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| A
walk through Florence |
Daily
09:45 3 hours $45 |
Arrive
at the lively Piazza Santa Maria Novella and proceed through the
Croce al Trebbio Square, Palazzo Strozzi and Davanzati, Palagio
di Parte Guelfa by Brunelleschi, Ponte Vecchio, the "Jewellers'
Bridge", Piazzale degli Uffizi, Piazza della Signoria, and
the famous Palazzo Vecchio. Finishing up with a visit of the Orsanmichele
Church, and Piazza Duomo, with the Cathedral, St. John’s
Baptistery, and Giotto's Bell-tower.
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| The
Galeria degli Uffizi and the Loggia dei Lanzi |
Daily except Sunday/Monday 17:15 2 hours $64 |
| The
« Galeria degli Uffizi » is one of the most important
museums of Italy. You will discover a treasure of 2500 pictures
showing the evolution of painting from Renaissance to the XVIIIth
century, sculptures and stunning tapestries. Then you can visit
the “Loggia”, small open gallery with arcades, columns
and statues, situated on the side of the Galeria. |
| Morning
Visit of Florence |
Daily
09:30 3 hours $75 |
| Cathedral,
Giotto's bell tower, the Baptistery with its bronze doors, the
Palazzo Pitti, and a the celebrated Palatine Gallery, housing
works of Botticelli, Raphael, Titian, Rubens, Murillo, Velasquez
and others. Then a panoramic view of the Boboli Gardens. |
| Afternoon
visit of Florence |
Daily
14:30 3 hours $75 |
| Brief
visit to Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin. A visit
to the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce to admire the tombs of
Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo and Rossini among others; Then
off to the Gallery of the Academy to admire the original David
by Michelangelo. |
| Pisa |
Daily
14:00 5 -6 hours $69 |
| Travel
through picturesque Tuscan countryside to the historic university
city of Pisa. Visit the Piazza dei Cavalieri and the Scuola Normale,
one of the most famous universities in the world. Continue on
to Piazza dei Miracoli to the famous Leaning Tower, Cathedral
(visit inside), Baptistery and other sites. |
| Chianti
Area |
Mon/Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat
14:00 5 hours $79 |
| Tuscany,
renowned for its countryside of unequalled beauty, that alternates
woods with vines and olive trees, where Romanesque Churches, farmhouses,
villas and castles of rare beauty are to be found. A visit to
a historic and artistic village, and of one of the most known
castle farms with a snack and tasting of its prestigious wines. |
| Siena
& San Gimignano |
Daily
09:00 9 hours $89 |
| Experience
the delightful Chianti countryside with rolling scenery of vineyards
and olive trees. Visit San Gimignano before heading to Siena.
A guided visit the Cathedral, Piccolomini Library, Opera Metropolitana
Museum, Piazza del Campo, Town Hall, and the old medieval village
of Monteriggioni. |
| Florence
by night with supper and music |
Tues/Thurs/Sat
19:15 4 hours $ 130 |
| An
unforgettable evening of excellent cuisine, music and fun in an
enchanting atmosphere! Arrive in Piazzale Michelangelo, for an
aperitif in a wonderful outdoor café. Then it’s off
to a famous restaurant with a view of a beautifully lit Monastery.
Enjoy an excellent Florentine menu with renowned Chianti wine,
accompanied by a professional tenor. |
| Lucca
and villas |
Wed/Sun
08:45 7 hours $105 |
| Visit
the elegant and refined art city of Lucca and take a delightful
walk along the famous 16th century walls. Visits include the medieval
Church of San Frediano, the Torre Guinigi, the Cathedral of San
Martino, and the Church of San Michele in Foro and in the historic
centre at the house where composer Giacomo Puccini was born. After
lunch (not included), visit the splendid villas surrounding the
city. |
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