Torre di Pisa

TTT15S – Pisa, Forte dei Marmi and Pietrasanta Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

The city contains a gate built in a former bog, a historical artifact that relates to strategic planning by the ancient Roman army. In Italian Forte dei Marmi means “Fort of the marbles”. The town takes its name from the fortress that rises in the middle of the main square, built under Grand Duke Peter Leopold, who was to become Leopold II, Holy Roman Emperor, in 1788. The fortress was built to defend the coast from outer attacks, but in the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century it became the place where the marble quarried from the Alpi Apuane (they are the same mountains of the famous marble of Carrara) was stocked before being sent to the pier for shipping. Forte dei Marmi’s field hockey team is in the Italian A-league. Here you will enjoy shopping on the best Boutique(e.g. Gucci, Prada etc).

The Pietrasanta Marina, with golden sand and luxurious equipments is considered one of the best beaches of Italy. The town has Roman origins and part of the Roman wall still exists. The medieval town was founded in 1255 upon the preexisting “Rocca di Sala” fortress of the Lombards by Luca Guiscardo da Pietrasanta, from whom it got its name.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs.  The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 10 a.m. pick up at La Spezia Port;
  • On arrival in Piazza dei Cavalieri , just the time to take few pics of this beautiful square where you will admire the famous “Scuola Normale Superiore”;
  • drop off in front of the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and the Dome of Pisa;
  • departure to Forte dei Marmi;
  • Strolling in Forte dei Marmi;
  • departure to Pietrasanta;
  • Strolling in Pietrasanta ( Here you might have a lunch at the local trattoria);
  • Departure to La Spezia port in time to embark;
  • 5 p.m. drop off at the ship.
Duomo di Lucca

TTT11S – Pisa and Lucca Half Day Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

Lucca was colonised by the Romans in the 2C BC and it has retained the plan of a Roman military camp, with the two principal streets perpendicular to each other.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs.  The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9.30 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • On arrival in Piazza dei Cavalieri , just the time to take few pics of this beautiful square where you will admire the famous “Scuola Normale Superiore”;
  • drop off in front of the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and the Dome of Pisa;
  • on arrival in Lucca, first stop in Piazza Napoleone;
  • Strolling around this town passing by the famous Piazza del Giglio, Duomo di San Martino ( Holy Face), Torre del Guinigi, Via Fillungo and the famous Amphitheater;
  • we suggest lunch at the local trattoria or at the winery. The countryside around Lucca is awesome!!
  • 3.30 p.m Drop off at the ship;

TTT13S – Pisa and Lucca Full Day Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

Lucca was colonised by the Romans in the 2C BC and it has retained the plan of a Roman military camp, with the two principal streets perpendicular to each other.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs. The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • On arrival in Piazza dei Cavalieri , just the time to take few pics of this beautiful square where you will admire the famous “Scuola Normale Superiore”;
  • drop off in front of the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and the Dome of Pisa;
  • on arrival in Lucca, first stop in Piazza Napoleone;
  • Strolling around this town passing by the famous Piazza del Giglio, Duomo di San Martino ( Holy Face), Torre del Guinigi, Via Fillungo and the famous Amphitheater;
  • we suggest lunch at the local trattoria.
  • 5 p.m Drop off at the ship;

TTT12S – Wine tour Bolgheri full day Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port🍷

This service is dedicated to all those people who are interested in “Wine” to understand the steps from the birth of “grapevine” up to it pouring in the glass.

Bolgheri is located in the comune of Castagneto Carducci, a few kilometers north-west of the chief town and lies in the Province of Livorno in Italy, on the foothills of the Colline Metallifere, south of Bibbona.

Bolgheri, cradle of Giosuè Carducci, it known in the world for his “Super Tuscans Wines” and inimitable Avenue of Cypresses. (2500!!!) Bolgheri became an internationally known region following an event in 1974 arranged by Decanter where a 6-year-old Sassicaia won over an assortment of Bordeaux wines. Prior to this, Bolgheri had been relatively anonymous producers of ordinary white wines and rosés. Due to the particular characteristics of the soil and micro climate sunny, dry and moderately windy, the grape varieties of Bordeaux origin tend to thrive, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs. The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • on arrival in Bolgheri passing along the coast side!!;
  • Stop at the winery where you will enjoy a wine tastings and the visit of the farm.
  • Strolling in Bolgheri where you might have a lunch at the local trattoria.
  • We will drive to Castagneto Carducci on the top for a breathtaking view of our bay;
  • 5 p.m Drop off at the ship;

