This tour begins with a splendid drive through the fertile, picturesque Tuscan countryside along the Arno valley to the historical university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty.
When you get to Pisa, an English speaking guide will take you on a walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli, with the celebrated Leaning Tower (exterior), the Baptistery (exterior) and other important monuments.
This is followed by a visit into the interior of the Cathedral, an unrivaled masterpiece of Romanesque art constructed between the 11th and 12th centuries. Here you will be shown the beautiful bronze door of St. Ranieri, by Bonanno Pisano (12th century), the fantastic marble pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, the 14th century mosaics in the apse and the famous tomb of Henry VIIth of Luxembourg by Tino da Camaino.
After the tour, you will have free time at your disposal.
Those who are interested can take a pleasant walk with our tour escort to Piazza dei Cavalieri, where you can admire the renowned Scuola Normale, a world famous university