The Best of Tuscany in 3 Days

Day 1: WELCOME TO FLORENCE!

1. Italy on a Budget Tours
   3h
   Welcome to Florence! Check in to your accommodation on your preference and spend the day in complete freedom to explore the city, the markets and the monuments of the city. Stop by our office to grab some free city map, book the museums and ask our team some recommendations.
2. Duomo
   Pass by
   Meet your tour leader and the other travellers in the afternoon and get ready for an original and fun way to experience the city at night walking through the city center passing by the famous attractions such as the Duomo Cathedral, Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio.
3. Ponte Vecchio
   Pass by
   Kick then off the evening by stopping a top rated bar for aperitivo in one of the most popular streets of the Florence by night.
   Lots of laughs and stories shared between friends over delicious cocktails and food!
4. Santa Croce
   1h
   End of the tour at the aperitivo place

Day 2: PISA & CINQUE TERRE

1. Stazione di Firenze Santa Maria Novella
   15m
   Bright and early meet us again at the Santa Maria Novella Train Station as there is a full busy day ahead of us. Cinque Terre are not quite around the corner but the effort is worth the wait.
2. Leaning Tower of Pisa
   1h · Admission ticket included
   We will travel by train as there is no better way to mingle with the locals and learn their life style. The first stop will be Pisa.
3. Piazza dei Miracoli
   1h 30m
   Everyone will have some downtime to explore the Square of Miracles, which is home to the beautiful Pisa Cathedral, Baptistery, Campo Santo and the famous Leaning Tower.
4. Pisa
   Pass by
   Take a beat, relax, or take a bunch of pictures posing with the Leaning Tower before heading to the next destination. We will explore the best of the Cinque Terre or Five Lands: Riomaggiore, Manarola and Vernazza.
5. Borgo Storico di Riomaggiore
   1h · Admission ticket included
   After Pisa we will continue towards the Cinque Terre, famous for their natural beauty, scenic trails, spectacular coast line and sunny beaches. Our first stop will be in Riomaggiore, where after an orientation walk we will stop for an optional light lunch based on local products.
6. Vernazza
   1h
   On a full stomach, we will be heading to Vernazza where you will be free to relax on the beach, sunbathe or take a swim before hopping to our next train to Manarola.
7. Manarola
   1h
   Our last village of Cinque Terre will be the gem of Manarola for amazing and unforgettable photos.
8. Florence
   Pass by
   We are back to Florence by 8:00pm

Day 3: Day trip to Tuscany & San Gimignano

1. Pass by
   Check out your accommodation in the morning but feel free to store your bags in our office.
2. Tuscany
   1h
   Meet the group in the morning and jump on the bus towards the Tuscan countryside located 1h outside of Florence and famous for its wine, olive oil, amazing scenery and beautiful Medieval villages.
3. Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana
   3h · Admission ticket included
   Taste different types of Tuscan wine by stopping at 2 local wineries located in the stunningly beautiful Chianti Region, including the famous Chianti Classico and Brunello of Montalcino. There will also be extra virgin olive oils, a delicious truffle oil, and 30year old balsamic vinegar for everyone to try. Learn to recognize the different flavors and textures from a passionate, local wine producer. The winemaker will also take everyone on a tour of the vineyards and cellars, and learn the art and dedication behind wine and oil production.
4. San Gimignano
   1h 30m
   Highlight of the trip is the visit of the historic city of San Gimignano, also known as the Manhattan of Tuscany for its many towers. Spend time wandering through the narrow streets at your own leisure shopping in the local stores and check out the tower filled skyline.This town is home to an award-winning gelateria, so be sure to stop there for a treat!
5. Porta Romana
   Pass by
   Back to Florence and the sad goodbye at 5:00pm approx.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note the order of the activities may change depending on the schedule. Make sure to get in touch with the operator to confirm.
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• In the summer months, 2 villages in Cinque Terre will be visited instead of 3 to allow everyone to relax longer in the villages and take a swim