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Experience the best of Tuscany on this 8-day tour, spending seven nights in the charming spa town of Montecatini. Enjoy plenty of leisure time plus guided day trips to discover the art and culture of Florence, the medieval beauty of Siena and San Gimignano, and the historic cities of Lucca and Pisa. Explore iconic sights such as Florence’s stunning Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, and Pisa’s famous Leaning Tower, all while immersing yourself in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of Italy's most popular region.

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Tour Overview

Duration

8 days

Starts

Montecatini

Ends

Montecatini

Range

Handpicked

Tour Guide

Tour leader escort & local guides for sightseeing

Group Size

Min 2 / Max 45

Minimum age

No minimum age

Departs

April - October

Hotel Rating

4-star hotels

Countries

Italy

Arrival Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Departure Transfer

No - can be booked on request

Meals included

Breakfast: 7, Dinner: 7
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R 29,235.00
R 23,388.00
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R 10,000.00
R 36,776.00

Tour Highlights

Montecatini - Relax with three full leisure days to explore the charming spa town, ride the cable car and discover its picturesque piazzas and parks
Florence - Explore the Renaissance city with a walking tour of the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio, with free time for sightseeing or shopping at the Leather Market
Siena - Uncover the Piazza del Campo, home of the famous Palio horse race, and discover Siena’s rich art, cuisine, and medieval architecture
San Gimignano - Take in the UNESCO-listed "Town of Fine Towers," with its medieval streets, impressive skyline, and local Vernaccia wine
Lucca - Discover Lucca, the birthplace of Puccini, and explore its Romanesque churches and the only town in Italy surrounded by walls
Pisa - Visit the Piazza dei Miracoli to see the Leaning Tower, and explore Pisa Cathedral and the Baroque buildings of the Square of Miracles

Included

7 breakfasts & 7 dinners
7 nights in a 4 star hotel
Escorted by a professional English-speaking tour leader, with local guides for included sightseeing
All relevant transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles
Full day Florence excursion with guided walking tour
Full day guided tour of Siena and San Gimignano
Full day guided tour of Lucca and Pisa
Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.

Not Included

International flights and visas
Airport transfers
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
Optional excursions
Hotel city taxes

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Montecatini

Arrive in Italy, most likely to Florence, Pisa or Rome airports. Make your way to the hotel in Montecatini. After checking in, the rest of the day is free for you to enjoy at your leisure. This evening, we’ll gather with our fellow travellers for a welcome dinner at the hotel.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Dinner

Day 2 - Leisure Day in Montecatini

Today, you’ll have a whole day to unwind and take in the delights of Montecatini. Wander around this charming spa town, enjoy a coffee in one of the many cafés, or ride the cable car up to the picturesque Montecatini Alto. Your guide will be on hand to offer recommendations for activities and sights to see. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 3 - Florence Sightseeing

Montecatini - Florence - Montecatini. Today, we’re off on a full-day excursion to explore Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance! Our guide will lead us on a walking tour of this captivating city. We’ll begin by admiring the famous Duomo cathedral with its striking green and pink façade, before moving on to the Piazza della Signoria, which was the centre of the Florentine Republic and remains the political heart of the city. As we continue our walk, we’ll head towards the Arno River to see the iconic Ponte Vecchio "Old Bridge", lined with shops along its length.

The afternoon is free for you to enjoy lunch, do some sightseeing, or perhaps indulge in a spot of shopping at the famous Leather Market. We will enjoy dinner at our accommodation tonight.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 - Leisure Day in Montecatini

Today, you’ll have another opportunity to relax and discover the charming town of Montecatini! Enjoy a leisurely stroll through its picturesque piazzas and leafy parks, and explore the shops and cafés. Our guide will be happy to offer suggestions for sightseeing in Montecatini and the surrounding areas. Dinner will be served at the hotel.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 - Siena & San Gimignano

Montecatini - Siena - San Gimignano - Montecatini. We’ll continue to uncover the beauty of Tuscany! Our day begins with a guided tour of Siena, a city renowned for its art, cuisine, museums, and medieval landscape. We’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, home to the famous Palio horse race held twice a year.

In the afternoon, we’ll head to the hilltop town of San Gimignano, known as the "Town of Fine Towers." A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is surrounded by medieval walls and famous for its stunning architecture and impressive skyline. We’ll have free time to explore the narrow streets and rich history, perhaps taking the opportunity to sample the local white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, made from grapes grown on the region’s sandstone hillsides. It's back to Montecatini for the night.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 - Leisure Day in Montecatini

Today, you can enjoy a final day at leisure in Montecatini. You may choose to take an optional excursion to the picturesque villages of Cinque Terre, or treat yourself at one of the nine thermal centres, where you can indulge in everything from massages to mud baths, saunas to beauty treatments.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 - Lucca & Pisa

Montecatini - Lucca - Pisa - Montecatini. This morning, we’ll join our guide for a full-day excursion to discover more of this charming region of Italy. We begin with a visit to Lucca, the birthplace of the famous composer Puccini and the only town in Italy entirely surrounded by walls. Our expert local guide will lead us through the historic streets of this prosperous city, packed with beautiful Romanesque churches.

After the tour, you’ll have some free time to enjoy lunch or explore the city further before we make our way to Pisa in the afternoon.

In Pisa, we’ll visit the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to one of Italy’s most iconic landmarks, the Leaning Tower. The famous tilt was caused by unstable foundations, which couldn’t support the weight of the structure. The lean increased before the tower was completed and later corrected in the 20th and 21st centuries. During our visit, we’ll also discover Pisa Cathedral and the many Baroque buildings that make up the Square of Miracles. We head back to Montecatini for one final night.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 - Arrivederci Montecatini

Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. We wish you a safe onwards journey!

Meals: Breakfast

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.
Grand Hotel Plaza & Locanda Maggiore
Montecatini

Just a minute’s walk from Piazza del Popolo, this elegant 19th-century hotel with a grand piano in the lobby is also two minutes from Montecatini railway station and 10 km from Montecatini Golf Club. The understated rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, desks, and minibars. Amenities include a refined restaurant serving Tuscan cuisine, a cosy bar with vaulted ceilings, an outdoor pool with sun loungers, and a business centre.

Our Rating
Superior
Local Rating
4 Star Hotel

Prices & Dates

Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. '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 wanting the privacy of their own room, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

2025
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Single
2 Apr - 9 Apr
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R 37,555R 30,044
16 Apr - 23 Apr
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R 38,705R 30,964
23 Apr - 30 Apr
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30 Apr - 7 May
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14 May - 21 May
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4 Jun - 11 Jun
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11 Jun - 18 Jun
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2 Jul - 9 Jul
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