TTT10S – Pisa and San Gimignano Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

Pisa, is a charming city in Tuscany, known throughout the world for its famous Leaning Tower (Torre Pendente) in the Field of Miracles, we can find the Baptistery (Battistero) – the largest of its kind in Italy and Cemetary-(Camposanto).This area of Pisa is known as the Campo dei Miracoli.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs. The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
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  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • On arrival in Piazza dei Cavalieri , just the time to take few pics of this beautiful square where you will admire the famous “Scuola Normale Superiore”;
  • drop off in front of the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and the Dome of Pisa;
  • departure to San Gimignano ;
  • Departure to San Gimignano ( 45 minutes);
  • Lunch at the local trattoria or at the winery in San Gimignano;( this is a suggestion!);
  • Drop off in front of Porta San Giovanni or Piazza della Cisterna;
  • Strolling around this little town tastings the best gelato in the world;
  • Departure to La Spezia port in time to embark;
  • 5 p.m. drop off at the ship.

TTT07S – Florence and The Mall Shopping Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

Join this private shore excursion from Livorno lead by an English-speaking driver where you will discover the beauties of Florence and enjoy the shopping at the Mall.

The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • departure to The Mall; You will enjoy shopping for 2 hours;
  • departure to Florence;
  • On arrival to Piazzale Michelangelo for a breathtaking view of the city, an incredible picture stop overlooking the most famous sights of Florence.
  • Piazza Santa Croce;
  • Piazza della Repubblica ; Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Porcellino, Duomo , Torre di Giotto etc;
  • Lunch at the local trattoria( this is a suggestion!);
  • Departure to La Spezia port in time to embark. On the way we suggest to taste the best gelato of Florence;
  • 5.45  p.m. drop off at the ship.

TTT05S – Cinqueterre and Pisa Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

The Cinque Terre is in the Italian Region of Liguria, just west of the city of La Spezia. It is comprised of the Cinque Terre, “The Five Lands” or five villages: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso.

Enjoy the Cinque Terre tour with the best views from the panoramic drive, and a stop in Pisa to see the famous sites. You will be driven to Riomaggiore, Corniglia and Monterosso ( time permitting).

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs.  The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with the customer’s name.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • This tour is NOT RECOMMENDED for all customers with walking problems, limited mobility and car sick .
  • Our vehicles ARE EQUIPPED by the local permission to drop the customers off in Vernazza.
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 08:30 AM — Private pickup at La Spezia Cruise Terminal;
  • Piazza dei Cavalieri, Pisa A brief but beautiful stop in one of Pisa’s most elegant squares — home to the famous Scuola Normale Superiore. Just enough time to soak in the atmosphere and take a few photos before moving on.
  • The Piazza dei Miracoli One of the most iconic sights in the world: the Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, and the magnificent Duomo. A moment that never loses its magic, no matter how many times you’ve seen it in pictures.
  • Riomaggiore Our first Cinque Terre village. Colorful houses tumbling down to the sea, narrow lanes carved into the rock, fishing boats in the tiny harbor. Dramatic, authentic, unforgettable. Time to wander and breathe it all in.
  • Manarola colorful houses tumbling straight down to the sea, a tiny harbor, and a view that stops you in your tracks. One of the most romantic spots in all of Italy.
  • Monterosso al Mare (time permitting) The largest and most relaxed of the five villages, with a proper beach, elegant cafés, and a slower pace. A perfect way to end the afternoon.
  • 05:30 PM — Drop off at the ship;

TTT04S – Florence and Lucca Shore Excursion from La Spezia Port

Join this private shore excursion from Livorno lead by an English-speaking driver where you will discover the beauties of Lucca, starting from Piazza Napoleone, arriving to Florence… first stop at Piazzale Michelangelo! Lucca was colonised by the Romans in the 2C BC and it has retained the plan of a Roman military camp, with the two principal streets perpendicular to each other.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs. The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at La Spezia Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 9 a.m. Pick up from La Spezia port;
  • on arrival in Lucca, first stop in Piazza Napoleone;
  • Strolling around this town passing by the famous Piazza del Giglio, Duomo di San Martino ( Holy Face), Torre del Guinigi, Via Fillungo and the famous Amphitheater;
  • departure to Florence ;
  • On arrival to Piazzale Michelangelo for a breathtaking view of the city, an incredible picture stop overlooking the most famous sights of Florence.
  • Piazza Santa Croce;
  • Piazza della Repubblica ( here you can enjoy the lunch at the typical trattoria in Florence like a local guy); Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Porcellino, Duomo , Torre di Giotto etc;
  • Departure to La Spezia; On the way back we might stop at gelateria to taste the best Gelato ever;
  • 5.45 p.m Drop off at the ship;
Santa Margerita

