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Explore medieval villages, discover Renaissance architecture, visit ancient marble quarries and savor renowned wine and cuisine as you learn the timeless story of Tuscany and Florence.
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Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule
Highlights
- Visit the famed quarries of Carrara to learn why this marble is the material of choice for great sculptors and architects
- Explore the villa of Lorenzo de'Medici at Poggio a Caiano, and visit a winery in the Tuscan countryside to sample Tuscan wines
- View the great masterpieces in Florence: works by Donatello, Brunelleschi, Ghiberti, Caravaggio, Cellini and Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture, “David
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Explore medieval villages, discover Renaissance architecture, visit ancient marble quarries and savor renowned wine and cuisine as you learn the timeless story of Tuscany and Florence.
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
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End CityOperator does not provide
Travel Themes
- 50 plus
- Education / Learning
Destinations
- Europe
- Italy
Attractions
- Lucca
- Pisa
- Siena
- Tuscany
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Itinerary
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1 In Transit to Program In Flight
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2 Arrive Lucca, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Lucca L,D Albergo Celide Activity note: Hotel check-in from 2:00 p.m. Drive to Lucca is 25 miles, and takes about 30 minutes. The orientation walk in Lucca is less than 1 mile. Lunch: At the hotel restauran...
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3 Basilica of San Martino, Tuscan History Lecture Lucca B,L,D Albergo Celide Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles exploring Lucca with extended periods of standing during site visits. Breakfast: At the hotel, the buffet choices include an egg dish, fresh fruit...
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4 Carrara Marble, Cucina Povera, Puccini Recital Lucca B,L Albergo Celide Activity note: Coach to Carrara is 28 miles, and takes 30 minutes. Short walk along a dusty dirt path with a slight incline from the coach drop-off area to the observation terrace overlooking...
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5 Piazza dei Miracoli, Duomo, Tower of Pisa Lucca B,D Albergo Celide Activity note: Getting on/off a train. Walking up to 4 miles total throughout the day on mostly level urban stone sidewalks and streets; small rise on a grassy knoll to reach the path on our morni...
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6 Siena, Winery, Duomo, Museo dell'Opera del Duomo Siena B,L,D NH Siena Hotel Activity note: Coach to Siena is 90 miles and takes 2 hours. Walking up to 2 miles in Siena; some stairs in front of the Duomo; pedestrian only roads with inclines to the main square. ...
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7 Life in Italy Today, Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles on hilly terrain over stone paved streets of Siena; negotiating the inclines and descents of the hill town of Siena will require more effort than...
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8 Palio Walk & Lecture, San Gimignano, Organic Farm Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel Activity note: The drive from Siena to San Gimignano is 27 miles, and takes 1 hour. Walking up to 1.5 miles in the small town; not strenuous but the town roads are inclined. Break...
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9 Pienza, Free Time, Tuscan Hills Siena B,D NH Siena Hotel Activity note: Drive to Pienza is 35 miles, and takes 1 hour. Walking up to 1.5 miles in Pienza, a very small hill town. Breakfast: Hotel buffet. Morning: We’ll begin our day with a field trip via...
Day
10 Poggio a Caiano, Galleria dell'Accademia Florence B,L,D Hotel Berchielli Activity note: Drive to Florence is 42 miles, and takes 1.5 hours. Walking up to 1.5 miles. The sculpture gallery is on the ground level at the Accademia; the picture gallery on the upper l...
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11 Renaissance Art Lecture, Free Time, Galleria degli Uffizi Florence B,L Hotel Berchielli Activity note: The walk from the restaurant to the Uffizi Gallery is about 400 yards (3 minutes). Breakfast: At the hotel, buffet choices include an egg dish, sliced col...
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12 Bargello, Free Afternoon, Farewell Dinner Florence B,D Hotel Berchielli Activity note: Walking up to 2 miles. The Bargello has a flight of stone stairs to reach the upper floor; a small elevator is in service for those who require it. Breakfast: Hotel buffe...
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13 Program Concludes, In Transit From Program In Flight B Activity note: Hotel check out by 11:00 a.m. Assistance is offered loading and unloading bags from the van or coach. Wheel your own bag luggage to the check in counter. See your program's travel details rega...
