Tours:
Independent Tour, 2008
11 Nights/12 Days
This tour is one of our most requested. It combines the Renaissance towns of Siena and Florence with the country flavor of Tuscany and the opportunity to stroll along the fabulous Cinque Terre. Immerse yourself in a cooking lesson with Maria Luisa as she teaches you the art of Italian cuisine. Marvel at the city of San Gimingnano silhouetted against the horizon. Wander through the ancient city of Volterra, enjoying the fortress, walls and gates standing mightily over green Tuscan Valleys. Travel through the scenic hills of Italy's Chianti region, discovering the citadels and fortifications of this ancient area. Here wine was once a staple food of rich and poor alike. Montepulciano and its fine wines transport you to the beauty and ancient history of Tuscany. Hiking the paths that link the five villages of coastal Liguria is a delight for both mountain and sea lovers. Each village has its very own personality and each trail has views and scenery that keep hikers guessing at what is around the next corner.
Accommodation:
- 2 Nights Lodging in Florence - 3 star hotel
- 4 Nights Lodging in an Agritourism near San Gimignano
- 2 Nights in Lucca - 3 star hotel
- 3 Nights in Monterosso al Mare, Cinque Terre – 3 star hotel
- Daily Breakfast Included at All Accommodation
Inclusions
11 Nights Authentic Italian Lodging
7 Days Car Rental - Compact with Standard Transmission
Daily Breakfast at All Accommodation
Private Guided Tours in Florence & Siena
Wine Tasting & Light Lunch at the Verrazzano Castle
Reservation at the Uffizi Museum
Ciao Cooking Lesson
Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Self Guided Tours
All Driving Instructions Including Maps
Includes All Taxes
Assistance from Ciao Italian Representatives
Day 1
Arrive in Florence
Transfer to the Florence Hotel
Day 2
3 Hour Private Tour of Florence
Late Afternoon Reservations at the Uffizi Museum
Day 3
7 Day Car Rental
Compact with Standard Transmission (Pick up in Florence and Drop off in Pisa)
Tour of the Verrazzano Castle with Wine Tasting & Light Lunch
Tour of Italy's Chianti Wine Region at Leisure (Greve, Panzano & Castellina in the Chianti)
Day 4
Tour Volterra & San Gimignano at Leisure
5 Hour Authentic Italian Cooking Lesson in a Private Home in San Gimignano Including Wine Tasting
Day 5
Wine & Olive Oil Tasting with Ciao Tour Representative
3 Hour Private Tour of Siena
Day 6
Tour Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Pienza and Montepulciano at Leisure
Day 7
Tour Lucca at Leisure
Arrive at the Hotel
Day 8
Tour Italy's Barga and Garfagnana Mountain Region at Leisure
Day 9
Tour Pisa at Leisure
Return Car Rental
1st Class Italian Train (Pisa - Monterosso al Mare)
Arrive in the Cinque Terre
Day 10 and Day 11
Hiking the Cinque Terre
(Local Hiking Paths Costs Not Included)
Day 12
1st Class Italian Train (Monterosso al Mare – Pisa)
Italian Train Pass to Pisa Airport Not Included
Tour Conclusion
Cost:
1793.00 Euros per person based on double occupancy.
Please note: Ciao Tours will Guarantee the Exchange Rate at the Time of Full Payment or 45 days Prior to Departure
Alternate Choices are Allowed on an Independent Tour at a Cost of $50 Per Change.
The staff at Ciao Tours hopes your experiences in Tuscany were fun, interesting and unique. We are looking forward to seeing you again some day soon!
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