Visit with our expert local guide into one of the most beautiful museum in the world, the “Uffizi Gallery” after its closing time. Enjoying the paintings of the Italian Renaissance from the Masters Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Caravaggio and many others. You will have the opportunity to discover the secrets of the greatest paintings from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance.
Discover Venice, one of the most incredible cities in the world, and get the perfect introduction to its secrets and charm thanks to a walking tour and a glassblowing demonstration.
Long description: Visit one of the most unique and romantic cities in the world, made up of 118 islands connected by over 350 bridges: Venice. Leave Florence early in the morning and head north by GT couch or minivan. Once in Venice you will have free time in the morning to wander around on your own. After lunch (not included) in the afternoon you will meet your guide. Explore the narrow streets along the canals and learn about the extraordinary history of this place with and expert guide.
You will see the exterior of the major sights in Piazza San Marco including: The Bridge of Sighs, Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Cathedral and Clock Tower. One of Venice’s many nicknames is “The Floating City” however recent researches have predicted that it is sinking five times faster that once projected, that’s why it should be named “The Sinking City”. Hurry up! Don’t miss out on visiting this extraordinary city!
Admire the city from an amazing point of view: the “campanile” by Giotto, the Cathedral bell tower. It’s the tallest tower of Florence (414 steps to climb it), but once you reach the top you will enjoy a spectacular panorama over Florence and all its most important monuments and buildings.
Tour continues by visiting the Opera del Duomo museum that is a “hidden gem” of Florence where you will admire beautiful masterpiece of the main Italian sculptors during the centuries: the wooden Mary Magdalene by Donatello, the silver altar by Verrocchio (they worked more than 100 years on it!) and a marble Pietà by Michelangelo (the third he made).
Moreover you can see all the scale models and some original tools used by Brunelleschi when he was projecting the huge Dome of the Cathedral. Finally you will have opportunity to visit the Baptistery and its dome entirely covered with Byzantine mosaics in a new exclusive way. Led by an expert tour guide you will have the chance to climb to charming “Matroneo”, an elevated gallery that was once reserved to the women. You will be captivated by the shining mosaics and amazing marble floor inlaid. At the end of the tour you will also receive a ticket is valid 24 hours and allows you to visit on your own other monuments at the Duomo Complex (Dome by Brunelleschi, Cathedral and Crypt of St. Reparata).
A truly involving experience for children, teenagers and adults: the whole family will put "hands-on" and will carry out traditional recipes of Italian pizza and gelato ("Italian ice-cream")! The kids will get involved in a fun and educational game and, along with adults; they will learn how to cook the dishes that represent the essence of the healthy "Mediterranean diet"!
Led by an expert and passionate chef and immersed in the magic of colors and aromas of quality raw materials, you will be able to express your creativity and manual skills. We will then get to bake in a real "wood oven" (a rarity in the city!) a genuine and tasty pizza, easy to reproduce and cook in the oven of your own house from simple, easy to find ingredients. With the same pizza dough you will also learn how to make savory "horns" (croissants) of various shapes, suitable as appetizer or to company aperitifs.
Follows afterwards the preparation of the true homemade Italian gelato in three delicious flavors: “mouth-watering” refreshing, healthy and tasty recipes. At last we enjoy all together what has been prepared to round off an unforgettable experience of "Italian life style" lived with the whole family! In the end of this class kids will receive a certificate of "Little Chef"!
You can't leave Florence without visiting one of the most famous art galleries in the world. Here you can admire numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many others. Among the precious exhibition halls of the Gallery, the most renowned one contains the refined works by Botticelli, amongst which the absolute masterpieces: "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus". The latter painting, the icon of the museum, represents the allegory of the birth of the goddess emerging from the sea foam and symbolizes the ideal of beauty as an expression of purity and spiritual quality, typical of the Renaissance Neoplatonic aesthetics. The guided tour ends at the Uffizi Terrace where you can enjoy an amazing and exclusive view of the city’s most important monuments.
