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Discovering Tuscany's hidden treasures: San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano mysterious Abbey day trip from Florence

Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italie

Fall for the charm of three hidden treasures of Tuscany and join us in an unforgettable journey to discover San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano Abbey.

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Durée 11 h 30 min

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Langues

anglais, italien, espagnol

Taille du groupe

De 1 à 20 voyageurs

Description complète

Fall for the charm of three hidden treasures of Tuscany and join us in an unforgettable journey to discover San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano Abbey. Sit back and relax on our fully-fitted GT Coach and enjoy the drive to the most authentic area of Tuscany, with its medieval towns and postcard landscapes. Our multilingual expert tour leader will be happy to share the secrets of the area with you!  The journey begins in San Gimignano, the so-called “Manhattan of the Middle Ages” due to the high ancient towers that stand out along the city center. Step back in time while you wander through its cobblestone streets and let the stunning views of the surrounding hills amaze you. Also, don’t forget to have a taste of the famous local gelato, available in a variety of unusual flavors. The second stop is the town of alabaster: the scenic Volterra in all its medieval charm. Perched on top of a hill, from Volterra you will enjoy a breathtaking view that will leave you in awe. Make sure not to miss the Palace of Priors, the Medici Fortress or the Etruscan Museum, which is one of the oldest public museums in Europe. Before leaving, don’t forget to browse around the plenty of artisan workshops scattered throughout the historic center. Craftsmanship is, in fact, the pride of Volterra and you can’t miss the chance to bring home with you a unique handmade alabaster artifact as a memento of the day. Your final stop is the mysterious San Galgano Abbey, just about one hour drive from Volterra. Of the 13th Century Cistercian abbey only the walls remain: it is empty and roofless, above it only the sky. Prepare to travel with your imagination as you step inside and let the grandeur of the gothic architecture inspire you. If you love myths and legends this is the place to be: take the path to the close Eremo di Montesiepi and step back to the court of King Arthur as you will find yourselves standing before the real Sword in the Stone.

Itinéraire

Florence - Piazzale Montelungo. This tour is indeed a tour which will suit everyone, from those who adore Tuscany’s diverse landscapes and its remarkable works of art, to its illustrious history and legendary tales. It is certainly a tour which the entire family will love.There is no time to waste when exploring the stunning Tuscany hills! Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal early in the morning. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from the Santa Maria Novella train station. Hop on the comfortable coach bus, choose your seat, and relax before departing on your journey! The drive to San Gimignano will take about one hour. During the journey, your guide will entertain you with plenty of interesting information about San Gimignano!

San Gimignano. Your journey to discover Tuscany's hidden gems will start with San Gimignano, known as the "town of towers," because of its fascinating medieval towers still perfectly intact. The drive will take about an hour, and you will see the stunning "medieval skyscrapers" from a distance as your bus pulls into the historic town. Your guide will lead you past an incredible panoramic viewpoint of the Tuscan hills, then through the ancient city doors. You will have an hour to independently explore the town - walk the picturesque alleyways, visit the Duomo, or climb the tallest tower! 

San Galgano Abbey. Your Tuscany's hidden gems quest will continue in the direction of the sublime St Galgano Abbey, a majestic roofless Gothic style building, built in the 13th-century. church still stand. This stunning former Cistercian Monastery is immersed in the most pristine Tuscan landscapes, amongs cypresses and olive groves.

Volterra. The last stop of your Tuscan tale will be Volterra, a walled mountaintop town characterized by a Medieval and Etruscan charm. Its history dates from before the 8th century BC and it has substantial structures from the Etruscan, Roman, and Medieval periods.

Florence - Piazzale Montelungo. The return journey to Florence will take about 2 hours, just sit back and relax, while your tour leader takes care of you.

Qu'est-ce qui est inclus ?

Inclus

  • Droit d'entrée
  • Roundtrip journey by fully fitted GT Coach
  • Small group tour
  • Expert English speaking tour leader
  • Free time in San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano
  • Entrance fee to San Galgano Abbey

Non inclus

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Informations importantes

Point de rencontre

Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italie

N'oubliez pas

We are sorry to inform you that this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobilityComfortable shoes are recommendedPlease, note that the given order of the visits may changeSmall group tour shared with other participants (max 25 guests)Please plan to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour departure

Politique d'annulation

100% charge if cancelled within 48 hours of start.

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