9 days tour

Spotlight On Tuscany (2023)

Spotlight On Tuscany  (2023)

This tour includes:

Others

View Michelangeloโ€™s David See the Gothic Line Museum of Liberation visit Wine tasting in the Chianti region Cheese tasting Tuscan cooking class

Meals

7 breakfasts, 3 dinners

Guide

Guide included

Accommodation

Day 1 to 7: Hotel Ercolini and Savi

Transport

Transport included

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services are not included

Flights

International flights are not included

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Optional

Tuscan Villa Dinner & Entertainment $85 pp Day Trip to Cinque Terre $140 pp

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Itinerary of your trip Spotlight On Tuscany (2023)

  • Day 1 Day 1: Overnight Flight
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Overnight Flight

      Rolling landscapes, savory wines, delicious food and stunning architecture โ€“ find all of this and more in Tuscany. Unpack once on this journey among Italyโ€™s most charming towns.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Montecatini Terme, Italy - Tour Begins
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Montecatini Terme, Italy - Tour Begins

      Your tour opens in the famous spa resort town of Montecatini Terme, nestled in the heart of the rolling hills of Tuscany. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner where regional foods and Italian wines kick off your adventure.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Lucca - Borgo A Mozzano - Gothic Line
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Lucca - Borgo A Mozzano - Gothic Line

      Enjoy a guided tour of Lucca, Tuscanyโ€™s best-kept secret. Discover Renaissance walls, Romanesque churches, and medieval streets flanked by towers. Explore on your own before setting off for Borgo a Mozzano. See the Ponte del Diavolo (Devilโ€™s Bridge) and the nearby remains of the Gothic Line โ€“ the Germansโ€™ last defense during WWII. Visit the Museum of Liberation and see authentic fortifications and bunkers. Make your way to a Tuscan winery and learn about the art of winemaking as you taste local varieties.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Florence
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Florence

      A cultural tour in Florence showcases the beautiful โ€œCradle of the Renaissance.โ€ Start with a visit to the Academy Gallery* to see Michelangeloโ€™s sculpture of David. Join a local Florentine guide on foot and make your way through the city. At the Piazza del Duomo, see the impressive Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery dedicated to St. John. Take the remainder of your time in Florence to explore this unparalleled city as you choose.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Montecatini Terme
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Montecatini Terme

      Today, itโ€™s your choice! Learn more about Montecatiniโ€™s history during a guided walking tour and visit to the historic Tettuccio Spa,** known for the health benefits in its mineral waters -OR- journey to Siena and embark on a walking tour through its narrow Gothic streets, getting to know the local lifestyle in a contrada (neighborhood) whose community is centered around the colorful Palio horse race.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Pisa
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Pisa

      Explore historic sites in the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa, including the Piazza dei Miracoli, or โ€œField of Miraclesโ€ (UNESCO). Keep your camera handy at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Visit the Baptistery, the largest in Italy. This evening, travel to the quiet countryside to learn the secrets of traditional Tuscan cuisine. Partake in a cooking class, using local ingredients and culinary techniques that have been passed down for generations. Enjoy your freshly-prepared meal for dinner.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Montecatini Terme
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Montecatini Terme

      The day is yours to relax and experience the local flavor. Take this opportunity to shop at the local boutiques and dine at one of the many fine local restaurants. Or, perhaps you will choose an optional excursion to Cinque Terre with its rugged coastline dotted with terraced vineyards; explore this string of fishing villages nestled between the mountains and the Mediterranean.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Cheese Farm Visit - San Gimignano
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Cheese Farm Visit - San Gimignano

      At a nearby cheese farm, learn how the famous pecorino cheese is made before sampling it for yourself. Soak in breathtaking views as you travel to the hilltop village of San Gimignano, one of Tuscanyโ€™s most picturesque places. Explore this enchanting medieval town, from its famous 14 towers to its magnificent vistas overlooking vineyards. Enjoy free time and perhaps indulge in some gelato. Later, attend a Tuscan feast of traditional cuisine and wines set in the countryside.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Montecatini Terme - Tour Ends
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Montecatini Terme - Tour Ends

      Your journey comes to a close today. Depart with many fond memories of Tuscany.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Personal

Youโ€™ll be just with your guide or pilot. Examples of these activities are paragliding, sky diving, personal mountain climbing, etc.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 5 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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