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  ITALY - 4 Nights / 5 Days - Florence - Pisa - Chianti Wine - Siena - San Gimignano
 

A More To Scano

DAY 1 - FLORENCE

Arrive Florence. Check in to the Hotel. Later proceed for an afternoon City tour, offering panoramic views of the unparalleled beauty of Florence, taking in Fiesole, town of Etruscan origin and the Arno Valley. The tour continues to the old city centre to the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce with the tombs of Michelangelo, Macchiavelli, Galileo and Rossini. A short walk in the historic streets of Florence brings you to Piazza Signoria, where you can admire the imposing Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. The tour continues with a guided tour of the famous Galleria degli Uffizi. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 2 - FLORENCE - PISA

After Breakfast at the Hotel. A splendid excursion through the fertile and picturesque Tuscan countryside to the historic university city of Pisa. Guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli, with the celebrated Leaning Tower (exterior), the Baptistery (exterior) and other important monuments. This is followed by a visit to the Cathedral, masterpiece of Romanesque art. Free time at your disposal. Return back to Florence. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 3 - FLORENCE - CHIANTI REGION OF TUSCANY

Today After a good breakfast at the hotel. The day is free. Afternoon proceed for an excursion to one of the most suggestive Chianti region of Tuscany. Only wines from this region can properly be called Chianti. This region is known all over the world for its wine and its countryside of unrivalled charm, where woods alternate with vineyards and olive groves, in a landscape dotted with Romanesque churches, farmhouses, villas and castles of rare beauty. This tour includes a visit of the most famous wine-growing estates, complete with a snack and tasting of its prestigious wines. Return back to the Florence. Overnight in Hotel.

DAY 4 - FLORENCE - SIENA AND SAN GIMIGNANO

Today after breakfast at the hotel. A beautiful excursion through the delightful hills of the Chianti countryside, with anever-changing scenery of vineyards and olive trees. Upon arrival in Siena, a guided tour of the old city centre: Cathedral, Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana. The guided tour will conclude in the Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful in the world, where you will find the Palazzo del Comune (exterior). Free time for lunch (not included).

Departure for San Gimignano a tiny city that has remained intact through the centuries; situated on a hilltop, it is famous for its numerous towers, frescoes and other art treasures. During the return journey to Florence, you can admire the old mediaeval village of Monteriggioni. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 5 - FLORENCE - CHIANTI REGION OF TUSCANY

Breakfast in the Hotel. In the morning, according to your flight, departure to Florence airport, or continue on you onward journey. Tour Ends.

Cost per person in twin or triple share : 3 STAR HOTELS - EURO 385.00
  4 STAR HOTELS - EUR0 445.00


TOUR INCLUSIONS:

Accommodation

- 4 Nights accommodation in Hotel in Florence
- Daily continental buffet breakfast
- Hotel service charges & taxes

Private car transfers

- Florence Airport / Train Station to Florence Hotel
- Florence Hotel to Florence Airport / Train Station

Sightseeing on SIC basis (Pick up Point near Hotel)

- Half Day City Tour of Florence in the afternoon
- Half Day Pisa excursion
- Half Day excursion to the Chianti area
- Full Day Excursion to Siena and San Gimignano

TRAIN INFO

Please Note. Sector train ticket for intercity transfers are not included in the packages because Eurail Pass might be convenient, otherwise it is better to buy only 2-3 sector tickets for Italy. You can find all the info also in www.trenitalia.com. If booked by us we charge 6 Euro for each ticket. Sector ticket will be ticketless, therefore client will not have to stamp it.

Few example like Eurostar (fast train) tickets 2nd class with reservation of Seat:
From Rome Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella train station : 44 euro per person From Florence Santa Maria Novella to Venice Mestre train station : 39 euro per person. Our booking fee is 6 euro for each ticket to be added. Fare might change without prior notice.

Packages Prices are subject to Hotel availability.

Hotel 3 star or similar used in the packages:
ROME - ESPANA / FLORENCE - AIRONE / VENICE - MESTRE CENTRALE

Hotel 4 star or similar used in the packages:
ROME - MORGANA / FLORENCE - PALAZZO DEI CIOMPI / VENICE-MESTRE - PRESIDENT

P.N. For Venice we use for these packages Hotels located in MESTRE, the mainland 15 minutes from Venice. If your clients wish to stay on Venice Island, price will be on request. Venice Island Hotel will increase the cost.


 
 
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