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Pisa to Lucca: Self-Guided Ride Along the Puccini Trail

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Overview

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).

What's Included

  • Lock
  • Kit Repair and Pump
  • Use of bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Bag
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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56125 Pisa
Province of Pisa, Italy

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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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chiesa di 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.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Acquedotto Mediceo

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Giuliano Terme

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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ciclovia puccini

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Province of Lucca

Ride along the middle age wall
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Parco Fluviale del Serchio

Following the Puccini trail
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pisa to Lucca: Self-Guided Ride Along the Puccini Trail?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
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  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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  • 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
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