Mon-Fri:	9:30am - 5:30pm
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Tuscany Tour & Italian Cookery

Discover endless rolling hills, thousands of years of fascinating history, one of the world's great cuisines and the centre of Renaissance art and culture on our disabled friendly Tuscany and Italian Cookery Tour.

Holiday Overview

Regarded as one of Europe's most beautiful regions, home to delightfully delicious farmhouse cooking and the site of a cultural and artistic movement that changed the face of a continent, Tuscany is the perfect holiday destination. With the breathtakingly beautiful Florence at its heart, Tuscany's patchwork landscapes spread out across western Italy and encompass swaying wheat fields, cypress-lined country roads and expansive olive groves. For those who want a holiday that combines outstanding natural beauty, bustling city squares and the world's finest museums and galleries, there's no better place to visit.

On your accessible Tuscany holiday, we'll be staying amongst the elaborate facades, luxury boutiques and atmospheric medieval streets of the Tuscan capital - Florence. From there, we'll explore all the region has to offer. You'll visit the Uffizi and Accademia galleries to see masterpieces from the likes of Michelangelo and Botticelli and enjoy a day discovering the city's renaissance architecture and lively piazzas.

We've also organised several excursions to nearby towns and cities. A day trip to Pisa is the perfect opportunity to see the famous Leaning Tower, while a visit to nearby Siena ensures you experience one of Italy's true hidden gems. The smaller towns of San Gimignano and Lucca are also on the itinerary, allowing you to discover the quieter side of Tuscany. On your last day on holiday, we've arranged an authentic Tuscan cookery class, so you can recreate your favourite Italian specialities back at home.

Your accessible Tuscany hotel has been hand-picked by the Limitless Team for its superb location and excellent disabled facilities. A Limitless Travel representative will accompany the tour group throughout the holiday, providing assistance whenever required and ensuring you receive the support you need.

The Holiday

Discover the renaissance beauty of picture-perfect Florence, visit charming Siena, tour the towers of San Gimignano, experience Italian masterpieces at the world-famous Uffizi Gallery, see the Leaning Tower of Pisa and learn how to cook authentic Tuscan dishes
Stay in a fully accessible, four-star hotel in the centre of Florence
Receive assistance and support from the Limitless Team throughout your flight and travel via fully accessible vehicles for transfers and excursions
Group Support & Holiday Assistance included as standard and provided by our experienced care team
Supplementary care packages available for travellers who require additional assistance
We'll also help to arrange any specialist equipment you need while on holiday
Every holiday led by a Limitless Tour Manager to ensure a problem-free trip

From booking your holiday to returning home after a wonderful trip, the Limitless Team is on-hand to provide you with the support you need. If you have any questions regarding the holiday, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

The Itinerary

Day 1 - Travel and Settling In

The journey begins! Today, you’ll meet our support team at the airport. The team’s there to ensure your flight is as smooth and hassle-free as possible, so don’t hesitate to ask for assistance or support if you require it. On arrival in Italy, we’ll board our accessible transfer vehicle and head to your beautiful four-star hotel in the heart of Florence. The Limitless Team will help you check-in and get your bags to your room, before a delicious three-course evening meal is served.

Day 2 - Explore Florence

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On your first full day on holiday, we’ll get to know Florence by exploring some of its most famous sites. We’ll begin with a guided tour around the Uffizi Gallery - home to some of Michaelangelo, Da Vinci and Botticelli’s finest masterpieces. Afterwards, we’ll dine out at a local café and enjoy a wonderfully authentic Italian lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Galleria dell\'Accademia to see the world’s most famous statue - Michelangelo’s David. One of the great Renaissance artworks, the statue has come to symbolise the extraordinary cultural impact of Renaissance Italy’s master artists. In the evening, we’ll enjoy another sensational three-course evening meal at the hotel.

