Italy: Classic Tuscany and the Treasures of Florence
13 days
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Explore medieval villages, discover Renaissance architecture, visit ancient marble quarries and savor renowned wine and cuisine as you learn the timeless story of Tuscany and Florence.
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Visit the famed quarries of Carrara to learn why this marble is the material of choice for great sculptors and architects
- Explore the villa of Lorenzo de'Medici at Poggio a Caiano, and visit a winery in the Tuscan countryside to sample Tuscan wines
- View the great masterpieces in Florence: works by Donatello, Brunelleschi, Ghiberti, Caravaggio, Cellini and Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture, “David
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What's this trip about?
Explore medieval villages, discover Renaissance architecture, visit ancient marble quarries and savor renowned wine and cuisine as you learn the timeless story of Tuscany and Florence.
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Itinerary
Day
1
In Transit to Program
In Flight
Day
2
Arrive Lucca, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Lucca L,D Albergo Celide
Activity note: Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m. Drive to Lucca is 25 miles, and takes about 30 minutes. The orientation walk in Lucca is less than 1 mile.
Lunch: At the hotel restauran...
Day
3
Basilica of San Martino, Tuscan History Lecture
Lucca B,L,D Albergo Celide
Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles exploring Lucca with extended periods of standing during site visits.
Breakfast: At the hotel, the buffet choices include an egg dish, fresh fruit...
Day
4
Carrara Marble, Cucina Povera, Puccini Recital
Lucca B,L Albergo Celide
Activity note: Coach to Carrara is 28 miles, and takes 30 minutes. Short walk along a dusty dirt path with a slight incline from the coach drop-off area to the observation terrace overlooking...
Day
5
Piazza dei Miracoli, Duomo, Tower of Pisa
Lucca B,D Albergo Celide
Activity note: Getting on/off a train. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day on mostly level urban stone sidewalks and streets; small rise on a grassy knoll to reach the path on our morni...
Day
6
Siena, Winery, Duomo, Museo dell'Opera del Duomo
Siena B,L,D NH Siena Hotel
Activity note: Coach to Siena is 90 miles and takes 2 hours. Walking up to 2 miles in Siena; some stairs in front of the Duomo; pedestrian only roads with inclines to the main square.
...
Day
7
Life in Italy Today, Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico
Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel
Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles on hilly terrain over stone paved streets of Siena; negotiating the inclines and descents of the hill town of Siena will require more effort than...
Day
8
Palio Walk & Lecture, San Gimignano, Organic Farm
Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel
Activity note: The drive from Siena to San Gimignano is 27 miles, and takes 1 hour. Walking up to 1.5 miles in the small town; not strenuous but the town roads are inclined.
Break...
Day
9
Pienza, Free Time, Tuscan Hills
Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel
Activity note: Drive to Pienza is 35 miles, and takes 1 hour. Walking up to 1.5 miles in Pienza, a very small hill town.
Breakfast: Hotel buffet.
Morning: We’ll begin our day with a field trip via...
Day
10
Poggio a Caiano, Galleria dell'Accademia
Florence B,L,D Hotel Berchielli
Activity note: Drive to Florence is 42 miles, and takes 1.5 hours. Walking up to 1.5 miles. The sculpture gallery is on the ground level at the Accademia; the picture gallery on the upper l...
Day
11
Renaissance Art Lecture, Free Time, Galleria degli Uffizi
Florence B,L Hotel Berchielli
Activity note: The walk from the restaurant to the Uffizi Gallery is about 400 yards (3 minutes).
Breakfast: At the hotel, buffet choices include an egg dish, sliced col...
Day
12
Bargello, Free Afternoon, Farewell Dinner
Florence B,D Hotel Berchielli
Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles. The Bargello has a flight of stone stairs to reach the upper floor; a small elevator is in service for those who require it.
Breakfast: Hotel buffe...
Day
13
Program Concludes, In Transit From Program
In Flight B
Activity note: Hotel check out by 11:00 a.m. Assistance is offered loading and unloading bags from the van or coach. Wheel your own bag luggage to the check in counter. See your program's travel details rega...
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Last Updated: 6/8/2022
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Meals Included
- 26 Meals
- 11 Breakfasts
- 6 Lunches
- 9 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
Age Requirements
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