Top Tuscany On the Water

Glide under the iconic Ponte Vecchio bridge and across the Arno River on a Florence river cruise. Hop aboard your barchetto—a small traditional boat that is one of only four still operating in the city. As you see the sights like the famous Uffizi Gallery from the water, toast your fellow mates with glass of chilled Tuscan rosé or white wine. Breakfast is included on morning trips.

Spend the day exploring the Italian coast on a private excursion from the Port of Livorno to Cinque Terre. Travel by climate-controlled luxury car and follow a customizable itinerary flexible to your needs and desires. Your multilingual guide will handle all the logistics of the day. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to see more of Italy explore the coast, and value exclusivity.

The panoramic excursion includes the descent of the stretch of the Arno river that flows through the historic center of Florence, from San Niccolò to Santa Rosa. The river offers a truly unique perspective, with the possibility of taking magnificent photographs of the most famous buildings and monuments (Pontevecchio, Vasari Corridor, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Santa Trìnita etc.). A perfect mix of sport and culture, the guides who will accompany you will tell anecdotes about the river and its centuries-old relationship with the city. Paddling in a group under the arches of Pontevecchio, an unforgettable experience!

Enjoy a relaxing cruise by traditional barchetto boat to view the sunset in Florence. From your seat in your boat on the Arno River, get great views of landmarks such as Ponte Vecchio, Ponte Santa Trinita, and the traditional buildings that line the river banks. Your guide navigates the boat and shares stories about Venice along the way.

Get fast track access to the Medici Chapels in Florence with this skip-the-line entrance ticket. Breeze past the long lines and enjoy direct entry to this chapel, commissioned by the Medici family and constructed in the 16th century. Marvel at the allegorical sculptures by Michelangelo that decorate the two Medici tombs and the opulent decoration of the chapel's interior. This self-guided tour is flexible; you can explore at your own pace.

Visitors often have to join long lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery, spending more time outside than admiring its art treasures. This ticket lets you bypass the main entrance lines, so you can head inside and explore independently without any long wait. View paintings by artists including Lippi and del Sarto, see unfinished works by Michelangelo, and marvel at the star attraction, Michelangelo’s sublime 'David.'

Art, history, countryside, food. Tuscany has it all. If you only have one day free, venture into Tuscany on this day trip from Florence and discover the region's highlights with a local guide. Explore the medieval city of Siena and its cathedral before heading to the hills of Chianti for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting (optional). Roam the streets of San Gimignano, and travel to Pisa to admire the architectural drama of Cathedral Square—home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa. Upgrade to include admission to climb the tower.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on this walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. You'll also skip the lines at the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral. Afterward, stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Avoid the long general-admission lines during your visit to the Uffizi Gallery by prebooking this timed-entry admission ticket. Save time as a host helps you get your tickets . Explore the expansive museum at your own pace with access to 1,500 works of art, as well as Renaissance paintings from artists like Michelangelo and Botticelli.

Explore the Italian Riviera on this day trip to the Cinque Terre from Florence, with optional transport between each small town (added cost). After arriving at La Spezia, follow your guide to each fishing village by coach, train, and boat, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Stop to swim in the turquoise waters and upgrade to include a traditional Italian lunch. Soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.

Skip the long general admission lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery by prebooking this Accademia Gallery Admission Ticket with timed entry. This admission ticket is easy to pick up from near the entrance, where a host greets you and assists you as needed. Get special timed entry into the museum and explore the works of Michelangelo, Botticelli, and other impressive artists at your own pace.

See all that Tuscany has to offer on this day trip to Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano from Florence. Led by an expert guide, explore the main square and Gothic cathedral in Siena, followed by a traditional, 3-course lunch with wine pairing. Afterward, enjoy free time to stroll the medieval streets of San Gimignano independently, as well as the city of Pisa, famous for its UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower. Your full day of sightseeing concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Experience the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre in one day with a guided tour through the five idyllic fishing villages of old-world Italy. Following the walking trails along the cliffs of the national park, you will see glorious views of this unspoiled stretch of the Italian Riviera. Check out the highlights and learn about the area as you complete a 3.4-mile (5.5-km) route with your guide. If you choose the tour option without hiking, the train will be used instead to move between villages.

With a maximum of 9 travelers per booking, step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access and skip-the-line entrance, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of your guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

Enjoy a full-day tour into the heart of the beautiful Tuscan countryside. Visit the town of San Gimignano, the wine territory of Chianti, the medieval town of Siena, and the Colle Alta in Colle di Val d'Elsa. This tour includes wine-tasting and a nice mix of guided exploration and free time at each destination.

Many visitors are surprised to learn that Florence is home to three “David” statues—but the original masterpiece by Michelangelo is housed within the Accademia Gallery. Feast your eyes on the real thing without wasting time standing in line thanks to priority museum entrance. Whether you want to quickly see the colossal statue and move on or linger among other Renaissance treasures, do so at your own pace.

Our guide will make you discover the treasures of this wild and fascinating island. We will leave from the port of Piombino and after about an hour of crossing we will reach Portoferraio, the main port of Elba. We will guide you to discover the eastern side of the island, with some stops in its characteristic and ancient villages. This will be followed by a stop in Marina di Campo where we can relax on the beach and have free time for lunch. It will be a day dedicated to nature and relaxation. The return is expected in the evening.

Explore the wild side of Tuscany with this unique river rafting experience. Slip on a wetsuit and hop aboard a raft to glide through the pristine Lima River gorge in the Val di Lima just north of Lucca. Stop to swim, explore on foot, bodysurf on the rushing current, or jump from the high gorge banks — all with the assistance of your river guide.

You can try a unique excursion a stone's throw from the historic center of Lucca. An activity suitable for everyone and for all occasions! Couples, families, birthdays, stag and hen parties, fun is guaranteed. Rafting is ideal for first-timers, and is ideal for everyone.

Take in two of the most pristine islands in the Tuscan Archipelago National Park by land and sea with this boat tour from Porto Santo Stefano. Circle Giglio, stopping to swim and snorkel off the coast, plus dock to explore the village of Giglio Castello. After a break for lunch on board, head to the tiny island of Giannutri and drop anchor at one of the only bays with a beach for a dip.

The exploration, during the summer, of the Cocciglia Canyon, carved by the Lima stream over the millennia is an activity for everyone, adults and children. The Canyon is wild and uncontaminated, among water springs that flow from millenary rocks, natural pools where you can swim and dive, toboggans and water slides where you can be carried away by the force of the current and rock walls on which to climb to make incredible dives (optional up to 8m high !!) in the emerald blue of the stream. Ideal for those who accept the challenge and want to be amazed in front of the spectacles of nature, it is certainly the best water activity to escape from the summer heat and at the same time have fun in safety !!

Take a break from the heat and crowds on land and discover the pristine coastline of Elba Island from the sea with this unique sea kayak adventure. Join your certified kayak instructor for a short tutorial, then paddle along the most scenic stretches of coastline and stop to swim at a number of secluded beaches along the way.

Voyage through the Renaissance heart of Florence without the crowds on a 2-hour stand-up paddle board adventure. Learn basic paddling and steering techniques to get you standing up in no time, and enjoy a leisurely paddle down the River Arno. As you navigate the calm waters, pass by riverside attractions like the Ufizzi Gallery and Palazzo Corsini, and glide beneath the famous Ponte Vecchio bridge. No experience is necessary on this family-friendly tour.