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Under the Tuscan Sun: Exclusive Private Van Tour from Florence
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Escape Florence and journey into the heart of Tuscany on this exclusive full-day private van tour, meticulously crafted for fans of "Under the Tuscan Sun". Travel in ultimate comfort with a professional English-speaking driver to explore the charming medieval streets of Cortona, discover the real Villa Bramasole, and marvel at the Renaissance beauty of Montepulciano. What makes this tour truly unique is the interactive "movie-star" experience! Throughout the day, you will step straight into the film by recreating its most iconic scenes for unforgettable photos. Write a postcard on the stone steps of Cortona, capture the magic of seeing Villa Bramasole, channel your inner Katherine in Montepulciano's Piazza Grande, and celebrate at the romantic San Biagio wedding location. Become the protagonist of your very own Tuscan dream!
Inclusions
What's included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Florence
- Professional English-speaking driver/host
- Bottled water on board & Wi-Fi
- Private luxury air-conditioned minivan (approx. 9 hours)
- All taxes, parking, and toll fees
What's not
- Meals, snacks, and wine tasting
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees to museums/churches
Itinerary
Stop 1: Cortona – The Heart of the Story Our journey begins in the hillside town of Cortona. Walk through Piazza della Repubblica, the lively square where Frances goes to the local market and writes the postcard for the stranger. See the stunning Teatro Signorelli and soak up the authentic medieval atmosphere.
Next, we head to the majestic town of Montepulciano. Discover Piazza Grande, the breathtaking square that stood in for Cortona during the vibrant flag-throwing festival scene and where Katherine famously stepped into the fountain. Free time is allotted here for lunch in a traditional osteria and an optional tasting of the renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Our final stop before returning to Florence is the magnificent Renaissance Temple of San Biagio, situated just outside Montepulciano. Surrounded by lush green meadows, this is the picturesque setting of the romantic wedding scene at the end of the film.
A short drive from the center takes us to the real Villa Bramasole, Frances Mayes' actual residence, and Villa Laura, the beautiful property used for the movie's renovation scenes. (Note: Both are private properties; viewing is from the outside/roadside to respect privacy).
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Come in via magliabechi 17 red, Santa Croce
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Eco Tours Italia S.R.L.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Sconsigliato ai viaggiatori con problemi di mobilità
How it compares in Florence
- Its from-price is 201% above the median of the 647 day trips we list in Florence.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Florence
Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, gathers masterpieces of art and architecture into a compact city of stone streets beside the Arno.
The Duomo, with Brunelleschi's great red-brick dome, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery's gilded doors, marks the centre of town. A few streets away, Piazza della Signoria and the Palazzo Vecchio face a loggia full of sculpture, and the Uffizi Gallery holds Botticelli, Leonardo and Raphael. Michelangelo's David stands in the Galleria dell'Accademia.
Top-ranked sights in Florence: Piazza della Signoria, Uffizi Galleries (Gallerie degli Uffizi), Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore).
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