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Treasures of Florence Weekend Trip

Break available: All year round 4 days

Travel to the birth place of the Renaissance. Florence has anarray of iconic places to visit from the Duomo with Brunelleschi'sfamous dome, to Santa Croce Church where most of the wellknown artists were buried. Follow in the footsteps of the Medicifamily whose history is so closely entwined with the city. Thereare reminders of them everywhere. From the very existence of theVasari Corridor connecting the Palazzo Uffizi to the Pitti Palace,the statues of the Medici celebrated in the streets, and the MediciChapels where they were laid to rest. Florence could not be moreideally placed for extending your break to Siena for the PalioRace, Rome, Milan, Verona or Venice. What to Pack.

 

Highlights

● Private Guided Tour of the Uffizi Gallery and it's 93 rooms ofexceptional art words in Florence,

● Priority Line Pass for the Accademia Gallery to seeMichelangelo's Majestic David statue

● 3 nights accommodation in scenic hotel within minutes fromthe Duomo and in the very heart of Florence

● Flights from many UK regional airports

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1Fly to Florence or Pisa and Private Airport Transfer to your hotel

Fly to  either Florence or Pisa and take your private transfer to your chosen hotel in the centre.

Hotel Brunelleschi is a beautiful 4 star hotel located just below the duomo. Why not upgrade your room to a view of Florence’s iconicbuilding?

It is superbly placed for a visit to all the main sights, which can be easily reached on foot.

Rest of day at leisure.

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Florence - Upgrade Hotel Brunelleschi Deluxe Duomo View Room

Hotel Brunelleschi is strategically placed for fantastic views over the Florence Duomo but without an upgrade to a deluxe Duomo view room,you will not be able to enjoy A Room with a View!

Price Per Person: From £65 per person per night

Day 2Private Guided Uffizi Tour and Evening at Leisure

This morning your guide will meet you for your private guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery.

The Uffizi Gallery created for the Medici family, houses some of the most impressive paintings of the western world. Among the collection is“The Adoration of the Magi”, “Madonna and Child”, “Baptism of Christ” and the world famous “Birth of Venus”.

The other joy of having a private guide is that you will be whisked to the front of the queue so you can spend your time enjoying the art, ratherthan waiting!

At this point your guide will leave you to your own devices for your rest of day at leisure.

Why Florence?

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Florence - Chianti Wine Tasting & Dinner

Your private transfer will take you to the Chianti region where you can explore a castle, visit Greve and Castellina, before being taken to acharacteristic tavern for an authentic Chianti dinner and wine. On the menu is Florence’s famous T-bone steak along with the following winesto sample:

-Chianti Classic-Chianti Riserva-Vin Santo (or Supertuscan)

Available from the 01 April – 31 October on Tuesdays and Fridays only and must be for a minimum of 2 people.

Price Per Person: From £110

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Day 3Visit the Accademia Gallery

Today with your Priority Line Pass visit the Accademia Gallery avoiding most of the queues. Once inside marvel at Botticelli’s David whilstalso enjoying other Florentine treasures.

Rest of day at leisure to explore.

Florence is the birth place of the Renaissance so there is plenty to do. Visit Santa Croce Church where most of the famous artists wereburied, or take a walk around the Medici Chapels. You can also stroll to the Palazzo Vecchio on your way to the Ponte Vecchio bridge.

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Florence - Private Guided Duomo Tour

This morning your guide will take you to the Duomo for your private guided tour.

The Duomo is the main gothic style church in Florence. It was completed in 1436 with the famous dome created by Filippo Brunelleschi. Todate it is still one of the largest in the world. You will see the Baptistery and Giotto’s Campanile, which between them are all UNESCO WorldHeritage Sites.

Price Per Person: From £80

Florence - Private Guided Tour of the Pitti Palace

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Your guide will take you on a private guided tour of the Pitti Palace.

The Pitti Palace was built in 1458 and was later bought by the Medici family in 1549. It then became the chief residence of the ruling familiesof the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. In this time is amassed many fine paintings. By the 18th century it became the royal palace for Napoleon.From 1919 it opened its doors to the public, showing these valuable collections.

