After breakfast, prepare to be captivated on a guided tour of Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, where the world’s most brilliant artistic genius flourished. Your exploration begins at the heart of the city’s religious life: the breathtaking Piazza del Duomo. Here, you will witness an extraordinary open-air museum of marble masterpieces in white, green, and pink. Marvel at the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, crowned by Brunelleschi’s revolutionary Dome, which stands in graceful contrast to Giotto’s slender Bell Tower. . Admire the Baptistery, renowned for its glistening bronze doors, including the eastern gate so beautiful Michelangelo dubbed them the “Gates of Paradise. ” Your journey through history continues to the political center of the city, the Piazza della Signoria, dominated by the austere, fortress-like Palazzo Vecchio and adorned with statues, including a replica of Michelangelo's David. . The tour concludes at the Basilica of Santa Croce, resting in one of Florence's most ancient squares. This church is the final resting place of great minds like Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli. . Following your immersion in art and history, sit down to a authentic lunch at a traditional Tuscan restaurant in the historic Piazza Santa Croce, savoring the robust flavors of the region. . The afternoon is yours to explore at your own pace. For those wishing to delve deeper into the city's artistic wealth, we highly recommend an optional excursion to the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world's greatest art museums, housing masterpieces by Botticelli, da Vinci, and Raphael. .
Overnight: Florence
Meals: Breakfast - Lunch.
