Around Tuscany: Carrara Marbles, Pisa & Lucca

Overview

Explore the white marble quarries of Carrara, famous for its beauty and used in many works of art, including those by Michelangelo. You will have the opportunity to see how the marble is extracted and enjoy a light lunch on a panoramic terrace within the quarry, offering breathtaking views and a unique dining experience. Discover the famous Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the Leaning Tower, the Duomo, the Baptistery and the Camposanto. Marvel at the world-famous Leaning Tower and capture unforgettable photos. Step inside the Cathedral to admire the exquisite Pisan Romanesque architecture and stunning artworks. Stroll through the historic streets of Lucca, visit the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, and the Guinigi Tower from the outside. You will have free time to do some shopping, enjoy a good Tuscan aperitif or walk along the 4 km of walls!

What's included

• ✓Private transportation
• ✓Tickets
• ✓Light Lunch
• ✓Licensed guide
• ✓WiFi on board
• ✓4x4 vehicle
• ✓Wine&Food tasting

• ✕Gratuities

What you'll do

1. 1

   Meet our driver at the meeting point in Florence. Starting from the village of Levigliani, you will reach the quarries in a 4x4 vehicle. A trip to the stunning Marble Quarries is the best way to savour the atmosphere of this beautiful area. Enter a spectacular environment that is completely different from anything you may have seen before. The quarry is no respecter of human size, the quarry is the size of giants, ceilings dozens and dozens of metres high, huge halls, gigantic blocks and excavation equipment weighing up to 80 tonnes.

   ⏱ 2h 45m
2. 2

   After this plunge into the history of marble processing, enjoy a unique aperitif on the panoramic terrace, with a selection of local wines and foods such as the famous Lardo di Colonnata, a town not far from the quarries of Carrara, or the famous 'Ipogeo' wine.

   ⏱ 2h 45m
3. 3

   You will leave this wonderful place to head, in our van, to Pisa. With one of our professional guide you will discover the secrets of the “Piazza dei Miracoli” and its world-famous monuments like the Leaning Tower or the Cathedral! You can enter inside the Cathedral and enjoy its beauty!

   ⏱ 2h 45m
4. 4

   Finally, in direction of Lucca, famous for its historical monuments, it is one of the few towns to preserve its historical centre, rich in ancient structures from various eras, completely surrounded by 16th-century walls. Discover its Torre Guinigi and its fascinating squares! At the end enjoy a typical Tuscan aperitif before going home.

   ⏱ 2h 45m

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The light lunch will be held on the terrace when possible, subject to availability. If the terrace is not available, the light lunch will be held at another location.
• Let us know if you have any dietary restrictions

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.