Price Per Person: From £90

Florence - Vasari Corridor & Uffizi Gallery

Today you will take the “Prince’s Itinerary;” the elevated passageway which connects the Palazzo Vecchio and Pitti Palace. Continue overthe Ponte Vecchio to the Uffizi gallery. View the Uffizi highlights of “Birth of Venus” in all her glory, before moving onto Leonardo,Michelangelo and Raphael’s exhibits.

Venture along the Vasari Corridor, created so that the ruling families could safely travel between government and their homes. Finish the tourat the enchanting Boboli Gardens and admire Buontalenti’s Grotto.

Price Per Person: From £85

Day 4At Leisure until Private Airport Transfer for flight home

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At leisure until your private airport transfer for your flight home after your Florence Weekend Break.

If you have an afternoon flight, why not extend your last day by having a few hours to explore Pisa.

Alternatively, if you are travelling in the summer, then we have three fantastic extension options for you. You can either head north andattend the Verona opera festival, which takes place in a Roman arena (June – September). A second option would be to head west andenjoy the Puccini Opera Festival from Lucca.

Or, you want another city trip, then a few nights in Rome enjoying the Coloseum and the Vatican, must be high on your list. If travelling toRome in July and August, then you have the option of attending the Caracalla Summer Festival where operas, ballet and even a gala takeplace, with the backdrop of the Roman ruins. Very scenic! All three opera options are open-air arena experiences.

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Florence - Explore Pisa and Private Airport Transfer

With few flights departing from Florence airport, most UK flights land in nearby Pisa. Why not extend either your first or last day in Florencewith a few hours to see Pisa en route. Pisa is best explored under your own steam. As well as climbing to the top of the Leaning Tower, makesure you leave enough time to visit the church and the frescoes in the buildings within the complex.

Price Per Person: From £135 for 3hrs with driver waiting for you. Please note this does not include entrance tickets which varybetween €15-20 per person depending on how many of the sights you want to visit.

Where You'll Stay

Hotel Brunelleschi - Florence (4 Star)This 4 star hotel offers 2 restaurants, a gym and 96 rooms and suites some with jacuzzi and spectacular views of the “Duomo”.

Hotel Brunelleschi was created within a circular Byzantine tower and a medieval church, reconstructed, but keeping the originalcharacteristics. Inside you can find a private museum with the ruins discovered during the restoration. It is mentioned in DanBrown’s “The Da Vinci Code”.

 

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Hotel Degli Orafi - Florence (4 Star)It is in the centre of the city next to the River Arno and just a few steps away from the famous Ponte Vecchio & the Uffizi Gallery.

You can enjoy original 12th Century frescoes in the modern library. From the roof terrace bar you can admire the view over PonteVecchio and the Arno River, the Georgofili Academy, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Vasarian Corridor & the Brunelleschi’s Dome.

 

Relais Santa Croce - Florence (5 Star)Surrounded by its sumptuous furnishings and frescoed ceilings, you will be assisted by highly professional staff and delighted bythe evocative nature of this truly extraordinary location.

The hotel restaurant, Guelfi e Ghibellini, offers innovative, seasonal regional menus. Furthermore, situated within the same buildingas the Relais Santa Croce is the Enoteca Pinchiorri, a three-star Michelin restaurant.

 

TestimonialsWe’ve had a fantastic time and experience! A huge part of being able to completely relax and enjoy the holiday was that everything from startto finish with yourselves had been superbly and efficiently arranged. It has been a pleasure dealing with you. The hotels were excellent, withfriendly and helpful staff. It helps so much when you know everything has been arranged to such a standard.

Judith and Phillip

Mark arranged this holiday for my 50th birthday and it was absolutely fantastic!! It has given us some fabulous memories so thank you somuch for your professionalism, local knowledge and attention to detail. Please pass on my thanks to everyone involved, including the taxidrivers who were superb!!

Louise

Price Per Person: From £1,090

What's Included?

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● 3 nights accommodation with breakfast (Hotel Brunelleschi)● Activities as described● Private airport transfers● Flights back to the UK (includes 1 hold bag per person)

Departure airports:BelfastBournemouthBristolEast MidlandsEdinburghGatwickGlasgowHeathrowLeeds BradfordLiverpoolLutonManchesterNewcastleStansted

Our international clients are welcome to book their own flights.

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