Escape Florence Crowds: Local Tuscany Life E-Bike - Max 4 Only
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BEYOND MASS TOURISM: REAL TUSCAN LIFE First E-bike tour in Tuscany since 2011, led by native guides. Away from Florence's bustle, we limit rides to a MICRO-GROUP OF MAX 4 PEOPLE ONLY for a premium, personal experience. This is a deep immersion into real local life. We ride 30-40 km (19-25mi) on premium e-bikes, with the final route decided on the day to match your pace and preferences. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE: • HISTORY: Ride Etruscan roads (200 BC) and the Via degli Dei, where Leonardo dreamed of flight and Dante met Beatrice. • HIDDEN GEMS: See panoramic views, Michelangelo’s childhood home, or a monk monastery at 800m (2,600ft). • LOCAL FLAVORS (ALL INCLUDED): Stop at a farm to pick up fresh bread, cheese, fruit, and veggies. Then, reach a family estate producing extra virgin olive oil and wine, where we prepare and enjoy our traditional meal together. Everything is fully included! Escape crowds and join a native for an exclusive day.
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Thanks to its elevated position, Fiesole has always been one of the most popular places for Florentines and tourists to enjoy the view over Florence and the Arno valley, but also to look out over the wonderful Tuscan countryside that surrounds the village. Fiesole is only 4 miles away from the center of Florence but outside the city, making it the best starting point to really explore the Tuscan countryside without going too far from the town but away from crowded places.
The hilltop town of Fiesole has panoramic views of Florence away from the crowds. The Renaissance City and all her vibrant terracotta rooftops and towers are as visible atop Fiesole, as they are if you were standing at Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence itself, only with far fewer people admiring her gorgeous view.
Scenic views of Tuscan countryside as well as just being just a 20 minute bus ride from Florence's center.
Depending on the season, we will reach a monastery still inhabited by monks at an altitude of over 800m (2600ft). We will cross the path of the Via degli dei, the ancient Via Flaminia Minor, the Etruscan road that crossed the Apennines mountains at least 200 years BC, today Popular Historical & Scenic Hiking Trail.
Depending on the season, we will reach Settignano and the Michelangelo's childhood home, where the young Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti Simoni grew up and honed his skills.
Leonardo da Vinci lived in Fiesole and from here in 1506, is said to have tested the flying machine
We will cross the path of the Via degli dei, the ancient Via Flaminia Minor, the Etruscan road that crossed the Apennines mountains at least 200 years BC between Bologna and Fiesole
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is very important to choose your own clothing, and make sure you have checked the climate conditions before joining the tour
- You are responsible for the bike, drive carefully!
- ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO RIDE CONFIDENDLY A BIKE, AND TO BE IN GOOD HEALTH.
- Participants, especially the youngest ones, are required to conduct a safe bike driving and keep a perfect balance on their bike, and they must be able to ride on public roads, on secondary paved roads which are not always in perfect conditions, on downhill roads that can be steep at times.
- A minimum of 2 participants (excluding the tour leader) is required. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough participants. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- Our company reserves the right to deny the bike tour to individuals, both adults and children, who are unable to ride a bicycle safely. In the event of such circumstances, the entire tour amount will be retained, and there is no possibility of a refund.
- Max 2 children (for up to 47 lbs / 22 kg) will travel free with seats.
- We recommend wearing cycling shorts
- The connection between Fiesole and the center of Florence is very convenient, even by public bus. 7 days a week the bus (number 7, Autolinee Toscane - AT), urban ticket price € 1.70, leaves every 15 minutes and reaches the other location in less than 20 minutes (last ride from Fiesole to Florence is at 01:00am). The Fiesole stop is the last on the bus route. Tickets MUST BE VALIDATED ONCE BOARDED.
- If you travel by car, free parking address, 5 minutes walk from the meeting point: Fiesole, Via degli artigiani. Map link: https://g.co/kgs/YzKCpu4
- Wearing sandals or flip flops is not advisable
- Maximum weight of cyclist: 115kg (254lb)
- On request kids back seat (for up to 47 lbs / 22 kg)
- ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE IN GOOD HEALTH.
