About this tour
Ride an electric bike through Florence's surrounding hills on quiet country routes, ascending to Piazzale Michelangelo and the medieval Abbey of San Miniato al Monte. Over two hours, you'll navigate olive groves and cypress-lined roads with views back across the city and Tuscan countryside, finishing with a scoop of proper gelato. A guide leads the way; the bike does the heavy lifting on climbs.
Highlights
- Electric bike handles Tuscan hills without the leg strain
- Piazzale Michelangelo overlook and Renaissance abbey visit
- Olive groves, cypress trees, countryside villa architecture
- Professional guide, helmet, water included throughout
- Homemade gelato tasting at tour end
- Kids under 8 ride free in rear seats
What to expect
You'll meet your guide and collect a helmet and e-bike, then set off on undulating country roads. The electric motor kicks in on steeper stretches, so you're not fighting gravity—just enjoying the pedal and the view. Expect to stop at Piazzale Michelangelo for the classic Florence panorama, then continue to San Miniato al Monte's hilltop location. The pace is steady and social. You finish at a local spot for gelato before returning to the start point.
Good to know
Moderate fitness required; the bike helps but you're still cycling. Minimum height 1.5 metres. Kids aged 3–8 travel free with a rear seat (up to 22 kg). Helmets mandatory. Raincoat supplied if needed. Public transport nearby for getting to the meeting point.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.