b'ClassicExperience the unique essence of Tuscanys celebrated medieval towns, rolling hills and Renaissance cities from10 DAYS from 2,299ppthe historic spa town of Montecatini Terme. 2,099 ppYOUR ITINERARY FROM TURIN 11 TO SAINT-RAPHALDay 1. From London to the city of TurinAt London St Pancras you holiday begins as we join the Eurostar to Paris. Lucca FlorenceWe then continue by First Class rail to Turin, where we spend the night.7Viareggio MontecatiniDay 2. Continuing to the historic town of Montecatini Terme Pisa San GimignanoAfter a morning exploring Turin, we travel by First Class rail to Florence, then transfer to Montecatini Terme. Our spa hotel is close to the famous hotSienasprings, and above us is the Old Town of Montecatini Alto. ITALYDay 3. Exploring Montecatini Terme at leisureYou are free to explore Montecatini Terme today. You could visit the 18th-century Terme Tettuccio, a drinking spa, where you can sample the different healing waters and look around its lavish Liberty architecture. WHATS INCLUDED:Day 4. A day in Florence, the Jewel of the Renaissance9 nights 4-Star hotel Today is a highlight as we tour the Renaissance city of Florence. We see theaccommodation terracotta-tiled Duomo, the Santa Maria Novella Church and the legendary Eurostar PlusPonte Vecchio bridge. There is also free time for you to look around at your First Class rail travelown pace. The city is the world capital of Renaissance art, which you can discover in its many galleries, churches and Medici palaces.All rail and coach travelthroughout your tourDay 5. Discovering Lucca and Pisas Field of Miracles Expertise of a UK Tour Manager This morning we travel by rail to the walled city of Lucca, where you canfrom start to finishexplore independently, with bicycle hire included. Besides the Duomo, Luccas Piazza Anfiteatro, once a Roman amphitheatre, is a must see. We then head toEurostar light mealsPisa, to see the Leaning Tower and the Romanesque Duomo. Breakfast each day,1 lunch, 6 dinnersDay 6. San Gimignano to Villa Machiavelli for a tour and dinner All guided tours and excursionsWe travel to by coach into the Tuscan countryside to San Gimignano, a medieval hill town known for its fourteen towers. Theres free time over lunch to explore this Tuscan gem, dubbed the Medieval Manhattan. This afternoon, we visit the historic Il Borgo Machiavelli, once home to philosopher, NiccolTour Code: TUS| per person based onMachiavelli. Here, we enjoy drinks and dinner in a glorious setting.2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 420.Day 7. A free day to explore Montecatini Terme or beyondWith another free day to discover Montecatini Terme, you could visit the2025 Departures: medieval old town. Here, you can admire views across the Tuscan hills andAPR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTwander among the ancient townhouses, churches and medieval walls.Day 8. Discovering charismatic Siena Everyday Traveller RatedAnother highlight of the holiday awaits as we drive to medieval Siena.A guided tour takes us past the Duomo, one of Italys most magnificent1 2 3 4churches, with statues by Donatello and Michelangelo, and ends at the citys most famous sight, the incredible shell-shaped Piazza del Campo.Day 9. On our way home via the Cte dAzurBidding farewell to Montecatini Terme, we transfer by coach to Viareggio. Here, we take our First Class seats for a scenic rail journey to Ventimiglia thenSecure your place nowcontinue by coach to Saint-Raphal for a night on the Cte dAzur.with a 525pp depositDay 10. Homeward bound For more information on This morning we start our journey home, travelling by First Class rail to Paris. In the French capital, we switch to the Eurostar service back to London St Pancras. dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/TUSITALY 29'