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Tuscan Countryside Bike Tour & Saffron Tasting

Simone - Excursionist guide

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Simone - Excursionist guide

Experience the natural beauty of the Tuscan countryside in the best way possible, by bike! Join me on a scenic 15 km bike tour around the Tuscan countryside and visit a local farm where you'll discover the saffron's secrets. Get a taste of special saffron-flavored products and enjoy a unique ride!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Florence

  • Category

    Sports & leisure

  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Bike

  • Available languages

    English • Italiano

  • Highlights

    • Family friendly

  • What's included

    Private guide • Equipment • Tasting of saffron-flavored products • Kids join for free

Here’s an overview of your activity

The Tuscan countryside is beautiful, and I want to show it to you on a one of a kind bike tour. Come with me for a scenic ride where you'll also discover the secrets of saffron at a local farm.

I was born and raised in the Mugello area, a historical region, and valley in northern Tuscany. As a licensed guide that specialized in nature activities, I know this area like the back of my hand. Join me and enjoy the bike ride of your life!

Before we hop on our bike, let's explore the small village of Vicchio and around its beautiful lake. Then, it's time to begin our ride into the countryside, away from traffic. Along the way you’ll see a Romanesque Church, a Villa from the Medicean era, and the home of Giotto, always surrounded by nature and the typical Tuscan landscape.

Ready for a colorful sight? Halfway through the ride, we'll visit a saffron farm. Meet the local farm animals, see the beehives and vineyard, and get ready to taste some of their products. Enjoy delicious saffron-flavored products, from honey, jam, cheese, biscuits, and herbal tea, while the owners show you how to grow saffron.

Your Tuscan bike tour can be 100% personalized in any way! Are you a bike expert or simply want to enjoy the ride? Let me know what you're up to and I'll customize the route accordingly!

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Vicchio

  • Train Ride

    Reach Vicchio from Florence by train and enjoy about 50 min of a scenic journey through the countryside

  • Ciao Vicchio!

    Explore the small village of Vicchio and around its beautiful lake

  • Saffron Farm

    Visit a local farm and discover how saffron grows

  • Local Tasting

    Taste some delicious saffron-flavored products: honey, jam, cheese, biscuits, herbal tea, etc.

  • House of Giotto

    Discover the place where the great painter Giotto lived in the 13th century

  • End of Tour

    End tour at the village of Vicchio
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be aware of the cultural norms/expectations if entering religious buildings

  • Included

    • Private guide
    • Equipment
    • Tasting of saffron-flavored products
    • Kids join for free

  • Not included

    • train ticket

  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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