Accademia: Total immersion in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David”, and other important works of art such as ''I Prigioni'' and ''San Matteo'' and the “Palestrina Pietà”. The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model. He depicted a magnificent nude young man at the height of his physical vigor, whose intense expression of strength and courage, which originated from an absolute faith in God, roses as a symbol of power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic at the time of its maximum splendor.
Finally a perfect tour to discover the city in an engaging and original way, with a passionate and specialized local guide, able to fascinate kids and young people through stories, anecdotes and legends, while adults will appreciate the historical and artistic aspect of Florence along a route that touches all the landmarks of the old center.
It is a pleasant stroll starting from Piazza della Repubblica, the belly button of Florence, where children will be amazed by the discovery of the old system of the Roman city from which began the history of Florence.
We continue then to the ancient and colorful Straw Market where you and your kids will have the opportunity to caress the shiny nose of the famous "Piglet", the most popular, photographed and "lucky" statue of the city.
You can admire the view over the Arno river crossed by the picturesque Ponte Vecchio, with its typical glittering jewelry shops, before reaching Piazza della Signoria, the political center of the city dominated by the famous Palazzo Vecchio and, while adults will enjoy the wonders of a true "outdoor museum" the kids will be captivated by stories of secret passages, vanished churches, navigators and great artists.
We then proceed to the neighborhood of Dante Alighieri, along the same streets where the "great poet" met his beloved Beatrice, fascinated by their romance and absorbed by the magic of the medieval center where children, unexpectedly, will also meet Pinocchio, the most famous wooden puppet in the world. Don’t let your kids miss the opportunity to take a nice souvenir photo with him!
A refreshing and mouth-watering stop at an historical ice-cream shop will follow: here participants will be able to taste a real homemade “gelato”, produced with delicious, organic ingredients.
We finally reach the religious center of the city where, besides admiring the great cathedral with the famous Brunelleschi's Dome, the Baptistery with the wonderful "Door of Paradise" and the elegant Bell Tower, you will be told stories of bizarre creatures, magical plants, astonishing animals and other wonders.
At the end of the tour, enjoy a delicious Tuscan Lunch with Drinks in a historic Restaurant in the old town (if lunch option selected).
Sumérgete en los paisajes idílicos de la campiña toscana, un panorama enmarcado en exuberantes colinas, viñedos interminables y encantadores castillos de la zona de Chianti. Este pequeño rincón paradisíaco ha cautivado el corazón, las mentes y los paladares de cada uno de sus visitantes a lo largo de su milenaria historia. Hemos organizado el día perfecto por los catillos de la Toscana desde Florencia para ofrecerte la oportunidad de explorar las tradiciones y las residencias históricas de este reino. Y, por si fuera poco, te hemos preparado una visita a una bodega familiar para que pruebes cuatros vinos locales de fama mundial.
Empieza la gran aventura en Florencia, donde te reunirás con tu guía local experto y subirás al bordo de nuestro cómodo autocar privado. Deja atrás la bella Florencia renacentista y ve en busca del entorno rural y de la historia medieval que allanó el camino para la riqueza y los logros artísticos de los que presume.
Durante el trayecto de una hora de duración, el guía compartirá contigo sus conocimientos sobre los alrededores. La primera parada del día será el castillo de Verrazzano, una joya medieval privada que domina las colinas de la zona con su gran torre. Aprende un poco más sobre el pasado del castillo, su rivalidad con el castillo de Vicchiomaggio, su vecino, y sobre su importancia como el lugar de nacimiento de Giovanni da Verrazzano, el navegante italiano que descubrió gran parte de la costa este de América del Norte en 1485.
Con el recorrido por el castillo, podrás experimentar lo que significaba llamara hogar una residencia de este tipo en los siglos pasados. Además, podrás visitar sus bodegas, que presumen de una historia igual de asombrosa que la del castillo, con raíces que datan del año 1150. Disfruta de una cata guiada de tres vinos de Chiani, incluido el Chianti Classico DOGC y el aceite de oliva virgen extra, acompañados de pecorino (queso de oveja) con aderezo balsámico de producción propia. Todo ello estará disponible para comprar en la tienda del castillo.
