Piran

Slovenia upon first sight may seem too surreal to be true - majestic alpine mountains, glassy wide lakes, carved-out gorges and fairytale villages that border the Adriatic Sea and limitless nature. But it doesn't take long for any traveller to discover that Slovenia's beauty isn't only abundant, but also accessible and welcoming to everyone. 

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Crystal-clear waters make Fiesa Beach a hot spot for snorkeling and checking out the diverse sea life native to the beach. During summer, you can also rent paddle boats and canoes to explore the beautiful waters, and take a quick dip in the sea. Piran is already quite a hidden gem within Slovenia, so this beach is like its jewel!

The beach is located on a calm bay, with hills surrounding the popular beach. It has become quite a bustling destination for tourists and locals alike, and we can understand why as the contrast of the forest-like background and the blue waters create an interesting landscape. Especially for Slovenia, since this sliver of coastline is quite rare for the alpine country.


A shady, pretty beach with plenty of activities for kids and families.


A bird's eye view of Fiesa beach and the sea.

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A bird's eye view of the stretch of beach with the sea by it.

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A corner of the beach by the sea in Piran.

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Fiesa Beach

This sandy beach is a favourite in the coastal town of Piran, known for stunning turquoise waters and a fun atmosphere.

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Beach Fornače

Wine and ice cream together?! Well say no more! 

A red wine ice cream made by the Refoškoladnica.

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Two different wine type of pastries made at Refoškoladnica.

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The exterior terrace at the Refoškoladnica.

A cake that's made out of chocolate and wine at the Refoškoladnica.

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Wine-flavoured ice cream at Refoškoladnica

A unique museum housing over 4000 species of shellfish and snails.


The colourful array of different types of shells at the Shell Museum Piran.

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The mini shells on display at the Shell Museum Piran.

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People looking at the showcases on display at the Shell Museum Piran.

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Magical World of Shells Museum

Visit the historical salt fields in Secovlje Salina Nature Park and learn the traditional ways of salt production, while enjoying tranquil nature.


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Salt Fields in Sečovlje Salina Nature Park

 Located on the Adriatic sea, Svetilnik Beach in Izola is the perfect under-the-radar beach getaway.


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Svetilnik Beach 

Lipica Stud Farm is known for its training and breeding of famous Lipizzaner horses, and is an important part of equestrian history and culture. 


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 A show happening with spectators at the Lipica Stud Farm

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 Lipica Stud Farm with horses and their trainers lined up in a row.

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Lipica Stud Farm

This calm, untouched beach has its own unique character, making it a favorite of locals. 


A bird's eye view of the beach with boats docked in its waters.

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A bird's eye view of a boat dashing along the water of the beach.

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A view of the beach from above, cut into the side of the coast.

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Bele Skale Beach

This pretty, pebbly beach is a family favorite!  Simonov Zaliv Beach remains one of the coolest beaches in Slovenia, as well as one of the most visited.

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Simonov zaliv beach with the waterslide and people in the water.

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Simonov zaliv beach with umbrellas and beach chairs.

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Simonov Zaliv Beach

The Museum of Underwater Activities explores the lesser-known history of divers at this unique museum. 


Ancient underwater relics on display at the Museum of Underwater Activites

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The Museum of Underwater Activities with a lot of different mannequins wearing underwater gear.

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The Museum of Underwater Activities hallway with different underwater relics.

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The Museum of Underwater Activities

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When you dream of Italy, you also dream of Vespas whizzing through cobblestone roads and the hilltop countryside. To embark on a Vespa trip through Italy, and in Tuscany no less, is to truly enjoy the journey and not just the destination. This is a way to see Italy at the peak of its delight - all while you step the pedal to the medal. 

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In the charming central region of Italy is a treasure trove of world-class art, family-owned vineyards with ever-flowing nectar of the Gods and the oh-so delightful sights of cypress and olive trees lined up in rows after rows. We’re talking about none other than one of Italy’s best places for living la dolce vita: Tuscany. And what better way to explore such a mythical region than on a Vespa? 

