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Treasures of Tuscany Drinks-Inclusive by Express Coach

Treasures of Tuscany Drinks-Inclusive by Express Coach

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Treasures of Tuscany Drinks-Inclusive by Express Coach

9 Days Starting and ending in Italy

Visiting: Italy, Marina di Massa, Pisa, Elba, Florence, Cinque Terre, Lucca

Tour operator:

Shearings

Tour code:

ttdi

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium, Low

Age range:

8-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

From:

$1128 (USD)

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NB: Prices correct on 16-May-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Explore the beautiful Tuscan coastline, countryside and cities and discover what makes this region of Italy so popular. Tuscany is renowned as the birthplace of the Renaissance and is bursting with art and architecture. Discover the delights of Florence with it's impressive Duomo, the charms of Pisa with its iconic leaning tower and the colourful fishing villages of the Cinque Terre.

Highlights

Explore the beautiful Tuscan coastline, countryside and cities and discover what makes this region of Italy so popular
Tuscany is renowned as the birthplace of the Renaissance and is bursting with art and architecture
Discover the delights of Florence with it's impressive Duomo, the charms of Pisa with its iconic leaning tower and the colourful fishing villages of the Cinque Terre.

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Itinerary

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Day 1 : Travel Towards Italy

Location: Italy

Accommodation: Overnight coach journey

Meals Included: No Meals

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then travel by Express Coach overnight towards Italy.

Day 2 : Arrive Marina Di Massa

Location: Marina di Massa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Dinner

We reach Marina di Massa, where we spend the next six nights.

Day 3 : Pisa

Location: Pisa

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Discover the wonderful city of Pisa, known throughout the world for its astounding leaning tower. However, there’s much more available in this city, which is equally as well-known for its amazing architecture and artistic atmosphere.

We will be able to explore the city at leisure, seeing attractions such as the Church of Santa Maria della Spina, the Campo Santo, St. Francis' church and the Palazzo Della Carovana.

Day 4 : Isle Of Elba

Location: Elba

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, we enjoy a boat ride to the beautiful Isle of Elba, which is situated off the Tuscan coast.

It's the third largest of Italy’s islands and is home to beautiful, unspoilt and rugged scenery with stunning beaches and a pleasant Mediterranean climate to be found there.

Elba is renowned for its clear, blue sea and beautiful beaches. It’s also famous around the world for harbouring the French Emperor Napoleon in 1814 during his exile.

You will find remnants of its glorious past, from the archaeological findings in its museums to the impressive fortresses and military constructions. This is truly one of Tuscany's most unique destinations.

Day 5 : Florence

Location: Florence

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Florence is the capital of Tuscany in Italy and is a wonderful city, with amazing architecture and a huge number of historical sights.

With something for everyone, this excursion to Florence is sure to make for an enjoyable day out. For instance, while at leisure in the city, you can choose to see such sights as the Piazza della Signoria where the Fountain of Neptune is located, as well as a replica of Michelangelo’s David statue - the original is housed within the Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence.

There’s also the gothic Florence Cathedral, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Archeological Museum, the Museum of the History of Science, and many other sights.

Day 6 : *Cinque Terre

Location: Cinque Terre

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Our optional visit explores the beautiful Cinque Terre, which is made up of five colourful fishing villages and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Connected by a railway line which cuts through the hillside and clings to the cliffs, they offer an insight into the unspoilt Italy of days gone by.

*Please note: this excursion involves lots of walking, hilly terrain and steps.

Day 7 : Lucca

Location: Lucca

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Scandinavia

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Today, you can join us for an optional excursion to Lucca, a city with a long history which goes back to Etruscan and Ancient Roman times.

The city contains marvellous architecture, with Lucca’s defensive walls having been designed by Leonardo Da Vinci.

The area of most interest to visitors is still enclosed within these walls, which have never been breached.

In Lucca, we will find lovely churches with old architecture, such as St Martin's Cathedral, San Michele in Foro and the Basilica di San Frediano, as well as an ancient Roman amphitheatre and the National Museum of Villa Guinigi.

Day 8 : Travelling North Through France

Location: Marina di Massa

Accommodation: Overnight coach journey

Meals Included: Breakfast

We begin our journey through the night, travelling north through France.

Day 9 : Return Home

Location: Italy

Meals Included: No Meals

Return home.

What's Included

Accommodation

As detailed in the itinerary
Additional Services

Travel from a wide range of joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
Meals

As detailed in the itinerary
Transport

Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
Porterage at Hotels

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
Insurance

Accommodation

You will stay for six nights at the 3-star Hotel Scandinavia in Marina di Massa.

The hotel enjoys a central location in this popular coastal town.

Check out our Q&As

Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

As detailed in the itinerary
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

No
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

You can be assured of a high level of service and reliability from our expert-trained coach crews, who will be on hand to assist and escort you along the way
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

Low
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full. Hand luggage should be stored in the overhead racks aboard the coach.

Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Yes
Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

Yes
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

Yes, 8 years or above

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Dates & Availability

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Saturday - Sunday

Aug 24, 2024 - Sep 01, 2024

$1179 (USD)