Top Tuscany Half-day Tours

Take in a pair of beautiful towns in Tuscany on two wheels with this bike tour from Livorno to Pisa and Lucca. Cycle through the Tuscan countryside with a guide so you don’t get lost and enjoy views as you pedal your hybrid bike over the rolling hills. With round-trip transportation between the port and the starting point, you’ll save enough time to see two top towns in one day.

Florence is one of the most charming cities in Italy, full of history, art and beautiful architecture, all with a small-town feel, being the birthplace of Renaissance means there is plenty to do and see. Our is a historical and food and wine experience, not just a mere tasting of undistinguished dishes; we will learn, we will explore, we will discover, we will experience ONLY the best. We start from a place that for centuries has been a crossroads of merchants and citizens, we will talk about the Tuscan food tradition of the present and the past, the history of food and how they were consumed in various eras, we will learn how to distinguish the touristic traps and chose the best. Our knowledgeable guides have an art history degree and are food and wine experts, there is no improvising here, our tour is seriously set and kept under a continual improvement process. We truly aim to excellency! Please be aware this tour is NOT suitable for celiacs.

The Medici Family, rulers of Tuscany for three centuries, changed history and shaped the city of Florence as we see it today. Following their footsteps with your licensed guide, decipher the legacy that this powerful family left to the city and visit the major residences of the Medici. From the modest Palazzo Medici-Richardi to the lavish Palazzo Pitti, unveil the rise and fall of this famous family. And inside the Pitti palace, experience the richest art collection of the Medici Family showing their role as the greatest patrons of the Renaissance.

A delicious journey to discover the city’s must-see sights and famous cuisine, our 3-hour food tour will put you inside the heart and stomach of Florence. Join us as we stroll from the Signoria Square to the Central Market, meeting the city’s top producers, and savoring at least 10 Florentine specialties such as cappuccino, Chianti wine, local cheese & cured meats, gelato and more – all included in the price! In the convivial company of your friendly food expert, you’ll be left with an unforgettable experience, a happy stomach and a heightened knowledge of Italian cuisine.

"On the well-cultivated hills, that surround the fertile plain of Lucca on every side, the pleasant villas of the patrician families are scattered among vineyards and olive groves" (Georg Christoph Martini). Lucca and its villas, a heritage that undoubtedly deserves to be discovered and deepened. And what better way, if not the calm and relaxed state that the bicycle can bring, to enjoy a similar experience? We'll start the tour from the city center and following the path along the river, in the open countryside, we'll reach these wonderful historic mansions. We'll visit the most sumptuous and regal , the "Royal Villa" , once belonged to Elisa Bonaparte, sister of Napoleon Bonaparte. We'll return back to the city with the memory of a truly unique experience!

See sights surrounding Lucca that are usually overlooked on a 3-hour small-group tour. Rent a bike (own expense), then follow your guide away from the city center and onto the slopes of Monte Pisano. Traveling by bike allows you to visit landmarks that would otherwise be difficult to reach, including the Lorenzo Nottolini Aqueduct and Guamo Valley. Along the way, your guide provides live commentary for a more enriching experience.

A way to experience the territory and get to know the story of a family that, for generations, has devoted itself with passion and dedication to the production of wine and oil. From the "Ebrius" and the "Linchetto", to the prized Chardonnay "Collezione Privata", you will have the opportunity to taste these amazing products, stroll through the vineyards and discover what makes this land uniques. Give yourself a great experience!

This tour offers a wine-focused experience and its centuries-old relationship with the city of Florence and Tuscany. Food-wine ratio as an expression of regional culture. The theme of wine will accompany you along the entire route that will be punctuated by appropriate stops in front (and if possible inside) palaces and churches that remind us even today of the thousand-year history of the city and the close relationship with the wine itself. Florence is an open-air museum: every street we walk, every alley or square where we get lost, talk and tell us about history, art and celebrities. The same streets on which Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael Sanzio and Michelangelo Buonarroti walked! Let’s tasting and having fun!

Join your private food tour to discover shops and clubs loved by locals. Led by a foodie guide walk through the Tuscan Renaissance city and stop at the top local haunts. Along the way you will have the way to taste the excellencies of the Tuscany and Florentine tradition, from street food to sweets, not forgetting the characteristic local market. A real Florentine food experience, history, food, wine and a lot of fun!

Pisa is about an hour’s journey from Florence by train. Make your own way to the train station in Florence, hop aboard your train, and sit back as you hurtle towards Pisa. Explore the historic town of Pisa led by an expert local guide. With this Small Group walking tour, you’ll discover the true soul of the city, departing from the southern side toward the famous Miracoli Square and the celebrated Leaning Tower northen side. Along the way you’ll soak in the views of the most exciting highlights of the city.

Treat yourself to a relaxing day exploring the beautiful town of Montepulciano, famous for the wine that shares the same name. Situated on a hill 600 meters above the sea level, it offers beautiful landscapes of green rolling hills, vineyards and olive groves stretching out as far as the eye can see. During the tour we will stop at a local wine cellar to taste some fine wines accompanied by excellent food.

