FGS CAR RENTAL Daily Programs include Classical
Excursions to artistic cities throughout Italy. We also offer
Wine Tours to Montalcino, Montepulciano, and the hills
of Chianti, with Guided Visits and Wine and Food
Tastings to the most famous wineries including Banfi Castle,
Brolio Castle, Capannelle farm, and Avignonesi, to name a few.
In addition, we can provide you with an authorized Artistic Guide
for visits to the cities of Rome, Venice, Lucca, Pisa, Siena, Florence
as well as any other italian artistic city of your choice.
| AREZZO WINE TOUR ![]() |
H:9.00 |
Departure. |
H:10.00 |
Arrive to Arezzo. Visit of the city
which begins with a tour of the antique medieval walls. By way of
the long escalator, we arrive to the highest point of the city where
the Cathedral stands in its magnificence, a spectacular example
of gothic architecture, which houses artistic treasures including
the stained glass windows of Marcillat and the Maddalena fresco
by Piero della Francesca. Afterwards, we will visit the church of San Domenico with the famous Crucifix of Cimabue. |
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H:11.30 |
Departure for the Fattoria of La
Striscia. Visit of the winery and a tasting which includes some
unique, traditional products. |
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H:12.45 |
Departure for the Fattoria of San
Fabiano. Visit of the wine cellar, tasting of wines produced by the winery and a light lunch of based on local culinary delights. |
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H:14.00 |
Return to the city for a visit of
the Basilica of San Francesco which contains the magnificent Legend
of the Cross, famous fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca. Walk through the historical center and visit to the Big Square, known as the “Piazza Grande.” Visit of Pieve of Santa Maria, the most beautiful example of romanesque architecture in Tuscany. Free time for shopping. |
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H:17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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* The cost of the tastings
and entry tickets/museum fees are not included in the tour. |
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| ASSISI
CORTONA ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure from Arezzo. |
10.30 |
Arrival to St. Mary of the Angels,
“Santa Maria degli Angeli.” Visit of the namesake church,
where the Porziuncola is housed and on display. This is the first
church constructed by St. Frances. |
|
11.00 |
Arrival to Assisi. Visited guide of this renowned city with a visit to the Basilica of St. Frances, which contains the frescoes of Simone Martini and Giotto, as well as a visit to the Basilica of Santa Chiara. Free time for lunch. |
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15.00 |
Departure for Cortona. |
|
16.00 |
Arrival to Cortona and visit of the historical center
with the Cathedral, the Archeological Museum, the Diocesano Museum
and the antique Etruscan door known as “Porta Bifora.” |
|
17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| BALSAMIC VINEGAR & FERRARI MUSEUM ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure. |
11.00 |
Arrival in Acetaia Leonardi near Modena; guided tour to discover the cellars where, besides the fascination of this small and old family farm, it will be possible to taste a balsamic vinegar 100 years old (www.acetaialeonardi.it). |
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13.30 |
Lunch in a typical Italian Osteria (Italian family restaurant). |
|
15.00 |
Visit to Ferrari Museum in Maranello;. |
|
16.30 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| CASENTINO
Castels ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure. |
10.00 |
Arrival to Verna and visit of the
Sanctuary which was the former residence of St. Frances. Spectacular
example of architecture, in the midst of the forest, National Park
of Casentinesi. |
|
H.11.30 |
By advanced reservation, you may take some beautiful nature walks
within the park.
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| 13.00 | Free time for lunch and departure
for Romena Castle. |
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| 14.00 | Arrival and visit to the Castel of Conti Guidi and
of the Pieve Romanica, splendid example of medieval architecture. |
|
15.00 |
Departure for Poppi. |
|
15.30
| Visit to the Castel of Conti Guidi, the castle library
and the medieval town. |
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17.00
| Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| CHIANTI
CLASSICO WINE TOUR ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure. |
10.00 |
Arrive to Arezzo. Visit of the city
which begins with a tour of the antique medieval walls. By way of
the long escalator, we arrive to the highest point of the city where
the Cathedral stands in its magnificence, a spectacular example
of gothic architecture, which houses artistic treasures including
the stained glass windows of Marcillat and the Magdalen fresco by
Piero della Francesca. Afterwards, we will visit the church of San Domenico with the famous Crucifix of Cimabue. |
|
11.30 |
Departure for the Fattoria of La
Striscia. Visit of the winery and a Wine Tasting which includes
sumptuous, traditional local products. |
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| 12.45 | Departure for the Fattoria of San Fabiano. Visit of the wine cellar, Wine Tasting and aL? light lunch of local culinary delights. |
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| 15.00 | Return to the city for a visit of the Basilica of San
Francesco which contains the magnificent Legend of the Cross, famous
fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca. Walk through the historical center and visit to the Big Square, known as the “Piazza Grande.” Visit of Pieve of Santa Maria, the most beautiful example of romanesque architecture in Tuscany. Free time for shopping. |
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| 17.00 | Departure and return to the hotel. |
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* The cost of the tastings and entry tickets/museum
fees are not included in the tour. |
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| CINQUE
TERRE ![]() |
7.00 |
Departure for the Cinque Terre |
9.30 |
Arrival to Monterosso. |
|
10.00 |
Visit to the five sea villages, nestled
between sea, hills, vineyards, churches and fisherman villages.
