Discover Florence’s art treasures and museums, then drive through Tuscany’s rolling hills to Siena, San Gimignano, and Montalcino, savoring world-class wines and authentic cuisine.
Starting from $3,887.
Discover Florence’s art treasures and museums, then drive through Tuscany’s rolling hills to Siena, San Gimignano, and Montalcino, savoring world-class wines and authentic cuisine.
Starting from $3,887.
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Begin your journey by boarding your overnight flight to Florence. Relax and get some rest so you’re ready to start exploring as soon as you arrive in Tuscany’s capital.
After breakfast, join your half‑day city tour of Florence. Begin at Piazzale Michelangelo, where you’ll enjoy one of the most famous panoramas in the world. Continue by coach through the old city center for an outdoor guided tour of the Duomo complex, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery with its magnificent bronze doors, among them the famous “Porta del Paradiso.” Visit the interior of the Cathedral and admire Brunelleschi’s remarkable dome. A short walk through Florence’s historic streets brings you to the Accademia Gallery, where you’ll see Michelangelo’s David and other masterpieces. The tour ends inside the museum, leaving you free to explore further at your own pace.
Over the next two days, deepen your appreciation of Florence. Visit the Uffizi Gallery, home to an extraordinary collection of Italian Renaissance art, including works by Botticelli, Raphael, and many other masters. Afterwards, enjoy time to shop for fine leather goods and gold jewelry, and walk across the iconic Ponte Vecchio, lined with historic jewelry shops. Use your remaining free time to revisit favorite sights, relax in piazzas, or discover hidden corners of the city.
Collect your rental car and head into the Tuscan countryside, where vineyards, olive trees, and cypress‑lined roads create a postcard‑perfect landscape. Base yourself in Siena, renowned for its Palio horse race, stunning Cathedral, unique fan‑shaped Piazza del Campo, and the imposing Palazzo Comunale. From here, explore the region with day trips to San Gimignano, with its medieval towers; Montepulciano and Volterra, rich in history and charm; and the serene Sant’Antimo Abbey. Taste excellent Chianti wines and visit a vineyard in Montalcino, where the world‑famous Brunello is produced, pairing your tastings with traditional Tuscan dishes made from simple, authentic ingredients. One of the best suggestions: drive through the countryside without a strict plan—you’ll be rewarded with unexpected villages, views, and experiences.
After breakfast, drive to Florence Airport and return your rental car. Board your flight home, taking with you unforgettable memories of Florence’s art treasures and the rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval towns of Tuscany.