We Love —
- Strolling the scenic streets of Cinque Terre, admiring colourful houses tumbling down the hillside.
- Exploring the charming medieval towns of Tuscany, and discovering its rich art, history, culture and food.
- Choosing to explore this beautiful region by car, with the freedom to explore the Italian Riviera as you please.
Your itinerary in brief —
Explore the rolling hills, Medieval towns and picturesque vineyards of Tuscany and the Cinque Terre on this fantastic tour through the treasures of this beautiful region.
Your itinerary:
5-nights tour
Day 1: Arrive at Montecatini Terme
Day 2: Pisa - Lucca
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Liguria
Day 5: Cinque Terre
Day 6: Departure
7-nights tour:
Day 1: Arrive at Montecatini Terme
Day 2: Pisa - Lucca
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Montecatini Terme
Day 5: Liguria
Day 6: Cinque Terre
Day 7: Gulf of Tigullio
Day 8: Departure
Please note that the order of the activities can be changed.
Your itinerary in detail —
5-night tour
DAY 1: MONTECATINI TERME
Montecatini Terme is a historic spa town located in Tuscany, famous for its thermal baths and wellness treatments. This charming town boasts beautiful Art Nouveau architecture, lush parks, and a funicular that takes visitors to the hilltop town of Montecatini Alto for panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
- Arrive at your hotel
- Free time to explore the city
- Night at Hotel Puccini 4*
DAY 2: PISA - LUCCA
Pisa is famous for its iconic leaning tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli. Climb the towering Campanile's 294 steps, and enjoy spectacular views over the city.
Lucca is known for the Cathedral of San Martino, the Cathedral of Lucca, and the Giungi Tower, beautiful examples of the unique architecture that defines this region. Walk the historic city walls, built by the Romans and rebuilt during the Renaissance - they are some of the best-preserved walls in Italy.
- Visa Pisa in the morning
- Visit Lucca in the afternoon
- Night at Hotel Puccini 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 3: FLORENCE
Visit Florence, one of the best art and history hubs in the world. See the extraordinary collections of ancient sculptures and paintings in the Uffizi Museum, cross the Ponte Vecchio, the old bridge over the Arno River, and pause in the charming piazzas dotted throughout the city.
- Visit Florence and explore the city
- Night at Hotel Puccini 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 4: LIGURIA
Liguria is a coastal region known for its picturesque seaside villages, stunning beaches, and delicious seafood. The region is home to the famous Cinque Terre, a collection of five colourful fishing villages perched on cliffs overlooking the sea.
- Depart for Liguria
- Visit the medieval town of Sarzana, and the seaside villages of Lerici, Tellaro and Fiascherino
- Night at Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
- Breakfast and dinner included
DAY 5: CINQUE TERRE
Cinque Terre is a cluster of five picturesque coastal villages resting on the Italian Riviera. The villages, named Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, are known for their beautiful pastel-coloured houses, narrow streets, and stunning sea views. The region is renowned for its seafood, pesto, and locally-produced wines, making it a gastronomic haven for food lovers.
- Take the train from La Spezia to Riomaggiore
- Take the train from Riomaggiore to Manarola
- Take the train from Manarola to Vernazza
- Take the train from Vernazza to Monterosso al Mare
- Night at Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 6: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast a the hotel
- Return to the airport
7-night tour
DAY 1: MONTECATINI TERME
Montecatini Terme is a historic spa town located in Tuscany, famous for its thermal baths and wellness treatments. This charming town boasts beautiful Art Nouveau architecture, lush parks, and a funicular that takes visitors to the hilltop town of Montecatini Alto for panoramic views of the surrounding hills.
- Arrive at your hotel
- Free time to explore the city
- Night at Hotel Puccini 4*
Day 2 and 3 are the same as the 5-night tour.
DAY 4: MONTECATINI TERME
- Free time to explore the city
- Night at Hotel Puccini 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 5: LIGURIA
Liguria is a coastal region known for its picturesque seaside villages, stunning beaches, and delicious seafood. The region is home to the famous Cinque Terre, a collection of five colourful fishing villages perched on cliffs overlooking the sea.
