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Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour

5 (25)
Pisa, IT
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Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour

5 (25)
Pisa, IT
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Experience the best of Pisa on this exhilarating half-day cycling tour! Discover the city's iconic Leaning Tower and explore its hidden treasures as you pedal through the historic center at your own pace. Your knowledgeable and passionate guide, Martina, will share captivating stories and local insights, immersing you in the rich history, legends, and traditions of Pisa. Martina's deep connection to the city, cultivated over 15 years of living there, guarantees an authentic and immersive experience. From the vibrant university life to the mouthwatering local cuisine, Martina will show you the best of Pisa. And of course, no tour would be complete without fascinating details about the world-famous Leaning Tower and other remarkable buildings in the "field of miracles." So hop on a bike, meet Martina, and let the adventure begin!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • 3 hour private guided tour of Pisa
  • All fees and taxes
  • Lunch
  • food and drinks, personal expenses, bike rental rate

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Introduction

Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour is the perfect choice for first-time visitors who want to make the most of their short time in Pisa. This bike tour offers an opportunity to explore not only the iconic Leaning Tower but also the lesser-known gems of the city, all at your own pace. With a knowledgeable and friendly licensed tour guide, Martina, leading the way, you'll delve into the rich history, legends, and traditions of Pisa while experiencing the vibrant everyday life of a university city.

What to expect?

During this three-hour private guided tour, you can expect to discover the fascinating stories behind Pisa's famous landmarks. Martina will take you through the historic center, pointing out hidden treasures and sharing her insider knowledge of the city. From the remarkable Leaning Tower to the other unique buildings that stand in the "field of miracles," you'll gain a deeper understanding of Pisa's architectural wonders. The tour is designed to be flexible, allowing you to explore different spots and take in the sights at your own pace, all while enjoying the freedom of cycling.

Who is this for?

This tour is suitable for anyone with a sense of adventure and curiosity about Pisa's history and culture. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a group of friends, this experience welcomes you to immerse yourself in the city's charm. Martina's expertise ensures that both first-time visitors and those familiar with Pisa will find something new and exciting on this tour. The cycling aspect adds another layer of enjoyment, making it an excellent choice for those who want to explore the city in an active and immersive way.

Why book this?

What sets this tour apart is Martina's extensive knowledge and passion for Pisa. As a longtime resident and former student at the University, she has insider access to the city's hidden gems and best-kept secrets. Her personalized approach creates an engaging and memorable experience for every participant. By hiring a bike from her recommended shop, you'll have the freedom to explore Pisa's streets and alleys, discovering its history and traditions beyond the usual tourist sites. This tour offers a unique opportunity to see Pisa through the eyes of a local, providing a deeper understanding and appreciation of this captivating city.

Good to know

It's important to note that the cost of food and drinks, as well as any personal expenses, are not included in the tour price. Additionally, the rental rate for the bike is not covered, but Martina will recommend a trusted shop where you can easily rent one. Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for cycling. With Martina as your guide, you'll have the chance to enjoy the local cuisine and discover the hidden culinary delights of Pisa. Prepare to be amazed by the city's rich history and vibrant atmosphere.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced the Cycling Pisa highlights & hidden treasures - half day tour have praised Martina's expertise and enthusiasm. They appreciate her ability to bring the city's history to life through engaging storytelling and interesting anecdotes. Travelers have also commented on the flexibility of the tour, allowing them to explore Pisa at their own pace and discover hidden gems they wouldn't have found on their own. Overall, participants have been highly satisfied with the tour, describing it as a unique and memorable way to experience the beauty and charm of Pisa.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Corso Italia

(Pass by)

Corso Italia is one of the two main shopping streets in Pisa

Ponte di Mezzo

Already the 'Old Bridge' of Pisa, Ponte di Mezzo connects Corso Italia with Borgo Stretto

Borgo Stretto

Charming street of Pisa,characterized by two Renaissance loggias on both side, historical shops, bars and Galileo Galilei's home

Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi

A gathering place for students, it is characterized by the 'Casino dei Nobili' (XVIII century building), the statue of Garibaldi located at the centre and Madonna dei Vetturini wood carving hanging at the edge of the Renaissance Loggia of Borgo Stretto street

Piazza delle Vettovaglie

Renaissance Market Square (vegetables & fruits) -at present the market runs every morning also in the adjoining St. Omobono square

Torre del Campano

The only medieval Tower still standing in town, it has an interesting story...