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Road Scholar, the not-for-profit leader in educational travel since 1975, offers 5,500 educational tours in all 50 states and 150 countries. Alongside local and renowned experts, experience in-depth and behind-the-scenes learning opportunities, from cultural tours and study cruises to walking, biking and more.
Programs For Whatever You Love to Do:
Much more than a tour, a Road Scholar program is a true learning adventure. Whether you join us in Seattle or Santiago, Beijing or Berlin, Road Scholar programs all share four unique attributes:
--Exceptional opportunities for learning and exploration through special behind-the-scenes access to the world's most fascinating treasures, led by our passionate and knowledgeable instructors.
--The shared fellowship of learning and warm camaraderie, whether a solo traveler or with a companion.
--Comfortable accommodations and appetizing meals.
--Excellent value.
Explore Your Mind and the World:
There are no grades or tests on Road Scholar programs. All that's needed is an inquiring mind, an adventurous spirit, and the belief that learning and discovery are lifelong pursuits.
Established in 1975, Road Scholar offers participants once-in-a-lifetime experiences delivered by local and world-renowned experts. Experience in-depth and behind-the-scenes learning opportunities, from cultural excursions and study cruises to walking, biking and more.
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Adventures Afloat Cruises: On these educational cruises, you’ll traverse some of the world's most spectacular waterways, offering you a convenient and rewarding way to learn and explore aboard ocean liners, riverboats and small ships.
Independent City Discoveries: Combine structured learning with independent discovery — each program includes hotel accommodations and some meals, lectures, expert-led field trips and detailed outlines for four self-guided excursions.
Grandparent Travel: Discover and explore together with your grandchild through interactive learning experiences and field trips. Both you and your grandchild will share the joy of learning with other grandparents and their grandchildren, bridging generations and opening doors to discovery and friendship.
National Parks: From Denali to the Everglades and countless beautiful, historic places in between, field trips to America’s National Parks reveal what tourists can’t see on their own, with specialized experts showing you how to track wildlife or lead you to the spot with the most awe-inspiring view.
Outdoor Adventures: From hiking in the Grand Canyon to exploring France by barge and bicycle, to sharpening your golf or tennis skills, these active programs exercise the body and the mind.
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Small Groups: Love to learn in a small-group setting? Check out this collection of programs that have 10-24 participants.
Why Road Scholar?
You Can't Beat Road Scholar's Remarkable Value: Our all-inclusive prices have no hidden costs. Compare the price of one of our programs to what it would cost to duplicate the experience on your own (if that's even possible) and you'll see what we mean by "remarkable value."
Lifelong Learning and Lifelong Friends: When you participate in a Road Scholar program, you will not only expand your mind, you will be in the company of other people who believe that learning is one of the best parts of life.
Instructors Who Inspire: Road Scholar instructors are both experts in their field and lifelong learners themselves who are excited to answer your questions, hear your opinions and share in your experience.
Solo Participants Love Our Programs: Road Scholar programs are renowned for being inclusive, warm and welcoming for solo participants. We can either match you with a roommate or, on most programs, you can choose to room on your own.
Think Outside the Tour: The educational focus of Road Scholar programs makes us completely different from a commercial travel tour. Road Scholar programs offer educational experiences that answer the what's, the why's and the how-to's.
You Go Where Others Can't: We've been offering educational experiences since 1975 and we've made connections with educators and other local "insiders" all around the world, creating learning opportunities that show you the world in a way that just can't be done on your own or on a "tour."
We've Covered All the Bases: From expert-led lectures and field trips to comfortable lodgings and meals, we handle all the details, including the ones you might not anticipate. We've taken the worry out of the planning, so you can focus on your learning experience.
Peace of Mind Through the Road Scholar Travel Assistance Plan: The Road Scholar Travel Assistance Plan, which is purchased on behalf of every participant, provides 24-hour emergency assistance in the unlikely case of a medical emergency.
Scholarships for Those in Financial Need: Each year, Road Scholar awards $250,000 in scholarships toward programs in North America for those who do not have the financial means to participate.
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- 26 Meals
- 11 Breakfasts
- 6 Lunches
- 9 Dinners
- The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Vegetarian, Gluten Free
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