Vuelve a subir a bordo del autocar y dirígete a Greve in Chianti, donde dispondrás de tiempo libre para almorzar en cualquiera de sus restaurantes toscanos. Tu guía estará a tu disposición para recomendarte y guiarte hacia los sitios donde puedes encontrar lo mejor de la cocina regional. Tras el almuerzo, puedes optar por comprar recuerdos, productos típicos, comida y vinos en la plaza principal, la cual fue un punto importante para el comercio de los mejores productos de la zona. Explora sus distintivas arcadas y deléitate con las mejores vistas y sabores de esta pequeña ciudad de la Toscana. Incluso podrás visitar la carnicería más antigua de Italia, la Antica Macelleria Falorni, dirigida por la misma familia desde 1806, aunque sus raíces datan del 1729.
Tras el descanso en Greve in Chianti, vuelve al autocar y, de camino al castillo de Brolio, recorre las sinuosas carreteras locales que brindan unos paisajes espectaculares. Considerado uno de los más bellos de la península italiana, esta joya, también propiedad privada, ha sido habitada por la familia Ricasoli desde 1141. Revela su historia como parte del baluarte de Florencia contra Siena, así como contra los asedios de los españoles y aragoneses del siglo XV.
Uno de sus dueños, el barón Bettino Ricasoli, fue el segundo primer ministro de Italia y creó la primera receta de Chianti en 1872. Tu visita guiada incluye los jardines, la capilla y la cripta de la familia, así como un paseo por las murallas para contemplar los viñedos que lo rodean. Para acabar, degustarás unos vinos locales y, si lo prefieres, podrás explorar su tienda de vinos, aceites de oliva, miel y mermelada para llevarte un buen recuerdo de Brolio.
The cool evening breeze and the relaxing quiet of the typical narrow streets of Florence historical center, give you the opportunity to admire the breathtaking scenery of the stunning Florentine monuments, lighted as the wing of a theatre stage and offering a unique, magical “once in a lifetime” show.
The Electric-Bike tour allow us to move without any effort, to enjoy the pleasant summer evening breeze: while the e-bike leads us in total silence, we cross one of the bridges over the river Arno and reach one of the most celebrated and enchanting scenic spots, where to admire the astonishing beauty of the whole city from above: Michelangelo Square.
During the stop in this gorgeous “terrace”, we will be able to observe all the main monuments which made of Florence, one of the main Gothic and Renaissance masterpieces existing: a wonderful view that will remain forever in our memory! We will admire as well the unique harmony of the typical “Lungarni”, the sinuous streets flanking the river, with the celebrated street lamps romantically reflecting their light on the water.
Once back in the old town, the expert local tour leader will guide us along the medieval alleys of the city center, to discover the world-famous Florentine squares: the Cathedral square, where to admire the stunning Brunelleschi’s Dome; Santa Croce square, with its marvelous Gothic Basilica which is the biggest and most celebrated Franciscan Church in the world; Signoria square with its unrivaled open-air museum of sculptures; Repubblica square with its historical cafés, traditional meeting point of Florence citizens during the gentle summer evenings.
Finally, what better way to end such a fantastic tour, than tasting one of the best “gelato” of the city? Healthy and artisanal! After all, ice cream was invented exactly in Florence and Florentines love to enjoy one with their friends, especially in the evening so… cone or cup?
This fun course cannot-be- missed!
Followed by an expert Chef you will learn how to prepare the real Neapolitan pizza, a Vanilla Ice –cream, a Chocolate cake and the famous "Sorbetto”, a frozen dessert with natural fruit juices. You will learn all activities involved in the creation and the working of the dough, following the traditional method for a tasty Neapolitan pizza. You will learn all the types of flour, the amount of ingredients needed, how to manipulate the dough and the products used for making the sauce. You will discover the secrets for making the handmade ice-cream, a delicious Dessert with chocolate produced by the best Tuscan chocolate manufacturers and the fragrant “Sorbetto”, using only the freshest natural ingredients.
A dinner with the prepared dishes follows, accompanied by good Tuscan wine in a fun and friendly atmosphere.
