Best of Florence & Tuscany Day Tour by High-speed Train from Rome

Cut travel time to Florence in half by high-speed train and make the most of an unforgettable day exploring the cradle of the Renaissance and home to artistic geniuses such as Michelangelo, Dante, da Vinci, Machiavelli, and Galileo.

Your expert local guide will unveil the great beauty of Florence and its famous landmarks including the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, the Vasari Corridor, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria- the political heart of Florence where an exact replica of Michelangelo’s statue of David stands.

What makes this tour truly unique? After the Florence walking tour, choose whether to continue exploring Florence on your own or travel to a family-run Tuscan winery for an unforgettably intimate wine and food experience. Five wines will be paired with local cured meats, cheeses, breads, and extra virgin olive oil produced on the grounds. Enjoy a light lunch followed by free time in San Gimignano before returning to Florence in time for your return train to Rome.

Meet at Termini Station and board a state-of-the-art high-speed train for the 1.5 hour scenic ride to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and artistic geniuses such as Michelangelo, Dante Alighieri, Leonardo da Vinci, Niccolo Machiavelli, and Galileo Galilei.

As you step off the train your local guide will greet you and lead you into Europe’s most charming city. On a 2.5 hour walking tour, your guide will unveil the great beauty of Florence and its immensely rich history, architectural wonders and vibrant culture.

Your local guide will show you famous landmarks like the Florence Duomo, Brunlleschi’s unrivaled Dome, and the Baptistery of St. John, adorned with its famous “Gates of Paradise”. Next you’ll take in Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence where an exact replica of Michelangelo’s world-renowned statue of David stands. This lively square is home to Palazzo Vecchio, a medieval fortress turned town hall, which showcases stunning Renaissance artwork and architecture.

Heading along towards the River Arno, we’ll stroll past the Uffizi Museum and view the famous Vasari Corridor.

Applies to specific option: Travel by Coach from Florence through the Chianti region to San Gimignano

Applies to specific option: Enjoy a scenic ride and rest your feet while cruising through the perfectly manicured hills of Tuscany and arrive at an independent winery overlooking the medieval towers of San Gimignano. Visit the vines and see how age-old winemaking traditions have been maintained through the years and incorporated into the modern production of today’s highly prized wines. Learn a bit of wine lingo such as what the initials DOCG mean and what classifies a wine as “Super-Tuscan” while hearing the winemaker’s heartwarming story during a guided tasting of six wines including the famous Vernaccia di San Gimignano and of course a Chianti.

Each wine will be paired with local cured meats, cheeses, breads, and of course extra virgin olive oil produced on the grounds. The wine and food pairing will conclude with a first course.

Applies to specific option: Last but not least on this Tuscan getaway is a visit to the enchanting town of San Gimignano. Your guide will allow you free time to admire the 14 remaining medieval towers, quintessential Tuscan cobblestone side streets, artisanal shops and gelaterias.

Applies to specific option: Travel by coach from San Gimignano to Florence Rail station for return train

Applies to specific option: From San Gimignano you’ll make your way back to the Florence train station in time to depart for Rome!

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges

• Rail ticket and Florence Tour
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  Rail ticket and Florence Tour: Enjoy free time to explore Florence on your own after the guided walking tour. Total free time in Florence: approx. 5 hrs
  Included:: Round trip high-speed rail travel between Rome and Florence, walking tour, free time to explore Florence in the afternoon.
• Add-on: Tuscan Wine Trail
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  Winery visit and light lunch: Tour a family owned winery nestled in the Tuscan Hills where you’ll enjoy an intimate wine tasting experience and lunch.
  Visit to San Gimignano : Enjoy Free time for shopping and exploring in charming San Gimignano, known for its medieval walled city and towers.

• Round trip high-speed rail tickets from Rome
• Free time in San Gimignano for exploring (applies to specific option)
• Guided walking tour of historic Florence
• Winery tour with tasting and light lunch (applies to specific option)
• Air conditioned coach between Florence and San Gimignano (applies to specific option)

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Arrive at Termini Station 30 minutes before departure. A representative holding an ItaliaTours sign will be waiting to check you in in front of Caffe Vergnano inside Termini Station on the departures level. Enter the main terminal from any of the multiple entrances and make your way to the shopping area facing track #1.

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Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges.

Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time. Please note that public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.

In the event of significant delays to rail travel (1 hour or more) we will consider postponing the return journey if necessary in order to cover the entire itinerary, and reversing the order of tour and lunch. Kindly note this very remote possibility when making evening plans in Rome.

Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity.

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• This Tour is Provided by ItaliaTours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 177 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.