Italy Trip - Day 11: Lucca to Pisa

Last day of the tour... Can I say that I was disappointed that is was over? Not really. I was really getting tired of cycling, and a bit exhausted from going from one place to another sightseeing. Yet there was another day, and an easy one!

Mostly flat ground is what I like! Although there were some gravel roads, the ride was peaceful, and nobody was rushing anyone.

We got to Pisa pretty early in the day, were able to check in our hotel and explore the town. I was so hungry, and my roommate and I had a nice lunch at one of the touristic places (that I avoided at all costs throughout the trip). Pizza was not that good, but wine was!

We then explored the central square where the majority of attractions, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa were located. We purchased a timed entry to the tower and visited the Cathedral that was included with the ticket.

I had plans to visit several sites in Pisa, but ended up to only going up to the tower. I was so tired and "churched-out". Looking back, I think it was a longer trip than I needed. By the end, I just felt like I wanted to go home and enjoy doing nothing. I guess too much of a good thing is still not good. 

The Tower of Pisa was fabulous though. When you first enter it the hallway, you feel the angle of the floor leaning towards one side. Very strange and confusing feeling, emphasized especially when you go up the staircase to the top. But when you get to the top, the reward is immediate.

They only allow a limited number of people to the top, and it's very well organized, minimal wait, if any. The climb up the stairs is not bad at all, if you don't consider the strange feeling of leaning to one side. Even with fear of heights I was able to feel ok on the top because of the center portion where the bells are. It's best to go either early in the morning or later in the afternoon. Our tickets were for 5 PM. It was much cooler and not as crowded.

Later in the evening, we went to one last dinner, or rather a feast! Food just kept coming. I don't think I have ever felt as stuffed as I did that night.

One of the several appetizers

This is an appetizer as well

Delicious Tiramisu

I am not sure how many calories were consumed that evening, but I can tell you that no physical activity would neutralize that effect of food on the body.