Best of Italy: Tuscany, Cinque Terre & The Amalfi Coast

Arrive in Florence at any time. Meet your CEO and fellow travellers in the evening at a welcome meeting.

Included Experiences

• Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Optional Experiences

• Medici Chapels Visit: Admire the opulence of the two Medici Chapels. The Sagrestia Nuova was designed by Michelangelo and built as a mausoleum for the powerful Medici family. (9-32 EUR per person)
• Ponte Vecchio Visit: Walk across this medieval bridge and look over the Arno River to feel the romance of this city. Jewelers, art dealers and souvenir shops run the length of the bridge, featured in many master paintings.
• Piazzale Michelangelo Walk: Cross through the centre of the city and over the Arno. Climb to the top of the hill and check out the vista over the river from Piazzale Michelangelo. It's worth every step!

Start the day off with a walking tour of Florence seeing all of the famous sites like the Centro Storico, Giotto’s bell tower, the Palazzo Vecchio and The Uffizi. It’s onwards to the Cinque Terre region. On the way the group will stop in Lucca for a guided walk through this medieval town.

Included Experiences

• Florence Orientation Walk With a local guide: Head out for a walk through the heart of Florence with a local guide.
• Lucca Guided Walking Tour: Discover medieval Lucca on foot with a guided walking tour. Stroll atop the 17th-century city wall, still fully intact! Visit the 12th-century Duomo of San Martino. Pass by the Guinigi Tower and see Puccini’s birthplace.

Enjoy some breakfast before taking a short train to the village Romaggiore for the start of today's hike. Walk along the coastal path of Cinque Terre, a World Heritage Site and National Park. Enjoy a free afternoon to continue exploring. You could sign up for a food making class, book a boat trip, or hike any of the other coastal and inland paths that will take you all over one of the most gorgeous stretches of coastline in all of Italy. Spend the morning discovering the five towns within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre, Corniglia, Manarola, Monterosso al Mare, Riomaggiore, and Vernazza. Should you opt out of the hike with the group and CEO, the Cinque Terre National Park pass will still be available for you to discover the five towns on your own.

Included Experiences

• Free Time: Spend the day in your own paradise. Stroll the beaches, walk along the coastal paths, find a delicious restaurant overlooking the water. Or if you'e feeling more adventurous find a boat tour or go kayaking in the sea. No matter what the medieval fortresses and buildings covered with vines and vibrant colours will make this day memorable.
• Cinque Terre Coastal Path Hike: Set out on one of the most scenic and rewarding trails in the Cinque Terre region. This moderately challenging hike offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea, vineyards, and charming hillside villages.
• National Park Pass and Unlimited Train Ticket: Use the included Cinque Terre National Park pass and unlimited train ticket to explore this stunning stretch of coastline by train. Travel easily between the five villages, taking in breathtaking views, colorful cliffside towns, and the sparkling Ligurian Sea along the way.

Optional Experiences

• Pesto Making Class: Learn the art of cooking with this traditional Ligurian sauce.
• Cinque Terre Inland Hike: Venture onto one of the inland and much higher trails, which winds for much of the route through cool and shady woodland. The views are not constant, thanks to the trees, but when you come across a vantage point the panorama is truly breathtaking. Fewer tourists venture up here so the villages are unspoiled and retain a lovely sense of tranquility.
• Cinque Terre Boat Trip: Take in the beauty of Cinque Terre’s five colourful villages while cruising along the Ligurian Sea. Witness the steep hillsides and terrain covered in olive groves and grape vines.

A full free day to enjoy the marvels of Cinque Terre. Opt to visit the town of Portovenere or join a pesto-making demonstration in Manarola. You could also spend some time shopping, wine tasting, cafe-hopping, and beach walking if you’re craving more relaxing vibes. Kayaking, boat tours, and hiking are always available.

Included Experiences

• Free Time: Spend the day walking, shopping, beach lounging, or traveling to Portovenere, the "sixth" town in Cinque Terre.

