When the film adaptation of Frances Mayes' "Under the Tuscan Sun" came out in 2003, the idea that Tuscany was indeed a place of romance, chianti wine, olives, aromatic cooking, and, of course, sunshine was deeply embedded in our brains. Today, many travelers visit this glorious region in northwest Italy to escape the hustle and bustle of Rome or Milan and instead take in the Italian countryside. The combination of castles-turned-wineries-turned-hotels, elegant cypress trees, cascading hills, and sprawling vineyards is simply heavenly. Time seems to slow in this effortlessly idyllic place. And what better way to unwind than by savoring a glass of vino or eating homemade gnocchi under the Tuscan sun? I'm Annarita. I live in a small and cozy village in the countryside, Montecarlo, 10 km from Lucca. I love my area and I'm looking forward to meeting you and spending some days visiting the amazing surroundings of my birthplace. This trip includes some of the nicest Tuscan cities: Lucca, Pisa, Firenze, Viareggio, Siena, S. Gimignano, and the Cinque Terre park, in Liguria. All of them are at a convenient distance from the accommodation that I chose, where you can relax and rest after the daily visit. We will visit nice medieval contests, with amazing churches and old mansions, rich in history, but you also will be involved in walking through natural sites, along the Mar Tirreno's coast. One day we will relax on the golden beach of Viareggio. How to get around: I will drive my car. You will pay for gas and toll fees. About the Accommodation: You will be hosted in a very cozy B&b in the countryside of Lucca, in a strategic position to reach our destinations. Breakfast is included. What is included in the price: - Accommodation (Shared rooms) - Car, fuel, and toll fees - Visit the Lucca’s Cathedral - Visit Guinigi’s tower in Lucca - Visit the leaning tower in Pisa - Visit on the Torre del Mangia in Siena - Beach day in Viareggio What is not included: - Flights/train to reach the city of Lucca: I will pick you up at the train station of Lucca. - Lunches and dinners: we will choose the best solution for our meals in relation to our needs and interests. Discovering typical Tuscan food and wine will be easy and exciting in all the places we will visit. I'm excited to connect with you after you have reserved your spot we can have a conversation and assess if we are a good fit, as well as to ensure that this trip meets your expectations. Do you have questions? Let me know in the Q&A. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! 🙌🏻
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Trip Itinerary
1
San Martino in Colle
Day 1-7
The accommodation will be at "Agriturismo Corte Benedetto" a very nice and familiar bed and breakfast in the countryside of Lucca. Very relaxing, the B&B offers a few bedrooms in a beauty contest, typically Tuscan, olive trees and a winery are the natural decorations in this area. There is also a pool, with a beautiful view of the surroundings, and horse riding. On the first day, after welcoming all the TripMates, we will visit the village of Montecarlo, 10 minutes driving from the accommodation. It is a small medieval village, on top of a hill. Very picturesque, many restaurants and trattorie will offer a delicious dinner in a perfect Tuscan style.
2
Province of Lucca
Day 7
We will visit the center of Lucca, a small and cozy city, rich in history, churches, towers, shops restaurants, and an elegant atmosphere. Lucca is surrounded by a 4.2 km circle of rinascimental brick walls where we can walk or bike. The main church is S. Martino Cathedral. An internal visit is worth it. We can also climb 230 steps to reach the top of "Torre Guinigi", a 44 meters high tower, built in 1500 by a rich family, on top of which are a few old trees. The view from there is amazing. Piazza Anfiteatro is another interesting spot to visit. Many restaurants and bars offer the aperitivo, here, and excellent dinner as well.
3
Pisa
Day 7
The world-famous leaning tower is only half an hour from our accommodation. We can climb on top of the tower and enjoy the amazing view from there, and visit the Cathedral and the Battistero. Pisa has also a very nice shopping area, the river Arno and several nice restaurants to try.
4
Siena
Day 7
Siena is one of Italy's loveliest medieval cities. Siena's heart is its central piazza known as Il Campo, known worldwide for the famous Palio run here, a horse race run around the piazza two times every summer. The Campo is dominated by the red Palazzo Pubblico and its tower, Torre del Mangia. If we feel energetic, a climb up the over 500 steps will reward you with a wonderful view of Siena and its surroundings. The Duomo in Siena lies in a piazza above the Piazza del Campo, a great Gothic building filled with treasures by Pisano, Donatello, and Michelangelo as well as frescoes by Pinturicchio.
5
San Gimignano
Day 7
San Gimignano, a small walled village about halfway between Florence and Siena, is famous for its fascinating medieval architecture and towers that rise above all the other buildings offering an impressive view of the city from the surrounding valley. Nice shops and restaurants, offering the best typical products from Tuscany, attract every day hundreds of visitors.
6
Viareggio
Day 7
It is the foamy waves from the Tyrrhenian on one side and the stark white marble peaks of Massa Carrara on the other which give way to the nickname Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Access to the sea has always been one of the primary characteristics of Viareggio, causing most of its ups and downs throughout history. Today it reigns as the second largest city in the province of Lucca, and during the season of Carnival and the summer months, its population explodes with visitors far and wide who come to stay at one of the many hotels, tempted by the colors, the energy, the sandy beaches and the delectable menu of fish. We will relax on the sandy beach of Viareggio, enjoying the Summer atmosphere under the Tuscan sun. We will have an umbrella and chairs on the beach, to rest after swimming in the crystal waters.
7
Florence
Day 7
Florence (Firenze in Italian) is a small cultural metropolis that offers visitors some of the world’s top museums and art galleries. The city is a real open-air museum and is the birthplace of the Renaissance. Tuscany is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy, and as the capital of the region, Florence is mainly visited for its museums, its fashion boutiques, its tasty Florentine cuisine, for an unforgettable experience watching the sunset over the Ponte Vecchio or to admire some of the most stunning Renaissance artwork, like the sculpture of David. The Piazza del Duomo (Cathedral Square) should be the first and last stop when visiting Florence. The square houses the city’s Cathedral, the Campanile di Giotto, and the Battistero di San Giovanni, all of which make up Florence’s most famous landmarks, along with the Ponte Vecchio. A visit to the Campanile di Giotto and the Cathedral is a must-do in this amazing city. If possible, walking on top of the hill, in Michelangelo Square would be a great conclusion for this visit. Also, Ponte Vecchio is a typical spot we won’t miss.
8
Cinque Terre
Day 7
Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. Cinque Terre, the five towns, is a string of five old fishing villages perched high on the Italian Riviera in the region Liguria, which until recently were linked only by mule tracks and accessible only by rail or water. We will drive to La Spezia, one hour and a half from the Bed and Breakfast, and reach the five villages by train. Amazing nature, colors, and panoramas will surprise you. The villages have picturesque spots and nice typical restaurants.
Trip Summary
Accommodation
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7 days trip
San Martino in Colle, Province of Lucca & 6 more
Transportation
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