MORNING HALF DAY CITY TOUR $61.00
Departure daily at 9:30 am, return at approximately 12:30 pm. The tour starts along the romantic Viale dei Colli up to Piazzale Michelangelo to admire the wonderful panorama of the city, one of the most beautiful in the world. The tour continues with a visit of the Cathedral complex with Brunelleschi’s grandiose cupola, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery with Ghiberti’s bronze doors, including the most famous of them all, the door of Paradise. The tour then arrives at the famous Gallery of the Academy* where it is possible to admire the original David by Michelangelo and other masterpieces by this great artist.
*Closed on Mondays; replaced with visit to the Bargello museum or the Medici Chapels.
AFTERNOON HALF DAY CITY TOUR $61.00
Departure daily at 2:30 pm, return at 6:00 pm.
Departure by coach for a brief excursion to Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin. The tour continues to the historic center for a visit (exterior) to the Franciscan church of Santa Croce. Then on to Piazza Signoria where it is possible to admire the Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi. The tour then arrives at the famous Uffizi Gallery* where you will be able to admire the works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and many other famous artists.
*The gallery is closed on Mondays; replaced with visit to the museum of Palazzo Vecchio.
AFTERNOON EXCURSION TO THE
CHIANTI AREA WITH DINNER
$111.00
March 1 to October 28, Tuesday and Friday.
A very special itinerary through the Chianti countryside, one of the most scenic areas of Tuscany that is known all over the world for its wine, to reach a magnificent castle. You will visit the garden and the splendid cellar where the famous barrels of the Chianti Classico wine are found. Stop for a snack and wine tasting. Followed by a visit to one of the most beautiful Romanesque churches in the area. For dinner, you will have a typical meal in the magical atmosphere of an old village among the hills.
GUCCI / PRADA SHOPPING TOUR
$32.00
Departures Tues., Wed., Fri. at 1:45 pm,
return approximately 8:00 pm.
Departures Saturday at 8:45 am, return approximately 3:30 pm. A visit to the outlets of the most prestigious fashion companies offering discounts from 30% to 50%. Depart from Florence to reach the outlet of Prada. Stop for about two hours. Depart for the famous center “The Mall”, where you can find the prestigious high fashion companies like Gucci, Y.S. Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Sergio Rossi, and Giorgio Armani. While en route you will have an opportunity to enjoy the splendid Tuscan landscape. |
FLORENCE / WALKING TOUR $37.00
Departure daily at 9:15 am.
Piazza del Duomo,
The Cathedral, Palazzo del Bargello, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Mercato della Paglia (Straw Market), Ponte Vecchio the “jewels bridge.”
AFTERNOON TOUR TO PISA $60.00
Departure daily at 2:00 pm,
March - October. Departure at 2:00 pm, Tues., Thurs., Sat., Sun. — Nov. - Feb. A splendid excursion through the fertile and picturesque Tuscan Countryside to the historic university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty. Upon arrival in Pisa, guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli, with the celebrated Leaning Tower (exterior), the Baptistery (exterior) and other important monuments. This followed by a visit to the interior of the Cathedral, and unrivaled masterpiece of Romanesque art constructed between the 11th and 12th centuries.
AFTERNOON EXCURSION TO CHIANTI $60.00
Departure at 2:15 pm, Mon., Wed.,
Thur., Sat.
An excursion to one of the most picturesque areas of Tuscany, known all over the world for its wine, and countryside of unrivaled charm, where woods alternate with vineyards and olive groves, in a landscape dotted with Romanesque churches, farmhouses, villas and castles of rare beauty. Includes a wine tasting and local snack.
FULL DAY TOUR TO SIENA AND
SAN GIMIGNANO $74.00
Departure daily in high season at 9:00 am.
Pass through the countryside of the Chianti area among delightful hills and ever changing scenery of vineyards and olive trees. Visit San Gimignano, a tiny city that has remained intact through the centuries, famous for its 7 towers. Upon arrival in Siena, free time for lunch (not included) followed by a guided tour of this magnificent medieval city. Admire the Cathedral, the Piazza del Campo, the Town Hall and San Domenico.
PERUGIA AND ASSISI FULL DAY
$139.00
Wednesday.
An itinerary in the green Umbria region, discovering eternally fascinating cities. Perugia has one of the most beautiful squares in Europe in which it is possible to admire the Maggiore Fountain, the gothic Basilica of San Lorenzo and the Palazzo dei Priori. The excursion continues to Assisi, famous all over the world for being the native town of Saint Francis. Stop for lunch in a well-known restaurant. A guided visit of the Basilica of Saint Francis, the Basilica of Santa Chiara, the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli and other important places.
EXCURSION TO LUCCA AND
PISA FULL DAY $81.00
Wednesday and Sunday.
A visit to the elegant and refined Lucca, a magnificent city of art, begins with a delightful walk along the famous 16th century walls that enclose the old center of the city. You will have the chance to admire the amazing Piazza Anfiteatro, the Tower Giunigi, the Cathedral of San Martino and the typical “antique dealers street”. Continue to the historical city of Pisa renown for its architectural masterpieces. Upon arrival, free time for lunch (not included). Continue with a guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli, the leaning Tower (exterior) the Baptistery (exterior) and other important monuments. Visit the interior of the Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque art constructed between the 11th and 12 century. Free time to explore and visit other landmarks on your own. |
