Day Trips from Pisa to Italy - page 2

Tuscans were making wine long before Roman times. Discover the region’s rich wine traditions, the fine art of winemaking, and a wealth of local delicacies on this private tour. Taste wines including Chianti Classico, Chianti Reserva, and super Tuscans; visit two separate wineries; sample olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cold cuts, and pecorino cheese; and enjoy a light lunch with wine.

Visit the historic town of San Gimignano and discover a hidden gem— local wineries where the views are almost as good as the wine. Enjoy wandering through two wineries, take in views of the vineyards and the surrounding rolling countryside, and learn about how wine is made. Then taste some of the local wine with your hosts, and visit the cellars where wine is kept in wooden barrels to age.

Explore the highlights of Cinque Terre efficiently on this private tour from Pisa. Using a combination of minivan and ferry-boat, the tour offers seamless transport between villages, minimizing travel stress and maximizing sightseeing time. Ideal for first-time visitors or travelers with limited time, the private format ensures personalized attention and a flexible schedule while experiencing the scenic charm of this UNESCO World Heritage coastline. Hotel pickup adds convenience to your day.

Explore two charming Italian towns, Siena and San Gimignano—without having to rent a car or tackle public transport—on this full-day trip from Pisa. Travel through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to your first stop, San Gimignano, and enjoy free time to shop, eat, or explore. Continue to Siena—known for its well-preserved medieval architecture—and choose whether to wander historic streets, sample gelato (own expense), or visit one of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments. End the day back in Pisa.

Cycle along the Puccini path to Lake Massaciuccoli, exploring wetlands, birdwatching areas and countryside roads with optional wine tasting. Discover one of the most scenic cycling routes in Tuscany with this self-guided bike tour to Lake Massaciuccoli, combining water landscapes, protected nature and local food & wine experiences. This nature-focused bike tour follows the Puccini Cycle Path and quiet white roads, crossing farmland, vineyards and olive groves before reaching the shores of Lake Massaciuccoli, one of the most important wetland areas in Italy. Along the route, you may choose to stop at Mariani Winery, one of the most characteristic wineries in the area. Here you can enjoy an optional wine tasting and discover local Tuscan flavors in a relaxed countryside setting. The tour ends with a short uphill section leading to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the lake, with stunning views of the Apuan Alps and the Versilia coast. Enjoy Tuscany beyond the classic routes!

This tour connects two iconic Tuscan art cities through a scenic and balanced itinerary that combines nature, culture and city exploration. Starting in Pisa, you’ll enjoy a route that follows cycle paths and low-traffic roads along the Serchio River. As you ride through the Serchio River Park, you’ll experience peaceful landscapes and the atmosphere of the Puccini Trail, linked to places that inspired the composer. Arriving in Lucca, you’ll reach the city’s famous historic walls. Cycling on top of the Walls of Lucca is one of the highlights of the tour, offering a unique way to see the city from above. Lucca is a city of art, music, history and food. Explore the Guinigi Tower with its rooftop garden, browse the shops along Via Fillungo, and visit Piazza dell’Anfiteatro and Piazza Napoleone. Don’t miss local specialties such as cecina, necci with ricotta and buccellato. On request, with a supplement, you can leave the bike in Lucca and return to Pisa by train.

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.