- Depart for Liguria
- Visit the medieval town of Sarzana, and the seaside villages of Lerici, Tellaro and Fiascherino
- Night at Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
- Breakfast and dinner included
DAY 6: CINQUE TERRE
Cinque Terre is a cluster of five picturesque coastal villages resting on the Italian Riviera. The villages, named Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore, are known for their beautiful pastel-coloured houses, narrow streets, and stunning sea views. The region is renowned for its seafood, pesto, and locally-produced wines, making it a gastronomic haven for food lovers.
- Take the train from La Spezia to Riomaggiore
- Take the train from Riomaggiore to Manarola
- Take the train from Manarola to Vernazza
- Take the train from Vernazza to Monterosso al Mare
- Night at Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 7: GULF OF TIGULLIO
Visit the spectacular Gulf of Tigullio and ithe famous villages of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. Head to the port of Santa Margherita Ligure, from where you can take a ferry to Portofino, one of the most fashionable seaside villages on the Ligurian Riviera.
- Day exploring the Gulf of Tigullio
- Night at Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
- Breakfast included
DAY 8: DEPARTURE
- Breakfast included
- Return to the airport
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour you will stay in thoughtfully chosen 4* hotels.
Montecatini Terme: Hotel Puccini 4*
Liguria: Hotel La Locanda dell'Angelo 4*
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Your dining choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
Included hotel services —
One Cinque Terre card
You'll have an entry card for one day to this beautiful region in Italy with stunning cliffs, vineyards, and sea views.
One free dinner in Tuscany
Enjoy a complimentary dinner in Tuscany prepared from delicious local produce.
Your journey to Italy —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your Destinations —
Italy
The mere mention of Italy fills us with indescribable emotions, as it makes us dream like no other destination. Here, the simplest things in life bring joy and happiness. What a pleasure it is to stroll through the cobblestone streets of Rome or Milan while enjoying a real gelato, or to sit on the terrace of a restaurant in Naples, the pizza mecca. A little further inland, Tuscany is a wonderful favorite, with its Renaissance masterpieces and paths that wind through the lush countryside. A simply unforgettable trip!
Tuscany
Overflowing with artistic masterpieces, extraordinary architecture and a thrilling history that spans from the Etruscans to the Romans and the Renaissance, Tuscany is a breathtaking holiday destination that promises a never-ending list of things to do, places to see and rolling hills to explore.
A holiday to Tuscany comes with many possibilities. The capital of the region, Florence, draws in millions of tourists each year, all of whom come in search of promised romance and charm on the city's narrow, cobbled streets, which have remained unchanged for hundreds of years. Nestled on the banks of the Arno river, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a prime place to indulge in quality, Tuscan produce, soak up rich culture, and feast on some of the world's finest art.
One of Tuscany's other main draws is its verdant countryside, where rustic vineyards, peaceful olive groves and quaint villages can be found in abundance. Here, a stroll in the hills can easily result in a stop in one of Italy's most authentic and sustainable trattorias, where local, seasonal dishes are sure to delight alongside delicious, full-bodied wine.
Cinque Terre
Nestled along the Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre is a gorgeous region comprised of five colourful cliffside villages that are surrounded by dramatic hills and vineyards. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 15 km stretch of coastline is well known for its incredible hiking trails, picture-perfect views, and quaint village atmosphere, and makes for a memorable Italian coastal break!
The area’s five main villages all offer something different for visitors, and if you have the time, it’s worth visiting them all - the dedicated Cinque Terre train from La Spezia runs once an hour, and makes stops at them all. Riomaggiore, the first stop on the line, is the largest, with a clifftop medieval castle; the next stop, Manarola, is the place to try the Cinque Terre’s wine, Sciacchetrà, while further down Corniglia is unique in that it does not have direct access to the sea, instead of being perched atop a dramatic cliff. Vernazza has a romantic harbour, and Monterosso offers visitors a charming beach.
Along the coast, sample Pasta alla Genovese, with the region’s delicious pesto, or some traditional focaccia; or, discover some of the equally charming towns along the Ligurian coastline. La Spezia features a spacious port and plenty of charming trattorias, while Levanto is on the very cusp of Cinque Terre, and is the ideal starting point for a long hike along the coast.
