Love in Italy
SIGHTSEEING 😍 Florence: Leaning tower of Pisa| Siena: Hot Air Balloon, Self -drive to Chianti, Selfdrive to Cinque Terre | Palermo: Walking tour, Self -drive to Cefalu and Coreleon, Self-drive to Mt Etna, 45 min Massage Therapy|
Included/Excluded
- ✓ 08 night accommodation with breakfast ✓ Above accommodation at room categories higher than basic ✓ Airport to hotel transfer on private basis in Florence ✓ 10 Days Rental Fee from Florence to Florence and Palermo to Palermo – (Lancia Y or Similar Manual or for standard and deluxe package and Audi S1 Automatic for Premium package – Convertible vehicle on request at additional charge) ✓ Leaning tower of Pisa ticket only ✓ Hot Air Balloon ride including a glass of champagne and transfer on seat in coach basis ✓ Dinner at local restaurant in Siena ✓ Walking tour of Palermo with a small group ✓ 45 mins relax massage at Bellasera Spa Palermo
- → International and domestic airfare → Tips and Porterage → Optional tours and transfers → Entrance to sightseeing/tour points – to the recommended areas → Visa and insurance → Adventure activities can be pre booked at additional charge → GST & TCS as applicable
Tour Plan
On arrival in Florence you will be transferred to the hotel. Check in. The day is at leisure to explore the city on your own. Overnight at a hotel in Florence.
After breakfast, pick up your car and drive towards Pisa city. Park your car at the main car park & travel on foot towards the city centre. You have time free to roam about the city and visit the leaning tower (entrance included). Post lunch, drive south towards the famous vineyard region of Siena. Check into the hotel. Evening at leisure. Overnight at a hotel in Siena. (B)
This morning, take in the gorgeous view of Tuscan lands. The hot air balloon will take you upto 2000 feet over rolling hills, Italian villas, imposing castles and sprawling vineyards and olive gardens. Toast this experience with a glass of sparkling wine. Return to the hotel for breakfast. Today, self-drive to Chianti region and explore the town, vineyards, and olive gardens. You can also get a chance to taste the wine at one of the estates (Chianti Classico being one of the wines). Tip: The gelato ice-cream is worth the try Return to Siena. In the evening, experience an authentic Italian moment in the Tuscan countryside. Patrizia opens the doors of her beautiful villa located a stone's throw from Siena to share with you a typical Tuscan 'aperitivo' by the pool. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and taste local delicacies and fine wine. Overnight at a hotel in Siena. (B)
Cinque Terre is an area, declared World Heritage by UNESCO, where earth and sea fuse to create a unique and unforgettable landscape. The area consists of rocky coasts made of caves, beaches and paths with breathtaking landscapes. The main towns are Manarola, Vernazza, Riomaggiore, Corniglia and Monterosso. (3hrs drive per way). You can choose to visit all or a few of the towns at leisure. Overnight at hotel in Siena (B)
Today drive back to Florence airport, drop off your vehicle and take the flight to Palermo. Palermo is a civilization on the edge of Europe, a place where you will find Arabic influenced markets and Baroque churches. On arrival, pick up your vehicle and transfer to the hotel. Relax and enjoy the evening at leisure. In the evening proceed to a Spa centre for a 45 mins relaxing massage. Overnight at a hotel in Palermo. (B)
Today take a 3 hour tour of the street food of Palermo, the authentic art treasures and beautiful monuments of Palermo and you can browse through the street markets which represent a true mix of culture, customs and food tradition. Walk along the old Cassaro (Corso Vittorio Emanuele), see Ballarò, Capo and Vucciria markets, the oldest and most popular areas of Palermo. The richness of the artistic treasures of Palermo join the gastronomy and street food. The walk will be an opportunity to taste some specialties from Palermo including the distinctive flavours of the street food, the "sfincione" (dough topped with onion, cheese, bread crumbs, tomato and oregano), the "panelle" (fried chickpea flour), the "crocché" (potatoes croquettes), the "arancini'' stuffed with meat or butter (ball of rice stuffed), caponata (eggplants with tomatoes, capers, onions and olives) and a little cannoli (dessert filled with a cream containing ricotta). Overnight at a hotel in Palermo. (B)
Today you will get time to explore the nearby towns. Drive to Corlene, a charming old town in Sicily popularised by the filming of the movie “Godfather”. It also has a rich archeological history you can learn more at the MuseoCivico. If you are a nature lover you can stop at the BorgottaFicuza nature reserve which lies between Palermo and Corleone. From Corleone proceed to Cefalu, well known for its pristine beaches. Apart from the beaches, take out some time to visit the ancient laundry area. During ancient times, women used to wash their families' clothes here. You get to see the pools being filled with water and pass through narrow lanes which flow into the sea. Sant'ambrogio is another place to visit, a quaint area tucked in a hill. It is 5 kms from Cefalu. Return to Palermo. Overnight at a hotel in Palermo. (B)
Today after breakfast, you get a chance to visit one of the world's active volcanoes. Located about 3 hrs away from Palermo, Mt Etna is an active volcano which erupts lava now and then. You can take a walk on the Silvestri craters or take the cable car and off the vehicle road to a higher altitude. From here you can admire the views of the sea and the craters. Overnight at a hotel in Palermo. (B)
Today check out, and drop of your vehicle at the airport for your flight back home. (B)
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