RECOMMENDED TOURS FOR THE CURIOUS TRAVELLER
Browse these classical tours and excursions. You’ll relive the splendours of the Renaissance on a walking tour of Florence, feel the thrill of climbing the Leaning Tower’s 294 spiralling steps, explore the piazza where Siena’s famous annual Palio is staged… and so much more!
This Tuscan pearl has very few serious rivals: it’s in a class of its own. Priceless art, stunning architecture, gripping history, exquisite craftsmanship, delectable gastronomy, world-acclaimed fashion… a truly eclectic mix of human achievement. Florence offers the visitor a…
See the very best of Florence on this private walking tour. Your guide will lead you on a memorable trail through the streets of the historic centre while illustrating the most significant events in the biography of the city. From its early days as an ancient Roman military settlement,…
Don’t miss the chance to discover some of Florence’s most cherished artworks on this half-day tour of an extraordinary collection and a Gothic church. Visited by over two million people every year the Uffizi Gallery plays an essential part in your Florence experience. The treasure…
“….nor has there ever been seen a pose so easy, or any grace to equal that in this work, or feet, hands and head so well in accord, one member with another, in harmony, design, and excellence of artistry. And, of a truth, whoever has seen this work need not trouble to see any…
World-renowned as a centre of excellence for the production of the finest quality hand-made goods, Florence is home to a thriving, age-old arts and crafts scene. Don’t miss the chance to encounter some of the city’s contemporary masters on this inspiring artisan expedition. Your…
Explore the colourful Oltrarno neighbourhood and gain behind-the-scenes insight into Florence’s bustling, creative craft scene. Lying “beyond the Arno” - as its etymology explains - Oltrarno is the repository of the city’s age-old traditions and unique manufacturing heritage.…
Follow the trail to find out more about the exceptional life, extraordinary career and priceless artistic legacy of an incomparable genius. Born in 1475, Michelangelo is widely known both as the leading light of the Renaissance and the world’s all time greatest artist. His remarkable…
Rewind the clock and plunge into Florence’s intriguing history on a tour of Palazzo Vecchio. You will be led right to the core of the city’s political power and hear gripping tales of capture, conspiracy and coups. Overlooking Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio has stood…
Home to three royal households, the Pitti Palace has been a symbol of power and wealth since 1550, when Grand Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici first settled here, on the southern bank of the River Arno and moved his residence from the medieval Palazzo Vecchio to this Renaissance mansion.…
Discover how spiritual devotion, exquisite craftsmanship and creative genius have secured for us priceless works of art on this half-day tour of Florence. Your guide will take you along a carefully planned route to make sure you experience the very best of the city’s sights and…
Nestled inside one of Florence’s oldest buildings lies a superb collection of Gothic and Renaissance statuary. Don’t miss the chance to admire some of the city’s most cherished works of art on a private tour of the Bargello Museum. Built in 1255, the palazzo you will visit…
Explore two of Florence’s religious complexes and discover how exquisite craftsmanship and profound faith contributed to the creation of some of the city’s best-loved masterpieces. You begin your day with a leisurely stroll to a 15th century monastery, whose history and fame…
Enjoy an unforgettable ride through Florence on this up-to-the-minute Segway tour. What a glorious way to get a close look at the squares and bridges, the monuments and magnificent facades of the city’s favourite buildings as you sail along smoothly and silently on your own personal…
At sunset, when the harsh light of day fades into soft pinkish hues and Florence is tinged with the warm glow of late afternoon, relax and unwind on a promenade through the city centre followed by an evening boat ride along the River Arno. Your guide will make sure you experience…
Florence has made an indisputable contribution to the world of fashion and played a prominent role in the history of the Italian textiles industry. The city has been a leader in design since the Middle Ages, when wealthy merchants created powerful wool and silk guilds but it was during…
Explore one of central Italy’s most enchanting medieval towns on this full-day excursion from Florence. Your chauffeur will pick you up at your accommodation and drive you to Siena. Your private guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point and make sure no fascinating detail…
Take a trip back in time and explore two of central Italy’s most beguiling medieval towns, both recognised by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites. Your expert guide will meet you in Siena and make sure no fascinating detail eludes you as you follow this stirring trail. No doubt you…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and steep yourself in local legends on this full-day Tuscan excursion. Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point in Siena ready to lead you on a tour of a beguiling medieval town and the ruins of a roofless abbey. No doubt…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a day trip to the hometown of the Leaning Tower. Pisa, with its 3,000 years of history, record-breaking academic and scientific achievements, culinary feats and artistic wonders is an obligatory stop on every trip to…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a full-day excursion to two world-renowned Tuscan towns. Pisa, with its 3,000 years of history, record-breaking academic and scientific achievements, culinary feats and artistic wonders is an obligatory stop on every…
It’s time for you to explore two delightful towns that have provided marvellous backdrops for a couple of world-acclaimed movies. Roberto Benigni’s Oscar-award-winning Life is beautiful and Audrey Wells’ novel-inspired Under the Tuscan Sun take place respectively in Arezzo and…
Discover one of Italy’s most spectacular destinations on a full-day excursion from Florence. The Cinque Terre, meaning five lands, is a rugged, scenic portion of coastline on the Ligurian Riviera, stretching for eighteen kilometres to the west of the city of La Spezia that comprises…
Meet your private driver outside your accommodation and enjoy a full-day excursion to the Tuscan countryside from Florence. Your guide will be waiting at the meeting point ready to lead you on a tour of two delightful hilltop towns. Volterra, with its narrow cobbled streets, sweeping…
Head for Tuscany’s picture perfect destinations in the comfort of your private chauffeured vehicle and get a close look at an entrancing triptych on this full-day trip to Val d’Orcia. Lying south of Siena, the Orcia Valley, with its verdant plains, gently rolling hills, fortified…
Breathtaking landscapes, fine red wines and charming villages have made Chianti a must-see for visitors to Tuscany. Fashion fans will be delighted to know that the region is also home to two luxury shopping malls where the very best Italian designer stores can be found. Enjoy a full-day…
Listen to one of the world’s greatest singing talents on an inspiring summer concert in Tuscany. In July tenor and songwriter Andrea Bocelli will perform in the open-air amphitheatre of the Teatro del Silenzio surrounded by the charming countryside of Lajatico, his hometown. Enjoy…
Learn all about one of Italy’s most prestigious wines on this full-day escape to the countryside. You will meet your driver outside your hotel and begin your day with a pleasant ride to the UNESCO-listed Orcia Valley, boasting breathtaking landscapes, renowned cuisine, top-class…