You may take a walk along the romantic road that connects all the
five villages, known as the “Via dell’Amore,”
or Street of Love, carved along the coast along the magnificent
sea. |
|
17.00 |
Departure for Manarola and return
to the hotel. |
|
9.00 |
Departure. |
|
11.00 |
Arrival in Pisa and visit of “Piazza dei Miracoli”, with the Cathedral (Duomo) and the famous leaning Tower of Pisa; |
|
13.00 |
Departure to Livorno; |
|
13.30 |
Lunch in a typical Trattoria (Italian family restaurant): if available it will be possible to taste the famous “cacciucco”, one of the best Italian fish soup! |
|
14.30 |
Departure to Volterra and visit of the town; | |
16.30 |
Departure and return to your hotel. | |
| CRUISE
PROGRAM ![]() |
Direct from your ship, from both
the port of Livorno and the port of Civitavecchia, our Dependable
Transportation and Comfortable Mini Vans will chauffeur you to the
most beautiful cities in Tuscany and Lazio, allowing you to experience
a high quality of travelling. |
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- Florence - Pisa & Florence - Volterra & San Gimignano - San Gimignano & Siena - Portovenere (“Port of Venus”) & Pisa - Rome - Castelli Romani (“Roman Castles”) - Tarquinia & Tuscanica - Pisa & Lucca - Wine Tour - Cinque Terre |
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| FLORENCE ![]() |
9.30 |
Arrival to the city. The tour begins
in Michelangelo’s Square, “Piazzale Michelangelo,”
the panoramic terrace of Florence, where you may gaze upon the sensational
view of the river Arno, the Old Bridge, known as “Ponte Vecchio,”
and Florence’s most important monuments.. |
10.00 |
Santa Croce Square, known as “Piazza
Santa Croce.” Visit to the namesake Basilica, rich in historical
and artistic treasures as well Brunelleschi’s famous cloister. |
|
H.11.00 |
Republic Square, known as “Piazza
della Repubblica.” Perfect departure point for a guided walk
through the heart of Florence. Along the way, you may visit the
Cathedral St. Mary of the Flower, “Santa Maria del Fiore,”
the Bell Tower of Giotto, the Baptistery, Signoria Square, “Piazza
della Signoria,” the Uffizi Museum (from the outside), The
Old Bridge and Pitti Palace. Free time for lunch or for shopping in the San Lorenzo market. |
|
17.30 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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* Visiting the Uffizi Museum or the Accademia,
which houses Michelangelo’s David, are only advised with adavnce
reservations, in order to avoid long lines, especially from May to
October. |
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| MONTEPULCIANO
PIENZA MONTALCINO ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure. |
10.00 |
Arrival to Montepulciano and guided
tour to the historical city center. It will be possible to visit
some historical wineries and have free Wine Tastings of the Nobile
of Montepulciano. |
|
12.00 |
Departure and arrival to Pienza.
Visit to the small town, “borgo”, jewel of the Renaissance
and famous for the production of pecorino cheese. Free time for
lunch. |
|
13.00 |
Departure for Montalcino. A visit
of the city, where it will be possibile to taste the Brunello wine
and upon advance reservation with your escort, a visit to some wineries
where this worldly renowned wine is produced. |
|
17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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PIERO DELLA FRANCESCA ![]() |
9.00 |
Departure for Arezzo. |
10.00 |
Arrival and visit to the Cathedral,
with the fresco of the Maddalena and the Basilica of St. Frances,
with particular attention to the Bacci chapel with the fresco cycle
Legend of the Cross. Free time for lunch. |
|
H.14.00 |
Departure for Monterchi, town where
the Madonna del Parto may be seen in a permanent exhibition. |
|
15.30 |
Departure for Sansepolcro. |
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| 16.00 | Arrival to Sansepolcro and visit to the Museum, which
contains numerous masterpieces by Piero della Francesca. |
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| 17.30 | Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| PISA
LUCCA ![]() |
8.00 |
Departure for Pisa. |
10.00 |
Descent to Miracle Square, “Piazza
dei Miracoli,” and visit to the Tower, of the Cathedral and
the Baptistery. |
|
12.00 |
Free time for lunch. |
|
13.00 |
Departure for Lucca. |
|
14.00 |
Visit to the historical city center and to the monuments
of one of the most sensational Tuscan cities, rich in history and
artistic treasures. |
|
17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| PORTOFINO ![]() |
7.00 |
Departure for Portofino. |
10.00 |
Arrival and visit of the seaside
town, with its colorful houses, built in a semi-circle along the
namesake gulf. |
|
13.00 |
Free time for lunch. |
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| 14.00 | Walk to the St. George Church, to the lighthouse, and
to San Fruttuoso, where we may admire the magnificent panorama along
the coast. |
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| 17.00 | Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| ROME
TOUR ![]() |
7.00 |
Departure for Rome. |
10.30 |
Arrival to Rome and guided visit of the city and its most important
monuments. We recommend you to reserve the program in advance with our escort. |
|
16.30 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| 20.00 | Arrival |
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| SIENA
MONTERIGGIONI SAN GIMIGNANO ![]() |
9.00 |
Arrival to Siena and decent to Mercato
Square, “Piazza del Mercato,” right next to Campo Square,
“Piazza del Campo.” Guided tour in the historical center of the city. We may visit the Campo, the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Crypt, and the courtyard of the Musical Accademia. Free time for shopping on Via di Città and Banchi di Sopra. |
12.30 |
Departure for Monteriggioni. |
|
13.00 |
Arrival to Monteriggioni, visit of
the splendid medieval town, “borgo,” with the possibility
to walk on top of the antique wall. Free time for lunch. |
|
14.30 |
Departure for San Gimignano. |
|
15.15 |
Arrival and guided visit to the city, its little streets,
its squares, the castle and the Collegiata. |
|
17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
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| VENICE ![]() |
6.00 |
Departure. |
10.00 |
Arrival to Venice and visited guide
of the city and its principle monuments. We recommend you to reserve the program in advance with our escort. |
|
H.17.00 |
Departure and return to the hotel. |
|
20.00 |
Arrival. |
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