Pisa to Lucca: Self-Guided Ride Along the Puccini Trail
Description
This tour connects two of Tuscany’s most iconic cities through a scenic route combining nature, culture, and history. Starting in Pisa, you’ll follow cycle paths and quiet roads along the Serchio River to Lucca. Ride on the famous Renaissance Walls, explore the charming historic centre, and discover landmarks such as Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, the Guinigi Tower, and Via Fillungo. Complete your visit by tasting some of Lucca’s delicious local specialties. Tour distance: approximately 28 km to Lucca and 28 km back to Pisa. Alternatively, you can return to Pisa by regional train, taking your bike with you (a bike supplement applies in addition to the train ticket). Bike drop-off in Lucca is available for an additional fee (please ask at the bike rental for details).
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Itinerary
Tuttomondo (1989) is one of the last public murals executed by Keith Haring before his death and one of the few outdoor public works created by the artist for permanent display.
The little church is a delightful architecture built in gothic style and located right on the southern bank of the river Arno.
The square of Miracles needs no introduction: the cathedral, the baptistery, the monumental cemetery and the leaning tower stand out on the world-famous lawn.
The Medicean Aqueduct: A Journey Through Time The Medicean Aqueduct is a stunning masterpiece of 16th-century engineering that stretches for over 6 kilometers from the hills of San Giuliano Terme straight into the heart of Pisa. Commissioned by the Grand Duke of Tuscany, its 900+ majestic brick arches create a mesmerizing visual line across the Tuscan countryside.
San Giuliano Terme: The Gateway to Wellness and History Nestled at the foot of the Monti Pisani, San Giuliano Terme is a charming spa town renowned since Roman times for its healing thermal waters. Famous as a prestigious retreat for European royalty and poets like Shelley and Byron during the 18th century, it remains a jewel of relaxation and elegance.
The Puccini Cycle Path: A Symphony of Nature and Music Named after the legendary opera composer Giacomo Puccini, this enchanting cycle path follows the Serchio River, connecting the historic walls of Lucca. It’s a flat, easy, and incredibly scenic route that immerses you in the landscapes that inspired world-famous operas like Tosca and Madama Butterfly.
Ride along the middle age wall
Following the Puccini trail
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- No child seats, trailers or tag-alongs attached to e-bikes and trekking bikes
- The bicycle frames are guaranteed by the manufacturer for a weight of up to 130kg
- Please bring your passport or ID card and a physical credit card
- The minimum height requirement for the e-bikes is 145 cm
- A security deposit will be required at the check-in
Reviews(55)
Bicyckle super nice,people super nice,weather super nice,beaches super nice!!!!! Must have it!!!!!
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! Super bikes, super weather, super beaches… sounds like the perfect day! 😄 We’re so happy you enjoyed your experience with us. Thank you for recommending Smile&Ride, and we hope to see you again! 🚲❤️
Excellent bike rental, staff are helpful and friendly in finding the right bikes and routes! Great value for money. Helmets are included for free for kids, they have clip on kids bikes as well as electric bikes for bigger kids. Highly recommend as part of your visit to Pisa.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our bikes, our suggested routes, and our friendly service. It's great to know that our family-friendly options, from kids' bikes to e-bikes, helped make your visit to Pisa even more enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome your family back for another cycling adventure soon! 🚲😊
It was a very easy and safe rental process. We also arranged a bicycle for our daughter. We rode from the city center to Pisa Marina. We had no problems with the bikes at all. It was a comfortable ride.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that your rental experience was easy, safe, and comfortable. It's wonderful to know the whole family, including your daughter, enjoyed the ride from Pisa to Marina di Pisa and that the bikes performed perfectly throughout the trip. We hope to welcome you back for another cycling adventure soon! 🚲😊
I rented two bicycles and the experience was excellent in every respect. The staff is truly qualified, super helpful, and very kind. Bikes in excellent condition. Highly recommended! We will definitely return!
Grazie di cuore per la splendida recensione! Siamo felicissimi di sapere che avete apprezzato il servizio, la disponibilità del nostro staff e le condizioni delle biciclette. Le vostre parole ci fanno davvero piacere! Vi aspettiamo con piacere per una nuova pedalata insieme! 🚲😊
Despite the heat we were able to get to know Pisa center just fine. Thanks to the good bikes from Smile&Ride. Nice tour, quiet streets, squares and the busy square with the sloping tower. Recommended!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed discovering Pisa by bike, even on a hot day. It's wonderful to know you liked the route through the quiet streets and lively squares, and that our bikes helped make your experience enjoyable. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome you back for another ride soon! 🚲😊
I paid for one experience and they made me do another one because of the heat. It's not that I disliked it, but I was disappointed because I expected to arrive at a place that I will have to do differently.
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear you were disappointed. On particularly hot days, we may recommend an alternative route when we believe it is a safer and more enjoyable option for our guests. Our intention is never to take away from the experience you booked, but to help ensure you have the best possible ride given the weather conditions. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back so you can enjoy the original route under more suitable conditions. 🚲😊
It was the most fantastic adventure we could think of. The ladies are really friendly and helpful. The e-bikes are in a very good condition so no problem using them. We recommend it for everyone!!!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic adventure! It means a lot to know you appreciated our friendly team and enjoyed riding our well-maintained e-bikes. Thank you for your recommendation—we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable ride soon! 🚲😊
It was a really fun activity! We booked the Bike Trip from Pisa to the beach and it was easy to get there, a lot of beautiful sceneries on the way. The advisors at the Ride & Smile Store were really friendly and helpful and explained everything in Detail. We would absolutely book it again!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the ride from Pisa to the beach and the beautiful scenery along the way. It's also great to know our team made you feel welcome and provided all the information you needed. We'd love to welcome you back for another cycling adventure soon! 🚲😊
Amazing hire with everything you need including bike lock and puncture kit. Easy ride to the beach (about 15km). Great service from staff!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the ride to the beach and appreciated the bike equipment and our friendly service. It's great to know everything helped make your experience smooth and enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back for another cycling adventure soon! 🚲😊
Very great service, friendly, gave good tips, everything worked out well!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you appreciated our service, the route tips, and that everything went smoothly. Thank you for choosing Smile&Ride, and we hope to welcome you back for another ride in Tuscany soon! 🚲😊
