8-Day Tuscan Treats Tour From Florence
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Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through the heart of Tuscany, a region renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and culinary delights. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience into the Italian culture, taking you through iconic cities, charming towns, and picturesque villages. From the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence, to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre, and the medieval ramparts of Volterra, every day brings a new adventure. Indulge in local delicacies, learn traditional recipes, and sample world-class wines. This tour is a perfect blend of cultural exploration, historical discovery, and gastronomic indulgence.
Included
- 7 nights in hand-picked accommodation
7 breakfasts
1 lunches
3 dinners
Experienced Tour Leader and Driver
Explore the mysterious medieval town of Volterra
Unlock the secrets of Tuscan cuisine with a cooking class set amongst the romantic Chianti region
Indulge in a delectable cheese and wine tasting at a local shop in Pienza
Destinations
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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Florence
- Florence - Arrival day
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Welcome to the birthplace of the Renaissance and the romantic capital of Tuscany. After meeting the group at our hotel, we’ll get to know each other over a delicious welcome meal. Accommodation: Hotel Roma (or similar). Meals: Dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Florence to Lucca
- Florence
- Lucca
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- Piazza della Repubblica
- Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
- Ponte Vecchio
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Our journey will begin with an in-depth walking tour of Florence. A local guide will bring the city alive as we stroll by the likes of the Duomo, Piazza della Repubblica and the Ponte Vecchio. After lunch, we’ll set a course for lovely Lucca – where cobbled streets, red-roofed buildings, fascinating history and fine architecture await us. This evening we’ll be free to explore Lucca at our leisure. Accommodation: Hotel La Luna (or similar). Meals: Breakfast.
Day 3 – Day 3: Lucca to Cinque Terre
- Lucca
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- Cinque Terre National Park
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A rocky coastline dotted with candy-coloured villages – today, we’ll turn our attention to the awe-inspiring Italian Riviera! After winding our way along this sublime stretch of shoreline, we’ll find ourselves in Cinque Terre: a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Having spent some time getting to know the area with our expert Tour Leader, we’ll return to Lucca for an evening spent at our leisure. Accommodation: Hotel La Luna (or similar). Meals: Breakfast.
Day 4 – Day 4: Lucca to Volterra
- Lucca
- Pisa
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- Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Campo santo
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Infamous and impossible to miss, the Leaning Tower of Pisa makes for a staggering first port of call today. There will be plenty of time for photographing this iconic landmark as we explore the Campo dei Miracoli at our own pace. After a leisurely lunch, our attention will turn to the magnificent medieval ramparts of Volterra. We’ll spend some time exploring this mysterious town before discussing the day’s events over an evening meal together. Accommodation: Hotel San Lino (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 5 – Day 5: Volterra to Pienza
- Siena
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- Siena Cathedral
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Today we’ll make tracks to San Gimignano: home to a magnificent piazza, meandering stepped streets and some beautifully preserved architecture. While we’re here, we’ll sample some exquisite creations of a local gelato maker – before we’re treated to an indulgent Tuscan wine tasting. Before the day concludes, we’ll pay a visit to medieval Siena – an open-air museum of Gothic architecture and home to the magnificent Duomo. After taking in the town’s historic sights on an orientation tour, we’ll journey onwards to Pienza – our home for the night. Accommodation: Hotel Corsignano (or similar). Meals: Breakfast.
Day 6 – Day 6: Pienza
Day 6: Pienza
Pienza’s timeless charm and enchanting rural backdrop makes for a serene spot to spend this morning exploring at our leisure. Later, we’ll sample some handcrafted cheese and world-class wines at a delightful local shop with sweeping views over the surrounding countryside. This evening is ours to spend as we wish. Accommodation: Hotel Corsignano (or similar). Meals: Breakfast.
Day 7 – Day 7: Pienza to Chianti
Day 7: Pienza to Chianti
- Facciatone
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After breakfast, it's all aboard the mini-coach as we wind our way through the delightful Chianti countryside on our way to a regional cookery class. After learning some local recipes from our host, we’ll have the chance to tuck into our creations for lunch. Buon appetito! The afternoon will be ours to enjoy at our leisure before we reconvene for a final dinner together. Accommodation: Villa II Palagio (or similar). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 8 – Day 8: Chianti to Florence
- Florence - Departure day
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- Loggia del Papa, Siena
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Before returning to enchanting Florence, we’ll stop off at a local oil mill for a guided tour and olive oil tasting. All in all, it’s a fitting end to a tour celebrating the natural beauty and culinary traditions of Tuscany. Meals: Breakfast.
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