Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
This excursion from the port of La Spezia is perfect for families and active adults wanting a shorter touring day with minimal driving. The walled city of Lucca has something for everyone -- amazing architectural points of interest (most notably the ancient wall that still surrounds the city, transformed into a beautiful pedestrian green space), great shopping, excellent food, pretty piazzas, a botanical garden, fascinating history.
In the nearby wine region of Montecarlo, wines of excellent quality are produced. You have the option of adding a wine tasting at a family-run winery (additional cost to be paid on the spot, directly to the winery). The tasting includes five wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, rosé, red IGT blend, and Vin Santo) plus an ample assortment of snacks.
What's included
Private transportation
English-speaking driver who will give commentaries while traveling (cannot accompany you on foot).
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
The wine tasting (5 wines + snacks) is an optional and additional expense, to be arranged in advance and paid on the spot, directly to the winery (30 Euro pp)
What to expect
Lucca
5h
After a 1-hour drive from La Spezia, we'll arrive in Lucca.
The beautiful walled city of Lucca has something for everyone. Besides being very elegant (to rival Florence in its handsomeness), the town is full of chic boutiques, great restaurants, and awesome gelato. The massive fortification wall that still completely encircles the city is in perfect condition and has been transformed into a tranquil pedestrian greenspace, which makes Lucca idea for families and active adults. You can rent bikes and cruise the wall or simply stroll or sit in the shade of the big trees. There are also many architectural points of interest, such as Piazza dell'Amphiteatro (built on the site of a Roman stadium, the remains of which are still visible) and Palazzo Pfanner (a historic dwelling with a formal garden).
Azienda Agricola Enzo Carmignani
3h
If you choose the wine-tasting option, we'll take a pleasant, twenty-five-minute drive through the Tuscan countryside to arrive at Fattoria Carmignani, a small, family-run winery in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region. After a brief tour of the property, you will sit down to enjoy an assortment of local products (cured meats, cheeses, etc) and a guided tasting of several of the estate's wines.
The cost of the optional wine tasting is NOT included in the rate. You’ll pay for that on the spot, if you opt for it (should be arranged in advance).
The drive back to port takes about an hour.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
You must TAKE THE SHUTTLE from the ship to the area where private drivers are waiting outside the port (a short drive). Your driver will be there holding a sign with your name on it.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Car seats for infants and small children are available upon request, as well as boosters.
Wheelchairs and scooters must be collapsible.
The cost of the optional wine tasting (5 wines + snacks, 30 Euro pp) is NOT included in the rate. You’ll pay for that on the spot, if you opt for it (should be arranged in advance).
Minors are allowed at the winery. Children/youths 5-15 pay a reduced rate. No charge for children 4 and under.
Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
