Tour of Florence, Academia Gallery
Today, you will travel to Florence, the capital of Tuscany and the "Birthplace of the Renaissance". During the trip, a local expert will guide you on a sensational walking tour through the area, renowned for its art and museums. You will visit the Cathedral, Town Hall Square, The Old Bridge, the Holy Cross Church and the tombs of Michelangelo, Galileo, Joaquin Rossini, and Nicholas Machiavelli. The tour will be highlighted with a visit to The Academy of the Fine Arts, where you will see Michelangelo's Statue of David. You will also enjoy a demonstration at a local leather factory. After the tour, you will have some free time to shop and explore. Later, you will head to Montecatini for hotel check-in. Tonight's dinner will be in the hotel restaurant, with plenty of superb wine.
Hotel Manzoni, Montecatini (B, D)