The tour of the “Grande Museo del Duomo” (Great Museum of the Cathedral) is a single great itinerary that will take you through more than 1500 years of history, embracing all the monuments on the world-famous Piazza del Duomo: from the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, to the Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the St. John's Baptistery, the Santa Reparata Crypt and the Museum of the Works of the Cathedral.
A unique chance to enjoy a truly exceptional cultural experience in the heart of Medieval and Renaissance Florence, a "tour of marvels" among the monuments of a square that is a concentration of art unlike any in the world.
Your art historian guide will first take you to the Baptistery dedicated to St. John, the Patron Saint of Florence. The Baptistery is one of the oldest buildings in Florence (XI century) and home to the glittering golden mosaics that decorate the dome and a spectacular Matroneo (Women's Gallery). The outer façade is covered in Carrara and Prato marble and is enriched with the beautiful bronze doors, including a copy of the two known as the Gates of Paradise (we'll see the originals inside the “Opera del Duomo” Museum (Museum of the Works of the Cathedral) during the tour). As we leave the Baptistery, the tour proceeds with the elegant Giotto’s Bell Tower, covered in multi-coloured marble and graced with a base decorated with a fabulous figurative cycle.
The guide will reveal then the secrets of the celebrated majestic Brunelleschi’s Dome, the largest masonry construction ever built, one of the city's icons. Inside the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the third largest church in the world, you can admire the beautiful frescoes by Vasari and Zuccari adorning the inside of the Dome, one of the world's most important stained glass window cycles created by the greatest artists of the early Renaissance and magnificent works by Baccio Bandinelli, Benedetto da Maiano, Luca Della Robbia, Lorenzo Ghiberti, Andrea Del Castagno and many others.
Our exciting discovery tour will then take us down to the Crypt below the Cathedral to take a step back into the late VI century and uncover the mysteries of the early Christian Church of Santa Reparata, where we'll also see the tomb of the great architect, Filippo Brunelleschi.
After a short break to take some pictures and enjoy a refreshment in one of the many coffee or gelato shops on the square, the tour will continue with a visit to the spectacular “Opera del Duomo” Museum. The greatest treasures from the monuments of the great Cathedral Complex are all carefully housed in this incredible Museum, in an amazing scenic setting. We'll see a life-size reconstruction of the Cathedral as it was in the times of Dante Alighieri, as well as the sculptures of Arnolfo di Cambio, Donatello and Nanni di Banco. We'll see the original doors of the Baptistery, including the gilded Gates to Paradise done by Lorenzo Ghiberti. We'll be moved as we gaze upon the Pietà del Duomo sculpted by Michelangelo and the Penitent Magdalene by Donatello. We'll admire the beauty of the Altar of St. John, a stupendous silver masterpiece, and the other magnificent works of art done by the greatest medieval and renaissance artists of Florence.
Those who so desire may climb up to the panoramic terrace to admire the grandiose Dome from close up.
A romantic journey through the old town during which a professional and enthusiastic guide will take you to the places where the most poignant romances, the most secret passions, the most exciting intrigues and the most unmentionable betrayals took place. An original itinerary exploring the Renaissance and Medieval Florence, thought for couples in love of all ages, without neglecting the important historical-artistic commentary about the city's historical centre.
The tour begins in the religious heart of Florence, where you will be enchanted by the magnificence of the Cathedral and the famous Brunelleschi's Dome, the Baptistery with the glittering Porta del Paradiso (Gates of Paradise) and the magnificent Giotto's Bell Tower. Precisely this square has been the scene of a famous contrasted love story, an intriguing web of betrayals and tricks with a surprising epilogue!
We proceed discovering the city by penetrating in the medieval quarter, where, among the narrow streets and the tower houses, the commentary of the guide will make us relive the atmosphere of that period. We will find ourselves in the places of Dante Alighieri, who was born and lived here, and of his wonderful Beatrice, angelic woman and muse of the "Great Poet" and hear the story of their love affair, one of the most romantic of all time.
The walk continues till the famous Ponte Vecchio, one of the most evocative spots in Florence, where, in addition to the history of the bridge symbol of the city, we will learn about the romance between two young Florentine aristocrats which triggered a conflict between their families that resulted in the bloody war between the Guelphs and Ghibellines.
