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Florence, San Gimignano & Siena - 4 day tour

PRIVATE TOUR: Uncover the highlights of Florence on this 4-day private tour and enjoy 'skip the line' access to the renowned Galleria dell'Accademia. Spend three nights in the Renaissance capital, discover the medieval towers of San Gimignano and the uniquely shaped Piazza del Campo in Siena. Plus enjoy an included wine tasting experience.

Trip Highlights

Florence - Join a 4-hour walking tour to the main sights and enjoy 'skip the line' access to the Galleria dell'Accademia

Siena - Explore this historic medieval city independently, including the uniquely shaped Piazza del Campo

San Gimignano - Marvel at the 14 historic soaring towers of this medieval town and enjoy wine tasting at a local vineyard

Included

3 breakfasts & 1 lunch

Services of expert local guides for all sightseeing

Transportation in a private, air-conditioned vehicle

Private San Gimignano and Siena full day tour with wine tasting and lunch

3 nights 4-star hotel

Private airport transfers on day 1 and day 4

Private 4-hour Florence walking tour and skip-the-line tickets to Accademia Gallery 

This private tour is operated by a trusted partner, not On The Go Tours

Not Included

International flights and visas

Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions

City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out

Additional meals and drinks unless specified

Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

Itinerary

Day 1

Florence

Welcome to Florence, 'Cradle of the Renaissance'. You will be collected at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to do as much or as little as you like!
Overnight: Florence

Day 2

Exploring Florence & optional Uffizi Gallery

This morning, you will be met by a local guide at the hotel and will embark on a 4-hour walking tour of Florence. Take in highlights of the city including Piazzale Michelangelo and the Ponte Vecchio. You will also enjoy 'skip the line' access to the famous Accademia Gallery. Here you will be able to admire legendary works, including Michelangelo's David, “I Prigioni”, “San Matteo” and “Pietà di Palestrina”.

If you would like to book an optional morning 'skip the line' tour of the Uffizi Gallery, then we can arrange this for you. Meet at 11:15 before heading inside, where with the help of an audio guide, you will be able to see numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many others. Among the precious exhibition halls of the Gallery, the most renowned one contains the refined works by Botticelli, among which the absolute masterpieces: "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus". If you choose to book this morning tour of the Uffizi Gallery, then the Florence walking tour and Accademia Gallery visit will take place in the afternoon. You can book this add-on tour online, or by contacting our Reservations team.

Please note: The Accademia Gallery is closed on Mondays. For tours beginning on a Sunday, days 2 and 3 of this tour will be switched. All tour inclusions remain the same.
Overnight: Florence | Breakfast

Day 3

San Gimignano & Siena

Florence - San Gimignano - Siena - Florence. After breakfast, you are collected from the hotel for the day's excursion. Heading through beautiful Tuscan countryside, you first visit San Gimignano, a UNESCO-listed town known for its medieval architecture including beautiful towers - it is nicknamed the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages"! Enjoy a stroll through the town before heading to one of the nearby vineyards, for an included wine tasting and light lunch - you can also try some of the region's best Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Departing San Gimignano, you travel next to Siena, a beautiful medieval city known for its narrow streets and shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio takes place every year. There's free time to explore this main square, or to visit the city cathedral, a wonderful example of Middle Ages architecture. After time to visit the sights, you are transferred back to Florence for the niight.
Overnight: Florence | Breakfast, Lunch

Day 4

Florence

Your tour comes to an end after breakfast and an included transfer to the airport.
Breakfast

Prices & Dates

'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. We also offer a triple share option on this tour, please contact us for details.

Extra Prices

Twin Share

Single Room

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.

Cellai Boutique Hotel, Florence

| Regional Category: 4 Star Hotel

Located in the historic centre of Florence, the Cellai Boutique Hotel offers a charming and elegant escape in a beautifully restored 19th-century building. Each room and suite is uniquely decorated, featuring vintage furnishings, original artwork, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs, blending classic Florentine style with modern comforts. Guests can enjoy a sumptuous breakfast buffet in the hotel's inviting dining area or relax in the cosy library, adorned with antique books and comfortable seating. The rooftop terrace provides a serene retreat with panoramic views of Florence's iconic skyline. The Cellai Boutique Hotel's prime location places guests within walking distance of Florence's major attractions, including the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David. The nearby Santa Maria Novella train station offers convenient access for exploring the city and the surrounding Tuscan countryside.