When you think of Italy, one of the icons of the country that may conjure to mind is the Vespa itself. A plush Italian scooter that you can whizz through the rolling hills of Tuscany in style. Through TravelBase Vespa Tours, you see the sights and discover the hidden corners of Tuscany the way you want. You’ll have the freedom to go at your own pace and stop wherever you want to take in the views of the famed countryside - with an additional plus that it’s a fun and eco-friendly mode of transportation. 

A Vespa trip throughout Tuscany isn't just about the destination – it's about the journey. As you ride through historical cities like Florence and picturesque countryside, you'll get a sense of the region's artistic legacy, dramatic landscapes and influence on culture. You'll pass by centuries-old villages, going off the beaten path, all the while uncovering hidden gems that you wouldn’t expect. You might even stumble upon a hidden trattoria or gelateria along the way.

So why wait? Let this itinerary be the inspiration for your future TravelBase Vespa trip through Tuscany and andiamo!


As iconic as ever - still standing strong! Or should we say, leaning strong?

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Leaning Tower of Pisa

Explore the stunning medieval Roman Catholic cathedral dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. 

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Pisa Cathedral 

Step into the largest baptistery in Italy and the world itself! 

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Pisa Baptistery of St. John

Get all the details of your journey, from the route mapped out to where to stop for the best gelato! 

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Meet your TravelBase's Vespa trip guide 

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Are you ready for one epic road trip that takes you behind the wheels of Italy's most famed mode of transportation? 
The start of your exciting TravelBase Vespa trip through Tuscany begins in the famed city of Pisa. 
Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed at your hotel where you can check into your room, and then be introduced to the Vespa Trip guides. From there, it’s time to explore Pisa as an exploratory amuse-bouche before you go off riding! 

The city itself is prominent for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which is a stunning landmark that is unmissable. A freestanding bell tower that is famous for its unintended tilt, it has continued to lean over the centuries due to various factors from the soft ground it was built on. To this day, the Leaning Tower of Pisa is considered a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Pisa is also home to other notable landmarks and cultural attractions that you can explore, such as the Pisa Cathedral, the Pisa Baptistry, and the Pisa Museums. By evening time, you’re invited to have a classic Italian drink at a local bar with all of the Vespa Trippers and guides before you embark on your journey the next day!


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Stories of engines, design and passion to craft the Vespa that you're riding on!

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Piaggio Museum

Walk across this signature convex structure that harks characteristic of bridges from a bygone era.

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Ponte Napoleonico

A 100 metre long wall covered by a mosaic with Meccano shaped motives by the late artist Enrico Baj.

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Enrico Baj Mural Wall

Take a lovely stroll down this piazza lined with tall trees, and see the town's social scene come to life.

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Piazza Giuseppe Garibaldi

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Pontedera

Now, the next day is when your Vespa Trip through Tuscany truly starts, as you’ll get to strap on your helmet and take a step to the pedal of your shiny pastel-colour Vespa. Yep, this is the moment you'll be handed keys to the kingdom - well, your fantastic two-wheeler kingdom, that is. Right away, you’ll set off on a journey on your new Vespa that will have you zipping through the winding roads that adorn the Tuscan landscape, heading into the idyllic countryside where the vineyards meet the olive groves. 

While you’re riding your Vespa on your way to Siena, the Medieval Tuscan city is only the endpoint as there are plenty of enriching sights to explore along the way. Your first stop will be the artisanal town of Pontedera, where the emblematic Vespa itself was born. Here, you can visit the Vespa museum (Museo Piaggio) for free. 

Pontedera, with strong roots in Italy’s industrial history, has an artistic soul on the Era and Arno rivers. The whole city is like an open-air museum, from the 100m long wall covered by a mosaic aka the Enrico Baj to the designer benches that welcome anyone in Piazza Garibaldi. 

Take in the famed sights of San Gimignano and its surrounding Tuscan countryside from this panoramic spot.

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Vista Panoramica

Find out why this city is called Medieval Manhattan by climbing up to its great heights.

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Climb the Torre Grossa

A cult classic and a world champion of gelato - taste their inventive flavours like saffron with pine nuts! 

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Eat one of Italy's best gelato at Gelateria Dondoli

A picturesque triangular-slope square where the locals love to hang out, sitting by the historical well in the centre.

