Itinerary
- Day 1
Pisa
You'll arrive in Pisa and get settled at your B&B, then start checking out the city's historic center. The Leaning Tower is right there in Piazza dei Miracoli, so grab some photos with it, and if you're interested, the Romanesque cathedral and Campo Santo are in the same square. For dinner, head to Pizzeria la Tana for authentic Pisan pizza, then grab gelato while watching the sun set over the Arno River. Wander through the medieval old town afterward and stop by Piazza dei Cavalieri to see what's there. It's a solid first evening for getting oriented and trying local food.
- Start point
- Pisa, Pisa, Italy (Pisa)
Optional Activities
- Climb the Leaning Tower
- Enter the Romanesque cathedral
- Visit the monumental Campo Santo
- Dinner at Pizzeria la Tana
- Gelato viewing sunset on the Arno River banks
- Stroll through medieval old town
- Visit the ancient market
- Explore Piazza dei Cavalieri
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli Pisa Cathedral (Duomo di Pisa) Campo Santo Piazza dei Cavalieri Arno River - Day 2
Pisa to Florence
Walk to Pisa train station in about 15 minutes and take the train to Florence, which takes around an hour. Once you're at Santa Maria Novella station, the city center is walkable from there. Check out the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella first, then head down Via Calzaiuoli where you'll pass Italian fashion shops on your way to Piazza della Signoria. After that, you can choose to see the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens, or head to Piazza Michelangelo for views of the cathedral dome and the city. You'll catch the evening train back to Pisa. It's a full day but manageable since you're based there.
Included Activities
- Train journey from Pisa to Florence (approximately 1 hour)
- Train journey from Florence to Pisa
Optional Activities
- Visit Basilica of Santa Maria Novella
- Walk Via Calzaiuoli
- Explore Piazza della Signoria
- Visit Uffizi Gallery
- Visit Ponte Vecchio (old bridge)
- Visit Palazzo Pitti
- Explore Boboli Gardens
- Visit Piazza Michelangelo
- Dine at recommended local restaurants
Landmarks Santa Maria Novella Station Basilica of Santa Maria Novella Via Calzaiuoli Piazza della Signoria Uffizi Gallery Ponte Vecchio Palazzo Pitti Boboli Gardens Piazza Michelangelo Florence Cathedral (Duomo) - Day 3
Pisa to Cinque Terre
Take the train from Pisa to La Spezia, which is about an hour, then transfer to another train heading into Cinque Terre National Park. This UNESCO site has 5 villages, each with its own feel and character. Spend time on the beaches, try the hiking trails if you're up for it, or just walk along the rocky coastline. The local food is worth trying, and there's plenty of good photo opportunities throughout the day. Catch the sunset there if you can, then head back by train to Pisa. It's a bit of travel time but worth it for the coastal scenery and villages.
Included Activities
- Entrance to Cinque Terre natural park
Optional Activities
- Visit the 5 villages of Cinque Terre
- Explore beaches in Cinque Terre
- Hike the trails in Cinque Terre
- Sample local food and cuisine
- Watch the sunset
Landmarks Cinque Terre La Spezia 
- Day 4
Pisa to Lucca
Take a 25-minute train ride from Pisa to Lucca, a medieval town surrounded by an impressive historic city wall. Walk to Piazza Anfiteatro, which is unusual because it's built right on top of an ancient Roman amphitheater and you can still see the outline of the original structure in how the plaza's shaped. The palaces throughout town are nice to see, and the Cathedral of St. Martin is considered one of the better churches in the area. Try the local specialty Buccellato, which is a sweet bread they make there. Spend the afternoon back in Pisa shopping along Corso Italia before heading back to your B&B.
Optional Activities
- Visit Lucca medieval town
- Explore Lucca city wall
- Visit Piazza Anfiteatro
- View ancient Roman amphitheater structure
- Admire elegant palaces of Lucca
- Visit Cathedral of St. Martin
- Taste Buccellato (sweet bread)
- Shop along Corso Italia in Pisa
Landmarks Lucca Piazza Anfiteatro Cathedral of St. Martin (Cattedrale di San Martino) Lucca City Wall Corso Italia - Day 5
Departure from Pisa
Your trip wraps up today with a traditional Italian breakfast offered. If your flight isn't until afternoon, you'll have time to walk around Pisa more and see anything you missed earlier. If you're leaving in the morning, you'll need to head to the airport or train station to start your journey home. Either way, it's time to move on from this part of Tuscany.
- End point
- Pisa, Pisa, Italy (Pisa)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Traditional Italian breakfast)
Included Activities
- Traditional Italian breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore additional sites in Pisa
- Explore additional sites in Florence
- Explore additional sites in Tuscany
- Extend your stay in Tuscany
