Pisa, Siena and San Gimignano Day Trip from Florence Including Lunch
12 hours
Florence, Italy
About this activity
This full-day tour begins at the conveniently located Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence. Meet your guide, board your air-conditioned coach, and set off for the Tuscan countryside.
The first stop is Siena, famous for the medieval architecture in its UNESCO World Heritage–listed historical center. Follow your guide to the Siena Cathedral, which features a distinctive, black-and-white facade and an even more opulent interior.
Next, eat a hearty 3-course lunch with pasta, bruschetta, and local wine at a local restaurant or winery. Reboard your bus to continue to the hilltop town of San Gimignano, where you have free time to explore its medieval history and many towers on your own.
Finally, head to Pisa, to visit the UNESCO-listed Piazza del Duomo and its many landmarks, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Pisa Cathedral.
The tour ends upon your return to central Florence.
Highlights
- Round-trip transportation from Florence via air-conditioned bus
- Guaranteed admission to the opulent Siena Cathedral
- Enjoy a 3-course Tuscan lunch accompanied by wine
- Explore the many landmarks of San Gimignano and Pisa at your leisure
Full description
Leave the bustle of Florence behind on this tour into the Tuscan countryside. See many of the region’s most popular landmarks in the space of a single day. Traveling via a comfortable, air-conditioned bus, visit Siena (and enjoy guaranteed admission to Siena Cathedral), eat a traditional Tuscan lunch, explore the medieval town of San Gimignano, and get up close to the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Included / Excluded
- Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
- Expert multilingual escort
- Free time in Pisa and San Gimignano
- Lunch in a typical wine farm
- Siena tour with professional guide (if option selected)
- Admission fee to Siena Cathedral (if option selected)
- Entry/Admission - Duomo di Siena
- Entry/Admission - Chianti Road
- Entry/Admission - Piazza della Cisterna
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Guide in Siena and admission fee to Siena Cathedral in case you do not select all inclusive options)
- Entry/Admission - Torre del Mangia
- Entry/Admission - Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Entry/Admission - Duomo di Pisa
Meeting point
Piazzale Montelungo, Firenze FI, Italy TOURS & NEWS KIOSK AT PIAZZALE MONTELUNGO BUS TERMINAL Located at 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Look for our staff wearing a FUCHSIA CIAOFLORENCE JACKET and holding a CIAOFLORENCE CLIPBOARD!
Important information
Know before you book
- Duration: 12h
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Kindly note that the Semi Independent option does not include the local guide in Siena
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Kindly note that "Semi Independent options" and "No Catheral options" do not include entrance tickets to Siena’s Cathedral
Please note that the given order of the visits may change
Entrance into Siena Cathedral requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered
All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
LOW SEASON (From November, 1st until March, 31st): English and Spanish languages are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in French, German, Italian or Portuguese a minimum of 4 pax is required
HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: GERMAN: Thursday - min 2 pax FRENCH: Wednesday, Saturday - min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Tuesday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Sunday - min 2 pax
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Covid-19 Mesures: A safe distance of one meter between clients will be maintained whenever possible. All our vehicles will be deep-cleaned and disinfected before and after each service. The use of masks is mandatory; clients must bring their own mask. Alcohol gel will be available on all our vehicles. Temperature will be checked for staff and visitors. Disinfected radio units will be provided, and headphones will be single-use. Showing your voucher on your phone will be enough; it is not necessary to print anything.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 63 travelers
Kindly note that the Semi Independent option does not include the local guide in Siena
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Kindly note that "Semi Independent options" and "No Catheral options" do not include entrance tickets to Siena’s Cathedral
Please note that the given order of the visits may change
Entrance into Siena Cathedral requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered
All participants who are over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 15 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
LOW SEASON (From November, 1st until March, 31st): English and Spanish languages are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in French, German, Italian or Portuguese a minimum of 4 pax is required
HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: GERMAN: Thursday - min 2 pax FRENCH: Wednesday, Saturday - min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Tuesday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Sunday - min 2 pax
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Covid-19 Mesures: A safe distance of one meter between clients will be maintained whenever possible. All our vehicles will be deep-cleaned and disinfected before and after each service. The use of masks is mandatory; clients must bring their own mask. Alcohol gel will be available on all our vehicles. Temperature will be checked for staff and visitors. Disinfected radio units will be provided, and headphones will be single-use. Showing your voucher on your phone will be enough; it is not necessary to print anything.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 63 travelers