About this tour
A private eight-hour loop linking two of Tuscany's most recognisable towns. You'll start in Lucca's walled medieval centre with a guided introduction, then spend substantial time exploring independently—including entry to San Martino Cathedral, its bell tower, museum, and the archaeological layers beneath Saints Giovanni and Reparata. After lunch (on your dime), drive to Pisa for an unhurried afternoon around Piazza dei Miracoli, taking in the famous tower, cathedral, and baptistery exteriors without the crush of group tours.
Highlights
- Climb Lucca's cathedral bell tower for town views
- Walk freely atop Lucca's 16th-century rampart walls
- Descend into buried church archaeology beneath the piazza
- Private car avoids coach-park queues entirely
- Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli at your own rhythm
- Air-conditioned vehicle between sites
What to expect
Your driver meets you in Florence and handles the 90-minute drive to Lucca. Once there, you receive a short orientation to the city layout and key landmarks, then you're free to wander. The cathedral complex tickets are yours to use—you can spend 45 minutes or three hours exploring the different spaces and archaeological dig. Rejoin your driver at an agreed time, grab lunch somewhere in town (your choice, your cost), then it's another hour west to Pisa. You'll have roughly two to three hours around the Piazza dei Miracoli; your driver can point out the major structures but won't shepherd you through them. The return to Florence takes about two hours.
Good to know
Bring comfortable walking shoes—you'll cover decent ground on foot in both towns. The driver provides introductions only; you explore churches and museums solo. Prams and infant seats are available. Lunch is not included, so budget accordingly. Book ahead if you're travelling with small children.
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