Top Pisa Extreme Sports

Journey deep into the jagged world of the Carrara marble quarries on this 4WD adventure. Exploring with a guide and a small group, discover the “white gold” that built the Pantheon and Michelangelo’s David. You’ll drive to different active quarries to connect with their people, places, and machinery, and to learn about ancient and modern excavation techniques.

Visit the marble quarries of Carrara on a half-day tour from Colonnata that highlights the marble industry in Italy. Learn how the marble was mined to build the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in ancient Rome, and how it was often used for sculpture during the Renaissance. See several active quarries, hear about ancient and modern mining processes, and enjoy insightful commentary from your guide.

Pedal through Tuscany’s hidden gems along the Medici Aqueduct to the charming village of Calci. Explore ancient churches, the stunning Certosa di Calci, and the famous Keith Haring Murals. Enjoy scenic stops at Knights' Lake and taste local olive oil and wines along the Monti Pisani Oil Road. Perfect for all levels!

Rent an e-bike in Pisa, and follow the Trammino bicycle path that leads from the city to Pisa Marina. You’ll pass some of the locally loved landmarks such as the Arno’s Mouth and the "retoni" fishing nets en-route to the bustling harbor where restaurants, gelato shops, and a beach beckons. Even better: You’ll enjoy the cycle without the effort of a manual bike, or the emissions of a car.

Diving into the past has never been easier. From the majesty of the medieval Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa where a tower stands crooked as if by magic to the Renaissance city where a cathedral stands out with the dome of an architectural genius. We are talking about the fifth and second most visited cities in Italy, both UNESCO heritage sites. And on the journey between these two cities the Tuscan countryside. Our drivers can enter in sites where other can't. They will always be available if you want to stop for a break or extend the duration of the tour or customize the itinerary (within certain km). The highlights are the same for everyone in cities like these but we always know the best route with the right compromise between landscape and speed. Our drivers are all Tuscan and therefore will be able to give you genuine information and advice to improve the quality of the tour. The Tuscan way of life is "slow but enjoying every single moment". What are you waiting for?

Carrara marble is among the most prized in the world, used to create masterpieces from Rome's ancient Pantheon to Michelangelo's "David". Learn how this white stone is extracted from the mountains outside Carrara with this private quarry tour at the historic Cava Romana. Board a Jeep to explore the massive open-air quarries and underground mines, plus learn about the local “lardo di Colonnata” delicacy and its tie to Carrara marble.