Palazzo della Sapienza

Already 'Piazza del Grano' (Wheat Market square), it turned into the first site of the Studio Pisano, the University of Pisa, by the end of XV century. At present it is a XIX century architecture with a Renaissance courtyard

Knights’ Square

Already Piazza delle Sette Vie, it was the political centre of Pisa until XVI century. It was restored on behalf of Cosimo I and turned into the headquarter of the Kinghts of Saint Stephen. At present it hosts the 'Scuola Normale Superiore'

Chiesa di San Sisto in Cortevecchia

(Pass by)

Great example of Pisan Romanesque style, it is characterized by an unusual decoration on the front and sides of the building. Martina will point it out and gives you interesting details.

Piazza dei Miracoli

Outstanding and world famous square of Pisa with the Duomo + Baptistery + Leaning Tower +Camposanto+ Museum of Sinopie and Museum of Opera del Duomo. Martina will provide you fascinating details about the history, legends and tradition on this unique group of buildings. Free time (10 minutes) for photo shooting/mandatory photo with the Leaning Tower (ask Martina for the best angles).

Admission Not Included

Ponte Solferino

From the top of Ponte Solferino you get a great view of the Lungarni and Guelfa Tower + Medici Arsenals and the area of the Medieval 'Terzana'

Chiesa di Santa Maria della Spina

A Gothic Jewelry it outsands along the left bank of the Arno river

Murale Tuttomondo di Keith Haring

'Tuttomondo' (1989) is the one and only mural avaialable in the open air by American underground artist, Keith Haring: 180 square meter, 30 different figures, symbols, ambassador of peace, love and tollerance.

Reviews

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5 (25)

petermL4494YF

My wife and I had an amazing tour of Pisa and Lucca thanks to Martina. We covered all the major sites in both cities while Martina provided interesting and lively commentary along the way. Over a delicious lunch at a charming trattoria in Lucca, we got to know each other better and by the end of the day we felt like long-time friends. A truly memorable experience!

kaks

Martina was my guide 9 years ago for a memorable tour of Pisa. In the intervening years, we have become long distance friends, and I looked forward to seeing her in Tuscany some day. This last November, Martina gave my friend and I yet another memorable tour, this time of the Tuscan hill town, San Miniato—as ancient and as beautiful as the more well-known Volterra, but without the hoards of tourists. As a guide, Martina has it all. Beyond the fact that she is a stellar human being, Martina is steeped in art history and the history of her beloved Tuscany and weaves the past and present together beautifully. San Miniato is known for its truffle-hunting, so to top off a marvelous stay we had lunch in a truffle restaurant. It doesn’t get any better than that. Anyone interested in the best of all possible Tuscan experiences, in the company of the best of all possible guides, should know that Martina Manfredi, founder of Tuscany at Heart, is in a class all by herself.

Tanya K

Martina created a tour of Pisa and Lucca for me and my husband. Before booking, she reached out to ask what we were most interested in doing and what our interests were for our day. Our tour with Martina was incredible! Our day was full of her sharing her immense knowledge of not only the area, but also answering every question we had. She explained to us the deep roots of the history of the region, the tower itself, and how the geography of Pisa was important in their history. We had a wonderful lunch at a family owned restaurant she knows near the tower and we continued on to the beautiful city of Lucca, which was one of our favorite cities in Tuscany. Martina never ceased in sharing history, important facts and current events about both cities. We concluded our tour with a walk around the immense city wall, which is a hub for joggers, cyclists and families. Our personalized tour with Martina was absolutely incredible! She is professional, personal, and truly cares about creating the perfect tour. We will definitely contact her when we return to Italy to explore Cinque Terre.

mmassengill33

Specific Tour: Pisa Beyond the Leaning Tower. We couldn't be more pleased with our decision to trust Martina with our day trip to Pisa. Her depth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm for the city enriched our experience far beyond what we would had on our own. By the time we arrived at the Field of Miracles, she had given us enough of a background that we could appreciate that marvelous architecture as much more than a photo op. As retired educators we give Martina an At.

