Journey into the Soul of Tuscany

Reach on your own Florence.
Upon arrival, check-in at a 4**** hotel in Florence (Hotel UNA Vittoria or similar)
Arrival at the hotel and room accommodation.
Free time for dinner, overnight stay in hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
At 9:00 AM, meet your guide for a walking tour exploring the wonders of Renaissance Florence. The city, rich in architectural and artistic treasures, will reveal its most iconic landmarks: from Piazza della Repubblica to Ponte Vecchio, passing by the Loggia del Mercato Nuovo and the famous bronze statue of the Porcellino.

The tour continues to the Accademia dei Georgofili, Piazza degli Uffizi, and the stunning Piazza della Signoria, dominated by Palazzo Vecchio and the Loggia dei Lanzi. It ends in Piazza San Giovanni, home to the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, the Baptistery, and Giotto’s Bell Tower.

At 5:30 PM, meet another guide for an original Food Tour—a journey through history, tradition, and authentic flavors: from medieval streets and Lampredotto to historic wine bars serving Finocchiona and Crostini, finishing with artisanal gelato in a traditional Florentine gelateria.

Dinner at your leisure and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

At 8:30 AM, depart with a private driver for Siena. After about an hour's drive, arrive and check in at your hotel (Hotel Athena or similar).

At 10:30 AM, meet your guide in front of the Basilica of San Domenico, the starting point of your guided tour. Admire the church and the precious relic of Saint Catherine of Siena, patron saint of Italy and Europe.

The tour continues through the medieval streets and squares, discovering historic buildings tied to Siena’s noble families: Rocca Salimbeni, home of Monte dei Paschi—the world’s oldest bank—Palazzo Tolomei, and Palazzo Chigi Saracini, now home to the prestigious Chigiana Music Academy.

You will then reach Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, known for the Palio horse race and dominated by the Palazzo Comunale and the Torre del Mangia.

The tour concludes with a visit to the Siena Cathedral, one of Italy’s most remarkable churches, rich in Gothic art and architecture, featuring works by Donatello, Michelangelo, and Bernini, intricate marble inlays, and stunning stained-glass windows.

Afternoon at leisure.
Dinner at your leisure and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
A short walk to the Church of San Domenico to meet your guide and begin a day trip heading south, along the scenic roads of the Crete Senesi and Val d'Orcia, surrounded by Tuscany’s iconic postcard landscapes.

First stop in Pienza, a Renaissance jewel commissioned by Pope Pius II. Enjoy free time to visit the Cathedral, the Romanesque Church of Corsignano, stroll through panoramic alleys, or browse artisan shops and local specialties.

Next, visit a local farm for a wholesome lunch made with fresh, zero-kilometre ingredients. Discover how pecorino cheese is made, experience rural life, and—weather permitting—enjoy your meal on a panoramic terrace overlooking the valley.

In the afternoon, arrive in Montepulciano, a charming hill town between Siena and Florence. Visit Piazza Grande and a historic wine cellar, with a tasting of the renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore on your own.

Return to Siena, with sunset views over the rolling Tuscan hills.
Dinner at your leisure and overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
End of our services.
Bye bye Tuscany!