Around Tuscany: Carrara Marbles, Pisa & Lucca

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11 hours (approximately)
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Explore the white marble quarries of Carrara, famous for its beauty and used in many works of art, including those by Michelangelo. You will have the opportunity to see how the marble is extracted and enjoy a light lunch on a panoramic terrace within the quarry, offering breathtaking views and a unique dining experience. Discover the famous Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Leaning Tower, the Duomo, the Baptistery and the Camposanto. Marvel at the world-famous Leaning Tower and capture unforgettable photos. Step inside the Cathedral to admire the exquisite Pisan Romanesque architecture and stunning artworks. Stroll through the historic streets of Lucca, visit the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, and the Guinigi Tower from the outside. You will have free time to do some shopping, enjoy a good Tuscan aperitif or walk along the 4 km of walls!

What's Included

Private transportation
Tickets
Light Lunch
Licensed guide
WiFi on board
4x4 vehicle
Wine&Food tasting
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In Piazza Antinori, in front of the church

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet our driver at the meeting point in Florence. Starting from the village of Levigliani, you will reach the quarries in a 4x4 vehicle. A trip to the stunning Marble Quarries is the best way to savour the atmosphere of this beautiful area. Enter a spectacular environment that is completely different from anything you may have seen before. The quarry is no respecter of human size, the quarry is the size of giants, ceilings dozens and dozens of metres high, huge halls, gigantic blocks and excavation equipment weighing up to 80 tonnes.

    2 hours 45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    After this plunge into the history of marble processing, enjoy a unique aperitif on the panoramic terrace, with a selection of local wines and foods such as the famous Lardo di Colonnata, a town not far from the quarries of Carrara, or the famous 'Ipogeo' wine.

    2 hours 45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Piazza dei Miracoli

    You will leave this wonderful place to head, in our van, to Pisa. With one of our professional guide you will discover the secrets of the “Piazza dei Miracoli” and its world-famous monuments like the Leaning Tower or the Cathedral! You can enter inside the Cathedral and enjoy its beauty!

    2 hours 45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lucca

    Finally, in direction of Lucca, famous for its historical monuments, it is one of the few towns to preserve its historical centre, rich in ancient structures from various eras, completely surrounded by 16th-century walls. Discover its Torre Guinigi and its fascinating squares! At the end enjoy a typical Tuscan aperitif before going home.

    2 hours 45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The light lunch will be held on the terrace when possible, subject to availability. If the terrace is not available, the light lunch will be held at another location.
  • Let us know if you have any dietary restrictions
Supplied by Keys Of Italy / Florence

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Day Trips
Wine Tastings
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Wine Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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