Treasures of Tuscany: Florence, Siena & Pisa

From the charming spa town of Montecatini Terme, explore the Renaissance city of Florence, and the spectacular towns of Lucca, Pisa, and Siena.

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Tuscany has a way of taking your breath away at every turn: from the sweeping sun-drenched valleys, the grandeur of a Renaissance cathedral or the historic hilltop towns to explore. Based in the elegant spa town of Montecatini Terme, you’ll have the perfect base from which to discover Tuscany’s highlights. Experience the art and architecture of Florence, admire San Gimignano’s fourteen skyline-defining towers, explore the timeless charm of Pisa and the magnificent medieval heart of Siena alongside our optional coastal excursion to sparkling Viareggio, fondly known as the ‘Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea’.

INCLUDES

Return Optimum coach travel

Return ferry crossings

Escorted by a Skills Holiday Crew

2 nights bed & breakfast enroute

6 nights half board

Welcome drink on arrival in resort

Excursions to Florence, Volterra, Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca & Pisa

Free time in Montecatini Terme

Optional excursion to Viareggio

This tour may be unsuitable for passengers with restricted mobility.

Day 1

We travel to our overnight hotel in France.

Day 2

Welcome to Italy! We continue our journey to our hotel in Montecatini Terme, one of Italy's largest spa towns. Upon arrival, enjoy a welcome drink and settle in for a week of adventure.

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Day 3

There's plenty to explore on our included excursion to Florence today, one of Italy's most beautiful cities and the birthplace of the Renaissance. Highlights include the awe-inspiring Florence Cathedral, the Baptistery, the churches of Santa Maria Novella and the library of San Lorenzo, which holds a magnificent Michelangelo exhibition.

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Day 4

Enjoy a full-day excursion to Volterra, a dramatic hilltop town blessed with sweeping views across the Tuscan countryside. Its compact historic centre unfolds as a charming maze of narrow cobbled streets leading to the Piazza dei Priori - one of Tuscany's best-preserved medieval squares. Volterra flourished in the Middle Ages thanks to its alabaster production; examples of this delicate craftsmanship can be admired in churches and cathedrals throughout the region.

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Day 5

Step back in time with a visit to Siena, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Enjoy free time to explore its stunning architecture, art and traditions unchanged since the 12th century, including the Gothic cathedral and the world's oldest bank, Monte dei Paschi. We continue to San Gimignano, a UNESCO-listed hilltop town known for its honey-coloured buildings, rolling vineyards, and iconic medieval towers-the 'Manhattan of the Middle Ages'.

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Day 6

Explore Montecatini Terme in your own time today. Whether you're looking for a relaxing thermal spa, traditional Italian eateries or luxury shopping, this Tuscan town ticks all the boxes! Alternatively, why not join us for an optional excursion to sparkling Viareggio, Tuscany's largest beach resort? Known as the 'Pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea', this charming destination offers the perfect blend of relaxation, culture and history. Stroll along endless stretches of golden sand or explore the lively seafront, lined with inviting shops, cafés, and seafood restaurants. A favourite retreat since Napoleonic times, it continues to captivate visitors with its timeless appeal.

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Day 7

A full day of sightseeing takes us to the unique cities of Lucca and Pisa. Lucca is one of Tuscany's most beloved cities, enclosed by magnificent and intact walls. Home to many churches, monuments and gardens, the area is just waiting to be explored. We also travel to Pisa, a lively, bustling city famous for its Leaning Tower, one of the most photographed sights in the world!

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Day 8

We retrace our footsteps back to our overnight hotel.

Day 9

After an early start, we continue home.

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Hotel Biondi 4*, Montecatini Terme, Italy

Hotel Biondi offers classic-style rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi in public areas. It also features a garden with a terrace, an indoor pool and a Tuscan restaurant.

Hotel Facilities

Bar
Restaurant
Lift
WiFi
Swimming pool
Sun terrace
Garden

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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

Name	Address	Distance
Alfreton	Bus Station, Hall Street, Alfreton, DE55 7BT
Arnold	High Street Bus Stop, Outside Leisure Centre Car Park, Arnold, NG5 7EE
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
Leicester Fosse Park	Leicester Fosse Park, Bus Stop, Fosse Park Avenue Next to ASDA (opposite petrol station), LE3 2LL
Long Eaton	The Green, Outside The Butchers, Long Eaton, Notts, NG10 1HQ
Loughborough	Amber Rooms, The Rushes Loughborough, LE11 5BE
Lutterworth	George Street, Outside Wycliffe Rooms Lutterworth, LE17 4EG
Mansfield	Fire Station Bus Stop, Rosemary Street Mansfield, NG19 6AA
Medway Services	Moto Medway, M2 (between J4 & J5) ME8 8PQ
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
South Mimms Services	Welcome Break South Mimms, M25 (J23) EN6 3QQ
Thurrock Services	Moto Thurrock, M25 (between J30 & J31) RM16 3BG
Toton	Tram Stop Park and Ride, Toton Lane Notts, NG9 7JA