Pisa, Lucca, and Lunch at a Tuscan Winery from Livorno
Description
This excursion from the port of Livorno is perfect for families and active adults who don't want a long touring day or lots of driving. Our itinerary includes a brief stop in Pisa to take photos of the Leaning Tower and other monuments on the Field of Miracles, three hours in the beautiful walled city of Lucca, and a generous, homemade lunch and wine tasting at a family-run winery in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region. Kindly note: The cost of lunch is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch on the spot, directly to the winery.
Tour Options
Itinerary
After about a forty-minute drive to Pisa, your driver will drop you off right at the Campo dei Miracoli, saving you twenty minutes of walking from where tour buses must park. You will have 30-45 minutes to visit the Campo dei Miracoli (there is no charge to enter the campus and view the monuments from the exterior). Besides the Leaning Tower, the Field of Miracles contains the cathedral, baptistery, and monumental cemetery. If you intend to enter any of the monuments or climb the Leaning Tower, we kindly request that you coordinate the timing with us to not create problems with the day's itinerary.
The beautiful walled city of Lucca has something for everyone. Besides being very elegant (to rival Florence in its handsomeness), the town is full of chic boutiques, great restaurants, and awesome gelato. The massive fortification wall that still completely encircles the city is in perfect condition and has been transformed into a tranquil pedestrian greenspace, which makes Lucca idea for families and active adults. You can rent bikes and cruise the wall or simply stroll or sit in the shade of the big trees. There are also many architectural points of interest, such as Piazza dell'Amphiteatro (built on the site of a Roman stadium, the remains of which are still visible) and Palazzo Pfanner (a historic dwelling with a formal garden).
After a pleasant, twenty-five-minute drive through the Tuscan countryside, we will arrive at Fattoria Carmignani, a small, family-run winery in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region. After a brief tour of the property, you will sit down to an ample, homemade lunch with 6-8 wine pairings. Lunch includes antipasto (local cured meats and cheeses, toasted Tuscan bread with seasonal toppings), a pasta or rice dish (or something equivalent made with seasonal ingredients), dessert, and fresh local fruit. Kindly note: The cost of lunch is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch directly at the winery.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be picked up either at your ship or inside the cruise terminal if you dock at that pier. DO NOT TAKE A SHUTTLE, DO NOT GO TO PIAZZA DELL'ARSENALE! Your driver will be waiting for you in the area designated for private drivers, holding a sign with your name on it.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Car seats for infants and small children are available upon request, as well as boosters.
- Wheelchairs and scooters must be collapsible.
- The cost of lunch is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch on the spot, directly to the winery (adults, 55 Euro pp; youths 13-16, 45 Euro pp; children 5-12, 35 Euro pp; children 4 and under, free).
- Minors are allowed at the winery.
Reviews(6)
We booked this excursion during our stop in Livorno while sailing on the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection's Evrima, and it was one of the highlights of our trip. Our driver, Carlo, was fantastic. Although technically a driver, he provided a steady stream of interesting commentary throughout the day, sharing local history, insights into modern Italian life, and pointing out landmarks along the route, including castle ruins and Roman aqueducts. We began with a stop at a hidden gem in Pisa before visiting the Piazza dei Miracoli and climbing the Leaning Tower (tickets purchased separately). From there, we continued into the Tuscan countryside for a wonderful wine tasting and lunch at Fattoria Carmignani, a family-run winery dating back to 1386. Our final stop was the beautiful medieval town of Lucca, where Carlo provided a map and recommendations for exploring on our own. Every part of the day was thoughtfully organized, and Carlo's knowledge, enthusiasm, and professionalism made the experience especially memorable. We only wished we had more time in Lucca! Highly recommended for anyone looking to experience Pisa, Tuscany, and Lucca in a single day.
This was an amazing tour! Nikki was very informative and answered all questions we had. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the winery and sampling the different wines and the pairings that went with them. The country side was beautiful. Pisa was just as expected and was an awesome to experience.
We had a great tour with Nikki and Sabrina. We went to the leaning tower of Pisa, rode a bike on the city wall of Lucca and had lunch at a local winery. The overall experience is wonderful and it turned out to be the excursion that our family (7 adults and 5 kids) enjoyed the most among our four excursions in Italy.
We cannot express enough our gratitude and gratefulness to Nikki. Amazingly knowledgeable and personable, and she is fun to see the sights with. It was more like traveling with a very smart friend. We saw Pisa, Lucca (which was incredible), and we had a private tasting at a Tuscan winery. The staff there were also amazing. We could not have ask for more and we would more than HIGHLY RECOMMEND Nikki and this incredible tour. Cheers!
Ragazzi, Thanks so much for your beautiful review! I had a lot of fun with the two of you, and I'm delighted you enjoyed the places we visited. When you come back to Tusany, I would be very pleased to be your very smart friend again :) Abbracci (hugs). Nicoletta
This was a lovely way to spend a day in Tuscany. It was a slower paced alternative to many “see all the sights in one day” excursions. We enjoyed having the time to explore Pisa and Lucca at our own pace. The lunch at the winery was superb! Fresh tomatoes from the onsite garden and the ravioli was amazing. We had travelers who needed gluten free options and the winery delivered. Our companions commented that it was the best gluten free ravioli they had ever eaten. I highly recommend this excursion.
Thanks kindly for taking the time to write a review! I’m delighted you were satisfied with your service. I hope you think of me when you return to this part of the Mediterranean. Grazie Niki
Claudia our driver did a great job getting us to Pisa, Lucca and the winery. Her commentary was meaningful, and timing was prompt. All 8 of us enjoyed our day in Tuscany
Grazie mille for your kind review! I’m very happy to know you were pleased with your tour. I hope to see you again soon in Italy.
