For guests who love to explore the world on two wheels, Dimora Ghirlandaio organizes bike tours in the hills of the Chianti area and the city of Florence. Tuscany offers plenty of wonderful itineraries through pleasant country landscapes and the streets of its historic art cities. A tour by bicycle – classic or electric – will allow you to experience the true nature of the Chianti area, passing by hamlets, vineyards, and verdant woods. Or you might choose to delve into Florence and its most intriguing monuments and palazzi, discovering new reasons for amazement at every turn. Our bike tours of the Chianti region and Florence also offer plenty of opportunities for both the more experienced biker as well as guests who simply wish to experience something new.
Bike Tours of the Chianti Hills on Electric or Classic Bicycles.
There is no better way to lose yourself in the Tuscan countryside than taking a bike tour of the Florentine Chianti region and discovering its breathtaking landscapes. During your stay in Colle Ramole, you will be able to choose the best solution for your two-wheel adventures along the paths that meander through the hills. And our experienced guides are ready to accompany you on exciting bicycle tours so you won’t miss the chance to discover the best itineraries.
How it works:
You will set off on your personalized bike tour accompanied by one of our guides. Spectacular trails weaving their way through olive groves, oak woods, and breathtaking scenic spots where you can take incredible photographs await you to enrich your stay. It is up to you whether to brave these trails on classic mountain bikes and make a physical activity of this adventure,
or enjoy the landscape with minimal effort thanks to our electric bicycles. There are plenty of itineraries that allow you to explore the Chianti region by bike and our guides can help you choose the ones you will most enjoy. If you like, you can combine your bike tour with a light snack, a lunch, or a sampling of local products in one of the hamlets of the area.
Tour details:
Duration: to be agreed upon
Languages: English, Italian
Number of participants: to be agreed upon
What to wear: we recommend comfortable clothing and shoes.
Bike Tour of Florence: Discovering the City.
One day is certainly not enough to visit Florence and its countless attractions. But a bike tour of the city will allow you to discover many of its most famous streets and monuments in a unique way. From the magnificent Lungarni to the verdant Cascine Park and into the streets of the historic center, mostly closed to car traffic: there are countless options.
How it works:
You will leave for your bike tour of Florence with an experienced guide at the agreed upon hour.
You will be able to choose your itinerary to discover the city based on your preferences: from the historical monuments and palazzi, to the parks and scenic roads, all this on classic or electric bicycles.
You can also choose to combine a bike tour of Florence with one of the surrounding countryside for a day full of adventure and excitement. You can complete your bike tour with the sampling of a delicious artisanal ice-cream, with an aperitif or a lunch in one of the city’s traditional restaurants.
Tour details:
Duration: to be agreed upon
Languages: English, Italian
Number of participants: to be agreed upon
What to wear: we recommend comfortable clothing and shoes.
Bike Rental and Guided Vespa, Supercar, and Vintage Car Tours.
If you prefer absolute freedom of movement to the company of a guide, you can choose our classic or electric bike rental service. We will gladly recommend the best itineraries and the must-see destinations for your bike tour of Tuscany.
Aside from bikes, you can also rent vintage cars, supercars, or the famous Vespa motorcycle, and we can also organize a guided tour for you to discover Florence and the surrounding countryside with the vehicle of your choice.
These experiences can only be organized for the guests staying at Dimora Ghirlandaio.
Where do the bike tours leave from?
You can embark on your bike tour directly from Dimora Ghirlandaio or set a different starting point depending on the itinerary you have chosen. In this case, a car will take you to the rendezvous and meet you again to take you back to the Dimora at the end of your tour.
When should we book?
We recommend you book your bike tour, bike rental, or your Vespa, Supercar or vintage car experience when you make your reservation at Dimora Ghirlandaio to allow us the time to organize your tour and satisfy your every desire.
