Private day trip from Florence to the Carrara marble quarries to find out where Michelangelo carved the marble for his sculptures and to visit the scenic Cinque Terre villages.
In the morning you will meet your private driver at your hotel in Florence and he will take you to the beautiful area of the Carrara Marble Quarries on the white peaks of the Apuan Alps where Michelangelo took the marble used for his sculptures such as the David in Florence, La Pietà in the Basilica of Saint Peter in Rome.
With your driver, reach the entrance of Michelangelo's favorite quarry for the special quality of its marbles.
From there with your quarry guide you enter the heart of the quarry, immense white rooms many called Marble Cathedral, with the staff of the marble quarry - to feel comfortable in the marble cave but remember your pullover and hiking shoes.
You will receive detailed information on the birth of the tunnel quarry, the machinery and their use, the extraction techniques and of course information on marble as a material used in the various sectors.
With your driver continue your tour to Riomaggiore, one of the Cinque Terre villages to enjoy of this enchanting portion of the panoramic coast of the Ligurian Riviera.
With time at leisure you will appreciate the natural beauty of this beautiful and protected area where over the years the locals have built kilometers of dry stone walls on terraces for the cultivation of wine and where the five famous villages of fishermen are placed.
The Cinque Terre include the coastal area where the five famous and colorful villages of the Ligurian Riviera are located, which from South to North are: Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, Monterosso.
Riomaggiore the most southern village known for its historic character, dates back to the 13th century, and for its wine produced in the surroundings vineyards. Manarola probably founded in the Roman time with its magnificent panorama. Corniglia located on a panoramic hilltop and reachable with about 400 stairs for the train station. Vernazza the only of the five villages with natural harbor. Monterosso with a beautiful sandy beach.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Visit the heart of the Carrara Marble Quarry with its scenic landscape
- Enjoy time at leisure in Cinque Terre
- Private tour with your personal driver
DETAILS
Duration:
11 hours
Start Time Private Tour:
Morning
Meeting Point:
At the lobby of your Hotel in Florence
Inclusion:
- Private Mercedes E series car (for your party from 1 to 2 persons)
- Private Mercedes Minivan (for your party from 3 to 6 persons)
- Professional English speaking driver.
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional),
- Admission fees to churches, museums, marble quarries
- Meals and Beverage
Notes:
- More of 6 persons rates on request.
- Private full day guide on request
Important:
- To be comfortable in the marble cave remember to have with you pullover and shoes for trekking.