Designed especially for seniors travelers, this incredible 7-day trip allows you to experience the unrivaled beauty and rich history of Tuscany and Cinque Terre. From the art masterpieces in Florence to the famous Leaning Tower in Pisa, discover the best locations in Tuscany before exploring the gorgeous Cinque Terre area. Private tours and experiences in each stunning town immerse you in the fabled lifestyle and culture of this idyllic destination.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Florence – Evening Walking Tour
Tuscany and Cinque Terre are known for their beauty and history and are the ideal destination for a luxury tour of Italy. Your 7-day journey will begin when you land in Florence. A private driver will transfer you to your luxurious hotel in the heart of the city. After having some time to relax and settle in, your guide will lead you on a private walking tour of the city. The roads will be illuminated under the night sky as you begin to walk around with your guide. One of the first places you will visit will be the Florence Cathedral. As your tour continues, you will eventually arrive at the famous Ponte Vecchio. Once your tour concludes, you can indulge in a sweet gelato before returning to your hotel for the night.
What's Included:
Day 2
Florence – Uffizi and Accademia Galleries
Day 3
Lucca – Wine Tasting in San Gimignano
Day 4
Lucca – The Highlights of Pisa
Day 5
Riomaggiore – Riomaggiore and Manarola
Day 6
Monterosso al Mare – Boat Tour with Lunch
Day 7
Monterosso al Mare – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Traverse Ponte Vecchio, which is one of Florence’s oldest and well-known bridges, and admire the beautiful goods on display
- Visit the Accademia Gallery, which is known for its collection of Renaissance art
- Taste the delectable wines of Tuscany during a private tasting in San Gimignano
- Enjoy two nights in Lucca, which is an ancient city that is full of gorgeous views and historic buildings
- Witness the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa’s, which is the city’s most famous attraction
- Explore the sights of Riomaggiore, which is the southernmost town of Cinque Terre, including the age-old Castle of Riomaggiore
- Discover the cliffside towns and breathtaking landscapes of Cinque Terre during a relaxing boat ride through the area
Detailed Description
The rolling hills of Tuscany and cliffside landscapes of Cinque Terre will beckon you to explore the best cities and towns during this 7-day vacation. Your journey will begin when you land in Florence, where you will set out for a private walking tour. Your guide will take you to some of the city’s main attractions, including Ponte Vecchio. The following morning, you will continue your exploration of Florence with visits to the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries.
As the sun rises the next day, you will transfer to your next destination of Lucca. During your scenic ride, you will stop in the delightful town of San Gimignano for a private wine tasting. Once your tour concludes, you will continue to the city of Lucca. The next morning, you will set out for an excursion to the captivating city of Pisa. During your tour, you will discover all of Pisa’s main attractions, especially the famous Leaning Tower.
With a warm cappuccino in hand, you will then transfer the next morning to Riomaggiore, which is the southernmost town of Cinque Terre. Upon your arrival, you can explore the best sights in Riomaggiore and the neighboring town of Manarola. Ancient castles and age-old buildings can be found around every corner, and by the end of your tour, you will feel immersed in the history and culture of the area.
The next day, you will venture to the northernmost town of Cinque Terre, Monterosso al Mare. A short time later, you will set out on an indulgent private boat ride. During the relaxing ride, you will pass by the remaining towns of Cinque Terre: Vernazza and Corniglia. The next morning, a private transfer will lead you to Pisa International Airport for your flight home.
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 5848 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.
