About this tour
An 11-hour private journey from Rome that pairs self-guided exploration of Pisa with a guided tour through Florence's artistic core. Your driver collects you from your hotel and shuttles you between cities while a specialist guide unpacks the Renaissance masterpieces, medieval architecture and civic landmarks that define Florence—from the Uffizi courtyard to the Ponte Vecchio and beyond. You return to Rome in the evening with time to absorb both cities at your own rhythm.
Highlights
- Private driver and art historian guide for the full day
- Florence: Bargello Palace, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio
- Santa Croce Church and San Lorenzo with detailed context
- Giotto's Bell Tower and Cathedral exterior
- Uffizi Gallery courtyard and Ponte Vecchio
- Self-guided wander through Pisa at your pace
- Hotel pickup and evening return to Rome
What to expect
Your driver arrives at your Rome hotel in the morning and drives you to Florence, where you meet your art historian guide. Over several hours, you'll walk through the city's pivotal sites—Renaissance palaces, churches dense with frescoes and sculpture, the famous bridge lined with jewellers' stalls. The guide provides historical and artistic depth; you move at a conversational pace. Mid-afternoon, you head to Pisa for a quieter, self-directed visit to the Leaning Tower precinct and surrounding monuments. Evening departure back to Rome gives you time to rest before arrival.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes; you'll cover significant ground on foot in both cities. Bring water and snacks, as meals aren't included. Prams and specialised infant seats are available. Moderate fitness helps—stairs feature in many churches and palaces.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.