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Exploring the City of Renaissance
Italy
Italy was the birthplace of the Renaissance, a time of great change in Europe after the Middle Ages. The period was characterized by the emergence of artworks that were created to revive human values and science.
In the cities of Florence and Cortona, architectural works like basilicas and cathedrals stand as a sign of the birth of the Renaissance. Exploring them is the same as enjoying buildings that are not only designed with magnificent facades, but also emphasize effectiveness on a large scale.
The Map
Itinerary
Begin your journey
Day 01
Arrival
Upon arrival at Florence, you will be transferred directly to your hotel so you can rest and relax after your long flight.
Day 02
Full Day Tour in Florence
The next day, after breakfast you will be taken on a city tour of Florence, visiting its main destinations. Starting from Piazza dei Miracoli to the leaning tower of Pisa.
Private Sunset Arno Boat Tour
Before sunset, you can enjoy a private tour on a traditional Florence boat along the Arno River. On this tour, you will pass by the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vencchio and the mysterious Vasari Corridor.
Day 03
Free Time
During your free time, you can visit other places of interest in Florence such as Mercato Centrale, Boboli Park, Palazzo Pitti, Oltrarn, Piazza del republica, and the children's museum at Palazzo Vecchio.
Day 04
Transfer to Cortona
The transfer from Florence to Cortona takes about an hour and a half. However, before you reach your destination, you will be invited to stop at The Mall, a luxury shopping center 45 minutes away from Florence where you can find branded stuff.
Upon arrival in Cortona, you can immediately take a rest at your hotel, recharging your energy for the following days' itinerary.
Day 05
Private Wine Trip to Siena
Siena is a medieval city that witnessed the birth of early Renaissance art in Italy. One of the city's most famous sites is the Piazza del Campo, located in the heart of the city and often used as a horse racing arena during the summer.
When you're done wandering around the city, it's time to enjoy a private tour of the historic wineries near Siena. On this tour, you will get to see the process of making some of Tuscany's finest wines, and then taste them with a catered lunch.
Before returning to your hotel, you can visit the traditional houses around the vineyard and immerse yourself in the local community. While you take a leisurely stroll through the vast green fields, children can play with the farm animals raised by the locals.
Day 06
Full Day Tour in Cortona & Arezzo
On the sixth day, you will be taken to Arezzo, one of the richest cities in Tuscany. The town has several monuments, churches and museums that offer a back to the past experience.
From Arezzo, we will return to Cortona for lunch at a local trattoria, before continuing the tour to another destination. Cortona is a small town in Valdichiana that houses sites from the Etruscan and Roman periods. Although surrounded by stone walls, this hilltop town still manages to provide spectacular views of the surrounding valley, including Lake Trasimeno.
Day 07
Pasta Cooking Class
With our Tuscan chef, you will learn how to make pasta, which may seem easy to some. In this cooking class you will be guided to make pasta authentically, as Italian home cooking should be.
Day 08
Departure
Today you will depart from your hotel in Cortona to Florence It Peretola Airport for your flight back home.
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