As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence stands as one of the Western world?s great art centers. Allow us to introduce you to the beauty of this Tuscan town, as you meet with a host of local experts who are knowledgeable regarding the magnificent art, gold, leather, wines and food of Tuscany. Enjoy for yourself the atmospheric Tuscan countryside, as seen in the film Under the Tuscan Sun, on excursions to San Gimignano, Lucca and Montecatini.
8 Day Escorted Tour
Inclusions:
- 6 nights at the Hotel Tornabuoni Beacci in Florence
- 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners, 1 reception
Highlights:
- Enjoy a carriage ride through old Florence
- Take a walking tour of Florence to see its great art treasures and architecture
- Hear lectures on Florentine art, gold and leather and on Tuscan wines and cuisine
- Enjoy a half-day walking tour of Florence to include the Pitti Palace and the Uffizi Gallery.
- Tour the Tuscan town of Lucca and take a bike ride around the city walls (or shop while others bike)
- Visit Santa Maria, Italy?s oldest pharmacy
- Make your own pizza at Finisterrae
- Tour a vineyard, and enjoy a wine tasting with Tuscan cheeses and biscotti
- See cooking demonstrations of a typical Tuscan dinner
- Enjoy a full-day Montecatini excursion, including a spa treatment
- Take advantage of an optional opportunity for a demonstration of Tuscan cuisine in a private home
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