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6-Day Cinque Terre, Florence & the Flavours of Tuscany Tour from Milan to Rome
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6 Days
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Offered in: English
Overview
Scientific advancements, artistic geniuses, and architectural wonders all sprang out of Northern Italy during the Renaissance.
Da Vinci, Raphael and the artists of Florence created the standard by which all art is judged. In Pienza, Pope Pius II invented modern urban design with his ‘ideal town’ that was both liveable and lovable. And buildings adorned with grand columns and naked heroes became fashionable across the country.
On this trip, we’re unable to tell you how it all started, but we’ll certainly help you fall in love with Florence, Pisa, Lucca, and the wonders of this defining period of history.
But that’s not all you experience on this trip.
You also savour the rustic wines made amongst the green hills of Tuscany, taste seafood in the colourful villages of Cinque Terre, and refresh your senses at the curative hot springs of Bagno Vignoni.
Join this tour and begin your love affair with the riches and Renaissance of Northern Italy.
What's Included
- Wine tasting and tour of the Solaria Winery
- Small-group tour (maximum 16 passengers)
- Transport in a luxury mini-coach with a local driver
- 5 nights in 3-4 star hotels with continental breakfast
- Train to Cinque Terre as part of the Cinque Terre Card
- Gratuities
- Meals and refreshments
- Admission fees to attractions, unless specified
Meeting And Pickup
What To Expect
Milan - La Spezia - Monterosso - Manarola - Cinque Terre
3 Stops
La Spezia
We leave Milan and head for La Spezia, port town and gateway to the beautiful Cinque Terre. After checking in to your hotel for the night, your guide accompanies you on the short train journey to the first of the seaside towns. From there, you can roam free for the remainder of the afternoon and evening.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Monterosso
Each town has a unique character, so you decide what you’re in a mood for. If you want to see beaches and a seafront promenade, head to Monterosso.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Manarola
Wine lovers should explore Manarola and savour its local wine. And if you want to visit a hamlet with great views, choose one of this fantastic trio: Riomaggiore, Vernazza or Corniglia. After exploring the Cinque Terre villages, you get on the train back to La Spezia, your base for the night.
5 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight stay in La Spezia with breakfast
La Spezia - Pietrasanta - Pisa - Lucca - Florence
3 Stops
Pietrasanta
Buongiorno! Today is all about discovering the architectural wonders of Northern Italy. You leave La Spezia in the morning and stop in Pietrasanta where Michelangelo picked out the best marble for his sculptures.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Pisa
We then travel to Pisa where you can explore the city for a couple of hours. Once a maritime power competing with Genoa and Venice, this city is now famous worldwide for an architectural project which went horribly wrong. Tilting or not, the Leaning Tower of Pisa has beautiful, elaborate Romanesque architecture and fascinating history. Grab your lunch and take in the views of other architectural highlights at Campo dei Miracoli (Field of Miracles).
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Lucca
Next on the list of our Italian delights is Lucca, famous for its completely preserved city walls. Originally founded by the Etruscans, then a Roman colony, the city has gained its wealth through the silk trade. You can see this prosperity in the abundance of graceful buildings and pretty piazzas. With a couple of hours of free time, you can wander along the city walls before you continue your journey further. All these impressive architectural gems of the day were just a warm-up. Prepare yourself for a real feast for the eyes as you travel to Florence, your base for the next two nights.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight stay in Florence with breakfast
Free day in Florence
1 Stop
Florence
You have a free day in the ‘Birthplace of the Renaissance’ and can decide how you want to spend it. You can start by following the paths of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Dante and Galileo - stare in awe at the Duomo, the city’s majestic Cathedral that dominates the skyline; see The Birth of Venus and some of the most celebrated treasures at the Uffizi Gallery; and visit Galleria del’Accademia, to admire Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David. Man does not live by art alone, so don’t forget to try some of the local specialities. The culinary delights like handmade pasta, pizza, pastries, wine and gelatol. In the afternoon, you could ponder over the Medici’s power and secrets and explore Palazzo Pitti. For a perfect end to the day, you can visit Boboli Gardens peppered with statues, fountains, ponds and hidden mazes. * As this is a free day, we would recommend that you book any attractions in advance.
8 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight stay in Florence with breakfast
Florence - San Gimignano - Siena - Montepulciano
3 Stops
San Gimignano
As you travel over the green hills of the famous Chianti wine region, you notice the 14 towers of San Gimignano soaring like a medieval Manhattan. Listen to the story of the noble families who got caught up in a race to build the highest tower house. Then enjoy a walk around the well-preserved fortified old centre and sample some of the local delicacies for lunch.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Siena
You continue south to Siena, the highlight of the day. This gorgeous red-brick city celebrates Gothic architecture like no one else. The place’s essence centres around the unique shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. It’s here where the bi-annual horse race ‘Palio di Siena’ is hosted. And it’s also where James Bond madly chases his enemy in ‘Quantum of Solace’.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Montepulciano
Next, you travel along the country roads, past cypress trees and olive groves to arrive in Montepulciano in the early evening. This hilltop town in rural Tuscany is your home for two nights.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight stay in Montepulciano with breakfast
Montepulciano - Pienza - Solaria Winery - Bagno Vignoni
4 Stops
Montepulciano
Start the day exploring Montepulciano on your own before travelling to Pienza
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Pienza
Pienza - jewel of urban planning is known as the ‘Ideal City’ and is the fruit of Pope Pius II‘s Renaissance vision. Call it vain or forward-thinking, but in the 15th century the Pope set about transforming his birthplace. And the results are so stunning that UNESCO designated Pienza as a world heritage site.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Winery Solaria Patrizia Cencioni
Then it’s time to try some of the best wines in the world on an included visit to Solaria Winery in Montalcino. This is the home of Brunello, the famous red wine made of a special grape variety with protected status.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Bagno Vignoni
We finish today’s exploration of the Val d’Orcia with a visit to Bagno Vignoni, a village renowned for its curative waters. The Etruscans, Romans, pilgrims of the Via Francigena, and the Medici appreciated the hot sulphurous waters here in the past. Today, you can admire this ancient spa and follow the flow of the spring waters across the archaeological park. After experiencing and savouring the best of rural Tuscany, you arrive in Montepulciano in the early evening for your second night.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodations : Overnight stay in Montepulciano with breakfast
Montepulciano - Sorano - Pitigliano - Capodimonte - Rome
2 Stops
Sovana
You leave Tuscany in the morning and travel south to the Maremma region. Here, you can get up close to the Etruscan civilisation at the Sovana Necropolis and the Vie Cave. This site forms an impressive road network carved out of tuff during the Bronze Age. Then, you visit Sovana, where you can grab something to eat and absorb the atmosphere of this medieval town before you continue your adventure.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Capodimonte
In the afternoon, you continue your journey towards Capodimonte. This small town is situated on the bank of Bolsena Lake, the largest volcanic lake in Italy. It’s your final comfort stop, so enjoy the charms of this little hamlet before your final journey to Rome.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Luggage Allowance: You are allowed to carry 20kg of luggage (44lbs) per person; one medium sized suitcase/bag similar to airline standard carry-on luggage (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus a small bag for onboard personal items.
- Tour timings are for reference only and may change for operational reasons.
- We regret that we are unable to permit children under 15 years on our European tours, due to the nature of the activities that are included.
- Please specify your room preference (e.g double or twin room) at the time of booking, under Special Requirements.
- Please note that this tour starts in Milan and finishes in Rome
- You stay one night in La Spezia, two nights in Florence, and two nights in Montepulciano.
Operated by Rabbie's Small Group Tours Ireland
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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