8 days tour

Tuscany Coastal Tour: Pisa & Elba

Tuscany Coastal Tour: Pisa & Elba

This tour includes:

Accommodation

Accommodation as already mentioned.

Transport

1x transfer Castagneto โ€“ Baratti 1x ferry to Elba

Meals

Breakfast

Others

Luggage transfer Welcome briefing (German, English) Carefully elaborated route description Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French) App for Navigation and GPS-data Service hotline

Not included:

Guide

This is a self-guided tour.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price Luggage transfer with ferry crossing to Elba autonomously by you (day 6) Train journeys on days 2, 3 and 4, as well as bus rides in Piombino and on Elba, cost approx. โ‚ฌ 12 per person

Optional

Additional nights Prices in EUR as basic price per person in double room. Pisa basic price 69,- Supplement single room 39,- Elba Basic price season 1 79,- Basic price season 2 99,- Basic price season 3 119,- Surcharge single room 45,-

Insurance

Insurance not included.

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Itinerary of your trip Tuscany Coastal Tour: Pisa & Elba

  • Day 1 Arrival Pisa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival Pisa

      Seize the arrival day and visit the world-renowned Leaning Tower and embark on a stroll into the bustling historic centre.


      Hotel example: Hotel Bologna

  • Day 2 Circular Walk Pisa โ€žMonti Pisaniโ€œ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Circular Walk Pisa โ€žMonti Pisaniโ€œ

      The initial hiking day leads you into the Pisa mountains. From the fortress ruins in Ripafratta through an enchanting deciduous forest past the hermitage up to the โ€šPasso di Danteโ€˜. At the โ€šDantepassโ€˜ you enjoy a marvellous view onto the plain of Pisa all the way to the sea. You descend on lovely hiking paths along the Rio della Croce into the pretty spa town of San Giuliano Terme and return to Pisa by bus.  


      Hotel example: Hotel Bologna


       ca. 4,5 Stunden 14 km โ†‘600 m โ†“600 m

  • Day 3 Castiglioncello โ€žVolcanic Mountain Poggio Pelatoโ€œ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Castiglioncello โ€žVolcanic Mountain Poggio Pelatoโ€œ

      The Colli Livornesi, the โ€šHills of Livornoโ€˜ offer extenisve hikes through the forest, across meadows and over high-altitude pastures with grazing sheep. Let your eye wander onto the sea and into the surrounding chains of hills. You ascend the peak of the volcanic mountain Poggio Pelato, the โ€šbare mountainโ€˜, which offers a wonderful panorama from the woodless top, black volcanic rocks accentuate the exotic flair. In the afternoon you reach the lovely coastal village of Castiglioncello.


      Hotel example: Hotel Atlantico


       ca. 5 Stunden 17 km โ†‘400 m โ†“450 m

  • Day 4 Castiglioncello โ€“ Castagneto โ€œPineta Di Cecinaโ€
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Castiglioncello โ€“ Castagneto โ€œPineta Di Cecinaโ€

      Today a fabulous beach walk awaits. Initially you hike through the Pineta of Cecina, a pine forest with lots of shade, stretching over many kilometres along the beach. Numerous trails lead through the dense forest canopy. Later you walk past the exceptional nature reserve of the oasis of Bolgheri and stroll across the soft sandy beach. Naturally a dip in the water is a must, or at least a stop at the beach bar.


      Hotel example: Hotel i Ginepri


       ca. 4,5 bis 5 Stunden 18 km โ†‘50 m โ†“50 m

  • Day 5 Castagneto โ€“ Piombino โ€žHigh Paths From Piombinoโ€œ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Castagneto โ€“ Piombino โ€žHigh Paths From Piombinoโ€œ

      You start in the Golfo di Baratti, the Etruscan harbour for the maritime traffic to Elba. Next to it you find the archeological park of Popolonia. Along spectacular high-altitude paths you proceed directly above the water through dense macchia on partially rocky trails always along the coast, and by doing so you go round the Piombino mountains. Along the impressive โ€žSentiero dei Cavallegeriโ€œ you reach the bay of Calamoresca situated on the rocky spit Punta Falcone. Now it is not far to Piombino featuring its lovely historic centre and the lighthouse at the sea. A dream-tour along the coast with swimming options in numerous bays.


      Hotel example: La Rosa dei Venti Resort


       ca. 4 Stunden 13 km โ†‘400 m โ†“350 m

  • Day 6 Piombino โ€“ Elba โ€žPicturesque Coastal Tourโ€œ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Piombino โ€“ Elba โ€žPicturesque Coastal Tourโ€œ

      During the ferry ride you enjoy the wind in your hair and observe the giant boats in the harbour, the coast from a distance and the the island slowly approaching. In the Day Finish we recommend a visit to the historic centre of Portoferraio or a swim at the renowned beach Le Ghiaie featuring white pebbles with black dots. In the afternoon a little circular tour invites leading you on fantastic coastal paths to the beach of Barbarossa and to the colourful sea of Terranera.


      Hotel example: Hotel Plaza


       ca. 2 Stunden 7 km โ†‘150 m โ†“150 m

  • Day 7 Circular Walk โ€žElba Summit-Tourโ€œ
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Circular Walk โ€žElba Summit-Tourโ€œ

      A stupendous summit-tour on the island of Elba. You hike past fragrant macchia with views onto the neighbouring islands and the glistening Mediterranean Sea on Mediterranean forest- and marvellous high-altitude paths. You ascend the mountain of Monte Croce and observe the mountain goats in their rocky habitat. We also recommend a visit to the hermitage hidden in the rocks. As a finale a dip at the beach and a final drink at the bar is a must.


      Hotel example: Hotel Plaza


       ca. 4 Stunden 10 km โ†‘400 m โ†“400 m

  • Day 8 Departure Or Extra Days
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure Or Extra Days

      Departure or Extra Days.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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