Tuscany & Umbria Adventure

Day 1  Pisa  
Fly to Pisa, home to renowned landmarks and exceptional cuisine. Spend the afternoon meandering the beautiful streets and admire the historic architecture.  

Days 2-3  Pisa to Florence  
Travel by rail to Florence and begin exploring the maze of cobbled streets, picturesque piazzas and magnificent architecture. Start the next day with Florence’s most iconic sight, the Duomo. Skip the queues with your included ticket and climb to the top of the cupola for stunning views over the city. Re-fuel with a creamy gelato at one of the quaint cafés lining the Piazza della Republica before visiting the Uffizi Gallery, celebrated for its world-class Renaissance art collection. End the day with a stroll along the River Arno to capture the sun setting over the medieval Ponte Vecchio.  

Days 4-6  Florence to Rural Tuscany  
Pick up your car and drive through the lush hills of Tuscany. Spend the next few days exploring the idyllic surroundings of scenic vineyards, charming villages and rolling hills. Sample some of the distinguished wine at one of the many vineyards or explore the undulating countryside by bicycle.

Days 7-8  Rural Tuscany to Siena
Take your time to wander through the narrow streets of Siena, absorbing the sensational atmosphere of this magical city and stopping into charming shops along the way. Embrace Gothic architecture, cobblestone lanes and one of the most awe-inspiring cathedrals in Europe on your guided walking tour as you learn about Renaissance era popes and emperors.  

Day 9  Siena to Gubbio  
Arrive into the medieval town of Gubbio. Visit the striking main cathedral, the Basilica of St Ubaldo, perched atop Mount Ignino, from where you can observe stunning vistas of the countryside below. Afterwards, explore the incredible medieval Palazzo dei Consoli, originally designed as a space to carry out civic duties. Within the palace sits the fascinating Museo Civico which contains artefacts from prehistoric times up to the 20th Century.  

Days 10-11  Gubbio to Assisi  
Take a leisurely drive to the beautiful hilltop town of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and long-standing Catholic pilgrimage site. Here, visit Assisi’s most iconic sites, including the famous Basilica of St Francis of Assisi and the stunning Basilica of St Mary of the Angels. Feel the moving ambience of the grand baroque cathedral, as you explore the original chapel of St Francis, which contains symbolic relics, and admire the buildings impressive artwork.  

Days 12-13  Assisi to Perugia  
Arrive into Umbria’s capital, Perugia. The city is known for its fascinating Etruscan heritage and Renaissance masterpieces. Once settled into your comfortable city centre hotel, tuck into a sumptuous pasta dish at one of the charming restaurants found in Piazza IV Novembre, a vibrant square where locals gather. Enjoy a private walking tour, visiting the incredible underground fortress of Rocca Paolini, which spans miles of weaving passages. Next, stop by one of the most beautiful medieval fountains in Italy, Fontana Maggiore, before ending your tour at Perugia’s Duomo, renowned for its ornate Gothic architecture.  

Day 14  Fly home  
Drop off your car at the airport in time for your flight home.