4 days, 3 nights · Best for First-time visitors seeking art, food and Florence essentials
A Taste of Florence Tour | Vacation Packages for 2025, 2026
Experience Florence as you savor Tuscan cuisine, master Italian cooking and explore art-filled streets in the heart of Renaissance Italy.
Your Adventure Starts Here
This is a starting point. Change the nights, choose the style of hotel, add the experiences you want. Your planner takes it from there.
Stop 1Florence, Tuscany
Florence
Renaissance art, Tuscan cooking and the Arno
We base you in the historic center within walking distance of the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Your guide leads a half-day walk through Florence's Renaissance core, then you have free time to visit the Uffizi or Accademia at your own pace. A hands-on cooking class teaches you to make Tuscan classics from scratch before you sit down to lunch.
In the afternoon you can climb to Fiesole for wide views over the terracotta rooftops or continue exploring Florence's churches, museums and artisan botteghe. Your welcome dinner takes place in a nearby trattoria serving ribollita, pappa al pomodoro and wines from the Chianti hills.
Arranged for you: We arrange your centrally located hotel, a welcome dinner in a trattoria, a half-day walking tour with a private guide, and a three-hour cooking class with lunch.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Florence
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Private Uffizi Gallery tour with art historian Day Trips · Half day
Skip-the-line access and focused commentary on Botticelli, Leonardo and the Renaissance collection.
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Florence leather workshop visit and private shopping Day Trips · Half day
Meet a master leatherworker in Santa Croce and commission a bag, belt or notebook.
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Sunset aperitivo at Piazzale Michelangelo Day Trips · Half day
Your driver takes you to the hilltop terrace for Negronis and panoramic city views.
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Private Accademia Gallery tour with David Day Trips · Half day
Reserved entry and expert commentary on Michelangelo's sculpture and unfinished prisoners.
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Accademia Gallery Guided Tour, Skip the Line with Advanced Reservation & Tickets Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayVisit one of the most important collections of art, including Michelangelo’s David, while skipping the long lines!
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Discovering Florence Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayDiscover the highlights of Florence on a guided walking tour that showcases the city’s most iconic sites and artistic treasures.
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Florence and Fiesole Hills Small Group Guided Sightseeing Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayFlorence’s Renaissance icons, then a breath of Tuscan air, small-group sightseeing with panoramic Fiesole views and zero big-bus chaos.
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Florence Historical Center Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayMeet Florence in a single stroll. Renaissance palazzos, landmark churches, and UNESCO beauty with stories that make it all click.
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Florence Morning Guided Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySee Florence’s greatest hits, Renaissance stories, iconic sights, and a surprise tasting that adds a delicious twist.
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Florence Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayFall in love with Florence in a single day. Renaissance streets and churches, Uffizi masterpieces, and a Tuscan lunch to top it off.
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Florence, Tuscany, Cooking Class package with Typical Dinner Food and Wine · Tour in a DayImmerse yourself in the flavors of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class at a top culinary school, where expert chefs will guide you in creating an authentic Tuscan dinner.
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Florence: Handmade Pasta Cooking Course with Lunch Food and Wine · Tour in a Day
Roll, cut, and taste Tuscany, make fresh pasta from scratch in Florence with local experts.
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Florence’s Art & Gourmet Private Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Taste and explore Florence like a local. Markets, secret bakeries, historic churches, and hidden corners on a private walk through the city’s heart.
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Guided Visit of Accademia & Uffizi Gallery Skip the Line with Advanced reservation & tickets included Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Two legendary museums, one seamless day. Skip the lines for Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Birth of Venus with an expert guide.
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Guided Visit of Uffizi Gallery, Skip the Line with Advanced Reservation & Tickets Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
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Horse Riding through the Tuscany Countryside guided Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySaddle up for an unforgettable Tuscan adventure as you spend the morning horseback riding through picturesque vineyards and olive groves surrounding a charming villa.
Day by day in Florence
Arrive independently in Florence and check in at your centrally located hotel, perfectly positioned for exploring the city on foot. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner in a delightful nearby trattoria, where you’ll savor authentic Tuscan cuisine and local wines. This is the ideal introduction to Florence’s rich culinary and cultural heritage. Overnight in Florence.
After breakfast, meet your guide for a half-day walking tour of Florence, one of the world’s greatest art cities. Admire the iconic Duomo with its red-tiled dome, the historic Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria, and the picturesque Ponte Vecchio spanning the Arno River. In the afternoon, explore Florence at your own pace, art lovers can visit the Uffizi Gallery to see masterpieces by Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci, or the Accademia Gallery to marvel at Michelangelo’s David. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of the city’s many trattorias or wine bars before returning to your hotel for the night.
Begin your day with breakfast, then dive into Florence’s culinary traditions with a 3-hour hands-on cooking class at a reputable school in the city center. Under the guidance of an expert chef, you’ll learn how to prepare a selection of Italian and Tuscan specialties from scratch, then sit down to enjoy your creations for lunch. In the afternoon, you can choose how to spend your time: head up to Fiesole, a charming town in the hills above Florence offering one of the most spectacular panoramic views over the city, or opt for an excursion to Pisa to see the world-famous Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli (optional activities, not included). Return to your hotel in Florence for an overnight stay.
Day 4
Florence
After breakfast, check out of your hotel, marking the end of your Florence city break. If you have a free morning before departure, we recommend an optional guided tour of Florence’s artisan workshops, where you can discover traditional crafts such as leatherworking, goldsmithing, hand-decorated paper, and ceramics. Depart Florence with new recipes, unforgettable memories, and a deeper appreciation for Tuscan art, food, and culture.
Why plan with Trips 2 Italy?
Designed around you by Italian-born planners
Guides, drivers and boats for your party alone
Hand-selected hotels in every destination
Local English-speaking guides who know their city
Met at the airport, private transfers throughout
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Questions travelers ask
Where will we travel on this itinerary?
Over 4 days this journey brings you to Fiesole, Florence, and Pisa. Each stop is woven into the itinerary with time for the landmarks, the views, and the local flavor that make it special.
How will we get around during the vacation?
Transportation is arranged as part of the itinerary, with comfortable train segments between the cities and vehicle transfers where they serve you best. Every connection is planned for you, so you can focus on the scenery instead of the logistics.
What kind of traveler is this package for?
It suits travelers who want Italy arranged by experts, with guided experiences balanced by free time to explore on your own.
Can we customize this itinerary?
Absolutely. Every Trips 2 Italy itinerary is designed to inspire and can be tailored end to end, from the number of nights and hotel categories to the experiences along the way. A minimum of 2 travelers applies.
What is the best season for this itinerary?
The package is available all year around on request. Spring and fall offer mild walking weather and lighter crowds at the major sights, summer brings long lively evenings, and winter rewards travelers with quieter museums and festive streets.