11 Days/10 Nights, 6-12 travelers per departure
Discover the beauty of Tuscany and the Italian Riviera on this 11-day, 10-night journey that blends Renaissance art, medieval villages, and breathtaking coastal landscapes.
Begin in Florence, where you’ll explore the city’s treasures with a guided walking tour of Florence’s highlights with priority access to key sites.
Stay in the historic city of Lucca, a perfect base for visiting the dramatic cliffs and colorful villages of the Cinque Terre—Monterosso, Manarola, and Vernazza. Visit the famed Carrara marble quarries, where beautiful white marble has been sourced since Roman times, to the Renaissance when Michelangelo chose the block that would become “David”.
Continue this magical journey in a classic Tuscan Villa Hotel where you will be surrounded by breathtaking scenery as you experience the soul of Tuscany’s villages and wine country. Traverse the rolling hills of Greve in Chianti, Pienza, and Montepulciano, indulge in wine tasting at boutique wineries, and enrich your palate with pecorino cheese tastings, a hands-on cooking class, and visits to artisan shops.
Intimate Group Size: Limited to just 6–12 travelers, this tour provides a relaxed pace, deeper access, and personal attention that larger groups simply can’t provide. (Learn why group size makes such a difference.)
Luxury & Ease: Travel in comfort via Mercedes executive vans, enjoy priority access to top sights, and stay in hand-selected boutique hotels.
Authentic Immersion: Go beyond the usual—cook pasta in a centuries-old castle kitchen, sip wine in Tuscany’s rolling hills, and connect with Italy through its people, food, and traditions.
White-Glove Service: A full-time English-speaking Journey Director, private drivers, and zero-stress logistics let you focus fully on the experience. The tour includes most meals, local tips, taxes, gratuities, and special extras like return-traveler credits.
When you want to experience the absolute best that Italy has to offer, trust no other than Nada’s Italy. Our professional, fully escorted tours through Italy is only limited to 6-12 travelers, allowing us to create an intimate experience you can’t find anywhere else. To learn more about our tours, call us today at 877-959-8365 or inquire for the date you’re interested in to the right!
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Florence
Tuscany
San Gimignano
Montepulciano
Pienza
Cinque Terre villages
Pisa
Lucca
Marble quarries
Welcome to Italia! Tonight you will rest in a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Florence and relax after a long trip overseas. Regain your energies so you can start the trip of a lifetime in one of the world’s most beautiful cities!
No meals included.
After check-out, on our way towards the coast of Tuscany, we’ll stop in the charming town of Lucca, one of Tuscany’s main cities & best preserved medieval towns. Meet with your local City Guide for a walking tour of this charming town completely surrounded by massive walls, on top of which lay a greenway adorned with spectacular trees. Then, get to know better your fellow travel companions during our “Welcome” group dinner with local specialties & wine.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
First stop of the day: Pisa. Go ahead, take the photo “holding” the tower and check it off your list. If you’re brave, why not attempt to climb up the tower? Meet up with the group and enjoy lunch at a local seafood restaurant.Then take a private panoramic tour of the famous Carrara quarries, known around the world for their beautiful white Italian marble. To end this fabulous day, take a walk around Pietrasanta, a lovely village along the coast, where you’ll have free time to enjoy dinner on your own.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
Morning departure to the fascinating Cinque Terre, five fishing villages that have become a World Heritage protected site, and a legacy left by man’s enduring spirit of adaptation to nature’s erratic forces, and the strenuous reliance on sea and land for survival. We’ll stop to take photos of the most beautiful views of these five hamlets, built into the sheer rocky coast, a small strip of roughly edged mountains dropping sharply into the sea. Visit Manarola. We will stop for lunch in Monterosso, then visit Vernazza, where you’ll have free time for lunch and to explore this lovely seaside community.
To end the day, we’ll take a panoramic boat ride (weather permitting) to Portovenere. The ancient Portus Veneris is believed to date back to the middle of the first century B.C. its name refers to a temple to the goddess Venus which was sited on the hilltop where the church of Peter the Apostle now stands. Take a group walk through Portovenere and then enjoy some free time to soak up the magical atmosphere of this vibrant Mediterranean village. Don’t forget to shop for the local specialty: fresh basil Pesto. We’ll gather to enjoy a group dinner in a family trattoria with tasty local dishes from the region of Liguria.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Today we’ll be exploring what is known as the “Etruscan Coast”, where charming villages crown the hilltops and boast amazing views of both the countryside as well as the sea. Our first stop is Casale Marittimo which is sheltered on a hill that dominates the valley of the River Cecina.
Our second stop will be Bolgheri, an ancient village situated in the heart of the Etruscan Coast, famous for the Viale dei Cipressi, an impressive 3-mile long “driveway” lined with century-old cypress trees, leading up to the Castle. Group lunch in a local favorite trattoria with traditional home-made dishes. Short drive to a local winery for a private tour and tasting. This coastline is now one of the most high-level wine producing areas in Italy, where wines have gained world recognition under the category of “Super Tuscans”, whose vines grow on softly-shaped hills, gently caressed by the zesty sea breeze. Return to Lucca. Dinner will be on your own.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch
After the check out we’ll reach the nearby village of Greve in Chianti, where you can explore local shops and have some gelato.
Depart to reach our lovely historical villa in the heart of Tuscany countryside, in a medieval village. A corner of peace and wellness located in a natural park. Benvenuto dinner in the Villa Hotel’s dining room, with organic Tuscan dishes, made from the freshest ingredients.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner
Departure for the Val D’Orcia where you will find some of the most scenic views of Tuscany from the top of the walls of the small, quaint village of Pienza, considered the “Jewel of the Renaissance” by Pope Pius II. Have a group lunch in a family osteria with local specialties, and then enjoy some free time to explore and take photos.
