Follow the footsteps of the grand master of the Renaissance and discover the places that marked the life of Leonardo da Vinci. This is a unique Leonardo da Vinci experience, a tour of discovery that takes to the roots of the genius master. Many important figures have marked the history of Florence and the Renaissance, but none has come close to the magnitude of Leonardo da Vinci. Painter, architect, engineer, scientist and many more qualifications: he has proven to revolutionize the world as we know maybe more than anyone else. From Florence to Milan, from his birthplace to the masterpiece the Last Supper, take your time to fall in love with one of the greatest mind in human history.
The Year of Leonardo: Leonardo Da Vinci’ s Tuscany
3 Days / 2 Nights
Retracing the history of the Renaissance, here’ s a journey back to Leonardo Da Vinci birthplace and other locations that have marked him, all in the beautiful countryside of Tuscany.
Day 1: Florence
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Arrival in Florence by own means and meeting with the guide Guided visit to Galleria Palatina and Museo degli Argenti at Palazzo Pitti: take the very same steps as the legendary figure of Leonardo, discover traces of his work and live again the atmosphere of his youthful places. Guided visit to Museo del Bigallo to learn more about the major works of the leonardian school. Guided visit to Museo Stibbert where many items linked to Leonardo enrich the museum collection of armouries, paintings, ceramics and costumes. Guided visit to Sala del Gran Consiglio at Palazzo della Signoria where Leonardo’ s masterpieces will not be found since they have been lost, but where can still find the following legend: it is told that Leonardo and Michelangelo were in competion, in which everyone should achive a fresco on a wall of the Sala del Gran Consiglio, Leonardo’ s Battaglia di Anghiari, later covered by Vasari’ s fresco and Michelangelo’ s Battaglia di Cascina. Stops in the different locations where it is possible to admire the Cenacoli Fiorentini of Andrea del Castagno( Sant’ Apollonia), Perugino( Fuligno) and Domenico Ghirlandaio( Ognissanti): the paintings who inspired and influenced Leonardo in the creation of his Last Supper. Return to the hotel and overnight.
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Day 2: Vinci › Cerreto Guidi
• Transfer by own means from Florence to Vinci, Leonardo’ s birthplace.
• Visit to the charming village and tour of the interesting Museo Leonardiano, one of the most appreciated museums in Tuscany: here you can uncover his greatest works and discoveries.
• Visit to Leonardo Da Vinci’ s native house, just outside the village, in the charming tuscan landscape.
• Transfer by own means to Cerreto Guidi to visit the amazing Villa Medicea and its impressive rooms. Visit to the center of Cerreto Guidi to live the beautiful atmosphere of the traditional tuscan towns. Return to the hotel and overnight.
Day 3: Florence
• Guided visit to Galleria degli Uffizi: the tour will focus on Renaissance painting. Starting from Masaccio and Paolo Uccello, Piero della Francesca and Filippo Lippi, we will spend more time in front of Nascita di Venere and Primavera by Botticelli. The hall of Botticelli will allow an historical and cultural brief to introduce the sancta sanctorum of the Gallery, known as Leonardo da Vinci hall. Guided visit to Leonardo Da Vinci hall: the genius of the italian master will be reflected inside his masterpieces including L‘ Annunciazione, il Battesimo di Gesù and the recently restored l’ Adorazione dei Magi. Analysis of Tondo Doni by Michelangelo and Raffaello’ s paintings, in order to catch the difference between these artists’ personalities
• Tour of Florence from Ponte Vecchio to Palazzo Pitti in time to visit Giardino di Boboli, ending to San Miniato al Monte Church to enjoy the beautiful Florence overview. End of tour and departure.
PROPOSAL INCLUDES
· 2 overnights in 4 * hotel in Florence on BB board in double room
· 1 welcome drink in hotel in Florence upon arrival
· Full Day guide service in Florence on 1st day and 3rd day
· Guide service in the chosen language
· Entrance Ticket to Galleria Palatina and Museo degli Argenti
· Entrance Ticket to Museo del Bigallo and Museo Stibbert
· Entrance Ticket to Palazzo della Signoria
· Entrance Ticket to Museo Leonardiano, Native House, Villa Medicea
· Entrance Ticket to Galleria degli Uffizi and Giardino di Boboli in Florence
· Audioguides for 3 days( in case of group, the audioguide are obligatory in most of museums)
· Special gift as memory of the experience( one each room)
· Phone assistance 24 / 7
PROPOSAL NOT INCLUDES
· Transfer · City tax to be paid on spot · Lunch and Dinner · Everything not mentioned in“ Proposal includes "
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OPTIONAL SERVICES:
· Bus Transfer
· Lunch and dinner reservations
· Half Day a / o Full Day guide service in Vinci-Cerreto on 2nd day
Tickets for Teatro del Maggio
Cerreto Guidi Florence
Starting from € 260 per person( Group rates)