jerrykX9785VP

Our guided tour of the ancient area of Pisa was not only a visual delight, but also full of facts we never knew. Our tour guide, Martina, spent three hours opening a period of time that allowed us to experience it as if we were there. Her extensive knowledge of history, art and architecture was told with a passion that made our visit truly memorable

Z9675BOjudys

Cinque Terre...... Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, and Riomaggiore have been on my bucket list for years. If I didn't see the ALL the villages on this trip, I didn't know when I could return to Cinque Terre. We decided to go on the 9 hour Cinque Terre tour because it stopped at the 4 villages. Martina was fortunately our guide. Now, friend's had warned us that the Ferry boats won't run if it is windy or raining. So the day of our tour, Martina met us at the Spezia train station and we started our tour. The Ferry was only running between Monterosso and Portovenere due to the winds. We visited these 2 villages and then, we started our TRAIN adventure to Vernazza, Manarola, and lastly to Riomaggiore. Because of Martina's committment to her customers we saw ALL villages. Previously, I thought seeing the villages via Ferry was the only true photo op. HOWEVER, at each village, Martina took us to incredible photo op places both up on the hills and down at the water. Her tenacity and determination to show us all 4 villages + Portovenere was incredible....she never gave up!! Thank you Martina a million times over for helping me accomplish my bucket list dream!! Martina is extremely knowledgeable, intelligent, funny, compassionate and full of stories and laughter....an incredible woman. I wish her well in her career. I will always cherish my time spent with Martina M.

daveJ5630ZO

Martina built a custom and private shore excursion for us to Pisa and Lucca for a day this summer. A newer van with A/C picked up our family of four right from the ship. She knows SO much about the area, which made it very interesting for the whole family. It was a nice mix of the popular (The Tower) and the unusual - just what we wanted. Martina found a great spot for a Tuscan lunch and joined us where she told us about the local cuisine. At the end of the great day, our driver dropped us back right by the ship! We highly recommend Martina for a great experience in Tuscany. And we recommend the investment in a private tour - it is SO much better than a typical cruise line tour in a big tour bus.

Sightsee66988348327

Martina was amazing guide, bike touring Pisa with my family of four including two teenage sons. I wanted a unique way to see Pisa in an afternoon, and this tour delivered. Martina met us outside the train station. The bike rental is within the square outside the station. It could not be more easy! We chose to use e-bikes, but Pisa is very flat and regular bikes would have been fine. Martina is very nice, easy-going, and fun! Biking allows for seeing some of-the beaten-track sites, in addition to the Field of Miracles sites. We stopped with Martina for a great pizza lunch. A great afternoon!

Ohtobeinsandiego

We found Martina through a web search for private tours for Cinque Terre. She responded quickly to our inquiry about a tour of Cinque Terre and a separate day trip to Pisa. We worked out itineraries for both days via email before our trip, with Martina providing detailed instructions on trains to take from Florence, where we were staying, to meet her to begin the tours both days. Our tours of Cinque Terre and Pisa were both full day tours so a great value compared to “small group” tours and both days were fully customized by us with Martina’s input. Martina is passionate about the regions and has an encyclopedic knowledge of both Cinque Terre and Pisa. There wasn’t a question she couldn’t answer, arranged lunch for us at great restaurants on both days. The restaurants she selected were off the beaten path so we were able to enjoy the local food and views while avoiding the crowded tourist traps!! Both Cinque Terre and Pisa can be incredibly crowded during high-tourist season. Martina helps you navigate through the crowds and avoid lines for a more enjoyable experience. For Cinque Terre, we hiked from Corniglia to Monterossa which was a great way for us to take in the breathtaking views while also getting to see and experience 3 of the 5 villages that make up Cinque Terre (Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterossa). And, for Pisa, she helped us realize there was more to Pisa than just that leaning tower. The Baptismal and the Duomo were equally impressive and beautiful. All-in-all, Martina did a great job and we highly recommend using her for tours in Tuscany.

aomsinc

Martina was so communicative right from the start. Constantly messaging me to make sure everything was smooth and what I wanted and what I was looking for. She was knowledgeable and kind and patient and took us to all the little secret spots in Pisa. I cannot recommend her enough!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-04 14:52
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