We Love —
- Climbing to the top of Montecatini Alto by a historical funicular railway and gazing at stunning views over dinner.
- Visit a vineyard in Montalcino to try some of its famous Brunello wine on a romantic trip out.
- Getting lost amidst the enchanting flower-filled streets of Spello and admiring intricate Roman mosaics.
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Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your itinerary in brief —
This tour takes you to discover the hidden treasures of Tuscany and Umbria, two of Italy's most picturesque regions. Passing through rolling countryside, lush vineyards and medieval villages, you'll be immersed in local history, culture and gastronomy.
7 night tour:
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Montecatini Terme or Lucca
Day 3: Montecatini Terme - Siena
Day 4: Siena
Day 5: Siena - Val d'Orcia - Umbria (Bettona)
Day 6: Perugia - Assisi
Day 7: Spello - and Bevagna
Day 8: Departure
9 night tour:
Day 1 - 2: Similar to the 2 night itinerary
Day 3: Vinci - San Miniato
Day 4: Siena
Day 5: San Gimignano - Monteriggioni
Day 6: Montalcino - Pienza
Day 7: Bettona
Day 8: Perugia - Assisi
Day 9: Spello - Bevagna
Day 10: Departure
Your itinerary in detail —
7 night tour
Day 1: Arrival in Montecatini Terme
Arrive in Montecatini Terme, a charming spa town in Tuscany renowned for its historic thermal baths and Art Nouveau architecture.
- Night in Hotel Adua Regina di Saba 4*
Day 2: Montecatini Terme or Lucca
Discover the historic centre of Montecatini, and be sure to visit to Montecatini Alto, the hilltop village linked by a historic funicular railway. Admire the views over the town and valley below, and dine in one of the restaurants with a view (not included).
Or, visit the charming medieval town of Lucca, famous for its well-preserved Renaissance walls. Stroll along the walls, explore the historic centre, visit the Cathedral of San Martino and climb the Guinigi Tower.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Adua Regina di Saba 4*
Day 3: Montecatini Terme - Siena
Siena is a medieval gem dominated by the striking Duomo and the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo. It is a must-see location for its stunning Gothic architecture and the vibrant Palio horse race.
Go on a short trip to San Miniato, a charming medieval town famous for its white truffles. Explore the historic centre and admire Frederick II's fortress.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Executive 4* for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti 4* for stays in 2025
Day 4: Siena
Visit Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and explore its baptistery and crypt.
In the afternoon, stroll through the Contrada district, one of Siena's famous "contrade". Visit the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo for a spectacular view from the panoramic terrace.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Executive 4* for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti 4* for stays in 2025
Day 5: Siena - Val d'Orcia - Umbria (Bettona)
Stop in Pienza for a walk and to taste the famous pecorino cheese, and continue on to Montalcino to sample some of its famous Brunello wine.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Poggio Degli Olivi 4*
Day 6: Perugia - Assisi
Depart for Perugia to wander around its historic centre, the Fontana Maggiore, the Palazzo dei Priori and the Umbrian National Gallery. Stroll along Corso Vannucci and try Perugia's famous chocolate.
Assisi is also well worth a visit. Notable places of interest include the Basilica of San Francesco, with its frescoes by Giotto, and the historic centre with the Basilica of Santa Chiara.
- Breakfast included
- Night in in Hotel Poggio Degli Olivi 4*
Day 7: Spello - Bevagna
Visit Spello, a charming medieval town famous for its flower-filled streets and Roman mosaics.
Bevagna is another medieval village with a beautiful central square, Piazza Silvestri, and ancient workshops.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Poggio Degli Olivi 4*
Day 8: Departure
- Breakfast included
7 night tour
Day 1 - 2: Similar to the 2 night itinerary
Day 3: Vinci and San Miniato
Visit the Museo Leonardiano and Leonardo da Vinci's birthplace in Vinci and walk through exhibitions illustrating the master's inventions and paintings.
San Miniato is about a 30-minute drive from Vinci and is famous for its white truffles.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Adua Regina di Saba 4*
Day 4: Arrival in Siena
Start your the discovery of Siena with a visit to the Piazza del Campo, the Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del Mangia.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Executive 4* for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti 4* for stays in 2025
Day 5: Visit to San Gimignano and Monteriggioni
San Gimignano features emblematic towers, the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta and the Civic Museum.
The village of Monteriggioni lies 30 minutes away by car and is the perfect place to explore if you like charming streets and medieval walls.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Executive 4* for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti 4* for stays in 2025
Day 6: Montalcino and Pienza
Montalcino is famous for its Brunello wine and Pienza is the home of the delicious Pecorino di Pienza cheese.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Executive 4* for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti 4* for stays in 2025
Day 7: Bettona
Bettona is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Stroll through its medieval streets and visit the church of Santa Maria Maggiore to see magnificent frescoes.
- Breakfast included
- Night in Hotel Poggio Degli Olivi 4*
Day 8: Perugia - Assisi
See day 6 of the 5 night itinerary
Day 9: Spello - Bevagna
See day 7 of the 5 night itinerary
Day 10: Departure
- Breakfast included
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change without affecting the overall experience of the itinerary.
Your hotels —
Hand-picked just for you
Maximum room capacity
During your tour, you will stay in a Standard Double or Triple Room in the following 4* hotels:
- Hotel Adua & Regina Di Saba
- Hotel Executive for stays in 2024 or Hotel Montaperti for stays in 2025
- Agriturismo Poggio Degli Olivi
If the hotels listed above are unavailable, you will be provided with comfortable accommodation in similar hotels. Local standards apply.
Single rooms are available at an additional cost. The maximum capacity of the Double Room is: 2 adults The maximum capacity of the Triple Room is: 2 adults and 1 child
Your dining choices
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Fancy the best of both worlds? Choose to upgrade to half board at the next stage of the booking process - includes breakfast and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant - drinks are excluded.
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 destination —
Montecatini-Terme
Montecatini Terme, in the heart of Tuscany, is the most prestigious thermal site in Italy, famous for its remarkable curative mineral thermal waters. Visit the historical spas and experience the delightful features of this ancient city. Take time out from your spa indulgence to explore more of Tuscany, such as beautiful Florence, only 30 minutes away.
Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art, others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple yet wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, summer vacationers the sea coast and islands. Take advantage of car hire to truly make the most of this amazing area.
