Private Tour to Florence & Pisa from La Spezia Port
The perfect tour to Florence & Pisa from La Spezia Port. See the Duomo, Old Bridge, Uffizi Gallery in Florence and the Leaning Tower in Pisa!
from €950 · 9 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours
- Back on board before all aboard, guaranteed
The itinerary
Visit Florence and Pisa from La Spezia Port
See the highlights of Florence (Cathedral, Baptistry, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Old Bridge, Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Museum, etc.) at your own pace and with maximum comfort. Then stop in Pisa and take a picture of the most famous tower in the world, the Leaning Tower. Pick up and drop off directly at your ship gangway.
Tuscan countryside and Piazzale Michelangelo
Enjoy your ride through Tuscany with postcard views over olive groves and vineyards.
Driving up the beautiful Viale dei Colli in Florence, reach the magnificent Piazzale Michelangelo, a hilltop panoramic terrace named after the artist who sculpted the original David statue, the symbol of Florence. Prepare yourself to get the most impressive views of the city!
Immerge in the beauties of Florence
Nearby, see the white and green marble façade of S. Miniato al Monte church – one of the purest examples of the Florentine Romanesque style. Leaving the church, follow an uphill road bordered by the ancient city walls. Reach Forte Belvedere, an imposing fortress built around 1590 by the Grand-duke Ferdinand to protect the Medici family villas.
Enter the city through an ancient gate
Driving down from the Fort, pass the old gate named Porta Romana to enter the city center, and get to Santa Croce Square.
Here is located the imposing Basilica, burial place of many Italian illustrious like Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo, etc. The around the square area and nearby streets are also considered the most important leather district in Florence and thus, full of famous leather shops.
A walk among history and art
Next, head for the very heart of Florence: Piazza della Repubblica surrounded by historical literary cafes where artists and intellectuals used to gather.
From this central hub Piazza della Repubblica, reach by walk all the other attractions: Piazza del Duomo (S. Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower), Piazza Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio-Town Hall, Uffizi Gallery, etc.), the elegant Ponte Vecchio meaning ‘old bridge‘ home to famous gold and jewelry vendors.
Get the chance to admire the best masterpieces of Renaissance art breathing the magical atmosphere only Florence can offer. Obviously, your driver remains at your complete disposal to reach any place of your interest.
Cross the Old Bridge
On the other side of the Arno river, admire Pitti Palace the private Villa of the Medici family which hosts many galleries and museums (Gallery of Modern Art, Costume Gallery, Palatine Gallery, Royal Apartments, Coach Museum, Silver and Porcelain museums, etc.) and the magnificent Boboli Gardens.
Shopping lovers or hungry souls
There are so many shops and trattorias to dive into, so everyone in your group can satisfy their 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.
Luxury shopping and artisan shops
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. See what the local craftsmen have to offer or practice your bargaining skills at the San Lorenzo outdoor market.
Admire the Leaning Tower in Pisa
After your voyage into majestic art and ancient history in Florence, relax and enjoy your drive to Pisa. Admire the Miracle Square with its magnificent Cathedral, Baptistery and the world-famous Leaning Tower.
Climb Pisa tower
The beautiful tower does lean and is worth the climb: nearly 300 stairs made of marble! Closed for many years, has finally reopened to visitors after intense restoration.
Enjoy the panorama over mountains, Arno river and during sunny days even on the sea. Then look down and admire the impressive views over the Duomo and Baptistery from the top.
Miracle Square
The Leaning Tower is located in the majestic Piazza dei Miracoli, which makes a perfect showplace for these exquisite examples of Romanesque architecture. The works for building Pisa Cathedral began in 1062. The Cathedral and Baptistery, the Tower of Pisa and the Campo Santo form together one of the most beautiful and famous building groups in the world.
At the end of the day visiting Florence and Pisa from La Spezia Port, your driver will bring you back to your ship in La Spezia Port.
What our guests actually say
12,081 verified reviews on Tripadvisor and GetYourGuide — every one of them public on the platform it came from.
