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Discover Tuscany + Tuscan Riviera

The genteel spa town of Montecatini is your base for this leisurely touring holiday in one of Italy's loveliest regions.

After your leisurely tour, why not stay on for a relaxing week in either of the hotels on the Tuscan Riviera. On day 8 (Tue) of your tour you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice for a week's stay before returning to Pisa airport day 15 (Tue) for your flight to the UK.

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San Gimignano (optional excursion)
Lido di Camaiore beach
Lido di Camaiore
Montecatini Spa
The Duomo, Florence
Nearby Lucca
Nearby La Spezia
The Tuscan Capital of Florence
Lucca
Lido di Camaiore
Lucca
Leaning Tower & Square of Miracles, Pisa
Montecatini Spa
Siena (optional excursion)
Tuscany is famed for its poppies
Montecatini and its funicular railway

DAY 1: UK - Pisa - Montecatini.

Fly to Pisa where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Montecatini Terme. The rest of the day is free for you to get acquainted with this charming resort. (D)

DAY 2: Montecatini.

This morning enjoy an introductory walking tour of the delightful spa town of Montecatini Terme, exploring the streets with its many elegant shops, stylish cafés and relaxing public park. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the town and old village of Montecatini Alto, connected by a funicular, at your own pace. (B, D)

DAY 3: Florence.

The Tuscan capital simply overflows with wonderful Renaissance art and architecture. Traffic is partly banned in the city making it easy to wander at leisure and admire its timeless beauty. Your full day excursion includes a guided tour taking in the sightseeing highlights, such as Piazza Santa Croce, the Palazzo Vecchio and the Duomo. (B, D)

DAY 4: Lucca and Pisa.

After a morning at leisure, enjoy your half day excursion to historic Lucca, famous for its magnificent churches and medieval fortifications, and as the former home of composers Boccherini and Puccini. The excursion also includes a visit to Pisa dominated by the 'Square of Miracles', and one of Italy's most iconic structures, the 'Leaning Tower'. In the evening why not enjoy some typical local cuisine at our optional Tuscan dinner? (B)

DAY 5: Montecatini. At leisure.

The day is yours to relax. Alternatively, why not join our optional excursion? First we visit the exquisitely beautiful city of Siena, with its well preserved medieval and gothic streets converging at the grand Piazza del Campo. Then we head to the town of San Gimignano, characterised by its distinctive towers and set atop a hill affording panoramic views of the Tuscan countryside. (B, D)

DAY 6: Tuscan countryside & Chianti tasting.

Today's excursion gives you a chance to experience the beauty of the Tuscan countryside and the Chianti valley, as well as visit a vineyard and taste some of the region's rich red wine. (B, D)

DAY 7: Montecatini. At leisure.

Perhaps spend the day exploring Montecatini further or simply relax amongst the lovely surroundings. Alternatively, enjoy our optional excursion to Vinci, the former home town of Leonardo da Vinci. (B, D)

DAY 8: Montecatini - Tuscan Riviera.

Transfer to your chosen hotel on the Tuscan Riviera for a 7 night stay. (Meals as per hotel details).

DAY 9 to 14: Tuscan Riviera. At leisure.

Spend a week in resort in your own leisurely way. (Meals as per hotel details).

DAY 15: Tuscan Riviera - Pisa - UK.

Transfer to the airport in Pisa for your return flight to the UK. (B)

Grand Hotel Plaza
Grand Hotel Plaza, Montecatini

Grand Hotel Plaza

This elegant hotel with its beautiful and classic décor, boasts a reputation for quality and a warm, friendly ambience.

Location: In the centre of town, close to shops, bars and restaurants and some of the towns many spas.

Facilities: Swimming pool; sun terrace; gardens; restaurant; large lounge area; American bar; minibar and safety deposit box in bedrooms.

Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; hairdryer; satellite TV and air-conditioning.

Options: Single room.

Official category: 4 star.

Dune

Dune

Occupying a great position only 50 metres across the road from the promenade and the wide sandy beach, this is a modern, comfortable hotel within easy reach of restaurants, cafés and bars, and is an excellent holiday base.

Location: At one end of Lido di Camaiore, across the road from the beach. 700 metres from the resort and its facilities including shops and open-air cafés that line the promenade.

Facilities: Swimming pool; lounge/bar; buffet breakfast; restaurant; tennis court; lift; minibar and safety deposit boxes in bedrooms.

Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with private facilities; balcony; air-conditioning; satellite TV.

Options: Single room; half board; sea view.

Official category: 4 star.

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