We will stop at the highest hilltop town of Tuscany: Montepulciano, land of the elegant Vino Nobile wine. Take a group walk through town, stopping to meet some of the town’s local artisans and wine makers.
For dinner, you’ll enjoy a tasty home-made dinner at a family-owned trattoria, paired with the local Vino Nobile.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Take a panoramic drive to the heart of the Chianti Classico hills, where we’ll take a tour of a boutique winery and its ancient underground cellars, followed by group lunch and wine pairing.
Next on the list is one of Tuscany’s most unique destinations: Medieval San Gimignano. This one-of-a-kind walled village appears to be ‘frozen’ in time and will make you think about knights in shining armor, evil counts, and a damsel in distress on top of one of its towers. Enjoy some free time to explore and shop for colorful hand-made crafts as master artisans from all over the region come here to showcase their bright hand-painted pottery, carved olive wood items, hand-made jewelry, linens, and much more.
After your return to the villa, the group will gather for dinner at a family owned trattoria.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Learn about local cuisine during and get your hands dirty during a fun cooking class in a private villa, followed by lunch. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon to relax by the pool/ take a walk/ rest/ enjoy life at the Villa Hotel, then get ready for dinner, weather permitting, under the stars.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner
After check-out from the villa hotel, we’ll drive back to Florence, where our expert local City Guide will walk us through the picturesque streets of Florence, as we glimpse into the history of its main sites such as the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio (the Old Bridge), Piazza della Signoria, among many others. Trace Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo’s footsteps through the elegant streets, squares, and shopping areas of this fascinating outdoor museum called Florence. Then enjoy the rest of the day exploring Florence with lunch and dinner on your own. Tonight is the last night of the tour and your last night in Florence, make it special.
Meals included: breakfast
Hopefully you will stay longer in this gorgeous country and explore other regions. Thank you for choosing Nada’s Italy for your Italian adventure. We hope you’ll be back soon and experience more parts of this colorful culture with us! Until next time, beautiful Italia says Arrivederci!
Meals included: breakfast
Small group travel: maximum of 12 travelers per group!
Fully escorted day trips with a full-time English-speaking Tour Leader and professional private drivers.
Meals included: all breakfasts, some lunches and dinners (included meals are shown at bottom of each day’s itinerary.)
Beverages included: bottled water, soft drinks, coffee, and 2 glasses of wine per meal (choice of red or white wine).
Private Walking Tours by licensed English-speaking City Guides, including PRIORITY entrance & tickets to attractions.
Private Transportation for day trips and transfers in comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes Executive vans (does not include: transfer from and to the airport, airfare, or any other personal travel expenses).
A+ Rated Customer Service with Nada’s Italy you can rest assured that your travel experience will be completely stress-free. Your personal Journey Coordinator will assist you with any additional services you may need, provide expert packing and travel advice, and answer any questions you may have before your trip.
Return Traveler Program: receive up to $800 credit per person towards any future trips you take with Nada’s Italy!
No bag limit (many tour companies have a 1-bag limit per person).
Taxes & Fees: Local VAT taxes and government fees, City Tax, gas, highway tolls, city access licenses and permits, parking fees.
Book an extra night at the same hotel before or after your tour.
Private luxury vehicle transfer with English-speaking driver.
Add a few extra days prior to or after your tour, tailored to your needs.
We work with a wholesale airfare broker who will search for lower-than-published fares for First, Business, or Premium Economy classes.
We work with a trusted insurance broker who will help protect your trip.
Enjoy the best of both worlds, from the Tuscan countryside to the mesmerizing Cinque Terre.
"We took the Tuscan Villages & Cinque Terre tour and had such a wonderful time! Our journey director, Ilaria was the icing on the cake! She was so knowledgeable and passionate and really provided peace of mind to us on our journey! She was a master of logistics and there is no doubt that she loves what she does. This was our first trip to Europe and Nada’s and her team really made it a very seamless experience. The accommodations were all top notch and the restaurant choices were wonderful. It was so nice to be such a small group and to be able to explore some of the less touristy areas. If you are looking for a reputable small group tour company, I would look no further! Nada’s provided us with an upscale, worry free and very enjoyable experience! We will not hesitate to book again with them in the future!"
"We’ve travelled twice with Nadas Italy in the past 4 years ( a little Covid interference) and have really enjoyed each trip. The first was The Amalfi Coast - it was amazing ~ our first “group tour” ~ it was actually like traveling with 10 best friends, amazing! Our second trip was Tuscany and Cinque Terra, another incredible trip. We went to so many places where we didn’t see Americans, remote quant towns and wonderful restaurants. I can’t imagine a better experience! This fall we are headed to Puglia with Nada's, joined by friends we made in our first trip. We can’t wait to see what treasures we get to see this time….. I can’t say enough good about Nadas ~ their tripe are simply amazing."
"We have been on 3 Nada's Italy Tours of Italia. Each one was spectacular in EVERY respect. The first was with Nada herself in Tuscany. Wow. I will share photos later. The second was to Bologna/Modena/Parma/ Roma. The most recent was the Sizzling Sicily Tour. Perfetto!!! Nada, her Marvelous Office Staff, Guides, Drivers, and Tour details are all First Class, Fantastic, and Wonderful. I am always proud to invite my Friends, Family, Staff, and Patients on our Trips. Grazie Mille to Everyone at Nada's Italy!!!"