TTT21C – Monterosso and Portofino Shore Excursion from Carrara Port

Explore the town of Santa Margherita Ligure, which was colonized by various groups, such as the Romans, Saracens and Napoleonic Domination. Learn about Margherita becoming apart of the Kingdom of Italy. Visit Portofino to learn about the Roman colonization that’s recognized for having a large inhabited are of dolphins.

Santa Margherita..The presence of a Roman settlement has not been definitely proven. The burgh, known asPescino, was devastated by Rothari in 641 and by the Saracens in the 10th century. Later it was a fief of the Fieschi family until 1229, when it was acquired by the Republic of Genoa. In 1432 it was attacked by the fleet of Venice and in 1549, together by Rapallo, by that of Turgut. In 1813, under the Napoleonic domination, the two burghs of Pescino and Corte were unified as Porto Napoleone. Two years later it was annexed to the Kingdom of Sardinia as the commune of Santa Margherita Ligure. In 1861 it became part of the newly unified Kingdom of Italy. Connected by rail in the 20th century, Santa Margherita became a renowned tourist resort afterWorld War II.

P.N.: all services provided are customizable according your needs. The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at Carrara Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.  Take the free shuttle bus you will find under the ship to the waiting area for private car service located outside the port.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 8.30 a.m. Pick up from Carrara port;
  • on arrival to Rapallo, we will drive to Santa Margherita Ligure, charming fishing village along the coastline;
  • Stop on the top of the hill for taking pic of the breathtaking view of Portofino ;
  • Strolling around the charming town full of the elegant stores, beautiful church! ;
  • we will drive to Portofino passing along the coast line.
  • Drop off “La Piazzetta” symbol glamour” of Portifino;
  • Departure to Monterosso;
  • Strolling in Monterosso and Fegina ( here you might have a lunch at the local trattoria!);
  • 5.30 p.m Drop off at the ship;

TTT07L – Florence and The Mall Shopping Shore Excursion from Livorno Port

Join this private shore excursion from Livorno lead by an English-speaking driver where you will discover the beauties of Florence and enjoy the shopping at the Mall.

The pick up and drop off time can be change according the arrival and departure time of the ship.

  • Meeting Point at Livorno Port: Customers will be met by a Tuscany Taste Tour’s driver holding up a sign with their name on it.
  • Our drivers are NOT OFFICIAL LICENCE GUIDES and they can give you commentaries of the sites seen from inside the vehicle. We are professional speaking drivers but are not allowed, by an agreement with Labour Union, to enter museums, churches and other monuments.
  • Dresses: Please dress respectfully for visiting religious monuments, local custom requires cover knees and shoulder. Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
  • Wheel Chair Accessible : This service, available upon request, allows the vehicle to be configured from 8 passenger seats to 5 seats plus one for the disabled passenger, ensuring safe and easy access for those with mobility challenges. Please note that the wheelchair lift is installed only upon request and requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Therefore, we kindly ask you to contact us in advance to ensure the service is available.Please note that while the driver can assist with boarding and disembarking, it is required that the disabled passenger is accompanied by an assistant during the journey.”
  • The vehicle will escort you for the entire service. Walking is limited unlike bus tour where you have to walk the whole day.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • 8 a.m. Pick up from Livorno port;
  • departure to The Mall; You will enjoy shopping for 2 hours;
  • departure to Florence;
  • On arrival to Piazzale Michelangelo for a breathtaking view of the city, an incredible picture stop overlooking the most famous sights of Florence.
  • Piazza Santa Croce;
  • Piazza della Repubblica ; Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Porcellino, Duomo , Torre di Giotto etc;
  • Quick lunch and free time;
  • Departure to Livorno port in time to embark. On the way we suggest to taste the best gelato of Florence;
  • 5.30 p.m. drop off at the ship.