WALK & DISCOVER
Tuscany
Florence • Lucca • Pisa • Chianti • Siena • San Gimignano • Monteriggioni
Walk & Discover: Florence & Tuscany Experience the very heart and soul of Italy through the exquisite majesty of Florence, the picturesque Tuscan countryside, medieval hilltop towns, fine food and wine and scenic walks to soak up the quintessential Italian atmosphere.
Your itinerary DAY 1 – Arrival in Florence Arrive at the airport for your flight to Pisa and transfer to your hotel. DAY 2 – Walk: Florence Duration: 3 hours (3.5 to 4.5 miles) / Altitude gain: 500 feet / Terrain: urban Today we discover Oltrarno, a charming and less-explored side of Florence south of the Arno River. We cross the Ponte Vecchio, the landmark bridge, and walk through the remarkably preserved medieval quarter of San Niccolò.
Florence
We begin our gentle ascent up the hills, passing elegant villas with olive gardens. Before long we reach Piazzale Michelangelo, with panoramic views of Florence and continue along a cypresslined street to the splendid church of San Miniato al Monte.
San Gimignano
Our descent takes us through leafy streets to Porta Romana, the bestpreserved gate of the city’s ancient walls to the historic centre then veer off the beaten path to Oltrarno where we end today’s walk. Perhaps visit the magnificent Pitti Palace and resplendent Boboli Gardens. Or return to the old town centre to visit the Uffizi gallery. We recommend that you purchase tickets in advance – for details, visit the official Uffizi website. (B) + Included Experience – Guided walk of Oltrarno
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Siena Cathedral
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