Newmarket Portofino, Florence & Tuscany

• Discover the wonderful cities of Pisa and Lucca
• Spend a day in beautiful Florence
• Discover Santa Margherita Ligure’s scenic bay
• Enjoy a week’s stay in one of Tuscany’s most celebrated spa-resorts
• Pay a visit to Portofino, one of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive corners

• Seven nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation at the three-star Hotel Belvedere, Montecatini (upgrades available)
• Tours of Pisa and Lucca
• Visits to Florence and Portofino
• Return flights to Italy
• Comfortable, air-conditioned coach travel and transfers
• Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced Tour Manager

Day One: Fly to Italy

Fly to Italy and board the coach for the transfer through the Tuscan countryside to Montecatini.

Day Two: Explore Montecatini

Today you’re free to get to know the hotel and the many treasures of this historic spa resort, perhaps paying a first visit to Montecatini Alto for its stunning views.

Day Three: Travel along the Ligurian coast and explore Portofino

Discover the beautiful Ligurian coast, where some of Italy’s most famous resorts are dotted along the shoreline. Explore elegant Santa Margherita Ligure, which overlooks a stunning bay, before enjoying a boat trip along the coast to its ultra-chic neighbour, Portofino, for a taste of “la dolce vita”.

Day Four: Discover Pisa and Lucca

Today, see the Italian gems of Pisa and Lucca. Discover Pisa’s medieval delights – the famous ‘leaning tower’, circular Baptistery and mighty Duomo – on a guided tour before we continue to the elegant walled city of Lucca. Here the medieval clock tower, the Torre delle Ore, and the exquisite Piazza Anfiteatro are just some of the must-see sights.

Day Five: Relax in Montecatini

Enjoy another day of gentle exploration in Montecatini, as you soak up the charming atmosphere of the spa-town.

Day Six: Enjoy a day in Florence

The magnificent Florentine skyline, dominated by the dome of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore greets you on today’s excursion. Explore the splendour of Santa Croce and the medieval Ponte Vecchio, discover Italy’s artistic past in the Accademia or the Uffizi (payable locally), and watch the world go by in one of the trattorie.

Day Seven: Explore Volterra, Certaldo and San Gimignano

On an optional excursion you’ll journey into the Tuscan countryside to call at a trio of exquisite hill-top towns. Your first stop is Volterra, which perches high above the Cecina and Dell’Era valleys and is home to a stunning Romanesque cathedral. Continuing your journey,you’ll make a call in Certaldo to explore its new town before reaching UNESCO-listed San Gimignano, the gorgeous hill-top village famous for its medieval centre and striking towers that rise from the verdant slopes.

Day Eight: Fly back to the UK

Journey back to the airport and check in for your flight home.

Hotel Belvedere

The Belvedere boasts an excellent location opposite the famous Tettuccio Spa.

Adua Hotel

This excellent, friendly, family-run four-star hotel is centrally located in Montecatini, just a short distance on foot from the resort’s amenities, shops, bars and restaurants. It is also just a short walk from Terme Excelsior and Terme Leopoldine thermal baths.

Hotel Manzoni

Close to Montecatini’s main thermal baths and the centre of the resort, this tastefully decorated, completely renovated four-star hotel is dedicated to comfort and relaxation.

Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on 2 people sharing and don’t include any additional supplements. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.