Reviews(89)
Giovanni is an excellent guide. Upon meeting he made sure the helmets were fitting correctly and that everyone was comfortable on their bike. The first part of the tour was around Fiesole itself with lots of information on the history, and then we got onto the roads in the area. He was always checking that everyone was OK and indicated to us when there was a hill coming up (likewise going down) so that we could adjust our gears accordingly. we stopped off at a wee market and were given hunks of local cheese to try (even being a non-cheese lover I could tell it was good) We then stopped at a farm shop to pick up the ingredients for lunch, then cycled on to another farm - our lunch venue where wine was taken straight from the vat. Giovanni then prepared lunch for us and when finished we completed our tour back to the start. it was a full morning (+lunch), so well worth the money. I would thoroughly recommend Giovanni - this is more than a tour, you feel his passion and love for the area.ac
What an amazing experience, top to bottom! First and foremost, Giovanni is a true gem! He takes such great care to ensure you are having a good time, that you are safe and that everything is as planned. I have done tons of bike tours in various Countries, he was the best guide I have ever had. Then the bike ride is amazing, and a great getaway from the City with tons of beautiful scenery. Finally, the farm lunch is delicious and unbelievably picturesque. 10 out of 10 across the board!!
This was the absolute highlight of a trip that was already filled with amazing experiences. Giovani is an excellent guide who takes a lot of care to ensure everyone’s comfort and safety. He is native to the area and well educated on the history of all the places he takes you. You always hear how beautiful the Tuscan countryside is, but no photos can ever do it justice. It is truly a magical place and seeing it outside by bike is so much better than just driving. The stops at the farm and winery were pleasant and peaceful - and the food was very fresh and satisfying without being too heavy. The e-bikes were high quality and made it possible to travel comfortably on the very hilly terrain. One thing to know is that even though the e-bikes help a *lot*, and Giovani builds in regular breaks - the tour is still a significant workout and the bikes must be pedaled. You don’t need to be an athlete at all, but you do need to be generally healthy and fit to complete the ride. But otherwise, you should not hesitate to book this tour. It is incredible and worth every dime!
We loved our day with Giovanni. The trip was filled with very interesting history of the different sites. The country side was beautiful and the lunch and tour of the farm was so cool. Thank you Giovanni.
This was a really fun day out and away from Florence for me and my husband. Giovanni was terrific-knowledgeable and personable. He was also very prepared with extra gloves and windbreakers to make sure his guests were warm. I wish I had asked him to take photos of us along the way, but I was probably too cold to stop!
Giovanni was amazing. If you are staying in Florence and want to spend a day biking in the Tuscan Hills - it is a must. Giovanni has been giving tours for over 10 years. He has a limit of four riders per tour. When I showed up, it was just me (November) and it didn't matter. His ebikes are in great shape, he had asked my height in advance so the seat was ready to go. It was a little chilly and he had extra gloves and a windbreaker. We rode a round trip 20 miles to and from Fiesole to a monastery overlooking all over Florence and back. On the way back we stopped at a farm stand that had a to go lunch of bread, tomatoes and cheese waiting for us. We stopped at a winery to eat lunch and sample their new wines. Getting to Fiesole was easy. I took a cab from central Florence on the way there (about 15-minute ride) and the #7 bus on the way back.
A fantastic tour, we cycled through wonderful places. The local guide Francesco is friendly and helpful. The Galardi-Fattoria di Pioggiopiano is a fantastic place. I highly recommend it to everyone.
This was such a beautiful experience. The guide was wonderful thank you Grace for showing us a good time a very authentic and memorable day. Extremely knowledgable guide.
Absolutely the HIGHLIGHT of our trip… Giovanni is an incredible guide, making sure all were safe on the bike before heading out for a one-of-a-kind ride…. Breathtaking views, amazing food….. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
Giovanni is a terrific guide! I have never ridden an e-bike before but he gives a thorough explanation at the start and we were able to practice before starting out. He looks out for everyone during the ride, and puts together a picnic lunch with fresh local ingredients. He also provides fascinating history along the way. This was a great experience!
