Florence to Cinque Terre

Start the day off with a walking tour of Florence seeing all of the famous sites like the Centro Storico, Giotto’s bell tower, the Palazzo Vecchio and The Uffizi. It’s onwards to La Spezia and Cinque Terre. On the way the group will stop in Lucca for a guided walk through this medieval town.

Florence Orientation Walk With a LOCAL GUIDE

Florence

Head out for a walk through the heart of Florence with a local guide.

Private Vehicle

Florence – Lucca1h30m85km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Lucca Guided Walking Tour

Lucca2h

Discover medieval Lucca on foot with guided walking tour. Stroll atop the 17th-century city wall, still fully intact! Visit the 12th-century Cathedral of San Martino and the Duomo. Climb to the roof garden of the Guinigi Tower or see Puccini’s birthplace.

Private Vehicle

Lucca – La Spezia1h30m77km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Cinque Terre

Enjoy some breakfast before taking a short train to the village Romaggiore for the start of today's hike. Walk along the coastal path of Cinque Terre, a World Heritage Site and National Park. Enjoy a free afternoon to continue exploring. You could sign up for a food making class, book a boat trip, or hike any of the other coastal and inland paths that will take you all over one of the most gorgeous stretches of coastline in all of Italy.

Spend the morning discovering the five towns within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre, Corniglia, Manarola, Monterosso al Mare, Riomaggiore, and Vernazza.

Should you opt out of the hike with the group and CEO, the Cinque Terre National Park pass will still be available for you to discover the five towns on your own.

Cinque Terre Coastal Path Hike

Riomaggiore – Monterosso al Mare5h-6h

Walk the Cinque Terre coastal path from Riomaggiore to Monterosso (approximately 5-6 hrs of hiking, stopping in the villages along the way), giving you the best taste of the villages and countryside, terraced hills, and vineyards sloping down to the sea. An unlimited train pass is included; opt to use this if you don't feel like hiking. 

National Park Pass and Unlimited Train Ticket

Cinque Terre

Use the included park fee and train ticket for this trip. Opt to follow your CEO along centuries—old footpaths and mule tracks leading through olive groves, vineyards and orchards on an exhilarating hike, or hop on-and-off the train, experiencing each town on your own.

Free Time

Cinque Terre

Spend the day in your own paradise. Stroll the beaches, walk along the coastal paths, find a delicious restaurant overlooking the water. Or if you'e feeling more adventurous find a boat tour or go kayaking in the sea. No matter what the medieval fortresses and buildings covered with vines and vibrant colours will make this day memorable.

Optional Activities 

Cinque Terre Boat Trip

Cinque Terre4h-5h50EUR per person

Take in the beauty of Cinque Terre’s five colourful villages while cruising along the Ligurian Sea. Witness the steep hillsides and terrain covered in olive groves and grape vines. 

Cinque Terre Inland Hike

Riomaggiore

Venture onto one of the inland and much higher trails, which winds for much of the route through cool and shady woodland. The views are not constant, thanks to the trees, but when you come across a vantage point the panorama is truly breathtaking. Fewer tourists venture up here so the villages are unspoiled and retain a lovely sense of tranquility. 

Pesto Making Class

Cinque Terre80EUR per person

Learn the art of cooking with this traditional Ligurian sauce.

Cinque Terre

A full free day to enjoy the marvels of Cinque Terre. Opt to visit the town of Portovenere or join a pesto-making demonstration in Manarola. You could also spend some time shopping, wine tasting, cafe-hopping, and beach walking if you’re craving more relaxing vibes. Kayaking, boat tours, and hiking are always available.

Free Time

Cinque TerreFull Day

Spend the day walking, shopping, beach lounging, or traveling to Portovenere, the "sixth" town in Cinque Terre.

Optional Activities 

Visit Portovenere

Portovenere

Travel to Portovenere known as the "sixth" Cinque Terre town. A natural beauty overlooking the Gulf of La Spezia it's easy to fall in love. Get to know the area and enjoy a pesto making demonstration with a light lunch before traveling back to La Spezia in the late afternoon.

Cinque Terre Inland Hike

Riomaggiore

Venture onto one of the inland and much higher trails, which winds for much of the route through cool and shady woodland. The views are not constant, thanks to the trees, but when you come across a vantage point the panorama is truly breathtaking. Fewer tourists venture up here so the villages are unspoiled and retain a lovely sense of tranquility. 

