Self-guided e-bike tour: Empoli to Vinci through Leonardo's landscape

Through vineyards, olive groves and hills below Montalbano, the route reaches Vinci, Leonardo’s village, on a short scenic ride full of charm

Escape the crowds and discover Tuscany at your own pace: pedalling through sun-drenched vineyards, ancient olive groves and the rolling hills of Montalbano, this self-guided e-bike adventure leads you straight to the heart of Leonardo's landscape.

Once the tour is booked, you can come to our rental point to collect the bikes, so you can start with our virtual guide, which will accompany you step by step.

Discover the Tuscan countryside in the Montalbano area, on a scenic self-guided e-bike tour between Empoli and Vinci, riding through vineyards, olive groves, and landscapes closely linked to Leonardo da Vinci.

The route follows a loop of about 30 kilometres with approximately 600 metres of elevation gain, entirely on quiet paved secondary roads. The profile is gently hilly and steady, making it enjoyable for those seeking a balanced, scenic ride.

Heading towards Vinci, you will pass through a classic Tuscan landscape of vineyards, olive groves, and rural farmhouses, with several panoramic spots ideal for a break along the way.

The itinerary includes a passage through the village of Vinci, closely associated with Leonardo da Vinci, who was born nearby in Anchiano. For those who wish, the experience can be enriched with wine tastings at a local winery and a light lunch among vineyards and olive trees, before returning to Empoli.

This tour is ideal for a relaxed day experience. In quieter, less-serviced sections, we recommend bringing water, a snack, and a fully charged phone so you can enjoy the ride with complete peace of mind.

Please note: there is plenty of parking available directly at the meeting point.

Included services

Access to the Outdoora app: unlock the tour with track and turn-by-turn navigation.
Voice assistance: directions along the route, like a virtual guide always with you.
In-app points of interest: stops and suggestions along the itinerary.
Rental point support: remote/phone assistance during the tour if needed.
Phone holder

Excluded services

E-bike/bike rental and accessories.
Food & drinks (tastings, light lunch, partner stops).
Additional services (damage/insurance options, transfers, etc. if available).

Meeting point

Leonardo da Vinci bike shop/rental. You can park directly at the shop. The area has plenty of parking available.

Guide

Self-guided tour with an interactive navigation app

Cancellation and no-show

Free cancellation: you can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the tour start time.
Late cancellations: for cancellations made within 24 hours of the tour start time, or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
Date changes: date changes are not possible. If needed, you must cancel according to the terms above and make a new booking (subject to availability and current prices).
Extras: bookings for extras (bike and accessory rental, tastings, light lunch, other services) follow the same rules as the tour: full refund up to 24 hours before; within 24 hours of the start time or in case of no-show, the full amount is forfeited.
Weather and trail conditions: in case of bad weather or unsafe conditions (alerts, closures, restrictions), the tour may be cancelled for safety reasons. In these cases, a refund will be issued according to the rules above; any services already started/provided are non-refundable.
How to cancel: cancellation must be requested via the channel indicated in the booking confirmation (email/WhatsApp/phone). The time the request is received is the one that counts.

Organisation

Padbike ASD

Via Valiano 9A, Impruneta, (Firenze), Impruneta, (Firenze)

https://www.padbike.com/

Deal submitted by Padbike ASD. Visit Tuscany is not responsible for the information and conditions proposed by the operator.

Self-guided e-bike tour: Empoli to Vinci through Leonardo's landscape