Discovering Tuscany's hidden treasures: San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano mysterious Abbey day trip from Florence
About This Tour
Discover a different side of Tuscany on this full-day journey from Florence to three remarkable destinations: San Gimignano, Volterra, and the mysterious San Ga...
Duration: 12 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Florence, Volterra, San Gimignano · Languages: English
Know before you go: We are sorry to inform you that this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility; Comfortable shoes are recommended; Please, note that the given order of the visits may change; Small 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
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San Gimignano
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What's Included
- 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
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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1Day 01
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.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Florence, IT · Tour start: Florence, IT — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