We were on celebrity - the disembarking and meeting the driver was smooth. Communication prior to trip and during was great. Very responsive. The MB van was large , a/c and clean w wifi. Alex was a great driver and communicated a lot of information even driving. We went to Pisa first. We did not do anything other than take pics with it for 30 mins. I felt a bit rushed and wanted to go in it and learn about it but that didn’t happen. A little disappointed-…
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 directly at your ship
- See Florence’s top attractions : Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Baptistery, Old Bridge
- Upgrade the experience with skip-the-line entry to Accademia Gallery ( Michelangelo’s David) or Uffizi Gallery with private guide
- See the shopping district, admire panoramic views over Florence, enjoy a Florentine meal
- Stop at the Miracle Square in Pisa , take a picture with the Leaning Tower
- Relaxing ride back to La Spezia Port, guaranteed on-time return to your ship
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 La Spezia 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 30.00 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 in La Spezia.
OPTION 1: DRIVER ONLY
- Euro 950.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 1000.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 1050.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1100.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1200.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 1300.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 1400.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 1500.00 – party of 8 people
OPTION 2: DRIVER + 3 HR GUIDE IN FLORENCE + ACCADEMIA GALLERY TICKETS
- Euro 1400.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 1500.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 1600.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1700.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1850.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 2000.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 2150.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 2300.00 – party of 8 people
OPTION 3: DRIVER + 3 HR GUIDE IN FLORENCE + UFFIZI GALLERY TICKETS
- Euro 1400.00 – party of 1 person
- Euro 1500.00 – party of 2 people
- Euro 1600.00 – party of 3 people
- Euro 1700.00 – party of 4 people
- Euro 1850.00 – party of 5 people
- Euro 2000.00 – party of 6 people
- Euro 2150.00 – party of 7 people
- Euro 2300.00 – 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
Leaning Tower of Pisa: During the high season it may be impossible to find available tickets on-site, so if you want to climbe the Tower you must pre-purchase the tickets through the official site Pisa Tower
Please pay attention to the time slot you choose, to be sure it can fit with your schedule, because pre-purchased tickets are never changeable/refundable. If you are in doubt, please ask us before to buy.
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
Travel Safe & Book With Confidence: this tour is covered by our special Book with confidence and travel safe policy
Departure/Return point: cruiser terminal in La Spezia.
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: As soon as you disembark catch one of the free shuttle buses waiting close to the ship, for a 2 minutes ride.
Your driver will be waiting for you where the shuttle drops you off, holding a sign with your name on it.
- 8:00am – Meet your private driver and depart from La Spezia Port
- 8:00 to 10:00am – driving time from La Spezia to Florence
- 10:00am – Arrive in Florence and stop at Michelangelo Square for the best view of the city
- 10:45am – Stop in Santa Croce Square (Basilica of Santa Croce and leather district)
- 11:30am – Stop in Repubblica Square and admire the city highlights (Cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower), Piazza Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio-Town Hall, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Pitti Palace, San Lorenzo outdoor market), do some shopping and have lunch
- 1:45pm – Depart Florence
- 3:15 m – Stop to admire the Leaning Tower in Pisa
- 4:00 pm – Depart Pisa
- 5:00pm – Arrive at La Spezia Port and drop off at your ship
Please note: the above schedule is an example to give an idea about distances, driving and sightseeing time.
As a private service you’ll be able to customize your experience: include just the stops you are interested in, the time length to spend at each place, etc.
Simply tell your needs to the driver at the beginning of your day.
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A date that is not there, a pickup somewhere else, six people and a pushchair — if something does not fit, tell us and we will work it out. A person answers, usually within a few hours.
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Meet our native English-speaking experts, Violeta and Carrie. A different pick-up time, a second vehicle for a larger family, a licensed guide, a winery to add, a wheelchair to fit in the boot, a drop-off at the airport on your last day — tell them what your day needs to look like and they will build it.
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