Skyscanner.
Notice: we recommend that you book with us and wait for the confirmation before you book your flights.
Get a quote
If you prefer that we handle your flight, then we would be happy to arrange this for you. You simply book a quote below the map on this page and we will return with a quote as soon as possible (usually within 48 working hours). Please note that we add a handling fee of 45 euro to each flight and this means that the flight will be cheaper if you book it yourself.
From the airport to the hotel
There are People Mover trains running from Pisa Airport to the city center, and the trip takes about 8 minutes. From there, it is a short walk, or you can take a taxi if needed.
The return journey from Piombino to Pisa is also quite manageable. The trip to Pisa Centrale takes about 1 hour, and from there you can hop on the People Mover to the airport.
On www.trenitalia.com, it is easy to get an overview of the times and destinations of the Italian trains, but since it is difficult to buy or change tickets online, we recommend purchasing them at the ticket office or from the machines at the train station.
The accommodations in Pisa are at a 4-star hotel, and for the rest of the trip, there are nice 3-star hotels, several of which are located directly by the beach. Breakfast is included throughout the entire trip.
Extra Nights
It is possible to book extra nights at the first or last hotel. Extra nights before or after the trip can be selected on the booking form.
Breakfast is included every day.
Lunch is easily found on the route, where there are often small villages with cafés or restaurants.
Dinner is also easy to find within walking distance at the hotels.
It will also be possible to visit the hotels' own restaurants should you wish to do so.
Luggage transfer is included on this tour. Upon arrival at the first hotel you will be given luggage tags along with the rest of the welcome package. You fill out the luggage tags and put them on your bags where they will remain for the duration of the tour.
Your luggage is picked up from the hotel lobby around 9am every morning and will arrive at your next hotel at 6pm at the latest (often long before that). If there are any special exceptions to the luggage transfer you will be notified upon arrival.
Luggage transfer includes one bag per guest and the bags can weigh 20kg each.
There will be an information meeting conducted by one of our local partners, where bikes will also be distributed and adjusted. Y The time is between 17:00-19:00 at your first hotel. ou will meet in the reception area unless you are informed otherwise during check-in.
On this tour, you will receive the following documents:
Upon booking
Immediately after booking this trip, you'll recieve a pre-booking-email where you can get a complete overview of your booking. Once the tour is confirmed you get a confirmation email from us along with practical information about the tour.
One month before departure
You will receive a hotel list and final travel documents.
Upon arrival at the first hotel
You'll receive the welcome pack, which contains everything you need for the trip. There will be route descriptions, maps, luggage tags, specific local vouchers and if you have rented a bike, they will also be handed out at the first hotel. The documents are in English.
Notice: On some tours it is necessary to either print the documents yourself or to bring them electronically.
This tour has difficulty grade 2.
Grade 2
For cyclists who like hilly terrain and a bit longer distances. You cycle on good roads, which usually don’t have much traffic. The distance is between 35 – 60 km or 20 – 38 miles. If you are capable of riding a bike and you have a normal good health, you should not worry about going on these tours.
Read more about our Grading System
After booking this trip, you get access to various discount schemes.
We recommend taking out travel insurance that covers at least illness, accident, repatriation, lost holiday, luggage and liability. As a customer, you are responsible for taking out the necessary travel insurance to cover these costs.
Before taking out insurance, you should check whether you are already covered by travel or cancellation insurance through your home insurance company, credit card or similar - please note that there may be differences in insurance coverage.
Spring (May): Offers pleasant temperatures ideal for cycling holidays, with daytime temperatures in the 20s.
High Summer (June - August): Summer is warm and dry, with temperatures often ranging between 25-35°C. July and August are the hottest months, where temperatures can rise above 35°C. Early starts to the day and plenty of hydration should be considered. Rainfall is minimal, typically under 30 mm per month, making it a good time for cycling, though one should be cautious of the heat.
Autumn (September - October): Autumn has milder temperatures from 20-30°C in September to 15-25°C in October. Rainfall increases again, especially in October, with an average of 70-90 mm per month. It is still a lovely time for cycling holidays with cooler and more comfortable conditions.
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