Pisa to Lucca Self-Guided Bike Tour Along the Puccini Trail

4.9
(32 reviews)
Pisa, Italy

5 to 8 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

This tour connects two iconic Tuscan art cities through a scenic and balanced itinerary that combines nature, culture and city exploration.
Starting in Pisa, you’ll enjoy a route that follows cycle paths and low-traffic roads along the Serchio River. As you ride through the Serchio River Park, you’ll experience peaceful landscapes and the atmosphere of the Puccini Trail, linked to places that inspired the composer.
Arriving in Lucca, you’ll reach the city’s famous historic walls. Cycling on top of the Walls of Lucca is one of the highlights of the tour, offering a unique way to see the city from above.
Lucca is a city of art, music, history and food. Explore the Guinigi Tower with its rooftop garden, browse the shops along Via Fillungo, and visit Piazza dell’Anfiteatro and Piazza Napoleone. Don’t miss local specialties such as cecina, necci with ricotta and buccellato.
On request, with a supplement, you can leave the bike in Lucca and return to Pisa by train.

What's Included

Lock
Kit Repair and Pump
App with Itinerary
Use of bicycle
Phone Holder
Helmet
Bag
Tour Guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Smile & Ride
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Murale Tuttomondo di Keith Haring

    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.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Church of Santa Maria della Spina

    The little church is a delightful architecture built in gothic style and located right on the southern bank of the river Arno.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piazza dei Miracoli

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    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.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    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.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Ride along the middle age wall

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Following the Puccini trail

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
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Day Trips
Mountain Bike Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Bike Tours
E-Bike Tours
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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