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- Discovering the cradle of the Renaissance from the reliefs of Tuscany to the coast of Liguria.
- Tasting to the unmissable Italian specialities and local wines.
- Staying in comfortable and elegant hotels specially selected for you.
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Your Itinerary in Brief —
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5-Night Tour
Day 1: arrival in Siena
Day 2: Florence
Day 3: Pisa - Liguria
Day 4: Cinque Terre
Day 5: Portofino
Day 6: departure
7-Night Tour
Day 1: arrival in Siena
Day 2: Siena
Day 3: Florence
Day 4: Pisa
Day 5: Cinque Terre
Day 6: Portofino
Day 7: Portovenere
Day 8: departure
Your Itinerary in Detail —
5-Night Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Siena
Arrival at the hotel in Siena and assignment of rooms.
Overnight stay with breakfast at the hotel.
Day 2: Siena
After breakfast departure and through the Chianti region you will reach Siena. We leave the Florence-Livorno motorway near San Miniato and drive into the Val d'Elsa Valley, where we encounter the medieval towns of Castelfiorentino and Certaldo, until we reach San Gimignano, built on a hill dominating the Val d'Elsa, in an area that was certainly already inhabited in Etruscan times and is an exceptional testimony to medieval urban planning in Tuscany.
We then meet Colle Val d'Elsa, an ancient and dynamic manufacturing centre, and Monteriggioni, a village in the rolling landscape of the Sienese hills and a rare example of well-preserved medieval military architecture. Along the way, we visit a wine cellar and taste local wines. In Siena, we recommend a visit to the Palazzo Pubblico and the Duomo. We recommend a walk along the most characteristic streets, Via di Città, Banchi di Sopra and Banchi di Sotto. Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay and breakfast at the hotel.
Day 3: Pisa
After breakfast departure for transfer to Liguria to the CHD hotel in La Spezia. En route, we recommend a stop in the city of Pisa: visit the Piazza dei Miracoli, marked by the Leaning Tower, and see the Duomo and Baptistry.
Overnight stay and breakfast at the hotel.
Day 4: Cinque Terre
Breakfast. Full day dedicated to visiting the Cinque Terre.
On arrival at La Spezia station, depart by train to Riomaggiore, where you will arrive in just 7 minutes, visit the village and then take the train to Manarola. The visit to the 'Cinque Terre' continues by train with stops in Vernazza and Monterosso. Here you will have the opportunity to taste the D.O.C. white wine of the "Cinque Terre" at a local wine shop.
Overnight stay and breakfast at the hotel.
Day 5: Portofino
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, we recommend making the most of your day by visiting the Gulf of Tigullio, Rapallo, Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. Boat trip from Rapallo to Portofino included. We also recommend visiting the church of San Giorgio, and if possible (weather permitting) also the abbey of San Fruttuoso by boat. In the afternoon, return to Santa Margherita by boat and visit the church of Antiochia and Villa Durazzo Centurione. Typical dinner.
Overnight stay and breakfast at the hotel.
Day 6: Departure
7-Night Tour
Day 1: Arrive in Siena at the Montaperti hotel from Pisa airport. Head to your hotel for check-in, then enjoy some free time to visit the surrounding area.
Day 2: Visit San Gimignano, a small town built on a hill overlooking the Val D'Elsa. It is an exceptional testimony of medieval Tuscan town planning. Then, head to Colle Val d'Elsa (ancient and dynamic manufacturing centre) and the Monteriggioni village, located in the stunning landscape of the Sienese hills.
Day 3: After breakfast, it's time to go to Florence (68 km approx.). On the way, you will see a variety of beautiful landscapes. Visit the city centre, which is among the richest in history and art in the world. Florence is the city of art par excellence: the Duomo, the Baptistery, Palazzo della Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio offer a significant glimpse of the Italian Renaissance. Then, in the vast hilly region between Florence and Siena, largely famous for Chianti wine area, it's time to taste some wine.
Day 4: After breakfast, head to Liguria, to the CHD hotel in La Spezia. On the way, we recommend a break in the city of Pisa to visit the Piazza dei Miracoli, known for its Leaning Tower. You can also visit the Duomo and the Baptistery.
Day 5: After breakfast, enjoy a full day visiting the Cinque Terre. Head to Riomaggiore by train and visit the village. You will take another train to explore Manarola, Vernazza and Monterosso. Here, you will have the opportunity to taste the white wine D.O.C. at a local wine shop.
Day 6: After breakfast, we advise you to make the most of your day by visiting the Gulf of Tigullio, Rapallo, Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino thanks to the boat excursion from Rapallo to Portofino. You could visit the Church of San Giorgio, and if possible (depending on the weather) you can also visit the Abbey of San Fruttuoso by boat. In the afternoon, return by boat to Santa Margherita, visit the Church of Antiochia and Villa Durazzo Centurione. Enjoy another typical dinner before heading back to your hotel.
Day 7: After breakfast, we suggest visiting the ancient town of Portovenere, easily accessible by public transport. Portovenere is an ancient fortified town, formerly a stronghold of the Maritime Republic of Genoa. Enjoy some free time to visit the town and for a boat trip to the islands in front of the town (Palmaria, Tino and Tinetto).
Day 8: Make your way to the airport for your return flight.
Your Hotels —
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Maximum room capacity
Throughout your tour, you’ll stay in Standard Rooms in the following 4* hotels (or similar):
- Siena: Hotel Montaperti
- La Spezia: CDH La Spezia
Your Dining Choices
This offer is based on a Bed and Breakfast stay.
Your Journey —
Flights:
It may be possible to choose from a selection of flight options at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destination —
Siena
Siena is the perfect city break for any season, thanks to its fabulous food, wine and cultural offerings. From all over the city, there are breathtaking views of the Tuscan hills, the valleys, and the city’s most famous monuments: Torre del Mangia, Palazzo Pubblico and the Cathedral.
From the ancient gateways in the city walls, paved roadways lead through towering “palazzos” to the centre and to the Piazza del Campo, where the famous medieval bareback horse race, the Palio, takes place each year.
The Gothic architecture, medieval monuments, vibrant streets, and bustling cafés and restaurants are sure to enchant you. If you fancy heading further afield, make use of our car hire option to explore the rolling Tuscan hills, quaint villages, and acres of vineyards.
