Explore unmissable Tuscany, the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the most beautiful regions in Italy.
View Dates & BookExplore unmissable Tuscany, the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the most beautiful regions in Italy. Famed for its breathtaking landscapes and historic towns, cities and attractions, you'll visit a treasure trove of destinations, including Florence, Italy's city of art and culture, the Italian capital of Rome and stunning Lake Garda.
INCLUDES
Return luxury coach travel
Return ferry crossings
Escorted by a Skills representative
2 nights bed & breakfast, 2 nights half board enroute
4 nights half board
Excursions to Florence, Rome & Lake Garda
Free time in Chianciano Terme
Optional excursion to Siena (please select this option at checkout)
DAY 1
Travel to overnight hotel for 1 night BB.
DAY 2
Travel to Italy with overnight HB in Tuscany (Montecatini Terme area) en route
DAY 3
This morning, we travel to Florence. Home to great artistic treasures and important architectural sites, why not explore the awe-inspiring Florence Cathedral, the churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce or the library of San Lorenzo, which holds a magnificent Michelangelo exhibition? After free time, we will continue to the Tuscan resort of Chianciano Terme and our main hotel for a four-night stay.
DAY 4
Enjoy a day to explore our resort of Chianciano Terme at your own pace today. Home to a historic town centre and one of the most famous thermal spa destinations in Europe, Chianciano provides a chance to relax or immerse yourself in the authentic culture and cuisine of Tuscany!
DAY 5
Full day excursion to Rome - Labelled the 'Eternal City' by its ancient inhabitants, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire and Italy's capital city. With an unparalleled history, Rome is one of the world's finest cities, with legend and mythology in every direction. Discover many impressive monuments and archaeological sites, including the Colosseum, St Peter's Square and Basilica, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Roman Forum and Sistine Chapel (to name just a few)!
DAY 6
Choose from either another day in Chianciano Terme, or alternatively, join us for an OPTIONAL excursion to Siena (£35 pp). Considered a fantastic example of medieval architecture, a visit here is like stepping back into the Middle Ages. Marvel at this beautiful city's sights, fabulous arts and traditions; the Piazza del Campo is the highlight of Sienna and hosts the yearly Palio horse race.
DAY 7
After breakfast, we depart Tuscany and begin our journey north towards Lake Garda. Known for crystal-clear waters, the towns and villages on the lake enjoy a milder climate than the rest of the region, known as the Italian Lake District. Here, you can enjoy lemon trees and olive groves alongside palm-fringed lakeside walks, all with a stunning backdrop of snow-capped mountains.
DAY 8
We travel back to our overnight hotel for 1 night BB.
DAY 9
After an enchanting visit, we retrace our footsteps home
A centrally located traditional hotel and run by the Barbetti family since 1920, this hotel is decorated with classic Tuscan furniture.
Hotel Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Lift
Garden
Free wi-fi
Air-conditioning
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Name | Address |
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Alfreton | Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT |
Arnold | High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE |
Beeston | Beeston Lace Road, behind the Cricketers Pub Beeston, NG9 2LA |
Bulwell | Aldi (Bus Stop SW12), Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, NG6 8GE |
Chesterfield | Coach Station, Beckingham Way Chesterfield, S40 1TH |
Derby | Bus Station, Bay 27 & 28, Derby, DE1 2AY |
Heanor | Market Place, Wilmott Street (Market Square side) Heanor, DE75 7EG |
Ilkeston | Wharncliffe Rd, Market Place, Ilkeston, DE7 5GF |
Leicester | St Margarets Bus Station, Stand SA, Gravel Street, Leicester, LE1 3AG |
Long Eaton | The Green, Outside Poundland Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ |
Loughborough | Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE |
Lutterworth | George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG |
Mansfield | Bus Stop, Walkden Street Mansfield, NG18 1QN |
Nottingham | Mount Street, Alongside the Grosvenor Casino, Nottingham, NG1 6HE |
Ripley | Market Place, Express Stand Ripley, DE5 3FJ |
Rotherham | Interchange Bay C1/ C2, Frederick Street, Rotherham , S60 1QB |
Sheffield | Pond Hill, Opposite Penny Black Public House Sheffield, S1 2BG |
Toton | Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA |
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