This day excursion is designed for those who wish to focus on the best sites in Florence and enjoy a day without having to rush.
You will be greeted at the Port of La Spezia*. by our driver, and make your way to the most famous city in Tuscany, Florence! Here you can explore the Church of Santa Croce, the Duomo and Baptistery, the Ponte Vecchio, the Pitti Palace, and the Uffizi Gallery, rich in unique artworks and masterpieces from the Reinessance period, prior to lunch. Moving on, you will stop at the Accademia, which houses Michelangelo’s famous sculpture of David, among many other masterpieces which belonged to the powerful Medici family. After the Accademia, it will be time to head back to the port to board your ship.
We can also offer you a private licensed guide for the day to meet you in Florence for a walking that lasts min 4 hours. For rates, please contact us.
Please book your tickets for Accademia yourself for 11.30 am. BUT If you want to visit both Museums, Accademia and Uffizi, then book Uffizi for 11:30 am and Accademia for 2 pm. (We highly recommend you to visit only Accademia Museum in Florence).
Best option is to call them and book the tickets directly over the phone: 011 39 055 294883 or book online.
Please note that the Accademia and the Uffizi museum are closed on Mondays!
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This day excursion is designed for those who wish to enjoy the highlights of the Tuscan Riviera, Pisa and savor some excellent Tuscan wine.
You will be greeted at the Port of La Spezia* and will make your way south along the Coastline to your first stop: Viareggio. Seaside resort famous for its Carnival Parade since 1873, which is held between February and March. Here you can walk along the sandy beach and admire the sea before you or do some shopping in designer boutiques.
After Viareggio it will be time to head to Pisa, where you can stroll around Piazza dei Miracoli, which includes the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Campo Santo, and of course the Leaning Tower. Due to the time allowed on shore and the traveling distance involved, we suggest you don’t climb the leaning tower, so you have enough time to enjoy the rest of your day without haste.
After a morning of sightseeing, it will be time to enjoy a light lunch and wine tasting in one of the best wineries of the area. Prices for wine tasting range from Euros 35 to 40 per person, depending on the wine selection and availability for the day.
Please note: Wine Tastings and tours of the individual wineries are not included in our fees.
Our services are completely flexible, so if you really wish to climb the Leaning Tower, then you should consider skipping your visit to Viareggio. In this case then you should book the leaning tower at 12 pm. You can book your tickets at: http://www.opapisa.it/en/tickets/buy/.
In case you would like a different experience in alternative to Viareggio or Pisa, then you can consider the Medieval Town of Pietrasanta. The town is also known as the City of Artists because of the many artists who have chosen it as their permanent residence and whose work can be admired in the many studios and exhibits in town. A pleasant stroll around the main square will allow you to enjoy the art galleries, cafes, and the beautiful Church of San Martino.
Please, make sure to let us know if you choose one of the the two different options mentioned above.
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This day very exclusive excursion is designed for those who wish to enjoy the best and most exclusive countryside of Tuscany.
After you are greeted at the port you will make your way to the enchanting city of Volterra. Today one of the most famous towns in the region of Tuscany, built high on the rolling hills, where you can find an marvelous view and enchanting sites in the city, from the ancient Romans theater to Piazza dei Priori, where Andrea Bocelli performed more then 20 years ago. After spending the morning here, your driver will take you to the town of Lajatico.
Here you will explore Andrea Bocelli’s wonderful Teatro del Silenzio (Theater of Silence) and of course the glorious Bocelli family Farm House situated among the rolling Tuscan hills where Bocelli’s family has lived for generations. You will have the unique opportunity to explore the family vineyards which stretch across the stunning Bocelli estate. The family have been producing fine white and red wines here for a number of years with Bocelli’s brother Alberto at the forefront of the production process. You will of course have the opportunity to indulge a little and sample three fabulous bottles during the complimentary wine tasting.
When ready your English speaking driver will chauffeur you to nearby traditional Italian restaurant La Vallata where you will enjoy a little memorable Tuscan cuisine. The owners of this charming dining establishment work alongside the Bocelli family. You will be able to sample a selection of Tuscan specialties and of course a glass of regional wine, divine desserts and traditional Italian coffee.
On the way back to the port you will have time to stop in in Pisa for you to complete your day with a view of the leaning tower and the magnificent square of Miracles.
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This day excursion is designed for those who wish to enjoy the highlights of FLORENCE at your own pace, we can arrange an around transfer from port of La Spezia and back.
In a comfortable vehicle your driver will meet you at the port and will take you directly to Florence city center. You can then enjoy the city on your own, explore all the main sites and everything that it has to offer such Church of Santa Croce, the Duomo and Baptistery, the Ponte Vecchio, the Pitti Palace, Accademia or Uffizi. Your driver will set at meeting place and time for you to meet him for your transfer back to the port in the afternoon.
* We can also offer you a private licensed guide for the day to meet you in Florence for a walking that lasts min 4 hours. For rates please contact us.
** Please note this is only Transfer from the port to the city and back to the port again in the afternoon.
Please book your tickets for Uffizi and Accademia yourself, best option is to call them and book the tickets directly over the phone: 011 39 055 294883
Please note that the Accademia and the Uffizi museum are closed on Mondays!
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This day is to explore the northern part of Tuscany visiting the town of Lucca and the coast of Tuscany.
After you are greeted at the port by your English speaking driver, you will make your way via the countryside to the lovely town of Lucca. The walled city is home to many beautiful churches, palaces and piazzas The home of composer Puccini is located in the town’s center and open to visitors as well. You will spend portion of your morning here walking the streets of this peaceful town and see the main church, Duomo di San Martino.
