BestPrivateTours.com - Florence & Pisa-Profiles of Power-Shore Excursion

OVERVIEW

Florence and Pisa were once mighty republics; Florence dominated the hinterland of Tuscany and Pisa was a major maritime force. Both the historic center of Florence and Pisa’s “Square of Miracles” are designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This excursion takes you to the most important monuments of these two cities which were once fierce rivals.

You’ll be met by your English-speaking driver at the arrivals terminal at the port of Livorno and travel in comfort to these two destinations in your private, air conditioned vehicle. The driver is at your disposal for the entirety of the excursion.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

You’ll spend a memorable day exploring the famous monuments of these two Tuscan cities.

First stop: Florence; with its world-famous sites like the Ponte Vecchio. Here you can explore the rich artistic and historical heritage of this once influential city. Art abounds here, not only in its impressive museums but also in its squares; Florence is truly a living museum.

Next you’ll travel to Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli where you’ll find Italy’s most recognizable landmarks spread upon a field of green; among them – the Leaning Tower. These monuments, built to demonstrate Pisa’s prosperity at the height of its power, are built in the unique Pisan Romanesque style, which demonstrates the influence of Mediterranean countries that Pisa traded with or conquered.