* ALL TOURS INCLUDED * - TUSCANY - THY - 2026
Tour details
DAY 1: ISTANBUL AIRPORT – BOLOGNA – FLORENCE
At Istanbul Airport, enter through gate 3 and meet our valued guests in front of THY’s international departures F counter (counters 1–27) at 05:00 for check-in procedures. Depart for Bologna at 08:00 on THY flight TK1321. Arrival in Bologna at local time 09:40. We continue to Florence with our waiting vehicle.
At Istanbul Airport, enter through gate 3 and meet our valued guests in front of THY’s international departures F counter (counters 1–27) at 05:00 for check-in procedures. Depart for Bologna at 08:00 on THY flight TK1321. Arrival in Bologna at local time 09:40. We continue to Florence with our waiting vehicle.
On our city tour in Florence, with its historic buildings, works of art, and culturally rich atmosphere; we see the Arno River, which divides the city in two, Ponte Vecchio with its 14th-century goldsmith shops, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Piazza del Duomo, the Gothic Bell Tower, the Baptistery and the East Gate, called the Gate of Paradise, Santa Croce Church, where the graves of important figures such as Michelangelo, Machiavelli, and Galileo are located, the Uffizi Art Gallery, Signoria Square, Neptune Fountain in the square, the David statue, and the historic courtyard that resembles an open-air museum.
At the end of the tour, transfer to our Tuscany hotel.
DAY 2: PISA – SAN GIMIGNANO – SIENA
After breakfast, we start our full-day tour at the time specified by our guide.
After breakfast, we start our full-day tour at the time specified by our guide.
Our first stop is Pisa. Upon arrival in the city, we see the Baptistery, the Cathedral, and the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, all located on the lush green grass of Miracle Square. Guests who wish can climb the 56-meter-high tower and enjoy the view.
Then we head to San Gimignano. In this medieval town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known as the “City of Beautiful Towers,” we take a walking tour seeing important landmarks such as Porta San Giovanni, Piazza della Cisterna, Cathedral Square (Piazza del Duomo), Palazzo del Popolo, and the Podesta Palace.
After San Gimignano, we continue to Siena. In this city, known for its earth-colored maze-like streets and enchanting atmosphere, sights to see include Piazza del Campo, where the Palio races are held, Gaia Fountain, Torre del Mangia, and the Duomo Cathedral, famous for its black and white marbles.
At the end of the tour, return to our hotel.
DAY 3: MONTEPULCIANO – MONTALCINO
After breakfast, we begin our full-day tour.
After breakfast, we begin our full-day tour.
Our first stop is Montepulciano. Founded by the Etruscans in 308 B.C., this city is famous for its wines. Its main street is 1.5 km long and stretches from Porta al Prato to Piazza Grande. In the city, we see Palazzo Comunale, Santa Maria Cathedral, and the historic city walls. Then we enjoy a wine tasting at Cantina de Ricci, located beneath Ricci Palace and one of the oldest wine cellars in the world.
After the tour, we move on to the town of Montalcino, famous for its Brunello wines. After a visit to the historic castle and city center, we return to our hotel.
DAY 4: BOLOGNA – ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we complete our hotel check-out and head to Bologna at the time specified by our guide. After approximately a 2-hour journey, we begin our city tour upon arrival.
After breakfast, we complete our hotel check-out and head to Bologna at the time specified by our guide. After approximately a 2-hour journey, we begin our city tour upon arrival.
In Bologna, whose history dates back to the 6th century B.C., sights to see include Maggiore Square, Palazzo di Accursio, Palazzo Podestà, Basilica di San Petronio, and the Garisenda and Asinelli Towers.
After the tour, transfer to the airport. After ticketing and baggage procedures, depart for Istanbul at 19:00 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1326. Arrival in Istanbul at 22:45 and the end of our tour.
What's included
- Economy-class airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul Airport – Bologna – Istanbul Airport route.
- 3 nights in Tuscany, accommodation with breakfast in a 4-star hotel category.
- Wine tasting at Cantina De Ricci
- All tours specified in the program.
- Entrance fees to museums and historical sites specified in the program.
- Airport taxes.
- Hotel taxes.
- All hotel and airport transfers.
- Experienced Turkish-speaking tour guide service.
- Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not included
- Personal expenses and hotel extras.
- Exit tax for leaving the country (can be paid at the relevant banks or the treasury cashier at the airport).
- Lunch and dinner.
- City taxes charged by hotels.
- Domestic connecting flights.
- Schengen visa fee.
- Travel protection package (including cancellation protection).
- Note: A 100% surcharge applies for guests aged 70 and over.