From Florence: Private Full-Day Tour of Pisa and Lucca

Setting out on a private full-day tour from Florence to explore the historic cities of Pisa and Lucca can be a captivating experience. For $546.21 per person, this 8-hour journey offers the convenience of a chauffeured vehicle and the expertise of a local guide. Visitors will witness the iconic Leaning Tower, uncover Lucca’s Renaissance walls, and savor traditional pastries. With a compelling itinerary and transportation details, this tour promises an immersive and memorable adventure. What awaits those who choose to embark on this exciting excursion?

Contents show

Key Points

This private full-day tour includes visits to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa Cathedral, Baptistery, and the charming city of Lucca.
The tour is priced at $546.21 per person and lasts 8 hours with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
A knowledgeable live tour guide provides insights and commentary in multiple languages during the 1-hour guided tour in Pisa.
Transportation is provided via a private luxury chauffeured vehicle with pickup and drop-off at centrally located hotels in Florence.
The tour may not be suitable for those with mobility impairments, and the driver cannot lead visits inside city centers, museums, or churches.

You can check availability for your dates here:

Tour Overview and Pricing

This private full-day tour from Florence to Pisa and Lucca is priced from $546.21 per person.

The tour lasts 8 hours and offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Guests can reserve the tour now and pay later.

A private luxury chauffeured vehicle will pick up and drop off guests at their Florence hotel. A local guide will provide insights during the 1-hour Pisa visit, while the driver offers general information during transit.

The tour isn’t suitable for those with mobility issues, as the driver can’t lead visits inside city centers, museums, or churches.

Here are more experiences we've reviewed in Pisa

Itinerary Highlights

The tour kicks off with pickup at a centrally located hotel in Florence.

From there, the first stop is the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, along with the stunning Pisa Cathedral and Baptistery in the Piazza dei Miracoli.

Next, the tour explores the charming city of Lucca, strolling along its well-preserved Renaissance city walls and admiring landmarks like:

Piazza Anfiteatro
Torre Guinigi
Duomo di San Martino

After a leisurely walk, the tour concludes with a sweet stop at a historic café to sample traditional Lucchese pastries.

Guided Experience

A knowledgeable live tour guide accompanies travelers throughout the experience, offering insights and commentary in their choice of English, German, French, Spanish, or Italian. In Pisa, the guide provides an hour-long tour, sharing details about the iconic Leaning Tower, Piazza dei Miracoli, Cathedral, and Baptistery. During the journey to Lucca, the driver provides general introductory information about the sights.

| Guide Availability | Languages Offered |

| — | — |

| Live Tour Guide | English |

| Insights & Commentary | German |

| 1-Hour Pisa Tour | French |

| | Spanish |

| | Italian |

Transportation Details

For the entire duration, travelers are provided with a private luxury chauffeured vehicle. This ensures a comfortable and convenient experience throughout the tour.

The transportation details include:

Pickup and drop-off at the hotel in central Florence, with a driver who waits up to 30 minutes for no-shows.

Pickup and drop-off at the hotel in central Florence
Driver waits a maximum of 30 minutes for no-shows
Driver provides general introductory information during transit
Vehicle is suitable for the tour, with ample space for passengers and their belongings
The driver isn’t a licensed guide and can’t lead visits inside city centers, museums, or churches.

More Great Tours Nearby

Important Considerations

Not everyone may find this tour suitable. While the tour provides a rundown of Pisa and Lucca, it may not be accessible for those with mobility impairments. The driver is not a licensed guide and cannot lead visits inside city centers, museums, or churches. This may limit the depth of information provided at these sites. Travelers should consider their physical abilities and interests when booking this tour.

| Suitability | Mobility Impairments | Access to City Centers, Museums, Churches |

| ———– | ——————– | —————————————- |

| ✗ | Not suitable | Driver cannot lead visits |

| ✓ | Suitable | Driver provides general information |

Prefer keeping things personal? Here are more private experiences we've reviewed in Pisa

Exploring Pisa: The Leaning Tower and Beyond

What makes Pisa’s Leaning Tower such an iconic landmark? The tower’s distinctive tilt, standing at a precarious angle, has captivated visitors for centuries.

During the tour, guests will have the opportunity to:

Gaze up at the tower’s striking marble facade, reaching 56.67 meters (186 feet) high.
Explore the adjacent Pisa Cathedral, a magnificent Romanesque structure dating back to the 11th century.
Wander through the Pisa Baptistery, renowned for its impressive acoustics and stunning architectural details.
Stroll through the tranquil Piazza dei Miracoli, surrounded by some of Pisa’s most iconic monuments.
Pose for the classic "holding up the Leaning Tower" photo, a must-do for any visitor.

Discovering the Walled City of Lucca

After exploring the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, the private tour moves on to the charming walled city of Lucca. Visitors will marvel at the city’s well-preserved Renaissance walls, which can be leisurely strolled for stunning views. The tour includes a stop at the picturesque Piazza Anfiteatro, the Torre Guinigi with its rooftop gardens, and the impressive Duomo di San Martino cathedral. Enjoy a sweet treat at a historic local café before continuing the discovery of this delightful Tuscan gem.

| Key Attractions in Lucca |

| — | — |

| Renaissance Walls | Piazza Anfiteatro |

| Torre Guinigi | Duomo di San Martino |

Savoring Local Delicacies

As the tour ventures into Lucca, visitors are invited to savor the local delicacies that reflect the city’s rich culinary heritage.

From the renowned Buccellato di Lucca, a sweet bread infused with raisins and anise, to the buttery Castagnaccio, a chestnut flour cake, the flavors are a delight.

Indulge in the renowned Buccellato di Lucca, a sweet bread with raisins and anise, and the buttery Castagnaccio, a chestnut flour cake.

Visitors can also indulge in the city’s famous Lucchese olive oil, acclaimed for its distinct taste, and the Torta coi bischeri, a flaky pastry filled with a custard-like cream.

No visit to Lucca is complete without a stop at a historic café for a taste of traditional Tuscan pastries.

The Sum Up

This captivating private tour from Florence offers travelers a chance to explore the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa and the charming walled city of Lucca. With a knowledgeable guide, visitors can discover the rich history and landmarks of these two destinations, while savoring traditional Lucchese pastries. The convenient transportation and guided experience make for a memorable day trip from Florence.