We rented a car in Florence and drove to Poppi thru the mountains. It was a long ride, but that is because we had rented a Navigation system that took us that way. I believe it would have been more wise to take the bus to Poppi and arrange for Barbara to pick you up. The car was truly not cost effective as you truly don’t need to leave unless you are going with your husband who might want to play golf. They take you off one day to a cheese farm, olive oil, ceramics and linens factory. Plus make a stop to site see.