15 days in Tuscany Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Tuscany route maker
Start: Luxembourg City
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Pisa
— 1 day
Drive to Piombino, Ferry to Portoferraio
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Portoferraio, Elba Island
— 4 nights
Ferry to Piombino, Taxi to Siena
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Siena
— 3 nights
Drive
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Castelnuovo Berardenga
— 2 nights
Drive
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Cortona
— 2 nights
Drive
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Florence
— 3 nights
Fly
End: Luxembourg City
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Pisa — 1 day
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Known worldwide for the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the city of Pisa historically served as a maritime power in the heart of Tuscany.Start off your visit on the 13th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Le mura di Lucca, then steep yourself in history at St Martin Cathedral, then don't miss a visit to Piazza dei Miracoli, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Leaning Tower of Pisa.
For photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Pisa online tour itinerary builder.
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg to Pisa is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Luxembourg City in August: high temperatures in Pisa hover around 35°C and lows are around 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sat) so you can travel to Portoferraio.
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Portoferraio, Elba Island — 4 nights
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Portoferraio is a town and comune in the province of Livorno, on the edge of the eponymous harbour of the island of Elba. Get out of town with these interesting Portoferraio side-trips: Capoliveri (Centro Subacqueo Il Corsaro & Spiaggia del Cannello). There's still lots to do: see majestic marine mammals with Aviosail Charter, kick back and relax at Spiaggia Canata, head outdoors with Aloha Center, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Spiaggia Luisi d'Angelo.
To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Portoferraio trip itinerary site.
You can do a combination of car and ferry from Pisa to Portoferraio in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry. In August in Portoferraio, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to travel to Siena.
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To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Portoferraio trip itinerary site.
You can do a combination of car and ferry from Pisa to Portoferraio in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry. In August in Portoferraio, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 23°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Wed) early enough to travel to Siena.
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Siena — 3 nights
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Cultural Heart of Tuscany
Siena, a medieval Tuscan city, features numerous attractions, including a historic town center, alleyways, towers, and well-preserved buildings.Change things up with these side-trips from Siena: Guardastelle Vineyard (in San Gimignano) and Poggio al Bosco (in Chiostrini). The adventure continues: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Siena, don't miss a visit to Piazza del Campo, step into the grandiose world of Castello di Monteriggioni, and steep yourself in history at Centro Storico di Siena.
For reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Siena online holiday planner.
Getting from Portoferraio to Siena by combination of ferry and taxi takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry, train, and bus. Traveling from Portoferraio in August, you will find days in Siena are somewhat warmer (37°C), and nights are about the same (22°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Castelnuovo Berardenga.
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Castelnuovo Berardenga — 2 nights
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Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sun): look for all kinds of wild species at Crete Senesi, appreciate the views at Val d'Orcia, and then relax in the rural setting at Agriturismo il Molinello. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: relax in the rural setting at Fattoria Santa Vittoria and then take in the dramatic natural features at Le Balze.
To find reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Castelnuovo Berardenga trip builder site.
Castelnuovo Berardenga is very close to Siena. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in August, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Cortona.
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To find reviews, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the Castelnuovo Berardenga trip builder site.
Castelnuovo Berardenga is very close to Siena. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in August, and nighttime lows around 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) so you can go by car to Cortona.
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Cortona — 2 nights
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City of Art
The hilltop town of Cortona gained international attention as the subject of the 2003 film "Under the Tuscan Sun." With the Chiana Valley and Lake Trasimeno as its backdrop, Cortona is one of Tuscany's hotspots for art and culture.On the 23rd (Tue), explore the fascinating underground world of Belvedere di Cortona, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Eremo Le Celle, then do a tasting at winery Agriturismo Santo Stefano, and finally learn about winemaking at Buccelletti - Cantina. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: learn about winemaking at Tenuta Valdipiatta, do a tasting at Az. Agr. Poliziano, look for gifts at Giancarlo Rossi, then see the interesting displays at Museo Diocesano, and finally take an in-depth tour of MAEC - Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca.
To find more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Cortona visit planner.
Getting from Castelnuovo Berardenga to Cortona by car takes about an hour. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Florence.
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Florence — 3 nights
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Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.Go for a jaunt from Florence to Santa Brigida to see Castello del Trebbio about 36 minutes away. There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, and see the interesting displays at Pitti Palace.
To see photos, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Florence tour itinerary planner.
Drive from Cortona to Florence in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in August, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.
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Tuscany travel guide
Birthplace of the Italian Renaissance
Known for its landscapes, traditions, and history, Tuscany possesses an unparalleled artistic legacy that continues to influence world culture. Regarded as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the region boasts a lengthy list of attractions, including world-class museums, art galleries, and archeological sites. With a distinct culture and a very strong linguistic identity, this region is sometimes referred to as a nation within a nation. A land of picture-postcard areas, Tuscany contains plenty of places to visit on your holiday, with seven World Heritage Sites, including the historic town centers of Florence and Siena. With more than 120 protected nature preserves, Tuscany is not only a land of culture and historic monuments, but also a great place to discover and enjoy the Italian outdoors. Take it slowly here (as the locals do), and give yourself plenty of time to get to know the local culture and cuisine of Tuscany's medieval towns and ancient villages.
