| City Tours |
MORNING CITY TOUR |
Drive by coach to Piazzale Michelangelo to admire the wonderful panoramic view of the city. Going back to the old centre for the walking tour of the historical centre. The tour will continue with the guided visit of the Duomo Complex: Giotto's bell tower (external visit), the Baptistery with its bronze doors including the famous Porta del Paradiso, and the internal visit of the Cathedral* with the magnificent Cupola of Brunelleschi. Walking through the heart of Florence we will reach the Galleria Dell'Accademia** to admire David by Michelangelo and other works by the great artist.
* Cannot be visited on Sundays, bank and public holidays.
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* Closed on Monday. Replaced with the visit of the Bargello museum or the Medici Chapels.
Season : all year round , every day , no Monday
Terminal : Piazza Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located htls between 08.45 a.m and 09.00 a.m.
Departure : h 09:30 a.m.
End of the Tour : around h 12:30 |
AFTERNOON CITY TOUR |
Departure by coach to Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin situated on the hills that dominate Florence and the Arno Valley. We will come back to the historic centre of Florence and will stop for a visit to the Franciscan church of Santa Croce (external visit). Walking through the historic streets of Florence we reach the famous Piazza della Signoria, to admire the marvelous Palazzo Vecchio (external visit) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. The tour continues with a guided tour of the famous Galleria Degli Uffizi* where we can admire the original paintings of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonaro da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio.
* The gallery is closed on Monday. Replaced with the visit of the museum of Palazzo Vecchio.
Season : all year round , every day , no Monday
Terminal : Piazza Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located hotels between 01.45 p.m. and 02.00 p.m.
Departure : h 02.30 p.m.
End of the Tour : around h 12:30
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VISIT OF THE GALLERIA DELL'ACCADEMIA |
A guided visit of the famous Galleria Dell'Accademia to admire David by Michelangelo and other works by this great artist.
Season : all year round, every day, no Monday .
Departure Point : Academy Gallery , in front of the entrance for customers with Reservations
Start: approx 10:30 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes prior contact the travel agency to confirm the travel agency to confirm the time 24 hours prior the tour)
End of the Tour : around h 11:30 a.m.
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VISIT OF THE GALLERIA DEGLI UFFIZI |
A guided visit to the famous Galleria Degli Uffizi where we can admire the original paintings of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio.
Season: all year round , every day , no Monday
Departure Point: Uffizi, in front of the entrance n° 1 Reservation
Start: approx 14,15 pm (arrive 15 minutes prior contact the travel agency to confirm the 24 hours prior of the tour)
End of the Tour: around h 05:30 p.m.
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FULL DAY -
FLORENCE A.M. AND P.M. |
An entire day to discover Florence and its breathtaking views (Piazzale Michelangelo and Fiesole) , with its fascinating history and important artistic works of art ( Uffizi Gallery, Piazza Signoria, Basilica di Santa Croce, Duomo, il Battistero …) and its famous and savory Tuscan cuisine (typical Tuscan lunch).
Season: all year round, every day , no Monday
Departure Point : Piazza Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located htls between 08.45 a.m. and 09.00 a.m
Departure : 09:30 a.m. ( arrive 15 minutes prior )
End of the Tour: around h 05:30 p.m.
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| Excursions from Florence |
| SIENA AND SAN GIMIGNANO |
An opportunity to visit two of the loveliest town in Tuscany . The excursion takes us through the famous Chianti countryside, with an ever-changing scenery of vineyards and olive trees. Arrival in Siena and walking guided tour of the old city centre to admire the splendid palaces and the marvelous Cathedral where we can visit the interior including the Libreria Piccolomini and the adjacent Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana. The guided tour will continue to the Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful in the world with the majestic Palazzo Comunale. Free time for lunch (not included). Departure to San Gimignano, a tiny city that has remained intact across the centuries and famous for its medieval towers and other art Treasures. Situated on a hilltop, offers a mignificent view of the valley. Time at leisure to discover this fascinating city ad return to Florence.
