Day 1: FLORENCE — WALKING GUIDED TOUR WITH UFFIZI GALLERY (Optional) (overnight in Florence)

Arrive at Florence/Pisa Airport/train station. Optional transfer to the hotel in Florence.

Today, you dive into the well-largest art capital of the world. One third of all art treasures of Italy is in the Tuscan capital. Santa Croce, the largest Franciscan church in Italy is considered as the burial of important Italian personalities from history, art, and literature. Equally impressive is the Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria with the replica of David by Michelangelo. Additional points of interest, include without limitation is the octagonal patron Saint of Florence Baptistery dedicated to San Giovanni and the Palazzo Medici-Riccardi, the first palace of the early Renaissance in Florence. The Ponte Vecchio is one of Florence’s landmarks and probably the most photographed bridge in the city. The most famous bridge of them all was built at the narrowest part of the Arno. It’s distinguished as being the only remaining bridge to have houses and shops on it. In part, this is because something important was built on top of those: the Vasari Corridor. This secret passageway built by Vasari for Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici in 1565, links the Palazzo Vecchio to the Pitti Palace. In 1593, the jewelry stores that tourists so love were brought to the bridge on the command of Ferdinando, the Medici heir, who thought that the previous tenants – butchers – smelled too bad in his corridor. During WWII, the treasures of the Uffizi gallery were stored in the Corridor. Hitler had been on a tour of it at the start of the war, and perhaps because of this, the Ponte Vecchio was the only bridge spared bombing during the German retreat in August 1944. Take the time to visit one of the Food markets in central Florence. There are two closed markets: one is San Lorenzo’s (the largest and oldest), and the other is Sant’ Ambrogio. Here you’ll get the chance to live the real Florentine feel. You can smell, see, and touch the freshest products and above all, you will get to taste whatever catches your attention! Highly recommended would be of course the visit to the Uffizi Gallery, the world-famous art gallery with paintings of the European Paintings of the 13th / 18th centuries.

Overnight in Florence.

DAY 2: FLORENCE — CATHEDRAL GUIDED TOUR (Optional) (overnight in Florence)

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel. The day is open for leisure activities or an optional excursion in Florence. Participate in the “Cathedral Guided Tour,” a recommended option for visitors.

An exceptional highlight is ascending the Florence Duomo, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, offering a remarkable panoramic view of the city. However, be prepared for a demanding climb of 463 steps, which can be challenging even for the physically fit.

Stay overnight in Florence.

Day 3: TUSCANY IN A DAY (included) (overnight in Florence)

Commence the day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a comprehensive full-day excursion titled “Tuscany in a Day,” accompanied by a proficient Tour Leader fluent in English or Italian. Explore Pisa, San Gimignano, partake in a guided walking tour of Siena, savor lunch at Piazza del Campo, and indulge in a Wine Tasting experience at a Chianti region winery.

Day 4: DEPARTURE and “ARRIVEDERCI”

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel.

Conclude your journey with a group transfer to the airport or rail station, marking the conclusion of our services.