For adrenaline seekers, the one-of-a-kind Duomo walk tour is quite literally the stairway to heaven, offering an opportunity to climb to the highest point of Brunelleschi's world-famous Cupola from where you can survey all of Florence’s majesty. Something a little lower down, feel the cool breeze in your hair as you embark on a traditional sand digger boat for the trip of a lifetime down the Arno, gliding past the sites and monuments of beautiful Florence. 

Stranger than fiction is the sordid tale of Florence’s bloody feud. On the Murder, mystery and Wine tour, the dark side of Florence is revealed. From your animated local guide you will learn about the evil machinations of Machiavelli and the ‘Black Art of Poisoning’ as you traverse the cobblestone streets of Florence by night. Secrets and Scandals is the tour for those with a taste for the macabre. This tour explores the dark heart of Renaissance politics and scandal, delving deep into the bizarre rituals and customs of the Florentines of yesteryear. 

After all that adventuring you will have built up a big appetite. What better way to satiate it, than with a tasty cooking course, preparing your own mouth-watering Tuscan meal in the company of an expert English-speaking chef? Pre-book your place now to enjoy the bounty of high season.  Passionate about selecting the finest local organic ingredients and sharing their traditional recipes with you, Tuscan chefs grant you the skills to make your own homemade pasta that will wow your friends for many meals to come!

A fine wine or two is needed to complement all that delicious food. Taking a tour in the stunning Chianti region will allow you to savour four different local wines in the company of an experienced wine expert. Set betwixt and between beautiful woodland, fortified medieval villages, castles and olive groves, you will also have the opportunity to shop at local artisan stores that line the charming alleyways of these unspoiled rural enclaves. 

Back in the city, the Medici’s kept it in the family–art that is–thus inspiring a tradition of patronage that laid the foundations for the Renaissance. Palazzo Vecchio, a seven centuries old symbol of civic power in Florence, boasts Frescoes by Michelangelo, Donatello and Bronzino amidst its lavish royal apartments and of course Vasari’s Hall of the 500. This tour is topped off with a spectacular walk along the palace walls. Indeed, the view from the 95m high Arnolfo Tower is unmissable.

Family home of the Medici’s, the splendid Pitti Palace, showcases work by Raphael, Titian, Ruben and Van Dijk amidst it’s wonderous Planetary rooms and the Galleria Palatina. Get ahead of the crowds by booking your place in advance and then rest easy knowing that you are sure to take in all the wonders of Florence during your stay. 

If you fancy a stroll, make it unforgettable by taking a tour of the UNESCO World Heritage area known as the Medici Mile.  Along this one-mile stretch running from Palazzo Medici Riccardi, through the Vasari Corridor to the majestic Pitti Palace, you will uncover the rich history and manifold secrets of the Medici clan. Early booking is highly recommended on these ever-popular tours. 

By reserving your place now, you can completely unwind knowing that your vacation needs are fully taken care of. Your best holiday experience is just a couple of clicks a way. Why wait?