Day 3 - Siena and the Middle Ages tour

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Today, we’ll be travelling back in time with a trip to Siena. Home to some of the world’s greatest gothic architecture, this atmospheric and unbelievably beautiful city is a must-visit on any Tuscan itinerary. While we’re there, we’ll visit the iconic Piazza del Campo, with its unique shell-shaped public square, proud clock tower and fantastic cafés. Afterwards, we’ll stop for a traditional Sienese lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll head to San Gimignano. A breathtakingly picturesque walled town that’s dominated by 14 imposing towers, this is Tuscany at its finest. There were originally 72 towers in the town, as local families built ever-taller constructions in an attempt to get one over on their neighbours and demonstrate their wealth and power. However, the 1348 plague wiped out much of the local population and San Gimignano became the calm and quiet rural outpost you see today.

Day 4 - Day to Relax

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Today, it’s all about exploring Florence at your own pace. You’ll have a free day to do whatever you please - whether that means watching the world go by at a local café, grabbing a refreshing gelato, visiting a gallery or enjoying some retail therapy. Just because it’s a free day doesn’t mean that you’re on your own though. The Limitless Team will be there to support and assist you in any way.

Day 5 - Pisa and Lucca

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After a relaxed breakfast, we’ll board our accessible transport to make the short journey to nearby Pisa. Home to the world-famous Leaning Tower, the city is also a centre of Italian education, boasting one of the most prestigious universities in the country. During our visit, we’ll stop off at the impressive Piazza dei Miracoli and grab a bite to eat at one of Pisa’s many excellent restaurants. In the afternoon, we’ll head to lovely Lucca, where the combination of cobbled streets, historic architecture and some of the region’s best cuisine make for a truly unique Italian experience.

Day 6 - Italian Cookery Class

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Having eaten your fair share of mouth-watering Italian cuisine, today is an opportunity to learn how to make some of the country’s most beloved dishes. You’ll be guided by an experienced chef, who will help you whip up a storm. After showing off your kitchen skills, you’ll get to dine out on your homemade dishes and wash it all down with traditional Italian wine. As cooking plays such a central role in Italian culture, we can’t think of a better way to end your holiday!

Day 7 - Until Next Time

Today, your accessible Tuscany Tour comes to an end. After a satisfying breakfast, the Limitless Team will help you transfer to the airport and board your flight. Then it’s time to head back home! Now, all that’s left to do is say farewell to new friends and plan your next Limitless adventure!

Accommodation

Florence Disabled Friendly Hotel

On your accessible Tuscany holiday, you'll be staying in a four-star, fully accessible hotel in the heart of Florence. Equipped with excellent, disabled-friendly facilities, including modern and spacious bedrooms, wet room bathrooms and accessible communal areas, its fantastic location means you're never far from the action. The on-site restaurant serves up hearty breakfasts and delicious, three-course evening meals made with locally sourced ingredients.

Four-star Hotel
On-site restaurant that serves locally sourced Italian cuisine
Spacious bedrooms
Wetrooms available
Accessible communal areas
Modern features throughout the hotel
Free WiFi

Half board: breakfast and evening meals are included in the price of your holiday. Look forward to fresh and delicious meals to both begin and round off the day. Meal selection will vary depending on where you’re staying. For breakfast you can expect either table service or a buffet style, with complimentary teas, coffees and juices included. In the evening you’ll be served dinner for every night of your stay. Please note, evening meals are not included for any fly-to tours labelled as ‘Bed and Breakfast’.

Transport:

Flight Transport

On international flights you'll be assisted throughout the journey by the Limitless Team. We'll do our utmost to make sure your travel is as smooth and seamless as possible. On arrival at your destination, you'll be met by our trusted transfer partners who always utilise fully accessible vehicles. We also take care of all transport during your holiday to ensure a comfortable journey throughout. All vehicles are fitted with either a ramp or hydraulic lift for easy access. Let us take care of the A to B, while you sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey.

Please note: flights are not included with Limitless holidays.

If travelling abroad, please refer to travel advice issued by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.

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