Tuscany is brimming with secluded valleys, magnificent rolling hills and majestic medieval villages boasting bustling restaurants, piazzas and ancient narrow cobble-stoned streets. Its rich landascape is complemented by towns overflowing with Reinassance art and architecture. Proud of its olive oil, there’s acclaimed gastronomy and, perhaps the best-know wine area, Chianti, is stunningly beautiful with gentle hills clocked by olive groves and vineyards and ancient castles and grand palazzi which have been magnificently restored as impressive hotels.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Florence: a living city with an eclectic cultural life that embraces opera, classical music and contemporary art. Also known as the cradle of the Renaissance, is one of Europe’s great art cities.
Pisa: one of Italy’s most visited cities, a vibrant college town, home of the world famous Leaning Tower, a unique masterpiece located in Piazza dei Miracoli, accompanied by the Cathedral and the Baptistery. Learn about its peculiar history and discover Pisa and its marvellous artistic attractions.
Siena: one of the best preserved medieval towns in Italy, honouring the Gothic architecture with its one of a kind main square, Piazza del Campo.
Chianti: a unique landscape, which has always been considered the heart of Tuscany, and which is famous all over the world for its renowned wines.
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4.4
Our week-long adventure through beautiful landscapes was both memorable and enriching for the whole family. Exploring renowned cities and charming villages was a breeze with our rental car, allowing us to stop wherever we fancied along the winding roads. We found our accommodations comfortable, particularly a cozy spot in a quaint village that made us feel truly immersed in the local culture. One small hiccup was a bit of confusion with the GPS, which led us on an unexpected detour, but it ultimately added to our experience. Overall, we cherished the mix of history and scenery, making countless family memories in this stunning region.
4.4
Driving through the rolling hills of Chianti was the highlight of my trip, especially as I took in the sunset over the vineyards while sipping a glass of local wine.