Step into Milan’s Renaissance era with Under The Tuscan Sun Tours’ intimate 2-hour cultural journey featuring da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” and Sforza Castle’s treasures. Experience art history where it happened.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly gentle walking on flat urban terrain.
Wildlife
History
Milan transformed into a Renaissance cultural hub under Duke Ludovico Sforza, whose patronage attracted da Vinci and Michelangelo to the city.
Conservation
Efforts to protect art and architecture in Milan include strict visitor limits in key sites like Santa Maria delle Grazie to reduce wear and preserve fragile frescoes.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours
Step into Milan’s Renaissance era with Under The Tuscan Sun Tours’ intimate 2-hour cultural journey featuring da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” and Sforza Castle’s treasures. Experience art history where it happened.
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.
Book Early for ‘The Last Supper’
Tickets for Leonardo da Vinci's mural sell out months in advance—reserve as soon as possible to secure entry.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
Prepare for walking on stone floors and cobbled streets in historic buildings by bringing sturdy, comfortable shoes.
Bring a Guidebook or App
Supplement your tour with a guidebook or app to deepen your understanding of Milan’s Renaissance art and architecture.
Check for Museum Entry Fees
Admission to Sforza Castle museums requires a separate ticket; budget accordingly to avoid surprises.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Essential for navigating stone floors and city pavements comfortably.
Light Rain Jacket
Helpful for unpredictable spring and fall showers during the outdoor portions.
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Portable Phone Charger
Keep your devices charged for photos and digital guides throughout the tour.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while walking between sites and inside warmer museum spaces.
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