Fiesole Hike & Italian Aperitivo
Overview
This experience is more than just a walk: it’s a journey through nature, history, and legend, just a few steps from Florence. You’ll hike among olive groves and authentic landscapes to the Monte Ceceri Natural Park, where Leonardo da Vinci tested his flying machine, marking the first human flight in history. The experience ends with a traditional Italian aperitivo in the countryside, tasting local products and sharing a unique convivial moment.
What's Included
- Aperitif
- Sustainable experience
- Responsible tourism
- RC insurance
- Authorized guide
- Guided outdoor hike in English
- Anything not mentioned in “The price includes”
Meeting Location
Piazza Mino da Fiesole
50014 Fiesole FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the hills above Florence with an easy and charming hike, suitable for everyone. A walk that combines nature, history, and legend, through olive groves, countryside, and breathtaking views over the city of Florence.
We will start from Fiesole (easily reachable from the center of Florence in just 10 minutes by bus) and walk along paths that tell centuries of stories: the Maiano estate and the Monte Ceceri Natural Park. Right here, where stone was once quarried and carved by stonemasons, Leonardo da Vinci tested his incredible flying machine. We will stand at the exact spot of the first human flight in history: a place that blends myth, genius, and landscape.
The hike will end with a traditional Italian aperitivo in the countryside: a convivial moment to taste local products and raise a glass together after the adventure.
Itinerary
- Meeting point in Fiesole (easily reachable by bus in 10 inutes)
- Walk through olive groves and countryside
- Maiano Estate
- Monte Ceceri Natural Park – site of Leonardo’s first human flight attempt
- Final Italian aperitivo
An eco-sustainable experience that combines history, nature, and authentic flavors just a few steps away from Florence.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-381819P4
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Aperitif.
- Sustainable experience.
- Responsible tourism.
- RC insurance.
- authorized guide.
- Guided outdoor hike in English.
- Anything not mentioned in “The price includes”.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Fiesole Hike & Italian Aperitivo is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Fiesole Hike & Italian Aperitivo will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Aperitif
- Sustainable experience
- Responsible tourism
- RC insurance
- Authorized guide
- Guided outdoor hike in English
- Anything not mentioned in “The price includes”
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
