If you’ve decided on one of the many brilliant Tuscany yoga retreats, you might be interested in outdoor activities in Florence to let the hair down and relax for a while (or get the adrenaline pumping!). Especially if you decide on the Machiavelli Castle Retreat, you’re perfectly positioned to take advantage of all that Florence has to offer. With this in mind, here’s a handful of ideas to get you started!
1. E-Bikes Florence
What better way to discover the stunning countryside of Florence than to rent an electric bike and go on a tour? Perhaps you’re interested in reaching the top of the Florentine Hills but are worried about your fitness levels (or getting back down again!)? Well, with an electric bike, everything is easier.
With E-Bikes Florence, you’ll be free to adventure wherever you fancy, and the company may also recommend the ‘Fiesole Loop’. As you pass through olive groves, cypress tress forests, and all sorts of vineyards, the worries of work will quickly fade away. Fortunately, the city has a fantastic cycle path network and the bikes have phone holders so that you can load up a map (even while offline!).
What better way to discover the stunning countryside of Florence than to rent an electric bike and go on a tour? Perhaps you’re interested in reaching the top of the Florentine Hills but are worried about your fitness levels (or getting back down again!)? Well, with an electric bike, everything is easier.
With E-Bikes Florence, you’ll be free to adventure wherever you fancy, and the company may also recommend the ‘Fiesole Loop’. As you pass through olive groves, cypress tress forests, and all sorts of vineyards, the worries of work will quickly fade away. Fortunately, the city has a fantastic cycle path network and the bikes have phone holders so that you can load up a map (even while offline!).
2. SkydiveDream
While on the Tuscany yoga retreats, much of the trip will be about relaxation and calming the mind. However, we know that some people like to get the heart racing too and this is where our next suggestion comes in. Although it won’t appeal to everybody, maybe you like the sound of jumping from a plane and parachuting back down to earth?
Why experience Tuscany from the ground when you can see absolutely everything from the sky? With companies like SkydiveDream, you can be confident that the professionals have experience and extensive training behind them. Even if you’ve never done something like this before, it presents the opportunity of a lifetime.
While on the Tuscany yoga retreats, much of the trip will be about relaxation and calming the mind. However, we know that some people like to get the heart racing too and this is where our next suggestion comes in. Although it won’t appeal to everybody, maybe you like the sound of jumping from a plane and parachuting back down to earth?
Why experience Tuscany from the ground when you can see absolutely everything from the sky? With companies like SkydiveDream, you can be confident that the professionals have experience and extensive training behind them. Even if you’ve never done something like this before, it presents the opportunity of a lifetime.
3. Autodromo del Mugello
For the petrol-heads among us, Autodromo del Mugello is a day out you’re unlikely to forget. Depending on the time you have available and the timing of your visit, you may be able to experience an event or even ride around the track itself. For example, some companies run day trips to the Ducati factory or tours around the Ferrari Museum.
If you have children who also love to watch the racing, this is a beautiful circuit and offers something for everyone. Interestingly, the track actually belongs to Scuderia Ferrari which means it gets used for F1 testing. Elsewhere, the MotoGP class visit once a year.
For the petrol-heads among us, Autodromo del Mugello is a day out you’re unlikely to forget. Depending on the time you have available and the timing of your visit, you may be able to experience an event or even ride around the track itself. For example, some companies run day trips to the Ducati factory or tours around the Ferrari Museum.
If you have children who also love to watch the racing, this is a beautiful circuit and offers something for everyone. Interestingly, the track actually belongs to Scuderia Ferrari which means it gets used for F1 testing. Elsewhere, the MotoGP class visit once a year.
4. Cinque Terre Hiking Day Trip
Next up, Tuscany yoga retreats deserve spectacular views and long walks with nature. Fortunately, you have plenty of options; we want to focus on the Cinque Terre Hiking trips though since the site is actually listed with UNESCO.
These days, there’s a plethora of fantastic tour companies who provide day trips from Florence where you will experience wonderful coastal views, a three or four-mile hike, and places that are only accessible on foot. Become one with nature again and soak up the amazing views that Cinque Terre has to offer.
Next up, Tuscany yoga retreats deserve spectacular views and long walks with nature. Fortunately, you have plenty of options; we want to focus on the Cinque Terre Hiking trips though since the site is actually listed with UNESCO.
These days, there’s a plethora of fantastic tour companies who provide day trips from Florence where you will experience wonderful coastal views, a three or four-mile hike, and places that are only accessible on foot. Become one with nature again and soak up the amazing views that Cinque Terre has to offer.
5. Horse-Back Riding
We mentioned travelling around Florence and from the Machiavelli Castle Retreat on an electric bike, but you can go even simpler than this with the many horse-back riding options. As you head off with a specialist guide for a few hours, you will visit vineyards as you pass through the famous Chianti region. Not only is this lots of fun, you’ll soon realize that horse riding is great exercise and the refreshing outdoor breeze (and sunshine!) will keep you smiling. Also, many tours will end with a delicious meal and wine-tasting sessions.
6. Firenze Rafting
Do you want to integrate watersports into your Tuscany yoga retreats? If so, you’re in luck and we recommend Firenze Rafting. Whether you want soft rafting on the Serchio and Sieve rivers or urban rafting in Florence, this is completely up to you. Either way, it’s a great way to see the city from a different perspective and get outdoors for a while. Even if you have children with you, we don’t doubt they will also enjoy this activity.
7. Hot Air Balloon
Talking of seeing Florence from a different perspective, there are few more romantic ways to spend time than in a hot air balloon. With just you and your loved one floating above the stunning city, the experience is made even more special with a sunset and glass of wine. Move gently over the Tuscan hills and enjoy your yoga retreat in the right way.
Talking of seeing Florence from a different perspective, there are few more romantic ways to spend time than in a hot air balloon. With just you and your loved one floating above the stunning city, the experience is made even more special with a sunset and glass of wine. Move gently over the Tuscan hills and enjoy your yoga retreat in the right way.
8. Cycling/Vespa/Segway Tours
Finally, you will also find plenty of cycling, Segway, and Vespa tours in Florence. If you’re staying in the Machiavelli Castle Retreat, it’s just a short trip away and you’ll see the Chianti wine region, beautiful vineyards, olive groves, and a whole lot more. With the right tour, you’ll also get a taste of the local cuisine and a guide who shows you the most secluded locations to add to your experience in Tuscany.
With these outdoor activities in and around Florence, you will complement your yoga classes perfectly. Whether you want a relaxing hot air balloon ride or to get hot and sweaty with a hike, this is up to you. All we know is that you’ll walk away with excellent memories and postcard-worthy photographs!
