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Florence Off The Beaten Track

Highlights

  • Explore Florence by E-Bike with your local guide
  • Enjoy an authentic Olive Oil Tasting Class
  • Become acquainted with Florence, led by a local passionate about the city.
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What you'll do

Overview

This tailor made tour of the beautiful Italian city will be a truly unforgettable experience. Explore the city like never before with an E-bike tour and an Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting to learn about the treasure Tuscany is known for.

Start your experience with a relaxing day exploring Florence at your leisure.

Your next day will be filled with a Florence E-Bike tour. In two and a half hours you will ride around the city and take in all the amazing sights and beautiful Florentine architecture with a local expert guide. You will see wonderful statutes, artworks and monuments and also explore some hidden spots which you will certainly enjoy. After a our exhilarating cycling your final stop will be a wonderful gelato shop where you will have a well earned rest and an ice cream!

On day three enjoy tasting extra virgin olive oil tasting with a local to understand why this Tuscan treasure is so special – take part in the ‘Oil Game Kit’ where your sensors will be put to the test tasting a range of different olive oils.

On your final day you have the day at leisure to revisit some of the places you visited with your guide, or to discover a new part of the city. Your guide will be happy to help you with suggestions and recommendations. There are some beautiful palaces and churches which are worth a visit as well as the famous Oltrarno neighbourhood. There are lots of boutique shops with famous florentine handmade jewellery, and of course plenty of wonderful cafes to stop, linger and absorb the atmosphere whilst sipping an espresso or an early afternoon spritz.

Note: The Italian tourist tax is not included in the prices as it must be paid to the accommodation on the spot; this is €6.00 per person per day (subject to change )

Arrival

Arrival in Italy at Florence, Peretola Airport where your driver will meet you  and take you to your hotel in the centre of town. 

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, browse around the heart of the city and admire the beautiful palaces and churches. See Piazza della Signoria with the elegant Loggia and the imposing Palazzo Vecchio, walk along via dei Calzaiouli, flanked by charming shops, and reach Piazza del Duomo, with its Baptistry and the gorgeous Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with its imposing Giotto Bell Tower.

Crossing the romantic Ponte Vecchio bridge, you will reach Oltrarno neighbourhood (literally “The other side of the Arno river”), where you can enjoy the true Florentine atmosphere, away from the tourist places. Florence is known for its artisans but, these are now found mostly outside of the main city centre most in the centre. Head across the Arno and go back to a time to discover small boutique shops selling hand made crafts.

The whole area around the Piazza di Santo Spirito still thrums with artisanal traditions. Some of the typical products you can find: bookbinding and handmade marbled paper, handcrafted mosaics; handmade and bespoke ladies shoes and purses, handmade jewellery, even if you’re not planning to buy, it’s worth the visit.

Accommodation throughout:

Hotel Cellai

The hotel is located in the heart of the historic centre of Florence, with many of the main attractions within walking distance, passing through little streets full of charm and mystery.

The hotel is located close to the San Lorenzo Market, where natives gather to buy local food and wine specialties and The Galleria dell’Accademia is just a short distance away, where the famous David by Michelangelo can be viewed.

Florence E-Bike Tour

Today you will embark on a leisurely city  ebike tour. Florence is perfect for biking, easy and safe. The e-bike tour is fun and will take you through pedestrian areas and little tiny streets. In two and a half hours you will have a good orientation of the city, passing by all the well known landmarks but also discovering less well known streets and areas with their own stories. Your local expert guide will enjoy showing you around their city.

You will ride through the narrow streets of the main centre and the Oltrarno passing by the most amazing monuments of Florence and also lesser known view points from wheich to admire the city: Santa Maria Novella, the artisans district, Palazzo Pitti, San Frediano, Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi square, Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, the medieval district, the Duomo, and Piazza della Repubblica. Along this pleasant ride through Florence, you will stop at several locations for your guide to share the history and some fun facts about the city.

After your ride, you will have the chance to try a wonderful Hot Chocolate in the Oltrarno district in the colder months or in the summer  cool down with  a delicious gelato (included). Note: the tour is very easy paced and safe with plenty of photo stops. You must be at least 12 years old to drive your own bike.

Accommodation:

Hotel Cellai

 

Free Day

Later this morning discover the magic of Tuscan Extra-Virgin Olive Oil in the heart of Florence.

Taste the vibrant flavours of lettuce, rocket, and artichoke, and experience the true essence of high-quality oil.

Enjoy a fun and informative tasting session with various local labels. Dive into the OIL GAME with a sensory analysis sheet, refreshing water, crisp green apples, and traditional Tuscan bread for a delightful journey through flavours.

This afternoon is at leisure to continue exploring Florence on your own.

Accommodation:

Hotel Cellai

Departure

After a final breakfast in Florence, you will  check out of the hotel and be transferred back to the airport where we will wave you on your way home taking with you long lasting memories of this very special city.

What's included

Included

  • Accommodation
  • Transfers
  • Breakfasts
  • Local expert guide
  • Florence by E-bike with a fun, local guide.
  • *Note: the tour is very easy paced and safe with plenty of photo stops. You must be at least 12 years old to drive your own bike.
  • A hot chocolate in the Oltrarno district in the colder months, or a delicious gelato in the summer.
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting
Your local host

Matteo and Team

As Italians born, raised and based in Italy, we show you what we love about our own country and culture. With us, you get beneath the surface, skip the lines, travel off the beaten trail, meet fascinating people and discover a different Italy, as known to and loved by locals.

As Italians born, raised and based in Italy, we show you what we love about our own country and culture. With us, you get beneath the surface, skip the lines, travel off the beaten trail, meet fascinating people and discover a different Italy, as known to and loved by locals.

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Location

Florence is the capital city of the Tuscany region in Italy. This beautiful city is known for its culture, Renaissance art and mesmerising architecture. The enchanting city never ceases to amaze, with never-ending streets to explore, restaurants to try delicious traditional food, and beautiful artwork.

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