Your driver will then take you to the small provincial town of Forte dei Marmi. A seaside resort looking out onto the southernmost part of the Ligurian Sea, it takes its name from the fortress in the centre of the town that was built to defend the port which is until today where the marble is to be shipped all over the world. Last stop is to visit Viareggio also another seaside resort, famous for its Carnival (the first one was launched in 1873) parading along the seafront every year. Here you can walk on the beach and admire the terrianian sea before heading back to the port.
It is our pleasure to organize personalized wine tastings and tours. Please indicate at time of booking if you have any special requests. Also, please note that wine tastings and tours of the individual wineries are not included in our fees.
Please note that minibus up to 15 and 24 seats are note available for this excursion!
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This day is to explore the northern part of Tuscany visiting the town of Lucca and the Marble Quarries of Carrara.
After you are greeted at the port by your English speaking driver, you will make your way via the countryside to the lovely town of Lucca. The walled city is home to many beautiful churches, palaces, and piazzas The home of composer Puccini is also nearby, and open to visitors and you can admire the intact walls around the town center. You will spend portion of your moning here walking the streets of this peaceful town, see the main church, Duomo di San Martino.
Your next stop is to visit the quarries where slabs of marble are pulled from the earth, to be turned into works of art. The marble is prized for its sheen, and has been used over the centuries in many famous architectural and artistic works. Michelangelo himself was coming here in person to choose the best marble to work with and created works of art such as the David and the Pieta. You can also visit the town of Carrara which is a great representative of a Tuscan town before heading back to the port.
It is our pleasure to organize personalized wine tastings and tours. Please indicate at time of booking if you have any special requests. Also, please note that wine tastings and tours of the individual wineries are not included in our fees.
Please note that minibus up to 15 and 24 seats are not available for this excursion!
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Emilia Romagna region is considered to be the heart of Northern Italian food. You will spend your day explore the different tastes of this region, visiting the production sites of some of Italy’s famous Prosciutto di Parma ham and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese.
After you are greeted at the port by your English speaking driver, you will make your way via the countryside into the region of Emilia. First stop is the production area of Prosciutto di Parma near the city of Parma in a private factory. Here, and only here, can genuine Parma Ham be produced that follows the traditional and genuine method for centuries. You will go on a tour of the making of the ham, learn the four ingredients that are necessary to produce it and visit the magical aging cellar. Then of course it is time to taste it as well.
You have now the afternoon to visit the famous cheese factory of Parmigiano Reggiano, the cheese that is protected by the European Union and can only be produced in a restricted area, including the provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia, Modena. Beside tasting you get a tour and visual how this special cheese is made step by step, learn more about the history behind it and the aging process and of course to taste it as well before heading back to the port of La Spezia.
Please note that you will be part of a group tour entering the Prosciutto factory as the aging cellar needs to be switched off before allowing anyone to enter and that can only be done limited times in a day.
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You will be greeted at the Port of La Spezia, and will make your way to the small city of Pisa.
Here you will spend a portion of your morning at the Leaning Tower and the main square. The cathedral and baptistery, the tower of Pisa, and the Campo Santo or cemetery, together form one of the most beautiful and famous building groups in the world. The “Piazza dei Miracoli” makes a perfect showplace for these exquisite examples of Romanesque architecture. Continuing on along the scenic route in the Tuscan countryside, before arriving to one of the most famous and glorious walled cities of Italy, Lucca. Here you will spend a portion of your afternoon sightseeing the town and Duomo di San Martino, walk around the city walls if you wish or visit a local winery, before you are returned to the Port of La Spezia.
– If you wish to climb the tower of Pisa, please book the tickets online: http://www.opapisa.it/en/tickets/buy/
It is our pleasure to organize personalized wine tastings and tours. Please indicate at time of booking if you have any special requests. Also, please note that wine tastings and tours of the individual wineries are not included in our fees.
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You will be greeted at the Port of Livorno, and will make your way to the small city of Pisa.
Here you will spend a portion of your morning at the Leaning Tower and the main square. The cathedral and baptistery, the tower of Pisa, and the Campo Santo or cemetery, together form one of the most beautiful and famous building groups in the world. The “Piazza dei Miracoli” makes a perfect showplace for these exquisite examples of Romanesque architecture. Continuing on along the scenic route in the Tuscan countryside, before arriving to one of the most famous and glorious walled cities of Italy, Lucca. Here you will spend a portion of your afternoon sightseeing the town and Duomo di San Martino, walk around the city walls if you wish after which or visit a local winery, before you are returned to the Port of Livorno.
– If you wish to climb the tower of Pisa, please book the tickets online: http://www.opapisa.it/en/tickets/buy/
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This day excursion is designed for those who wish to enjoy the highlights of and specialized wine tour in the region of BOLGHERI and the town of BIBBONA.
After you are greeted at the Port of La Spezia you will make your way to the city of Bibbona, at the heart of the Etruscan Coast.
You will spend your morning sightseeing here before you continue on for lunch in the region of Bolgheri.
The region of Bolgheri is renowned as the “Bordeaux of Tuscany”, and is where you will be spending the duration of your afternoon sightseeing and wine tasting before returning to the Port of La Spezia.
*It is our pleasure to organize personalized wine tastings and tours.
Please indicate at time of booking if you have any special requests.
Also, please note that wine tastings and tours of the individual wineries are not included in our fees.
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