The Best of Tuscany,Art, History and Wine 5 Day Private Tour

The Best of Tuscany,  5 Day Private Tour 

Art, History and Wine 

Private transfer from Florence Airport or Train station to your Hotel. Check In.  Welcome aperitif on a scenic rooftop bar overlooking the florence's roofs. Overnight.

Day 2 - Florence Tour 

After breakfast You will enjoy a guided walking tour of Florence  the ideal way to properly appreciate the magnificence of the medieval and Renaissance monuments Florence has to offer. Among the others, you will see the impressive Santa Maria del Fiore with the Brunelleschi Dome, Piazza della Signoria and its outdoor collection of marble statues, Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge and the only one surviving the destruction of World War 2, the Pitti, Strozzi, and Medici Palaces, symbols of renaissance architecture, Orsanmichele, a church built on top of a former loggia used by the florentine community for the grain market,

After lunch, you will visit Santa Maria del Fiore, the cathedral,  the Museum of Accademia, where Michelangelo's original David statue is kept.Activities will be over around 5 pm. Dinner included at a local traditional restaurant. Overnight in Florence

Day 3- Florence, San Gimignano, Chianti Hill, Monteriggioni 

The day is focused on the visit of historical medieval towns enriched by a lunch from a panoramic terrace overlooking the vineyards..After the pick up from your Hotel in Florence,  the first stop of the day will be the, medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano, decorated by thirteen authentic 12th century towers. After San Gimignano city tour tour we will stop for lunch at a traditional Tuscan restaurant enjoying the best of the Tuscan’s cuisine with scenic views of the mighty hills and vineyards. 

After lunch, transfer to the picturesque medieval town of Monteriggioni, for some free time among its narrow streets and imposing walls. At the end,  you will head to nearby biological  Wine Estate. Guided by the owner of the Estate you will visit the vineyards, the cellar and experience a rich private  Chianti Wine tasting. Transfer  to the hotel, provided for the next  two days  at a boutique hotel/farmhouse/agritourism  surrounded by the world famous Chianti Hills.

Day 4 -  Discover the Brunello di Montalcino, Val d’ Orcia , Pienza , Siena

After breakfast, meet with the driver/guide and depart towards the Val d'orcia, A Unesco World Heritage site located in the southern part of the Province of Siena. The first stop will be the picturesque village of Pienza, the heart of the Val d’orcia area. After a short drive, you will reach an awarded farm for the production of the noble of the wines, the Brunello di Montalcino.. Walk into the vineyards and visit the cellars followed by a wine tasting and light lunch. 

In the afternoon stop in Siena for a scenic through the city center, accompanied by an expert local guide. You will touring this authentic   gem of the Italian Renaissance, including the Dome and the Piazza del Campo where twice a year is run the famous Palio.7 In the late afternoon return back to the hotel. Overnight.

Day 5 -  Pisa, Lucca, departure 

On your final day in Tuscany, we'll take you on a tour of two famous cities: Pisa and Lucca, which are unquestionably among the most wealthy in the world in terms of their architecture and history.

Breakfast in Hotel. Check out. Transfer by minivan to the iconic town of Pisa !

A knowledgeable tour guide will be waiting for your group when you get there to take you on a fascinating walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli. The Baptistery, the Monumental Cemetery, and of course the renowned Leaning Tower are all worth seeing. As you learn more about the Romanesque architecture and the secrets of the city, your guide will take you inside the magnificent Cathedral.

Enjoy some free time for solo exploring after your walking tour! Save plenty of time to take amusing pictures in front of the famous Leaning Tower, then get a cappuccino and some trinkets before continuing on to Lucca, your next stop. For its still-standing, massive gates and ramparts, LUCCA is renowned across Italy. Your tour of the charming old town center will be led by a local guide, and part of the route will be along the town's walls. Watch the skyline of Lucca from above the roofs and take in the stunning sights.

The Anfiteatro Square, Guinigi Tower, San Martino Cathedral, and a stroll through the charming alleyways lined with antique stores are just a few of the city's top sights that you will enjoy.

Enjoy some time at your leisure to go exploring on your own after your walking tour! Out tour ends here in this lovely town.Time to say Bye Bye Tuscany, 

 Optional transfers to Pisa Airport or Florence are available on request. 

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What's included: 

• 4 nights accommodation in double/twin at selected 4* Hotel

• 4 Breakfast 

• Transfer from Florence Airport on Arrival

• Rooftop aperitive 

• Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tasting with lunch 

• Private guided tour of Florence,Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano

• Private Transportation during the whole tour 

• Lunch  at local farmhouse in Chianti hills

• Lunch In Lucca 

• Wine Estate Tour with Chianti Tasting and cutlets

• Dinner at a local restaurant in Florence

• Local assistance 

What's not included: 

• Flights
• Personal Expenses
• All what non mentioned under "What's included" 

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Notes: 

The tour is guaranteed with a minimum of 2 participants
Accomodation provided in comfort double room, at selected 4* Hotel/Farmhouse in the heart of Chianti Hill