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Tuscany: Florence San Gimignano & Pisa

Tuscany: Florence San Gimignano & Pisa, a rail journey with Vacations By Rail

Experience the essence of Tuscany's celebrated medieval towns and Renaissance cities from the historic spa town of Montecatini Terme.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Montecatini Terme

    Meeting up in Montecatini Terme

    Arrive at the base hotel in Montecatini Terme for the next seven nights. Meet the Tour Manager and group before dinner at the hotel.

    Meals: Dinner

  2. Day 2overnight: Montecatini Terme

    Exploring Montecatini Terme at leisure

    A free day to explore Montecatini Terme independently, including the 18th-century Terme Tettuccio spa complex and the historic quarter of Montecatini Alto, reachable by funicular.

    Meals: Breakfast

  3. Day 3railovernight: Montecatini Terme

    A day in Florence, the 'Jewel of the Renaissance'

    Travel by rail to Florence for a guided tour of the Duomo, Santa Maria Novella Church and the Ponte Vecchio. Afternoon free to explore at leisure. Return by train for dinner at the hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  4. Day 4railovernight: Montecatini Terme

    Discovering Lucca and visiting Pisa's Field of Miracles

    Rail to the walled city of Lucca for two hours of free exploration, with an included option to hire a bicycle to ride the ancient ramparts, followed by a three-course lunch. Continue by rail to Pisa to tour the Field of Miracles, including the Leaning Tower.

    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  5. Day 5overnight: Montecatini Terme

    San Gimignano and dinner at Tenuta Torciano

    Coach excursion to the medieval hill town of San Gimignano, known for its towers, with free time to explore. Later, visit the Tenuta Torciano estate for a vineyard and cellar tour followed by dinner paired with estate wines.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  6. Day 6railovernight: Montecatini Terme

    Exploring Montecatini Terme or beyond at leisure

    A free day to further explore Montecatini Terme and Montecatini Alto, or use the frequent rail service to visit Viareggio, Bologna, Florence or Lucca.

    Meals: Breakfast

  7. Day 7overnight: Montecatini Terme

    Discovering charismatic Siena

    Drive to Siena for a guided tour starting at the Santa Barbara Fortress, past the Duomo, and ending at the Piazza del Campo, home of the Palio horse races. Final dinner in Tuscany this evening.

    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

  8. Day 8

    Homeward bound

    After breakfast, check out of the hotel to continue travels in Italy or make your way home.

    Meals: Breakfast

Included

  • Expertise of a Tour Manager from start to finish
  • 7 nights' 4-Star hotel accommodation
  • Standard Class rail travel on local rail networks
  • All rail and coach travel throughout your tour
  • Breakfast each day, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
  • All guided tours and excursions
  • Optional bicycle hire (single, tandem or four-seater) included in Lucca

Not included

  • Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged
  • Flights and Airport transfers not included

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