Season : Tuesday Friday and Sunday 01/11 - 31/03
Everyday 01/04 - 31/10
Departure Point : Piazza della Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located htls between 08.45 a.m. and 09.00 a.m.
Departu re : 09,00
End of the Tour : around h 05,45 p.m.
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| PISA |
A magnificent excursion through the fertile Tuscan countryside to the historic city of Pisa which was one of the known four Marine Republics . After the panoramic drive the tour continue with a guided visit of the famous Piazza dei Miracoli; the Leaning Tower , the Baptistery, and other important monuments. Before leaving the city we will visit the Cathedral, a masterpiece of Romanesque art built between the 11th and 12th century. Return to Florence.
Season: Monday ,Wednesday and Saturday 01/11 - 31/03
Everyday 01/04 - 31/10
Departure Point : Piazza Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located hotels between 08.45 a.m. and 09.00 a.m.
Departure : 09,00 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes prior)
End of the Tour : around h 1,45 p.m.
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| CHIANTI |
The region of Tuscany is famous all over the World not only for art , but also for nature, little villages, vineyards and gentle hills.
With this excursion, you will have the chance to spend a relaxful afternoon ; you will be enchanted by the colors and perfumes of the Chiantigiana countryside. Here all the streets lead to a cellar , to a castle or to a farm. Our visit will start in a typical “Greve in Chianti” village, where we will have free time to explore the typical paths and enjoy somo tasty ice-cream in the picturesque square. Our visit will continue in the heart of the vineyards, in a prestigious farm, where will be hosted and offered a tasty snack based on “crostini toscani” “ olio extravergine” and a delicate “Vino Chianti “ tasting.
Season : Tuesday Thursday and Sun. 01/11 - 31/03
Everyday 01/04 - 31/10
Departure Point : Piazza Stazione or free p/up service at the centrally located htls between 01.45 p.m. and 02.00 p.m.
Departure : 02:15 p.m. (arrive 15 minutes prior )
End of the Tour : around h 07.00 p.m.
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| 5 TERRE |
Season : 01/04/09 - 31/10/09 Monday, Wednesday, Friday (except in case of bad weather conditions)
Departure point : Piazza Stazione, on the corner with Via Alamanni on the steps ( see the map )
Departure : h 7:00 a.m. (arrive 15 minutes prior)
End of the tour : around h 8:30 p.m.
Included : ticket motor vessel - Lunch is not included - Pick up in hotel on request; not Drop Off at the hotel
Important : children under 2 years of age are free of charge and children aged between 2 and 8 years have a 50% reduction.
Guaranteed departures for a minimum of 8 people (it is possible to schedule departures on different days of the week too, the price depending on the number of people participating)
Our trip to 5 Terre ?
A whole, intense and unforgettable day dedicated to the discovery of one of the most amazing and enchanting landscapes in the World.
Five villages, suspended between sea and land, hanging from sheer cliffs surrounded by hills and vineyards, which will allow us to immerse into a little piece of Heaven. Our visit will start at daybreak, with the arrival to La Spezia, where we will find a motor vessel waiting for us: we will have the possibility to admire this amazing landscape from the outside, like in a postcard.
Our first stop will be Portovenere , an old town at the end of the promontory where the built-up area still has the typical appearance of a Ligurian Village. Here we will have some free time to take a stroll among the narrow houses and the small alleys before leaving again to Monterosso .
As soon as we land at Monterosso we will be overcome by its enchanting beaches and luxuriant vegetation that surrounds the little village.
After a short informative walk, we will have some free time to enjoy a tasty lunch based on seafood in a typical local restaurant and to dive into irresistible crystal-clear waters.
Our journey will resume towards the last stop, Vernazza , a seaside town surrounding a little natural port, declared UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here we will have free time to relax, enjoying a delicious coffee or ice-cream in the main square, while observing activities of fishermen and locals. We will leave this little piece of heaven on the boat that will accompany us first to Portovenere and then to La Spezia where, back to reality, we will catch the bus to go back to Florence. In addition to comfortable clothes, we recommend to bring with you swimwear and a hat to protect against the sun…!!!
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