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A Week in Tuscany
Trip Valid:
01/01/2007 to 31/12/2007
Duration:
7 days (Florence to Siena)
Highlights:
Uncover masterpieces in Florence, Cycle through Tuscan countryside, Visit a local winery, See the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Explore picture-perfect Siena
Trip Code:
ZST
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 1, Maximum 12
Price:
USD $1030
*(plus local payment EUR €100)
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Extras:
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Witness the magnificent artistry and historic grandeur of Florence, Lucca and Siena as we explore one Italy's most treasured regions. Visit medieval hilltop towns, sprawling vineyards and ancient Roman ruins, all in a memorable week in Tuscany.
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meals included: 4 Breafasts
transport: Train, local bus, bicycle, walking
accommodation:
Hotels (4 nts), private apartments (2 nts)
Please note some accommodation is on a multishare basis and has shared facilities.
budget: Allow EUR €245 for meals not included.
departs: Departs selected Mon
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Days 1-2 Florence
Tuscany's cultural heart bursts with religious treasures and Renaissance masterpieces. A walk takes us through the streets of Florence, down lanes and past many famous sites, including the lofty dome of the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. It is said that out of the 1,000 most important European artists of the second Millennium, a third lived in Florence. With that in mind it is well worth visiting the Uffizi gallery, home to artworks by Botticelli, Caravaggio and Raphael.
Days 3-4 Lucca
With its medieval walls, broad piazzas and old crooked buildings, the town of Lucca oozes Tuscan charm. After settling into our accommodation within the city walls, we head out for a leisurely cycle through the surrounding countryside along the scenic Serchio River. On our return there is the chance to ride on the city walls, a unique way of getting to know the town. The next day we sample local produce including wine, and enjoy free time to discover this Tuscan gem on your own.
Days 5-7 Pisa and Siena
The Leaning Tower seems to defy gravity and our visit enables us to uncover the story behind the oddity. We then take a short train ride south to one of Tuscany's most captivating cities. While its rival Florence bloomed during the Renaissance, Siena's striking architecture is strictly Gothic. Admire the frescoes in the Duomo, take in the lively atmosphere of the Piazza del Campo and catch sweeping views of the surrounding countryside while roaming Siena's meandering streets.
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