Immersive Couple’s Tour of Tuscany and Cinque Terre

What to expect on this itinerary
This 9-day couples trip to Italy’s Tuscany and Cinque Terre regions is a discovery of rich history and natural beauty. Experience the culture, history, and cuisine of Italy in addition to the iconic la dolce vita during this unforgettable couple’s vacation. Indulge in a private wine tasting in the Chianti region, explore the idyllic haven of Cinque Terre, and enjoy private time on some of Italy’s most pristine beaches.
Customizable Itinerary
Florence – Tour of Florence Cathedral
Your 9-day journey will begin when you land at Florence International Airport. A private driver will greet and transfer you to your luxurious accommodation. After having some time to relax and settle in to your new surroundings, your guide will lead you on a private tour of the Florence Cathedral. The colorful marble of the Cathedral will be a fascinating sight, and you will begin to learn about the intriguing history of the church from your guide. Once your tour concludes, you will be free to explore more of Florence at your own pace.
What's Included:
Florence – Art of the Renaissance
Siena – Wine Tasting in Chianti
Lucca – Walking Tour of Highlights
Lucca – The Enchanting City of Pisa
Riomaggiore – Cinque Terre and Sunset Dinner
Riomaggiore – Manarola, Corniglia, and Vernazza
Monterosso al Mare – Relax on Pristine Beaches
Monterosso al Mare – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Explore the Florence Cathedral to admire its colorful frescoes and impressive dome
- Witness Michelangelo’s masterpiece statue of David during an engaging visit to the Accademia Gallery in Florence
- Taste the delectable wines of Chianti during a private tasting for two at a traditional winery
- Enjoy one night in the beautiful city of Siena, which is known for its historic buildings and unparalleled landscapes
- Ascend to the top of Guinigi Tower to enjoy the sweeping views and rooftop garden
- Visit the Square of Miracles and climb the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Indulge in a delicious sunset dinner for two in Riomaggiore, one of the five towns of Cinque Terre
- Delight in clifftop views and a wonderful atmosphere in Manarola
- Relax at one of the idyllic beaches of Monterosso al Mare, the northernmost town of Cinque Terre
Detailed Description
The beautiful landscapes of Tuscany and Cinque Terre provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable couple’s vacation. Your 9-day journey will begin when you land in Florence. Your first taste of the city will come in the form of a private tour of the gorgeous Florence Cathedral. The following day, you will explore Florence with visits to the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries. At these galleries, art masterpieces can be found around every turn. After your final evening in Florence, you will depart the next morning for Siena.
During your journey through the winding roads of Tuscany, the delightful area of Chianti will be the perfect place to visit one of the area’s premier wineries. At the winery, you can enjoy a private tour and tasting. The next day, you will transfer to Lucca, where your guide will lead you on an immersive walking tour. The Lucca Cathedral and ancient Guinigi Tower will be just two of the places that you will see. As the sun rises the next morning, you will set out for an excursion to the charming city of Pisa. In Pisa, you will visit the city’s iconic sites.
As another morning begins in Lucca, you will transfer to the idyllic Cinque Terre area. After an enjoyable ride, you will arrive in Riomaggiore, which is the southernmost town of Cinque Terre. Here, you will explore the town’s highlights with a local guide before indulging in a delicious dinner for two. The next day, you will uncover more of Cinque Terre with tours of Manarola, Corniglia, and Vernazza. From the impressive churches to the ancient castles, you will enjoy every minute of your visit to this picturesque region. The following morning, you will venture to Monterosso al Mare, which will be your final destination. After an engaging tour and having time at one of the town’s pristine beaches, you will have nearly concluded your Italy tour. The next day, you will head home hand after a private transfer leads you to Pisa International Airport.
Starting Price
$4,100 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.
Verified Traveler Reviews
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Zicasso’s travel company did such a great job putting the trip together. I was charged for an extra night at our hotel in Paris, but they are refunding that and the Cairo portion of the trip we had to cancel.
Our Paris tour guide was great and I’d recommend her to anyone. Our Rome tour guides were very good. Hong Kong was fine. Our Tokyo guide was wonderful.
Really, the only hiccup on the trip was our hotel in Hong Kong. The company that picked us up dropped us at one hotel, not the correct one. Thankfully, a couple of their bellhops walked us and all our luggage several blocks to the correct hotel. Our tour guide the next day also went to the wrong hotel, but we only lost about 45 minutes before we figured out the issue. If you use that hotel again, please make sure folks know which hotel is which.
The "Fast and Furious" car experience was OK; however, my grandson was so tired he slept through most of it. The chopstick-making was fun, as was the glass-blowing experience.
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Our honeymoon trip to Italy, planned by Zicasso’s travel company, was the perfect trip in every way. From the time we landed in Rome and were greeted by our driver to the time we left Venice 12 days later, every detail was taken care of. The guides, tours, accommodations, restaurant recommendations, and travel transfers were expertly executed, so we didn't have to worry about anything except having the time of our lives!
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The trip was amazing and the tours and hotels were great. We enjoyed every minute.
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I really liked the hotels and the Airbnb we were booked in. The breakfasts were lovely, and the staff was even lovelier. Also, I appreciated that we started our trip in a smaller place before we tackled the bigger cities. The excursions were nicely spaced out and we really enjoyed our start-of-the-season boat cruise, as well as the final market tour.
Our drivers were either early or on time, and our “long-haul” driver for two of our trips was great. He and my husband really hit it off.
I really appreciated that staff members were available when we needed them (even on the weekends and even when we were the ones who showed up in the wrong spot).
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Zicasso’s travel specialist made this our best trip ever. She was communicative and accommodating, as well as always available for our questions. Every tour and every guide was exceptional. Their ability to communicate their enthusiasm and passion was jaw-dropping. We came back each day with our mouths dropped by the amount of information and the fun we had. Each hotel the travel specialist picked for us was great, offering the best locations and caring, accommodating staff. She was a lovely and genuine person.
One of the highlights was our cooking class with a chef. This does not diminish each tour guide; they were perfect. Also, she arranged private transport that made our trip a breeze from beginning to end. Especially cool was the taxi in Venice! Thank you, to our travel specialist and Zicasso, for an amazing vacation. Oh, the wine and olive oil were perfection. Highly recommend!
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Our travel company and Zicasso were truly excellent trip resources and designers of our two-week vacation to Greece. They arranged every detail. We had transportation prearranged, lodging that was extraordinary, and food that was unforgettable.
Our guides for various day tours in each location were phenomenal. They were never rushed and seemed to give us limitless time. They made arrangements for us that were not part of their paid services, just because they were so welcoming. The guides were all graduates of universities who had completed months of additional studies to become certified as guides. We learned so much from our trip about the places, but also about the culture and what it's like to actually live in Greece. Bravo!
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