Itinerary
Day 1: WELCOME TO FLORENCE!
Stop At: Italy on a Budget Tours, Via Nazionale 149R, 50123, Florence Italy
Welcome to Florence! Check in to your accommodation and spend the day in complete freedom to explore the city, the markets and the monuments of the city. Stop by our office to grab some free city map, book the museums and ask our team some recommendations.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Duomo, Duomo, Florence, Tuscany
Meet your tour leader and the other travellers in the afternoon and get ready for an original and fun way to experience the city at night walking through the city center passing by the famous attractions such as the Duomo Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio.
Pass By: Ponte Vecchio, 50125, Florence Italy
Kick then off the evening by stopping a top rated bar for aperitivo in one of the most popular streets of the Florence by night.
Lots of laughs and stories shared between friends over delicious cocktails and an all-you-can-eat-buffet!
Stop At: Santa Croce, Santa Croce, Florence, Tuscany
End of the tour at the aperitivo place
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Dinner: Aperitif may be compared to the British habit of a pub after work on your way home but here food is served with drinks.
Accommodation included: 3 Nights in Florence in our partner centrally located budget accommodation (hostel, b&b, 3*Hotel, guesthouse)
Day 2: FULL FREE DAY IN FLORENCE
Pass By: Piazza del Mercato Centrale, 50136, Florence Italy
Grab some hearty Italian breakfast as today it's dedicated to the exploration of Florence in complete freedom to put into practice the valuable tips from your guide!
Discover the unknown and most picturesque sides of the city: stop first at San Lorenzo market where you can't miss the chance to taste lots of varieties of local cheeses, fruits, vegetable, and breads, eat some gelato from a historical gelateria pointed on your city guide of Florence, and wander through the Renaissance masterpieces dislocated in the city.
Pass By: Duomo - Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Via della Canonica, 1 Piazza del Duomo, 50122, Florence Italy
Piazzale Michelangelo and the Duomo complex are definitely unmissable!
NB If you wish to climb the Duomo and the bell tower, make sure to get your tickets organised in advance, our team is happy to help.
Pass By: Piazzale Michelangelo, Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence, Tuscany
Are you already familiar with che city center and want to get away to the countryside? Make sure you contact us to join a fun Vespa ride through the Tuscan hills. Definitely a must-do!
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 Nights in Florence in our partner centrally located budget accommodation (hostel, b&b, 3*Hotel, guesthouse)
Day 3: PISA & CINQUE TERRE
Stop At: Stazione di Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Piazza della Stazione 1, 50123, Florence Italy
Bright and early meet us again at the Santa Maria Novella Train Station as there is a full busy day ahead of us. Cinque Terre are not quite around the corner but the effort is worth the wait.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Pisa, Pisa, Province of Pisa, Tuscany
We will travel by train as there is no better way to mingle with the locals and learn their life style. The first stop will be Pisa.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piazza dei Miracoli, Piazza del Duomo, 56126, Pisa Italy
Everyone will have some downtime to explore the Square of Miracles, which is home to the beautiful Pisa Cathedral, Baptistery, Campo Santo and the famous Leaning Tower.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Pass By: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza del Duomo Piazza dei Miracoli, 56126, Pisa Italy
Take a beat, relax, or take a bunch of pictures posing with the Leaning Tower before heading to the next destination. We will explore the best of the Cinque Terre or Five Lands: Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza.
Stop At: Cinque Terre, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria
After Pisa we will continue towards the Cinque Terre, famous for their natural beauty, scenic trails, spectacular coast line and sunny beaches. Our first stop will be in Riomaggiore, where after an orientation walk we will stop for an optional light lunch based on local products.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Vernazza, Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria
On a full stomach, we will be heading to Vernazza where you will be free to relax on the beach, sunbathe or take a swim before hopping to our next train to Manarola.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Manarola, Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera, Liguria
Our last village will be the gem of Manarola for amazing and unforgettable photos.
Duration: 50 minutes
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: 3 Nights in Florence in our partner centrally located budget accommodation (hostel, b&b, 3*Hotel, guesthouse)
Day 4: TIME TO SAY GOODBYE IN STYLE - Day trip to Tuscany
Pass By: Italy on a Budget Tours, Via Romana, 132R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy
Check out your accommodation in the morning but feel free to store your bags in our office.
Stop At: Tuscany, Tuscany
Meet the group in the morning and jump on the bus towards the Tuscan countryside located 1h outside of Florence and famous for its wine, olive oil, amazing scenery and beautiful Medieval villages.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Chianti Road, Italy
Taste different types of Tuscan wine by stopping at 2 local wineries located in the stunningly beautiful Chianti Region, including the famous Chianti Classico and Brunello of Montalcino. There will also be extra virgin olive oils, a delicious truffle oil, and 30year old balsamic vinegar for everyone to try. Learn to recognize the different flavors and textures from a passionate, local wine producer. The winemaker will also take everyone on a tour of the vineyards and cellars, and learn the art and dedication behind wine and oil production.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: San Gimignano, San Gimignano, Tuscany
Highlight of the trip is the visit of the historic city of San Gimignano, also known as the Manhattan of Tuscany for its many towers. Spend time wandering through the narrow streets at your own leisure shopping in the local stores and check out the tower filled skyline.This town is home to an award-winning gelateria, so be sure to stop there for a treat!
Back to Florence and the sad goodbye at 5:00pm approx.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
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