1. Pisa.

Arrival. 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 since 1987, besides a large number of monuments it also offers a friendly and lively atmosphere of a university city.

2. Pisa–Lucca

(30/45 km, elevation up 20/100 m).

Today you are pedaling northwards along the river Serchio for an easy stage. For those who wish a slightly longer itinerary, there is the option of going towards Massaciuccoli Lake before reaching Lucca.

3. Lucca–Montecatini

(45 km, elevation up 280 m).

Through a panoramic road you reach the little village of Collodi and the town of Pescia. In Collodi, where the author of Pinocchio spent his childhood, you could visit the famous Pinocchio’s Park (created in 1962) and the aristocratic Villa Garzoni. In Pescia you could enjoy a quiet stroll among churches, palaces, Renaissance mansions and the local flower street market.

4. Montecatini Roundtour

(60 km, elevation up 310 m).

5. Montecatini–Florence

(50/65 km, elevation up 150/400 m).

6. Florence. Free day.

(50/65 km, elevation up 150/400 m).

7. Florence–Empoli–Pisa

(40/65 km by bike + 40/65 km by train, elevation up 100/300 m).

8. Pisa.

Departure after breakfast.

Please Note

Due to organisational reasons, weather conditions or provisions issued by local authorities, the itinerary may be subject to some changes before and/or during the holiday.

Along the way you may find temporary deviations (for example road works) which cannot be foreseen; in this case each rider can decide autonomously how to deal with these stretches.

• Total Length: 225/280 km
• Total vertical up: 1,110/1,640 m
• Terrain: 88% tarmac, 12% unpaved
• Train connection among the overnight stays: every day
• Possibility to shorten the itinerary by taking the train: day 3, day 5 and 7.

The itinerary runs mostly on a flat area with some hilly parts which do not require particular athletic skills.

Easy cycling in mostly flat areas, with only few short climbs and descents. Little effort required, suitable for most people.

By Plane

Otherwise Florence Airport (FLR): distance 90 km.

By Train

For further information on timetables and prices you can consult the following website: www.trenitalia.com.

At the moment of booking, you can choose among the following bikes:

• City bike 27-gear Shimano Deore
• Electro-bike 8-gear Shimano Nexus

Features:

• aluminium frame
• mudguard
• rear rack
• comfort gel saddle
• anti-puncture Schwalbe tyres
• ergonomic bicycle grips
• Speed Lifter system (only for City bikes)

Accessories:

• 1 cycle computer
• 1 Ortlieb one-sided saddlebag
• 1 front bar bag or 1 map holder
• 1 water bottle (0.75 l)
• 1 repair kit per room (which includes 1 spare inner tube, glue, patch, a pump, 2 allen keys and tyre levers)
• 1 combination bike lock

At the moment of booking you can also rent helmets, suitable for head circumferences from 54 to 61. All helmets have a certification mark according to the DIN EN 1078 (CE) European norm.

Send us your booking: within this time and a copy of the deposit (25% of the total amount of the tour price). You can pay per credit card or per bank transfer on our account.

We will send you the booking confirmation : after receiving the deposit.

Send us the balance 30 days before the departure.

Receive the travel documents: after the payment we will send you the hotel list and the general travel information per e-mail. The travel documents will be sent by post (EU countries) or delivered on site.

We personally choose all the hotels mindful of your comfort as well as the proximity to cycling paths and any relevant local sites.

The hotels of this tour are all category A: 3/4* hotels (sometimes a cosy 2* hotel in Lucca)

All rooms have en suite facilities and air conditioning.

Price includes 7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast buffet.

When you book the tour please specify the type of room requested:

• double room is a room with one double bed
• twin room is a room with two single beds
• triple room is usually a room with one double bed and a single bed or a rollaway.

• will present you the tour
• will deliver you the bikes
• will be at your disposal (about 30 minutes) for any questions you may have.

The exact time and place of the meeting will be specified in the Final Tour Details. We kindly ask you to advise if you cannot attend the meeting.

In case of an emergency and also in case of a technical problem with your rented bike you can contact our cell phone number (everyday 8:00-20:00).

The Information Pack (one per room) includes:

• roadbook describing the cycling route stage by stage
• bike maps
• Our Greens Cycling Guide
• final hotel list: due to overbooking or organisational needs your hotel list may be changed just before your arrival
• luggage labels to be fixed at each piece of baggage, which has to be carried
• hotel vouchers to be given to the reception of each hotel on your arrival.