Discover the beauty, history, and idyllic atmosphere of Tuscany and Cinque Terre during this immersive 8-day vacation. From Renaissance art to medieval towns and Italy’s mouthwatering cuisine, indulge in all this amazing area has to offer. Journey through the medieval town center of San Gimignano, explore the enchanting town of Pisa, and uncover the history of Siena.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Florence – Visit the Florence Cathedral
Your journey will begin when you land at Florence International Airport. A private transfer will greet and transfer you to your luxurious accommodation in the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, you will have some time to settle in and spend at your leisure. In the evening, you will indulge in an evening tour of the Florence Cathedral. The church will be beautifully illuminated under the night sky as you begin to tour with your guide. This introductory tour will immerse you in the history of the city.
What's Included:
Day 2
Florence – Amazing Renaissance Art
Day 3
Siena – Visit Piazza del Campo and Siena Cathedral
Day 4
Lucca – Discover San Gimignano
Day 5
Lucca – The Captivating City of Pisa
Day 6
Riomaggiore – Riomaggiore and Manarola
Day 7
Riomaggiore – Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso al Mare
Day 8
Riomaggiore – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Visit the beautiful Florence Cathedral and admire its intricate marble design
- Witness the stunning works of art in the Accademia Gallery, which will transport you back in time to the Renaissance
- Uncover the history of Siena and a city that is filled with historical buildings
- Journey through the medieval town center of San Gimignano and admire its history
- Discover the amazing city of Pisa and explore the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Enjoy two nights in Riomaggiore, which is the southernmost town of Cinque Terre
- Marvel at the Castle of Riomaggiore, which is an ancient castle that dates back to the 13th century
- Admire the panoramic sea views from Monterosso al Mare in Cinque Terre
Detailed Description
Tuscany and Cinque Terre are among the most beautiful places in all of Italy. Your journey to discover the best cities and towns in the area will begin when you land at Florence International Airport. Your first activity in the city will come in the form of an evening tour of the Florence Cathedral. The next morning, you will explore the art of Florence with visits to the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries. The following day, you will travel to your next Tuscan destination of Siena, where a tour of Piazza del Campo will immerse you in the culture and history of the city.
As the sun rises over Siena the next morning, you will begin the scenic ride to your next destination of Lucca. Along the way, you will stop in the charming town of San Gimignano to explore. Once your tour concludes, you will continue your ride through the region and arrive in Lucca. The next day, you will enjoy an excursion to the delightful city of Pisa.
You will then set your sights on the beautiful Cinque Terre region. Gorgeous landscapes will surround you as you traverse the winding roads en route to Riomaggiore. When you arrive, your guide will lead you on an afternoon tour of Riomaggiore and Manarola. The next day, you will explore the final three towns of Cinque Terre: Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso al Mare. As the day winds down, you will return to Riomaggiore for the final evening of your trip.
Starting Price
$3,600 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 5841 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.
