Discover Tuscany’s art, history, and world-famous wines on a personalized shore excursion from La Spezia. With intimate guides and exclusive vineyard visits, this trip offers a deep dive into Italy’s most iconic region.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Accessible for most fitness levels, with some walking involved
Wildlife
History
Chianti's winemaking dates back to the 13th century, with Tuscan vintners cultivating the region’s unique soil and climate for centuries.
Conservation
Many local wineries employ sustainable practices, preserving Tuscany’s natural beauty and ensuring the health of vineyards for generations.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours
Discover Tuscany’s art, history, and world-famous wines on a personalized shore excursion from La Spezia. With intimate guides and exclusive vineyard visits, this trip offers a deep dive into Italy’s most iconic region.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours is a Florence-based tour operator specializing in private and small-group experiences across Tuscany and nearby regions. Founded to connect visitors with the cultural, culinary and scenic highlights of central Italy, the company offers a wide range of day trips, shore excursions and immersive activities.
Operating from Florence, Tuscany, the catalogue includes private VIP shore excursions from Livorno, La Spezia and Piombino to destinations such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Options span guided walking tours with reserved entries (Uffizi, Accademia), winery visits with tastings and meals, truffle hunting with trained dogs, cooking classes, Vespa tours and curated visits to Bolgheri for Supertuscan wine tastings.
Services include private vehicles and professional drivers for full-day transfers, small shared tours for groups up to eight people, and tailored itineraries for families or wine enthusiasts. Specific shore excursions list included stops, tasting experiences and local activities, while other experiences emphasize cultural sites such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and Carrara marble quarries.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours works with licensed local guides and established wineries, restaurants and activity providers to deliver organized itineraries and reserved accesses. The business emphasizes clear pickup arrangements from ports (Livorno, Piombino, La Spezia) and from central Florence, offering a practical way to turn limited time into a full Tuscan experience.
Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in historic Florence
Group Size
Up to 8 (shared)
Small-group tour options available
Shore Excursions
Livorno & La Spezia
Private shore pickups offered
Featured Tours
Pisa, Chianti, 5 Terre
Iconic Tuscany destinations covered
Reserve a shore excursion or Florence tour today: private vehicles, experienced guides, and curated wine and cultural itineraries ready for booking.
Arrive early at key sites
Beat the crowds at Florence’s top attractions for a more intimate experience.
Stay hydrated
Bring water during wine tastings and walking tours in warm weather.
Wear comfortable shoes
Florence and Chianti involve a lot of walking on cobblestones and uneven terrain.
Plan for photo stops
Bring your camera to capture scenic vineyard views and historic architecture.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for easy touring through city streets and vineyard grounds.
Sun protection
Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen help protect against the sun during outdoor tastings and sightseeing.
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Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the day, especially during warm weather.
Camera or smartphone
Capture the stunning landscapes, art, and architecture.