La Spezia Private Tour - Option 3

Pisa and Lucca

Starting from La Spezia

Tour Summary-
Type: Culture, Free Time, Historic Monuments
Length: 8-9 hours (traffic pending)
Walking: Difficult - uneven surfaces
Mobility: Folding wheelchairs OK, some sites may be inaccessible (advance notice required)
Guide: Driver and Tour Leader
Languages: English
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La Spezia, Italy - Your driver and English speaking tour leader will meet you at your cruise ship in La Spezia.  Your exploration begins with a 1 hour and 15 minute drive through the lovely Tuscan countryside to Lucca. 

Lucca is a walled Tuscan town with lots of charm and lovely narrow, medieval streets.  The city has some wonderful examples of Roman, medieval and Renaissance architecture and some grand churches, including the Duomo di San Martino, which contains the Volto Santo (Holy Face), a wooden figure of Christ, whose face is considered to be a true likeness of the face of Christ.  It was carved by Nicodemus, who was present at the crucifixion.

While in Lucca, you should visit the Renaissance walls and ramparts.  Today they are a beautiful public walkway popular with tourists and locals alike.  You may choose to visit one of Lucca’s grand villas or the birthplace of operatic composer, Giacomo Puccini.  The home contains a museum which houses precious relics and memorabilia including drafts, scores, photos, letters, honors, paintings.

Enjoy lunch in a typical Italian cafe before the afternoon drive (30 minutes) to Pisa where you will visit the Piazza dei Miracoli (Field of Miracles), one of the finest architectural ensembles in the world, including the Leaning Tower of Pisa.  Maybe you are brave enough to climb the tower?  If so, reservations are required and we are happy to offer assistance.  Other highlights include the Duomo (cathedral).  This masterpiece of Romanesque design dates back to the 11th century.  While visiting the baptistery, admire its unusual dome and imposing gates.  End the afternoon with a delicious gelato (Italian Ice Cream).  Late this after you return to the pier in La Spezia.

Tour Breakdown-
1- Depart pier and drive to Lucca- 1.25 hours (traffic pending)
2- Visit Lucca with tour leader- 3- 3.5 hours
3- Drive to Pisa- 30 minutes (traffic pending)
4- Visit the Field of Miracles with tour leader- 1.5- 2 hours
5- Return to pier in La Spezia- 1.5 hours (traffic pending)

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