About this tour
An eight-hour private journey through Tuscan countryside from Viareggio, visiting two medieval hilltop towns and Andrea Bocelli's Theatre of Silence. You'll explore Volterra, an Etruscan settlement renowned for alabaster work, then venture to San Gimignano with its iconic tower-lined skyline. Travelled in an air-conditioned minivan with a dedicated guide, this tour suits all fitness levels and accommodates up to eight people.
Highlights
- Andrea Bocelli's Theatre of Silence amphitheatre
- Volterra's alabaster workshops and Etruscan heritage sites
- San Gimignano's medieval towers and cobbled streets
- Panoramic Tuscan valley views from hilltop vantage points
- Private minivan with professional driver-guide throughout
- Small group experience with maximum eight passengers
- Rolling countryside drives between settlements
What to expect
You'll depart Viareggio and climb into the Tuscan hills toward Volterra, stopping at Bocelli's outdoor theatre nestled in the landscape. The town itself rewards wandering—narrow lanes wind past alabaster artisans' studios and Etruscan walls. After time exploring, you'll head to San Gimignano, where medieval towers puncture the skyline and narrow passages connect piazzas. The scenery between stops is as much the journey as the destinations; expect slow, winding roads with frequent photo opportunities. Your guide provides context but leaves space for independent discovery.
Good to know
Lunch isn't included; plan a meal stop in either town. Wear comfortable shoes for cobbled streets and hills. Infants can sit on an adult's lap or use specialised seats if booked ahead. The tour works for all fitness levels, though Volterra and San Gimignano involve climbing and uneven terrain.
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.