Private Tour Florence and Pisa from Livorno Port
A private tour to Florence and Pisa from Livorno Port! Fall in love with Florence, then take a picture of the famous Leaning Tower in Pisa
from €650≈ $754 · £557Other currencies at today’s rate — you are charged in euro
- Location:
- Livorno
- Duration:
- 9 hours
- Language:
- English
- Tour type:
- Shore excursion
- Group:
- Your party only
- Free cancellation:
- Up to 24 hrs
- Ticket:
- E-ticket on your phone
- Back on board before all aboard, guaranteed
Why you will remember it
- Free cancellation up to 24 hrs – no charge if ship misses port – full refund if cruise is canceled
- Top privacy , flexibility and comfort with pick up/drop off at your ship
- Upgrade your experience with skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery ( Michelangelo’s David ) or Uffizi Gallery and private local guide
- See Florence’s top attractions : the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Baptistery, Old Bridge
- Visit the shopping district, admire the best views over Florence and enjoy a Florentine meal
- Stop at the Miracle Square in Pisa and take a picture of the famous Leaning Tower
- Enjoy a relaxing and worry-free ride back to Livorno Port, with guaranteed on-time return to your ship
The itinerary
Dive into Tuscany: Florence and Pisa from Livorno Port
The perfect private tour of Florence and Pisa from Livorno Port to admire the highlights of Florence and then have a glance of Pisa. Explore the Renaissance atmosphere in Florence and see the Cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Old Bridge, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Museum, and so much more! Then take a picture of the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
A Tuscan ride
Relax and enjoy your drive through the Tuscan countryside towards Florence. Driving up the beautiful Viale dei Colli, reach the marvelous top hill terrace Piazzale Michelangelo, named after the artist who sculpted the original David statue. Get the most impressive view over Florence.
Immerge in the charms of Florence
Nearby, see the white and green marble façade of San Miniato al Monte church – one of the purest examples of the Florentine Romanesque style. After leaving the church, follow an uphill road bordered by the ancient city walls until Belvedere Fortress, built around 1590 by the Grand-duke Ferdinand to protect the Medici family villas.
Santa Croce square
Driving down from the Fort, pass the old gate to the city named Porta Romana and get to Santa Croce Square. Here is located the imposing Basilica, burial place of many Italian illustrious such as Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo, etc. The around Santa Croce square area and nearby streets is also considered the most important leather district in Florence, full of famous leather shops.
The heart of Florence
Next, head for the very heart of Florence – Piazza della Repubblica surrounded by historical literary cafés where important intellectuals used to gather.
From this central hub, reach by walk all the other attractions: Piazza del Duomo (S. Maria del Fiore-Cathedral, the Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower), Piazza Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio-Town Hall, Uffizi Gallery, etc.), the elegant Ponte Vecchio ‘Old Bridge’ home to famous gold and jewelry vendors.
Pitti Palace
On the other side of the Arno river, admire Pitti Palace hosting galleries and museums (Gallery of Modern Art, Costume Gallery, Palatine Gallery, Royal Apartments, Coach Museum, Silver and Porcelain museums, etc.) and its magnificent Boboli Gardens, among the largest private gardens in whole Europe.
Wander charming Florence
See the most marvelous masterpieces of Renaissance art breathing the magical atmosphere only Florence can offer. Your driver remains at your complete disposal in case you need to reach a specific place of interest outside the city center.
Food and shopping
For shopping lovers or hungry souls, there are so many artisan shops and local trattoria to dive into, you can satisfy your desires whether it be a smart leather jacket or a scrumptious plate of pasta!
Few cities of comparable size can boast such a profusion and variety of high-quality goods with Italian design. Also see what the local craftsmen have to offer or practice your bargaining skills at the San Lorenzo outdoor market.
Italian luxury shopping
The most important street for shopping is Via De’ Tornabuoni with designer boutiques like Prada, Gucci, Armani, Ferragamo, Valentino, Vuitton, Damiani, Cartier, Trussardi, Versace, Tiffany, YSL, Zegna, Tod’s, etc.
In the afternoon, leave Florence and enjoy a 1-hour drive to the city of Pisa.
The Leaning Tower in Pisa
Here, a brief stop to the Field of Miracles for photos and marvel at the exterior of the Campanile, better known as the Leaning Tower. This famous Bell Tower leans over 16 feet out of perpendicular! Efforts to stabilize the building are made constantly together with a continued monitoring process of the structure.
Time allowing, admire Cavalieri Square (Knights Square) nowadays home to a prestigious Italian university.
At the end of your perfect day exploring Florence and Pisa from Livorno Port, relax on the 30 minutes drive back to your ship gate.
