Tuscany Escape, Self-Drive

Welcome to Italy! Upon your arrival at Florence airport, collect your car from the hire office and drive to your hotel for check-in. Spend the rest of the day exploring the city's oldest streets, including a stroll along the Arno River and a visit to the famous Ponte Vecchio. Overnight in Florence (or similar).

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a guided tour of Florence, the city of the Italian Renaissance. Choose between two group tours, each offering a unique perspective of the city. Option one includes a walking tour and a visit to the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David. Option two offers a walking tour and a visit to the Uffizi Gallery, showcasing works from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Spend the rest of the day exploring at your leisure. Overnight in Florence (or similar).

After breakfast at the hotel, set off for a day of exploration in Pisa. Known for its iconic Leaning Tower, Pisa is also home to the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli and the prestigious Scuola Normale Superiore. An authorized city guide will accompany you on a tour of the Cathedral and the exterior of the Leaning Tower and Monumental Cemetery. Enjoy some free time to wander around the square and capture memorable photos. Overnight in Florence (or similar).

After breakfast and check-out from the hotel in Florence, embark on a scenic drive to the Chianti region, renowned for its Chianti Classico wine. Travel along the famous 'Chiantigiana' wine route, where vineyards and olive groves paint a picturesque backdrop to your journey. Stop in a typical Chianti village for some free time before indulging in a wine tasting and light lunch at a local winery. End the day with check-in at your hotel in Gaiole in Chianti (or similar).

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Siena, a city-state known for its cultural and artistic significance during the Roman and Renaissance periods. Visit the majestic Duomo of Siena and the world-famous Piazza del Campo. From Siena, continue your journey to San Gimignano, a UNESCO World-Heritage Site known for its medieval plazas, churches, and stone towers. Don't forget to try the town's famous gelato before heading back to your hotel in Gaiole in Chianti (or similar).