Luxury Tuscany Tours & Vacations

What to do in Tuscany

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  Enjoy art in Florence

  Florence is regarded as one of the best destinations in Italy for art and architecture enthusiasts. The city has a wonderful collection of museums, historical sights, and charming cobbled streets that you could spend hours wandering through. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, spend time exploring the entire Duomo Complex. The construction of the Florence Cathedral began in 1294, and although it took almost 150 years to build, today it is a work of art, showcasing the dome engineered by Filippo Brunelleschi.

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  Photograph the Leaning tower of Pisa

  Arguably the most recognized and photographed attraction in all of Italy, the leaning tower of Pisa is a medieval structure, famous for its 5.5 degree lean. Although efforts have been made to resurrect the tower into its original stance, it still remains tilted and today, has become a symbol of Pisa. You can easily do a day trip to Pisa from other areas in Tuscany, and a common excursion to do if you are limited with time.

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  Ride a vespa through the countryside

  Ride through the Tuscan hills on a classic Italian vespa to get the full experience of local living. As well as bike tours, you can also explore the countryside in a classic Fiat 500. In the heart of the Chianti region, exploring the stunning landscape and the freedom of the open road is something that our clients never forget. The routes are endless, and you’ll drive through olive groves, medieval hamlets, and picturesque vineyards. The bikes are automatic so they can be enjoyed by everyone – those experienced and those first-timers.

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  Hike the Tuscan hills

  Often a luxury trip to Italy can be quite fast-paced, especially as there are so many destinations to see and explore. A visit to Tuscany is a great way to change the pace, and slow it down. The Tuscan hills are varied, so whether you are looking for challenging ascends and mountains, or leisurely strolls through along pathways, there is something for everyone. The best time of year to hike is the shoulder months of May and September. The summer months of June – August are also good times to hike but it does get hot.

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  Wander the picturesque San Gimignano

  The town of San Gimignano is famous for its 15 medieval towers that dominate the Tuscan skyline, this area is certainly worth visiting. Wandering at leisure through the streets of San Gimignano is a nice way to spend a morning or afternoon, but I would also recommend an experience truffle hunting. On this excursion, you will accompany an expert and his dogs, who have been trained to find truffles in the Earth, among the grounds of an oak forest.