Florence, Tuscany & Venice Adventure (Oct 12‑17, 2026)

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration in Florence

Morning: Arrive at Florence Firenze Airport, take a taxi to your hotel in the historic centre and settle in.

Afternoon: Stroll to the Duomo, climb the dome for panoramic city views, then wander the nearby Uffizi Gallery to see Renaissance masterpieces.

Evening: Dine on Tuscan classics at a trattoria in the Oltrarno district and enjoy a leisurely walk along the Arno River.

Day 2: Siena & Chianti Wine Route

Morning: Depart by bus for Siena, explore the stunning Piazza del Campo and the imposing Duomo di Siena.

Afternoon: Head into the Chianti countryside, visit a family‑run winery for a tasting and a light lunch amid vineyards.

Evening: Return to Florence; relax with an aperitivo in the lively Piazza della Signoria.

Day 3: San Gimignano & Volterra

Morning: Travel to the medieval hill‑town of San Gimignano, famous for its towers and gelato.

Afternoon: Continue to Volterra, explore the Etruscan Museum and the alabaster workshops.

Evening: Arrive back in Florence; enjoy a sunset view from the Piazzale Michelangelo and dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

Day 4: Pisa & Lucca Day Trip

Morning: Take a regional train to Pisa and photograph the iconic Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery on the Piazza dei Miracoli.

Afternoon: A short bus ride brings you to Lucca; rent a bike to ride atop the well‑preserved city walls and explore the historic centre.

Evening: Return to Florence; unwind with a glass of Chianti in the atmospheric Santa Croce square.

Day 5: Travel to Venice

Morning: Check out of your hotel and board a high‑speed train to Venice, enjoying scenic views of the Italian countryside.

Afternoon: Arrive in Venice, check into your canal‑side accommodation, and start with a vaporetto ride to the Rialto Bridge.

Evening: Wander the labyrinthine alleys, dine on seafood by the Grand Canal, and soak up the magical ambience of St. Mark’s Square.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Duomo (Florence) – 1.5 hrs, €20 entry
• Uffizi Gallery – 2 hrs, €25 ticket
• Siena – Piazza del Campo & Duomo – 3 hrs, €15 transport + €10 entry
• Chianti Winery – 2 hrs, €30 tasting
• San Gimignano – 2 hrs, €10 transport
• Volterra – 2 hrs, €12 entry
• Pisa – Leaning Tower & Cathedral – 2.5 hrs, €30 combined ticket
• Lucca – City Walls Bike Rental – 2 hrs, €15 rental
• High‑speed Train Florence → Venice – 2 hrs, €45 per person
• Rialto Bridge & St. Mark’s Square (Venice) – 3 hrs, free (optional museum €12)
• Meals & Miscellaneous – 5 days, approx. €250
• Accommodation (5 nights, mid‑range) – €120 per night, €600 total
• Transportation (buses, trains, vaporetto) – €120
• Total Estimated Cost: €1,317

Tips

If you have extra time, add a full day in the Val d'Orcia to visit Pienza and Montalcino for more wine and cheese experiences. To shorten the itinerary, combine the Pisa and Lucca visits into a single half‑day trip and skip Volterra, allowing a more relaxed pace in Florence before heading to Venice.