Indulge in the beauty of rolling hills and iconic rows of cypress trees that lead to charming medieval towns during this custom-tailored 7-day Tuscany tour. Whether sampling the remarkable flavors of local wines or basking in spectacular views, you will travel away from the trodden path to immerse yourself in authentic towns, unique traditions, and customary flavors that have been preserved through time.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Siena – Culinary Introduction to Tuscany
Your flight will land at Florence Peretola International Airport, where your private transfer will meet you upon your arrival. You will arrive in Siena with time to settle into the comforts of your luxurious accommodation. The 12th-century tower of Torre del Mangia reaches nearly 289 feet tall and looms over the main square of Piazza del Campo. You can visit a traditional garden, where the residents tend to vegetables, goats, geese, and chickens. Here, the chefs create traditional local cuisine using only local and seasonal flavors, providing you with a fabulous introduction.
What's Included:
Day 2
Siena – Enjoy Art and Medieval Towns
Day 3
Siena – Murlo, Arezzo, and Val di Chiana Aretina
Day 4
Siena – The Coastal Wine and Olive Oil Route
Day 5
Siena – Monticchiello, Pitigliano, and Sorano
Day 6
Florence – Off-the-Beaten-Path Tour of Florence
Day 7
Florence – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Embrace the gorgeous flavors of traditional Chianti Classico when sampling wines around the medieval town of Montefioralle
- Discover the marvels of Florence from a different perspective and uncover the hidden gems of the city
- Uncover Etruscan artifacts when visiting the Val di Chiana Aretina
- Sample the marvelous wines known as Super Tuscans in the hilltop town of Bolgheri
- Bask in the beautiful canals and charming café culture of the seaside town of Livorno
- Embrace the marvelous and historic tastes of a Jewish dessert known as sfratto dei goym
- Witness the striking plays of the Teatro Povero when visiting the town of Monticchiello
Detailed Description
You will have an immersive experience during this 7-day Tuscany tour. This off-the-beaten-path adventure provides you with luxury, specialist guides, and private drivers. Tuscany possesses an abundance of hidden gems that are often overlooked for the more famous destinations. Traveling away from the known cities and worn paths will provide you with pleasant surprises, such as authentic cuisine, cobblestone lanes that have remained unchanged since medieval times, unique canals, and natural wine cellars.
Your Tuscany tour will begin with your arrival at Florence’s international Airport, where your private transfer will escort you to the city of Siena. You will have time to get acquainted with the medieval city before embarking on an introductory tour that will lead you to a dinner of delicious fare. You will have five nights in the city, and you will use it as a base to explore the larger variety of Tuscany’s landscape and culture. Your private driver will lead you to old towns near the edges of Florence to find incredible artwork and heritage that has been hidden in the shadows of Tuscany’s capital. In the hilltop town of Montefioralle, you can wander along the cobblestone paths and sample the incredible flavors of Chianti Classico.
The following day, you will find the pre-Roman history of Tuscany on display beneath the medieval foundations of the towns of Murlo and Arezzo. Spending time on the Etruscan Coast will take you from Livorno to Piombino, where you can sample the elegant flavors of Super Tuscans and savor the distinctive flavors of local olive oils.
The medieval towns of Monticchiello, Pitigliano, and Sorano will offer unique insights into the culture and history of Tuscany, ranging from a historic theater to a unique Jewish heritage. You will then transfer to Florence, where a private tour of the city will reveal art and culture outside of the famous museums.
Starting Price
$3,200 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5838 reviews.
Zicasso’s travel company was wonderful in planning our trip on short notice and in line with our requests and preferences. Their suggestions of what to do and where to stay were perfect. And when we accidentally got off on the wrong island, the travel company quickly got us new ferry tickets to get to the right place. It was all seamless.
Reviewed By Sherry G.
This trip was the greatest week of our lives! Everything planned was better than I could have imagined. The private drivers being coordinated behind the scenes made the trip so easy and removed all the stress of trying to navigate a new country. Every driver and our tour guide was so nice and I feel like we made friends with all of them.
My favorite part of the trip was definitely the cooking classes and that every tour was private and intimate for my wife and I. The connections Zicasso’s travel agent hooked us up with made the trip the most memorable experience. Our travel agent and the travel company took special care of all the tiny details of the trip; our hotel knew it was my birthday and had a special surprise for me! I’m beyond thankful for the perfect honeymoon they provided my wife and I.
Reviewed By Branson S.
The accommodations and private tours were worth the extra money. Our drivers were professional and helpful.
Reviewed By Claudia R.
The overall trip was great. The weather was terrific and the countries we visited had so much to see. Zicasso's tour company did a good job of balancing relaxation with fun. Each of the guides we had was so pleasant and shared so much information with us. They were very attentive to our needs.
Reviewed By Nisha V.
Wow, where to begin. This trip was an absolute dream.
When I first spoke to Zicasso’s travel consultant, I told her my main travel concern: traveling with nine- and 15-year-old boys as a single mom in Italy. I was excited to take the trip with them, but I really needed something that was meticulously planned to take away the nerves of having to navigate alone with two kids. She listened and executed the most beautiful trip.
She planned activities that captured the attention and imagination of a fourth grader and a teenager. And the experiences were unique. Probably the highlight of the trip was a truffle hunt with the hunter and his dog in the countryside outside of Florence. My oldest wants to move to Florence and start hunting! We had a personalized cooking class, a private Vespa tour of Rome, and a delicious and informative art and food tour, among other amazing experiences. As we were sending photos back home, I got so many requests for our itinerary because it was so special and unique. Both boys were hard-pressed to choose which part they liked best.
The hotels she selected were beautiful, comfortable, and right in the heart of the cities and attractions we wanted to see. When we encountered a small hiccup (by our hotel, not our travel agent), I contacted her and she responded right away, getting us a free room upgrade and free dinner! We felt very taken care of.
Aside from the amazing activities and locations we saw, the trip was fantastic because everything was so seamless. We always had a private driver arranged, pre-booked train tickets, and even someone to make sure we made it on time for our flight home. I never had to worry about a thing. It was also telling that every tour guide we interacted with had only glowing things to say about our travel agent and her keen attention to detail and organization.
If you're planning on visiting Italy, this travel company is the travel agency you need to select. It takes any of the stress and guesswork out of the travel process, and all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Thank you so much! You helped us make some amazing memories!
Stephanie
Reviewed By Stephanie S.
This was possibly the best vacation we have ever taken. A fitting trip to mark our 25th anniversary, we will remember our days in Positano and Sorrento forever. Everything was perfect and the service and support were extraordinary.
Zicasso's travel specialist and the other people were always super-helpful and friendly. The hotels they chose for us in particular were exactly what we wanted. I can’t think of a single issue. Transport, transfers, etc., were perfect. The only bad part was that we had to return to normal life afterwards! We highly recommend our travel company to anyone! Grazie mille!
Reviewed By Mauro A.
