Florence to Fiesole: Self-Guided E-Bike Tour & Vineyard Tasting

Summary

Cycle Tuscany’s hills from Florence to Fiesole with wine stop

You’ll pedal through quiet Tuscan hills on an e-bike from Florence to Fiesole, wander cypress forests, pause for homemade coffee in Settignano, taste Chianti wines and olive oil at PoggioPiano vineyard with the Galardi family, then coast back along the Arno before catching sunset views over Florence—all at your own pace.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is the faint hum of my e-bike as we rolled out of Florence, dodging early traffic and that smell of fresh bread drifting from a bakery near the shop. The GPS route was loaded up for us—no guide hovering, just a quick run-through by Marco (who joked about my helmet hair). We started climbing toward Fiesole, and honestly, I wondered if my legs would make it, but the e-bike gave me a little push every time I needed it. There were moments when the city faded behind us and all you could hear was birds and maybe your own breathing. I didn’t expect it to feel so quiet up there.

We stopped in Settignano for a coffee—tiny bar, old men arguing softly in Italian about football (I think?), and the kind of espresso that makes you forget chain cafés exist. After that, winding down past Castello di Vincigliata felt like gliding through some movie set: cypress trees everywhere, sun flickering through branches. The highlight for me was meeting the Galardi family at PoggioPiano vineyard. They greeted us with this easy warmth—Mrs. Galardi let us try their Chianti (smooth, earthy) and olive oil on bread that tasted like summer afternoons. I probably ate too much cheese but no regrets.

The last stretch took us along the River Arno—flat paths, wind picking up a bit—and then suddenly you’re climbing again to Piazzale Michelangelo. That view over Florence… well, it’s hard to describe without sounding dramatic. We just sat there for a while with our bikes propped up nearby, not really talking much. On the way back to drop off the bikes, I realized how different everything looked after seeing it from above. If you’re thinking about this day trip from Florence by e-bike—just do it. You’ll see what I mean.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — E-bike ride and vineyard visit

• Meet at shop to collect e-bikes
• Ride to Fiesole, stop for coffee
• Visit PoggioPiano vineyard for wine and snacks
• Enjoy views at Piazzale Michelangelo
• Return bikes to shop

Top questions

How long does the self-guided e-bike tour from Florence take?

The tour starts at 10am and generally takes most of the day including stops for coffee and wine tasting.

Is lunch included on this Tuscany e-bike tour?

No full lunch is included but you get Tuscan snacks like cheeses, meats and bread with olive oil at PoggioPiano vineyard.

Do I need to be an experienced cyclist for this e-bike ride?

You should be a regular or semi-regular bike rider with moderate fitness and confidence on bikes.

Are helmets provided for the Florence to Fiesole e-bike tour?

Yes, helmet hire is included along with roadside assistance if needed.

Can children join this self-guided Tuscany bike tour?

Children between 7-10 years cannot join; children under 7 can ride in child seats if under 22kg; infants under 1 year are not permitted.

Is there a guide on this Tuscany e-bike day trip?

No guide joins you; it's fully self-guided with GPS route provided at pickup.

What is included at PoggioPiano vineyard stop?

You’ll get a glass of Chianti wine produced onsite plus snacks of local cheeses, meats and their extra virgin olive oil on bread.

What’s included

Your day includes electric bike hire with helmet and phone holder for navigation, a pre-loaded GPS route starting from Florence through Fiesole and Settignano, roadside assistance if needed along the way, plus a tasting stop at PoggioPiano vineyard where you’ll enjoy Chianti wines with Tuscan snacks before cycling back into Florence via Piazzale Michelangelo.