Explore Florence Hills with little effort and lots of fun on this 2-hour electric bike tour. Starting from the heart of Florence, follow your guide to cross all the neighborhoods of the city, far from the historical center: thanks to the bike paths, getting to the hills is easy-going. Once outside the town, immerse yourself into the sound, the good smells and the colours of the Tuscan countryside, with secular cypresses, olive groves and small vineyards hidden in the middle of the hills from where to enjoy amazing and breathtaking views. Finally, end this fantastic tour tasting one of the best “gelato” of the city. You can also enlarge your experience with a Lunch in a typical "Trattoria" located in Florence city center.
-Visit the Hills of Florence in an Eco-Friendly Way
- Live a wonderful Experience with Little Effort
- Enjoy a Ride through the Tuscan Countryside
- Taste a Delicious "Gelato" in the historic centre
- Enrich your experience with a typical lunch in a "Trattoria"
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ Use of electric bicycle
✔ If Lunch option selected: 3 course Tuscan Lunch in a typical "Trattoria" located in the city center
✔ Delicious "Gelato"
✔ Use of helmet
✔ Rain coat (if necessary)
✔ Licensed Tour escort
✔ Rear seat for children (on request)
✖ If Lunch option selected: drinks to be paid on the spot
✖ If lunch option selected: Infant 3-6 years old, Lunch to be paid on the spot.
Departure & Return
Departure:
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2hr Morning Option: at 10:45am
2hr Afternoon Option: at 05:00pm
at Via de’ Neri, corner via della Mosca, in front of Trattoria Benvenuto (a few steps from Uffizi Museum)
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Piazzale Michelangelo
Then we will proceed along the route that leads to the famous terrace of Piazzale Michelangelo, where you can stop to enjoy the unforgettable panorama that encompasses the entire city. Climbing once again, you can admire the magnificent Romanesque basilica of San Miniato al Monte.
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Basilica San Miniato al Monte
San Miniato is one of the most beautiful Basilicas in Florence, standing atop one of the highest points in the city, from where to enjoy a breathtaking view on the whole Town.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Villa Pian dei Giullari
It is a small and charming village built along the road that went to Impruneta, which has remained practically unchanged over time. The area is very rich in villas and perhaps in one of these, Villa Il Teatro, there was the theater, where at least since the fourteenth century the companies of jesters, mimes and comedians passing through the city performed.
Duration: 15 minutes
4
INAF Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory
Arcetri (Arcètri) is a hilly area south of the center of Florence, where there are numerous historic buildings, such as the house of the confinement of Galileo Galilei (villa Il Gioiello), the church of San Leonardo in Arcetri, the convent of San Matteo , the Arcetri Astrophysical Observatory and the villa where Francesco Guicciardini lived.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• 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
• Not available for infants (0 - 2 years old)
• Children 3 - 8 years of age travel free of charge in the provided rear seats, available for max 47 lbs (22 kg)
• We require all customers to wear a helmet (provided for free)
• This tour is not suitable for children more than 47 lbs (22 kg), up to 14 years old or measuring less than 4.9 feet (1.50 meters)
• The tour is very easy in terms of effort, but all participants are required to be confident in riding a regular bicycle
