The “Florence & More” extension, available from day 7 of the “That’s Italy” tour, departs from Montecatini Terme and lets you spend more time discovering Florence, the emblematic city of the Renaissance and a treasure trove of priceless works of art. The itinerary offers the chance to explore its most iconic sights in greater depth, from Santa Croce to Piazza della Signoria, from the Duomo to the Ponte Vecchio, all the way to the extraordinary Uffizi Gallery. Art, history, shopping and traditional Tuscan flavours come together in an extension designed to let you fully experience the charm of the Tuscan capital.
Transfer by train (or by private transfer) from Montecatini Terme to Florence, the city of art that is perhaps one of the most famous in the world. A third of all Italy’s art treasures are found in the Tuscan capital. Take more time to explore Santa Croce, the largest Franciscan church in Italy, regarded as the resting place of the most important Italian figures in history, art and literature. Equally striking are the Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria with its copy of Michelangelo’s David, the cathedral with Brunelleschi’s dome, the baptistery, Piazza della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio with its jewellery shops. You will also have the chance to visit the San Lorenzo market, one of the oldest and most important markets, with a wide selection of fresh regional delicacies. Why not try the typical products prepared at the various stalls?
After breakfast, visit to the Uffizi Museum, one of the most important museums in the world. The Uffizi houses an immense artistic heritage, including thousands of paintings from the medieval to the modern era, a large number of ancient sculptures and miniatures. Its collections of 14th-century and Renaissance paintings include some of the greatest masterpieces in the history of art. Among the artists whose works have enriched the Uffizi Gallery are Giotto, Simone Martini, Beato Angelico, Piero della Francesca, Botticelli, Filippo Lippi, Mantegna, Correggio, Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Caravaggio. After the Uffizi, free time to visit the Ponte Vecchio and its jewellery shops or to go shopping in the city’s boutiques. Dinner at a typical restaurant in town to taste the Bistecca alla Fiorentina and other local specialities (pappa al pomodoro, ribollita, tortelli mugellani, lampredotto, etc.). Alternatively: private transfer to the Barberino Designer Outlet in Barberino del Mugello (about 40 min from Florence); the outlet is a charming shopping village where you can shop in complete relaxation, surrounded by the Tuscan countryside, with the opportunity to buy items in over 100 outlet stores – from single-brand boutiques to multi-brand stores – of the best Made in Italy labels and more (such as Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Gucci, Valentino, etc.) at discounted prices. Return to the city in the afternoon.
Breakfast and departure.
