Upon arriving at Amerigo Vespucci Airport , meet your driver in the arrival hall for a transfer to your hotel in Florence . After checking in (available from 14:00), you’ll have free time to explore your hotel at your leisure. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability upon arrival.
After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Piazzale Montelungo Duration : 11h 30mins Included Tasting of local wines Typical Tuscan lunch Roundtrip transport from Florence by air-conditioned coach Guided tour of Siena Entry to Siena Cathedral Free time in Pisa Free Time in San Gimignano Description Tour itinerary: Depart Florence Your exciting journey begins along scenic roads of the Chianti countryside, before arriving in Siena. Siena Your professional guide will meet you for a fascinating tour of the most important sites in the heart of the city. Learn all about the city as you walk from Piazza del Campo, to the Gothic Cathedral, and visit its stunning interior decorations. At the end of the tour, there will be time to enjoy a coffee and to do some exploring on your own. Wine estate visit Then you will move onto a rustic wine estate in the foothills of San Gimignano, where you can enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch of three courses, enriched by a high quality tasting of local wines. After lunch, you will discover one of the most famous medieval hilltop villages in Italy, San Gimignano, famous for its ancient skyscrapers! You will have free time to explore the maze of cobbled streets, the small squares, and the many local artisan shops. Pisa Your day continues with a trip to the iconic town of Pisa. Your guide will lead you to the famous Square of Miracles, where you will have time to admire the stunning cathedral, baptistery, monumental cemetery, and – of course – the chance to snap photographs of the celebrated Leaning Tower of Pisa. Return to Florence On your journey back to Florence, you can admire the sky light up as the sun sets over the Tuscan hills and vineyards. Don't miss out on this incredible experience in the heart of Tuscany!
After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Piazza della Stazione Start time : 07:30 Duration : 13h Included Roundtrip from Florence to Cinque Terre on air-conditioned coach travel Entry to the National Park All day train ticket English speaking tour guide for the whole day Boat trip along Riviera Boat trip along the Riviera (end of March to end of October only) Hiking (if option selected) Not included Hotel pick up and drop off. Description : Step into the kaleidoscopic world of Manarola at the National Park, where your eyes will be dazzled by the vividly colored buildings and lush vineyards. A panoramic stroll serves as a delightful introduction to this captivating corner of the world. Next, let a swift train ride whisk you away to Corniglia, where an exciting challenge beckons - a climb of 380 steps from the station to the clifftop village. The reward? Jaw-dropping views of the twinkling sea and undulating hillsides, making every step a triumph! After a leisurely lunch, the adventure escalates with a two-mile hike along ancient mule trails, skirting the edges of gorgeous, steep cliffs. These trails serve as historical lifelines between the hilltop hamlets of the Cinque Terre. For those who prefer a more relaxed journey, opt for the tour sans hike, where the train shuttles you between villages. The expedition continues from Vernazza to Monterosso via a brisk train jaunt. Monterosso, renowned for its impressive beach and artisan shops, is a delight to discover. Finally, weather permitting, thrill-seekers can enjoy an exhilarating boat ride along the coast to Riomaggiore.
After breakfast, walk to the nearby meeting point for your group tour. It’s just a short distance from your hotel. The meeting point is at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal Duration : 11h 30mins Included Visit to a wine cellar in Montalcino with tasting of Brunello Visit to a winery in Montepulciano with tasting of the “Vino Nobile” Pienza's pecorino cheese tasting Roundtrip transport from Florence by air-conditioned coach Free time in Montalcino Free Time in Pienza Free time in Montepulciano Description : Discover Brunello wine on this special full-day tour from Florence, including a tasting in a spectacular wine cellar and a Pecorino cheese tasting. Heading to Montalcino, home to the famous Brunello wine, you'll explore the ancient and picturesque cobblestone streets that lead to the highest point of Montalcino. Soak up the breathtaking panorama of soft green hills, oak groves, olive trees, and endless vineyards. Then, in the hilltop town of Pienza, which dominates the Orcia Valley, enjoy some free time to explore the romantic beauty before heading to Montepulciano and its extraordinary Vino Nobile vineyards. Explore the town as you please, then join your group for a second wine tasting. Discover the secrets of the wine and how it has historically been stored within the ancient walls of the winery.
After breakfast, meet your driver and transfer to the Amerigo Vespucci Airport . We recommend scheduling your hotel pick-up up to 4 hours before your flight departure time. Please note that hotel check-out is at 12:00 noon, and late check-out will be subject to availability.
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