We finally arrive to the elegant Piazzale degli Uffizi where we will be told the story of Simonetta Vespucci, icon of the Renaissance beauty, model of "Venus" and "Primavera", the two masterpieces by Botticelli, desired and loved by nobles, poets and artists and of whom Giuliano de’Medici fell madly in love!
We finally reach Piazza della Signoria, a true open-air museum: we will admire the imposing Palazzo Vecchio, the monumental Neptune’s Fountain, the perfect copy of Michelangelo's David and the Loggia dei Lanzi with its wonderful statues made by important Renaissance artists such as Michelangelo, Giambologna and Benvenuto Cellini.
Here we will immerse ourselves in the history of the Medici family, great lords and patrons of Florence. The fascinating story of court intrigues, of arranged marriages, intense and secret romances born in the shadow of this family that marked the entire period of the Florentine Renaissance, will end this attractive and extraordinary city tour.
At the end of the tour, enjoy a delicious Tuscan Lunch with Drinks in a historic Restaurant in the old town (if lunch option selected).
In just one day you can admire the highlights of Florence’s old town along with the must-see art masterpieces of all time held in the greatest Museums of the city.
Morning: total immersion in the Accademia Gallery and in the art of Michelangelo to know his most renowned work, the “David” and other important works of art such as "I Prigioni" and "San Matteo" and the “Palestrina Pietà”. The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model. He depicted a magnificent nude young man at the height of his physical vigor, whose intense expression of strength and courage, which originated from an absolute faith in God, roses as a symbol of power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic at the time of its maximum splendor.
After the visit, enjoy a delicious Tuscan Lunch with Drinks in a historic Restaurant in the old town (if lunch option is selected).
Afternoon: The appointment with your guide is in the heart of the historic centre, the splendid gothic Loggia del Bigallo overlooking Piazza Duomo. From here begins your discovery of the amazing complex of monuments that characterise the religious centre of Florence: the Cathedral with its incredible Brunelleschi dome, the Baptistery of San Giovanni with the Porta del Paradiso (Gates of Paradise) and the elegant Giotto bell tower, the loveliest in all of Italy.The walk continues along lively Via Calzaioli in the heart of the city, where you can admire the imposing and singular Orsanmichele Church, a masterpiece of Florentine gothic art, decorated with shrines with statues of the patron saints of the powerful medieval trade guilds. Then we reach the bustling Mercato della Paglia (Straw Market): don’t forget to rub the nose of the famous "porcellino" (pig) and toss a coin into the fountain to bring you good luck!
Continuing on, you can admire the romantic, picturesque Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, with its renowned jewellery shops. Finally we arrive in Piazza Signoria, one of the most beautiful squares in the world and the political centre of the city. In this true “outdoor museum”, you’ll be amazed as you admire the beautiful Fountain of Neptune with the marvellous and imposing marble statue by Ammannati and then, looking around, the sculptural masterpieces of the Loggia dei Lanzi, including the Cellini’s Perseus and the Gianbologna’s Rape of the Sabines. Dominating all this is the majestic Palazzo Vecchio with its crenellated Arnolfo tower, one of the most famous symbols of Florence that you will be able to admire in all its magnificence.
The wonderful prospective of the open gallery of Palazzo degli Uffizi opens onto the square, and in this famous museum where you can admire countless works of art . You can't leave Florence without visiting one of the most famous art galleries in the world. Here yo can admire numerous works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many others. Among the precious exhibition halls of the Gallery, the most renowned one contains the refined works by Botticelli, amongst which the absolute masterpieces: "Primavera" and "Birth of Venus". The latter painting, the icon of the museum, represents the allegory of the birth of the goddess emerging from the sea foam and symbolizes the ideal of beauty as an expression of purity and spiritual quality, typical of the Renaissance Neoplatonic aesthetics.
Explora la magia del parque nacional de Cinque Terre (Cinco Tierras) al visitar cuatro de sus cinco joyas: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza y Monterosso.