Pesto Making Class

Cinque Terre80EUR per person

Learn the art of cooking with this traditional Ligurian sauce.

Cinque Terre Boat Trip

Cinque Terre4h-5h50EUR per person

Take in the beauty of Cinque Terre’s five colourful villages while cruising along the Ligurian Sea. Witness the steep hillsides and terrain covered in olive groves and grape vines.

After breakfast, travel to North Chianti region. En route the group will stop in Pisa briefly to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. After, continue driving through the stunning Tuscan area and enjoy an included dinner tonight with the group in San Donato Fronzano.

Private Vehicle

La Spezia – Pisa1h30m80km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Visit Pisa

Pisa

Wander the area and take photos to your heart's content. Opt to enter the Pisa Cathedral, or enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Private Vehicle

Pisa – San Donato Fronzano1h45m-2h100km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Wake up in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. In the morning hike through the hillside villages near San Donato Fronzano to Castello dei Bonsi. In the afternoon use your free time to join an optional bike tour before an included wine tasting and delicious dinner with the group.

Castello dei Bonsi Hike

San Donato Fronzano

Enjoy a hike through the Tuscan countryside with your CEO. Hike around 8km to Castello dei Bonsi. The hike will take around 4 hours and offers beautiful views of green rolling hills along the way.

Free Time

San Donato FronzanoHalf Day

Explore the area on your own during a free day. Enjoy the Tuscan hillside villages and find a cozy cafe to grab a bite to eat or opt for a bike tour around town.

Wine Tasting

San Donato Fronzano

Enjoy a wine tasting at the agriturismo. Learn about the local grape varieties, wine making process, and have a sample (or two).

Travel to Florence by private vehicle. Tour ends upon arrival.

Travel to Syracuse, an enchanting city by the Ionian Sea that was once at the centre of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. Take a cooking class on arrival and learn how to make Arancini — an iconic Sicilian specialty — to enjoy as a light lunch! Later, explore the old town's baroque piazzas and medieval side streets with a CEO-led orientation walk. 

Your Hands-On Moment-Arancini Cooking Class

Learn how to prepare a delicious snack enjoyed beyond the borders of Sicily: deep-fried arancini, a ball of creamy risotto rice typically filled with a savoury cheese or meat filling. 

Private Transfer-Catania to Syracuse

1 hour

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle. 

Orientation Walk

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended. 

Accommodation:

Hotel Posta or similar

Meals Included:

Breakfast/Lunch

Enjoy a full free day in Syracuse. Opt to visit the impressive Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, or travel to nearby Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage listed city renowned for its baroque architecture built with a unique golden limestone. 

Free Time 

There is lots to see and do.  Get out and explore.

Accommodation:

Hotel Posta or similar

Meals Included:

Breakfast

Optional Activities: 

Noto Visit (12EUR per person)

Take a local bus to Noto, about an hour southwest of Syracuse. Home to one of Sicily's most beautiful historic centres, stroll through the Arco di Trionfo to reach Corso Vittorio Emanuele and visit the majestic 18th century Noto Cathedral. 

Parco Archeologico della Neapolis Visit (10EUR per person)

Uncover the city's ancient past at the Parco Archeologico della Neapoli, home to Syracuse's sprawling Teatro Greco. First constructed in the 5th century BC, today visitors can wander the grounds and imagine what 2nd century gladiator combats and horse races at the Anfiteatro Romano may have looked like. 

Travel to the baroque city of Ragusa before heading to the medieval hilltop town of Piazza Armerina. Visit the world's most varied collection of Roman mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale. Known for their incredibly well-preserved state "in situ", or in their original location, observe ancient scenes of hunting, fishing and athletics depicted beautifully in mosaic tile. Continue to Agrigento. 

Private Transfer-Syracuse to Ragusa

1 hour 45 minutes

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Ragusa Visit

Enjoy some free time to explore the alleyways and the squares of this hilltop city, rich with baroque architecture. 

Private Transfer-Ragusa to Piazza Armerina

1 hour 45 minutes

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Villa Romana del Casale Visit

Admire the finest Roman floor mosaics in existence at Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Dating back to the 4th century, the villa's exquisitely preserved mosaics and frescoes are outstanding examples of early Roman art. 

Private Transfer-Piazza Armerina to Agrigento

1 hour 45 minutes

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation:

Colleverde Park Hotel or similar

Meals Included:

Breakfast