Tuscany Treasures
Day 4 Volterra
Exploring Volterra, through the winding medieval cobble stone streets is like time traveling to the 16th century.
Our walking tour through the town brings the two thousand year history to life with our local guide Claudia who was born and raised in Volterra.
As we walk through one of the city gates, Claudia tells us how the citizens of Volterra blocked the stone arch to prevent Nazi soldiers from invading their town at the end of World War II.
We explore the ruins of a Roman Theater.
We are treated to learning about the fine art of alabaster casting and step back in time to the Etruscan era at the Guarnacci Etruscan Museum.
That evening, we enjoy a first-class wine tasting with Francesco.
The centerpiece of town is the clock tower that chimes at the top of the hour.
Join us for a view from the top.
Be sure that you time your ascent of the bell tower to avoid the top and bottom of the hour.
Otherwise, you could get your bell rung!
Inside, there is amazing art work as you step back in time to the Medici era.
A trip to Tuscany is not complete without amazing food.
Our group dinner includes
Wild Boar Ravoli, Roast Duck, and of course, local wines.
Day 5
We begin our day in Lucca inside the old town walls with our proud local guide Elena who provides an overview of the town's history.
During our walking tour we discover the history of the ancient walled city and massive 16th Century ramparts.
Lucca
There are beautiful
churches and incredible history
down every
cobble
stone
street
in
Lucca.
The Guinigi Tower, with a tree on top, is AMAZING!
Join us as we ride bikes on top of the rampart walls and explore Lucca .
After our bike ride,
we enjoy pizza, cecina and a beer.