Destacamos
- Contempla los colores de las casas de pescadores
- Disfruta de un paseo en barco
Siente la magia de Cinque Terre de la única y mejor manera posible: al caminar desde un pueblo al otro, admirando las tierras cultivadas y las aldeas de color pastel que flotan entre el cielo y el mar.
Con este tour, pasearás, admirarás y explorarás los pueblos de Cinque Terre en un día.
La región de Cinque Terre es un precioso tramo de costa escarpada y la única parte virgen que queda de la Riviera italiana. Su nombre se debe a los cinco pueblos de pescadores que lo componen: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza y Monterosso. Durante siglos, la región ha sido inaccesible desde la tierra, asilada por montañas escarpadas y valles por un lado y por el mar por el otro. Gracias a este aislamiento, el encanto natural de las Cinque Terre es un sitio protegido del patrimonio mundial y se ha convertido en un parque nacional. Descubre la espectacular costa con la ayuda de nuestros guías.
Empieza por Manarola, al principio del famoso sendero Via dell’Amore o el camino del amor (siempre y cuando sea accesible para el público) *. La visita continúa con un breve viaje en tren a Riomaggiore, donde dispondrás de tiempo libre antes de hacer una travesía en barco (si el tiempo lo permite) que nos llevará a Monterroso, famoso por su playa y sus pequeñas tiendas de artesanos.
Date un chapuzón en el Mediterráneo o, si lo prefieres, visita las pintorescas tiendas antes de disfrutar del almuerzo por tu cuenta (no incluido).
Tras el almuerzo, súbete a bordo del tren que te llevará a Vernazza, uno de los pueblos más bonitos de todos. Aprovecha el tiempo libre para descubrir sus alegres bares y cafeterías. Desde Vernazza, un viaje en tren nos lleva de regreso a La Specia, para concluir nuestra visita a Cinque Terre antes de volver a Florencia en autobús.
(*) Si no se puede acceder a la Via dell’Amore, se aumentará el tiempo de la travesía en barco.
Si lo prefieres, puedes disfrutar de un tour semindependiente para pasar el tiempo libre a tu antojo (almuerzo no incluido)
Si lo único que quieres es descubrir Florencia por tu cuenta, tienes una excelente opción con traslado de ida y vuelta.
Tour principal
Incluye: asistencia en el punto de encuentro, transporte, guía acompañante, almuerzo y bebidas, billetes de barco y tren (si el tiempo lo permite)
Opción semindependiente
Incluye: asistencia en el punto de encuentro, transporte.
Excluye: guía acompañante, almuerzo y bebidas, billetes de barco y tren (si el tiempo lo permite)
Opción con traslado de ida y vuelta
Incluye: asistencia en el punto de encuentro, transporte.
Excluye: guía acompañante, almuerzo y bebidas, billetes de barco y tren (si el tiempo lo permite)
Idiomas
Inglés
Adéntrate en el corazón de la romántica región de la Toscana, donde se encuentra la ciudad más representativa del Renacimiento: Florencia, ampliamente reconocida como una de las ciudades más bellas de Italia. Explora sus calles empedradas en nuestro cómodo autobús turístico y descubrirás esa Italia auténtica con la que siempre soñaste: músicos tocando serenatas en las calles, una arquitectura impresionante, cultura e historia como para llenar varias bibliotecas y por supuesto, una exquisita gastronomía.
Florencia se encuentra ubicada en un fértil valle con los Apeninos a un lado y los campos de viñedos y olivos de la Toscana por el otro.
En esta excursión a una de las ciudades italianas más míticas, no sólo podrás perderte en el encanto de los alrededores, sino que también podrás visitar las incontables galerías de arte y museos esparcidos por las calles de Florencia. Podrás contemplar, por ejemplo, la sublime figura de David, esculpida por la mano de Miguel Ángel; o la inquietante belleza de la Venus de Botticelli; sin olvidar maravillas arquitectónicas como la Catedral, con su majestuosa fachada de mármol. Durante la excursión podrás viajar en todos los autobuses que recorren la ciudad, así que no te pierdas ninguna de las maravillas de esta ciudad, la auténtica reina del Renacimiento.
Idiomas
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