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Piazza della Cisterna

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San Gimignano

After the birthplace of the Vespa in Pontedera, you’ll cruise for about an hour on your Vespa through the ancient countryside where the sky meets the swaying meadows, dotted with Parish churches and Tuscan villages. Take in the sights of what makes Tuscany just so romantic and peaceful - from the neatly planted vineyards to the pebble roads, no wonder why it's so easy to fall in love with Central Italy. On one of the many scenic hills of this region, you’ll then arrive at a walled Medieval town known as San Gimignano. 

San Gimignano has, hands down, one of the most breathtaking skylines in the world. Tall toppling stone towers will automatically daydream you away to the Middle Ages, and as you roam these streets that haven’t changed their design much since then, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped through an actual Renaissance painting itself. 

This is the town to have a glass of Vernaccia, a white wine that is produced within the surrounding hills of San Gimignano itself. Since you’re here just in time for lunch, you can pair your wine with some of the local’s favourites - like homemade pici pasta, Ribollita (a thick vegetable and bread soup), and crespelle with asparagus and ribola cheese.

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A medieval church that's as striking on the outside as it is on the inside.

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Duomo di Siena

A huge public square where the glorious past meets the present, with dashing horse races and modern-day festive. 

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Piazza del Campo

When you step into this enchanting Duomo library, make sure you look up to see the intricate Pinturicchio frescoes!


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Piccolomini Library

Pappardelle with wild boar ragu? Yes please! This affordable and much loved local spot has all the classic Tuscan dishes.

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Eat traditional Tuscan food at Antica Trattoria Papei

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Siena

End your first day by arriving in Siena, about a 45-minute drive from San Gimignano. Siena is a Tuscan city that will easily bewitch its visitor with a true love-at-first-sight feeling. Located in the heart of Tuscany, Siena is quintessential what makes Tuscany much loved: its sensational art collection, architecture that weaves through its contrade (distinctive urban districts) and a history that reaches back further than the Romans - all the way to the Etruscans. 

Siena is already prominent for its annual horse race, the Palio di Siena, which takes place in the city's main square, the Piazza del Campo. There, in the centre of town - you can wander around the Piazza del Campo, and soak up what is considered one of the most beautiful squares in all of Italy. The square is surrounded by soaring medieval buildings, including the Palazzo Pubblico, which is home to the city's government. 

For dinner, sit out on one of the many places lining the piazza (unlike other landmark dining locations, most of the ones here aren’t actually a tourist trap), grab a coffee or gelato as dessert, or just people-watch and enjoy the jovial atmosphere as the locals do. It makes a simple yet delightful way to end the evening.


Pop into a wine bar or a winery for a tasting of the region's finest, the Chianti Classico.

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Sip on a glass of Chianti Classico

You'll pass by endless vineyards that are so picturesque that it's worth a short pitstop here and there for a photo-op.

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Explore Italy's famed wine region of Chianti

This beautiful castle is perched above the town of Greve, with its origins going back to as far as the year 931.

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Castle of Montefioralle

You didn’t think you’ll embark on a Vespa adventure in Tuscany without diving into one of the world’s most beloved wine and its region, did you? 

Sprawling between the gently sloping hillsides of Siena and Florence is Chianti, a region within Tuscany known for its namesake type of wine. Made from the Sangiovese grape, the Chianti region produces both red and white wines. But it is the red Chianti Classico that it’s best known, which is a full-bodied wine with flavours of irresistible cherries and that masculine leather. 

Even on your Vespa ride, you’ll notice countless vineyards ebbing and flowing alongside the road until you reach Radda. Radda is the capital of the Chianti region and will give you what an authentic charming Italian town feels like - without the tourist crowds. You can check out La Bottega di Giovannino, a petite wine bar located in town. There’s also Bar Ucci, which has a special focus on Chianti Classico. 

Another pit stop close by is Greve, a Medieval town where you can explore artisanal local shops like the Macelleria Falorni (locals say that this is the oldest butcher shop in the Western world). Also don’t miss out on the triangular-shaped square of Piazza Matteotti! 


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