Private Shore Excursion To Pisa & Florence:The Best Of Tuscany in a Day
Homeland of great artists, politicians and scientists, cradle of the Renaissance, Tuscany is undeniably one of the most beautiful regions in Italy. With its artistic treasures, its beautiful landscapes, its delicious cuisine and unbeatable quality wines, Tuscany has a lot to offer to its curious visitors. Make the most of your time in Tuscany and take this unique opportunity to visit its two most beautiful cities with us.
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Private Shore Excursion To Pisa & Florence:The Best Of Tuscany in a Day
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What's included in Private Shore Excursion To Pisa & Florence:The Best Of Tuscany in a Day
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Piazza della Signoria
Entering Piazza della Signoria feels just like walking into an open air art gallery: as you walk through the narrow streets of the city centre, you will be amazed by this large square that suddenly opens in front of your eyes. The 400-years-old statue of Cosimo I de Medici will greet you from his horse, as you make your way through his beautiful Piazza to admire the fountain of Neptune and the famous Loggia, a portico full of ancient statues portraying characters from the mythology or the roman history. Your guide will describe for you the fascinating history of Palazzo Vecchio, old residence of the priors and then of the Medici Family, where also Dante lived in 1300.
Ponte Vecchio
As the name suggests, Ponte Vecchio is the oldest bridge of the city. Built in 1345 by Neri di Fioravante, it still maintains its typically medieval aspect, with the small traditional shops lined up on both sides. On top of that, Ponte Vecchio also offers the most spectacular view of the Arno river, that runs across the city. After your guided tour in Florence, you will drive to Pisa, where you will enjoy your unguided free time in the Campo dei i Miracoli, the heart of the city, where you will see the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Leaning Tower.
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Possibly founded by the Greeks or maybe by the Ligures around the VII century BC, the origins of Pisa remain mysterious still nowadays. What is certain instead, is that during the Roman era, the city was incorporated in the Roman empire and called Julia Obsequens. The city greatly beneficiated from the infrastructures built by the Romans: on top of everything, the port, which was enlarged and restored by emperor Augustus in the Ist century AD. This very port is the main factor that determined the thrift and the prosperity of the city during the Middle Ages. Thanks to its strategic position and its economy based on maritime business, Pisa became one of the famous Maritime Republics, alongside with its rivals, Genova, Venice and Amalfi. During the Middle Ages, while many cities were experiencing a terrible crisis, Pisa was thriving: In fact, if Florence lived its golden age during the Renaissance, Pisa certainly did it during the so called Dark Ages. But the Middle Ages weren’t dark at all for this incredible city: it’s exactly during this period that the finest pisan artists and architects created the wonders the we can still admire nowadays.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Roundtrip port transfers with private driver
- Expert, English-speaking private guide in Florence
- Skip the line tickets to the Accademia or the Uffizi
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Your driver will meet you as you disembark your ship and bring you to Pisa and to Florence, where you will meet your guide
