Departing the port of Livorno, drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to the historic university town of Pisa. A short walk will take you to the Field of Miracles to marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Enjoy the beauty of this architectural wonder as you take in the scenery from the piazza.
Upon reaching Florence, your guide will escort you along the city streets to the Piazza del Duomo, where the Cathedral, Bell Tower and Baptistery share the same square. The cathedral is one of the longest in the world, and took over 140 years to build. Its 14th century bell tower is richly decorated with colored marble and fine sculptures, while the baptistery is festooned with magnificent mosaics and a copy of Ghiberti's "Gates of Paradise" cast in bronze. Stop in the Piazza della Signoria, the heart of Florence and the city's largest square where you will see a copy of Michelangelo's "David" and the Loggia dei Lanzi. Pause for a photo opportunity with your local guide at the nearest point to Ponte Vecchio, famous for its covered design and shopping opportunities.
Lunch (with a flute of Italian champagne and house wine) will be served at a first class restaurant or hotel. Following lunch, you'll reach the Church of Santa Croce, known as Italy's Westminster Abbey for the Italian monarchy buried there. There, after the guide's external explanation, you'll have limited time at leisure to explore or shop.