Optional Experiences

• Visit Portovenere: Travel to Portovenere, known as the "sixth" Cinque Terre town. This picturesque coastal village overlooks the Gulf of La Spezia and is known for its natural beauty and charming historic center. Spend time exploring the area before returning to La Spezia in the late afternoon.
• Cinque Terre Inland Hike: Venture onto one of the inland and much higher trails, which winds for much of the route through cool and shady woodland. The views are not constant, thanks to the trees, but when you come across a vantage point the panorama is truly breathtaking. Fewer tourists venture up here so the villages are unspoiled and retain a lovely sense of tranquility.
• Pesto Making Class: Learn the art of cooking with this traditional Ligurian sauce.
• Cinque Terre Boat Trip: Take in the beauty of Cinque Terre’s five colourful villages while cruising along the Ligurian Sea. Witness the steep hillsides and terrain covered in olive groves and grape vines.

After breakfast, travel to North Chianti region. En route the group will stop in Pisa briefly to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. After, continue driving through the stunning Tuscan area and enjoy an included dinner tonight with the group in North Chianti.

Included Experiences

• Visit Pisa: Wander the area and take photos to your heart's content. Opt to enter the Pisa Cathedral, or enjoy lunch at a nearby restaurant.

Wake up in the beautiful Tuscan countryside. In the morning hike through the hillside villages near Cinque Terre. In the afternoon enjoy an included wine tasting and delicious dinner with the group.

Included Experiences

• Morning Tuscany Hike: Enjoy a hike through the Tuscan countryside with your CEO. The hike will take around 4 hours and offers beautiful views of green rolling hills along the way.
• Free Time: Explore the area on your own during a free day. Enjoy the Tuscan hillside villages and find a cozy cafe to grab a bite to eat or opt for a bike tour around town.
• Wine Tasting: Enjoy a wine tasting at the agriturismo. Learn about the local grape varieties, wine making process, and have a sample (or two).

Travel back to Florence in the morning and then board a train from Florence to Naples.

Included Experiences

• Train: Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Start the day off with an orientation walk of Naples. Stroll past sites like Spaccanapoli, Castell'Ovo, Castel Nuovo Maschio Angioino, Galleria San Carlo, Piazza del Plebiscito and the Royal Palace. Then the group will travel to Sorrento Coast. In the evening attend a limoncello tasting and after set out on an orientation walk of Sorrento with your CEO.

Included Experiences

• Naples Orientation Walk: Take a relaxed walk into Naples. Your CEO will point out some points of interest in the town, including great places for lunch.
• Limoncello Tasting: Taste this sweet Campania liqueur made from the zest of local lemons. With 100-year-old history (at least), limoncello is traditionally served chilled in a small ceramic glass.
• Sorrento Orientation Walk: Explore Piazza Tasso, the lively central square filled with cafes and shops and walk along Corso Italia which is Sorrento's main street, bustling with vibrant shops and historic buildings. Head to Villa Comunale Park for stunning panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.

Enjoy a free day in Sorrento. Maybe set out for an optional excursion to Capri island by hydrofoil and take a stroll through the town while admiring the blue water and striking limestone sea stacks.

Included Experiences

• Free Time: Enjoy a free day in Sorrento.

Optional Experiences

• Capri Excursion: Take a catamaran or hydrofoil to see the jewel of the Amalfi islands. Stroll through the town, or simply relax and take in views of the blue water and striking limestone sea stacks. (100-120 EUR per person)

Spend the day travelling from the Sorrento Coast to the Amalfi Coast. Pass through the towns of Amalfi and Ravello taking in the dramatic views and searching for lemon groves wherever you go.

Transfer to Bomerano di Agerola along the coast and begin to walk The Path of the Gods. The group will hike 8.6km to Positano and then return to our hotel to rest and enjoy free time from a long day hiking along the Amalfi Coast.

Included Experiences

• Path of the Gods Hike: Set off from the agriturismo to Bomerano and follow the path along the Amalfi Coast. This trail offers panoramic views of the Coast, with its dramatic cliffs and azure sea below. As you walk, you'll pass through fragrant Mediterranean vegetation and ancient stone pathways. This is a well-marked trail with rocky, uneven sections, dirt paths, and steep steps. Note that hikes are accessible for all travellers, but there can be sections that are more strenuous and challenging due to terrain. Please ensure you have proper closed-toe hiking footwear.

Leave the Amalfi Coast behind and travel north back to Naples today. Along the way the group will stop in Pompeii for a guided excursion. Enjoy an evening of free time in Naples.

Included Experiences

• Pompeii Guided Tour: Walk through the ruins of Pompeii, which was buried under ash and pumice when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. The forum, the baths and many houses remain well preserved and provide us with a glimpse of what life was like in the first century.
• Free Time: Explore Naples on this free evening.

Depart at any time.