This tour — everything you need to know
Included:
- Private service: your party will be the only one in the vehicle
- Free Cancellation up to 24 hours prior departure
- Special Prestige Rent’s worry-free policy for cruisers: guaranteed on-time return to your ship – no charge if ship misses port – full refund if cruise is canceled
- Pick up and drop off directly at your ship in Livorno Port
- Knowledgeable English-speaking driver to lead you through the experience
- Transport with fully equipped Mercedes vehicle, free Wi-Fi and fresh bottled water
- Free time to visit Florence at your own pace
- Free time to see Pisa Tower at your own pace
- Private guide for 3 hours in Florence + Accademia Gallery tickets (if option selected)
- Private guide for 3 hours in Florence + Uffizi Gallery tickets (if option selected)
- All taxes, tolls and gasoline
- No hidden costs
Not included:
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Local Guide in Florence and Pisa
- Meals
Optional:
- Gratuities
- Local guide for 3 hours in Florence, Euro 300.00 per party (extra hours, if needed Euro 100.00 per hour)
- Accademia Museum (Michelangelo’s David), “skip the line”, timed entrance fees, Euro 34.00 per person – if still available for the date
- Uffizi Gallery, “skip the line”, timed entrance fees, Euro 39.00 per person
- Extra hours with driver, Euro 90.00 per hour, per party, (according to our last minute availability)
Important:
Accademia & Uffizi are closed on Mon and not bookable the first Sun of each month. Tickets are subject to availability, and once purchased are not refundable/changeable
Prices below are per party (not per person), vary depending on group size and selected option, and are valid for pick up/drop off at Livorno Port.
OPTION 1: DRIVER ONLY
- Euro 650.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 700.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 750.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 800.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 900.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 1000.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 1100.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 1200.00 – party of 8 people
OPTION 2: DRIVER + 3 HR GUIDE IN FLORENCE + ACCADEMIA GALLERY TICKETS
- Euro 980.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 1060.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 1140.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1220.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1350.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 1480.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 1610.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 1740.00 – party of 8 people
OPTION 3: DRIVER + 3 HR GUIDE IN FLORENCE + UFFIZI GALLERY TICKETS
- Euro 989.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 1078.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 1167.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1256.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1395.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 1534.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 1673.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 1812.00 – party of 8 people
For different ports of call, larger parties (9 or more people) or customized itineraries not listed on our web site, please contact us.
Tour type: private, your party will be the only one in the vehicle
Language: the driver is English-speaking
Vehicle: Mercedes sedan or van, depending on your party size
Activity level: easy
Accessibility: the experience can accommodate people with reduced mobility and foldable wheelchair/scooters users, if advised at the time of booking
Entrance fees Accademia Museum (Michelangelo’s David) and Uffizi Gallery or Pisa Tower: we highly recommend to pre-purchase skip the line tickets.
We can buy timed entrance fees as an additional service for our clients or you can buy them on your own. In that case, please pay attention to the entrance time you choose and be sure it can fit with your schedule.
Worry-free policy for cruisers: this tour is covered by our special policy for cruisers, inclusive of guaranteed on-time return to your ship – no charge if the ship misses port – full refund if the cruise is canceled
Friendly cancellation policy: full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours prior to the departure time
Book With Confidence & Travel Safe: this tour is covered by our special Book with confidence and travel safe policy
Departure/Return point: cruiser terminal in Livorno.
Pick up/Departure time: suggested 8:00am but you can customize it to suit your travel needs.
Please note: ask your cruise company the time you’ll be able to disembark.
Sometimes docking and disembarkation time don’t correspond, and not all passengers may disembark at the same time.
Service duration: The price includes up to 9 hours (i.e. 8:00am pick up – 5:00pm drop off).
If you’d like to extend your day, according to your ship departure schedule you can check availability directly with your driver.
Meeting instructions:
Option 1: meet your driver on the quay as soon as you leave the ship gangway.
Option 2: if you dock at a newer pier with a gate, leave the gangway and enter the gate. Meet your driver at the exit.
Your driver will be holding a sign with your name on it.
Important: don’t catch any shuttle bus because they bring you outside of the port and it will then be more difficult to meet your driver.
- 8:00am – Meet your private driver and depart from Livorno Port
- 8:00am – 9:15am driving time Livorno to Florence
- 9:15am – Arrive in Florence and stop at Michelangelo Square for the best view of the city
- 10:00am – Stop at Santa Croce Square (Basilica of Santa Croce and leather district)
- 10:45am to 2:30pm – approx. 4 hours to admire all the city highlights
Stop at Repubblica Square (the real heart of Florence), see the Duomo, the Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower.
Get to Piazza Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio-Town Hall, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace, San Lorenzo outdoor market) - 2:30pm – Depart Florence
- 2:30pm to 3:45pm – driving time Florence to Pisa
- 3:45pm – Arrive in Pisa
- 3:45 to 4:30 – Stop at Miracle Square to see the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, the Baptistery etc.
- 4:30pm – Depart Pisa
- 4:30pm-5:00pm – driving time Pisa to Livorno
- 5:00pm – Arrive at Livorno Port and drop off at your ship
Please note: the schedule to give an idea about distances, driving and sightseeing time.
Being a private service you can customize your experience: include just stops you are interested in, time length to spend at each place, etc.
Simply tell your needs to your driver during the initial briefing.
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