A great SEMI PRIVATE tour to let you know better the most powerful and important family that ruled Florence from the Renaissance, the Medici. Coming from Mugello valley north of Florence, they were the money-changer of the Pope in Rome and they had several banks in Europe as well. After they got the power of Florence in the first half of the XV century under Cosimo the Elder, they decided to build a great palazzo, Palazzo Medici, in via Larga (now via Cavour) and to transform the Church of San Lorenzo into their private family church. With a professional guide you will then discover all the secrets about the so-called “Medici Mile”, in San Lorenzo lively neighbourhood.

This amazing tour will show you Pitti Palace (Palazzo Pitti), the sumptuous residence of three royal dynasties that ruled Florence over the centuries, the Medici, the Lorraine and the Savoy families, and two Renaissance gardens, Boboli Garden and Bardini Garden, great examples of “giardino all’italiana” where literally Nature meets Art.

This tour will take you in the footsteps of the great artist Michelangelo Buonarroti. You’ll discover his complex personality through his major masterpieces, retracing the highlights of his extraordinary artistic career.

Discover all the secrets of the Medici family, starting from San Lorenzo church and ending in front of the imposing Pitti Palace, with an enjoyable relaxed stoll in the footsteps of the Medici dynasty, that ruled the city in the 14th and 15th centuries. In addition to having obtained the power before Florence then Tuscany the Medici are known for having promoted the artistic, cultural, spiritual and scientific life of their time

Welcome to heaven if you love scents, food, wine and ....flowers ! Florence hosts an extraordinary large number of indipendent perfumeries: you will find special artisan perfume creators, perfume shops housed in old "palazzos" and, at the same time, enjoy smells of delicious truffle shops and wine bars. Florence offers many parks and gardens too: spring bloomings will be a joy for your eyes and... nose ! Guided by a local expert tour guide you will understand the meaning of the italian way of saying: "Dolce far niente" litterally "The sweetness of doing nothing" an essential part of Italy's personality: the idea that moments of simple slow pleasure are the basis of a good life. Dolce far niente is about guiltless joy !

Have you ever heard of Saint Catherine of Siena? This famous, celebrated patron saint of Italy and Europe and “Doctor of the Church” was born in the famous Palio city of Siena. If you are curious to know more then don’t miss this tour. You will visit locations that were important in the life of Saint Catherine.

Visit two of Italy’s most iconic and important art galleries for one price. First, tour the famed Uffizi Gallery. Appreciate works by Raphael, da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other renowned artists. Then transfer to the Accademia Gallery to view the statue “David” and other priceless works. Enjoy VIP skip-the-line access to maximize your time at both museums.

Explore the hills surrounding Florence as you travel by bike to Fiesole. The experienced guide will escort you from the center of Florence to the hills surrounding the city. As you travel along, you will have excellent views of the city as well as the lovely countryside. Feel free to bring a camera along and take some photos. Once you arrive in Fiesole, you will enjoy a wine tasting. After the tasting, you will bicycle back to Florence.

En un día podrás visitar los dos más importantes museos de Florencia con las obras más famosas del mundo como El David de Miguel Angel y la Venus de Botticelli y sus grandes colecciones de esculturas y pinturas que pertenecía a la familia Medici. Nuestro Combo te permitirá saltar las largas colas de espera en los museos, las entradas a los museos y un paseo de arte inolvidable con nuestra maravillosa guía. No te perderas ningun detalle gracias a nuestro sistema de auriculares.

Nuestros tours en bicicleta los llevarán por caminos poco frecuentados, demasiado alejados para llegar a pie y bastante angostos para un autobús. En dos horas visitarán junto a nuestros guias oficiales, los principales puntos de interés de la ciudad,incluyendo: Santa Maria Novella, el barrio de los artesanos, Palazzo Pitti, San Frediano, Ponte Vecchio, la Galleria degli Uffizi (el museo más importante de la ciudad), Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, la catedral (el Duomo) y Piazza della Repubblica. Durante esta agradable excursión, descubrirán todas las curiosidades sobre Florencia y hasta los mejores lugares para saborear la clásica bisteca fiorentina, el helado y las trufas. Este tour es una simple pero perfecta introducción a Florencia. Estamos seguros que estarán de acuerdo con nosotros que la mejor forma de conocer la “cuna del Renacimiento” es con la bicicleta. Pedalea desde el centro hasta el Piazzale Michelangelo donde podrás admirar una panorámica que te quitará el aliento.

Discover Florence by bike, stopping at landmarks like the Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and Piazza della Repubblica. Pedal down narrow lanes of the Oltrarno, an artisan neighborhood off the beaten path. This 2-hour tour, with a historian as your guide, offers three options to suit your personal schedule: morning, afternoon, or late evening. Benefit from the small-group atmosphere limited to 15 bicyclists.

A great introduction to the city, this walking tour hits several of Florence’s historic highlights. Visit Church of Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo, the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio—a pedestrian bridge built in 1345 that is still in use today—and more. Then tour Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s masterpiece “David,” where you’ll enjoy skip-the-line access to the galleries.

As the sun sets over Florence, join up with a guide and small group for a walking food tour showcasing some of the city's best bites. You'll stroll along, stopping at multiple locations and savoring tastes of truffle cheese, cured local meats, and Italian wine. Sit back and enjoy a cooking demonstration on how to prepare a perfect Florentine steak. After the tour, head off into the night with some other recommendations from your guide on where to eat and drink.