Tuscany by Bike: One Day Tour

Take a ride through the Tuscan countryside with our full-day bike tour.

Private Shuttle

A private shuttle will take you from Florence to a quaint hilltop town where you will grab a bike and gear up to start your adventure.

Tuscan Countryside

You’ll ride along olive groves, medieval castles, sprawling vineyards, hillside villa estates, beautiful panoramas of Florence and postcard worthy views of the green rolling hills.

Villa Estate

Stop along the way at a private villa estate for a guided walking tour of the vineyards, the ancient wine cellars and the old “orciaia” where olive oil was made beneath the medieval tower.

Tuscan lunch

The group stops to enjoy an authentic Tuscan lunch along the way accompanied by a local wine tasting.

Back to Florence

The tour ends with a ride back to drop off the bikes at the depository, then hop on the shuttle to head back to our Florence meeting point.

Tour Details

The finer tour details:
Stop to enjoy a local lunch, wine tasting, olive oil tasting, gorgeous views, and a tour of a vineyard in a quaint hilltop town.

Length:
7 hours

Weather:
This tour does not run in heavy rain – alternative activities can be arranged however, so please contact us before the tour time if in doubt.

Please note:
To do this tour, you must be confident and comfortable on a bike both in the historical city centre of Florence and on country hills and you must be fit and healthy. There is a short in-city bike riding before heading into the hills where there is an uphill section before your villa visit and snack. Please wear comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes. Due to the nature of the ride and the size of the bicycles, children 6 and under cannot participate in this tour. For any dietary restrictions, please make a note in the Notes section so we can inform the kitchen and do our best to accommodate your requirements.

Meeting Point

We’ll confirm the meeting point with you after booking.

FAQ's

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What can I wear in an Italian church?

Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter the churches! Travelling in hot weather? Don’t worry, you can drape a shawl over your shoulders.

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Is it appropriate to tip your guides?

If you enjoyed your tour and would like to give your guide a token of appreciation, tips are happily accepted. When asked, the office staff recommends whatever amount you feel comfortable with giving.

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Is there a number I can call?

Yes, visit our Get In Touch page for all our contact details.

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What about suggestions for particular holidays?

Save time by browsing our website for ideas on romantic getaways, historic residences, palace and castle stays, beautiful views, good value vacations, classic Tuscan country holidays and top attractions. Stop by to chat with us about the best shopping and restaurants in Florence and Tuscany!

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Is your company registered and licensed under Italian Laws?

Yes. ArtViva, The Original and Best Walking Tours is an ASTA registered company based in Florence, Italy, respecting national and international laws and regulations regarding tourism. (Chamber of Commerce Number 516411)

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Tuscany by Bike: One Day Tour