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The 10 Best Private Tours in Lucca, Tuscany
Lucca's array of wonderfully intact historical sites makes it a must-see stop on any Tuscan itinerary. The medieval city walls still stand—you can hike or bike on top of them. Also visit the Duomo di San Martino and the Roman amphitheater.
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1. Best of Lucca and Pisa One Day Sightseeing Tour from Livorno Cruise port
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Explore Lucca and Pisa on a private Shore excursion led by a professional English speaking driver departing from the port of Livorno.The picturesque fortress town of Lucca is steeped in history—it was here that Caesar, Pompeii and Crassus agreed to rule Rome as a triumvirate in 56 B.C. Later Lucca was the first town that accepted Christianity. Proceed to Pisa, a once-famous sea-trading republic and an arch-rival of nearby Genoa.
Inclusions: Professional informative English-speaking driver, Live commentary on board but not in the sites, Private vehicle for the day, Pick up and drop off at the port, Guaranteed return to the pier on time, Flexible itinerary, Transport by air-conditioned sedan/minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By acep8852
Booking my tour with driverinrome for my Assisi trip was the best decision I made. They have the best customer service and very friendly drivers that can surely provide you with impressive information about the place. They ensure that you will have the best tour experience with their company. If I will have the chance to tour entire Italy, I would definitely have Driverinrome arrange it for me as they have tours available in different cities.
2. Pisa & Lucca Guided Day Tour from Florence w Leaning Tower Skip-the-Line Access
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Leave Florence behind for the day on a trip to see the wonderful towns of Pisa and Lucca. You head first for Pisa to see the Piazza dei Miracoli where your guide will tell youabout the marvelous buildings that surround the square. There is the Baptistery, the Duomo and of course the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. After Pisa a short drive brings you to the town of Lucca, a walled town, less famous than Pisa but an absolute jewel. Here you will have some free time to explore this quaint town before returning to Florence.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver/guide, Professional art historian guide, Local guide, Private tour
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Amidharia
Hi The guide was very nice and friendly .her spoken English was difficult to understand , her English vocabulary was weak, she was knowledgeable but could not make it interesting
3. Carriage tour in the historic center of Lucca
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Through the charm of a carriage, we will take you to discover the most beautiful squares and monuments of the ancient city of Lucca, passing through the streets of the center, in the company of a horse and its driver.
Inclusions: Private transportation
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Reviewed By SophieG1
We bought this tour from Viator, my first time using the company. The operator/driver was great at contacting us to make final arrangements especially as the weather was changeable. The tour was excellent, informative and relaxing and the horse was just lovely. We were picked up at our hotel in the center of Lucca and delivered back after a very relaxing and enjoyable time.
4. Pisa and Lucca Half-Day
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A private tour with a native english speaking driver who will show you the best that Tuscany has to offer.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By 19Brich
We were fortunate to have Marco as our tour guide for this trip and he was excellent. Very professional and knowledgeable. Took us to a vineyard in Tuscany as well as. Took the time to make reservations at a beautiful restaurant in Florence and the food was amazing. Very clean vehicle waters for everyone. It was fantastic and very reasonably priced. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
5. Tour of Lucca with friendly Guide
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Your personal guide for the beautiful city of Lucca, will walk you through the main and unique monuments and locations as I tell you all about the interesting history, Lucca culture and traditions!
Inclusions: cup of coffee, Buccellato: Typical Lucca pastery
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6. Tuscan Wine Tour in Lucca by shuttle
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
The only authentic wine tour in Lucca. Two wineries. Two different ways of making wines, different opinions, and different methods, but united by the same aim: producing the best wine of Lucca. I will pick you up at your accommodation with my van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany. For every winery we will visit the cellar where you will discover all the secrets about Tuscan wine, thanks to the explanations and the life stories of the farmers. Than, you will taste 3 wines of the production. Every wine will be matched with products from the garden and some specialties, like finocchiona or pecorino cheese, plus a final dessert... a dip in the Tuscan table culture! You won't be hungry :) "It's not just drinking wine: we want to make you know the real Tuscany and to tell you the story of our roots" N.B.: ! The price includes the transportation and the guided tour, but not the cost of the tastings: you will pay 15€ per person at every winery, directly on the spot !
Inclusions: Private transportation, Guided Tour on the hills of Tuscany, Bottled water
Exclusions: Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By 591paulinek
We used Tommaso for a ladies trip to Tuscany in September. He provided airport transfers to and from Pisa to our hotel in Florence as well as a half day tour in Chianti with some stops for wine tasting. Tommaso and his colleague were punctual, extremely friendly and helpful, spoke very good English and offered very competitive rates. I would recommend him to anyone needing transport in the area. Thank you for a brilliant few days!
7. Lucca Bikes and Bites Small groups with food tastings
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
This tour is the best way to live the city in the manner of locals: by bike. You can completely enjoy the historical centre, the shading city walls and delicious typical products while you stay fit.
Inclusions: Use of bicycle, italian apetizer: selection of cured meats and cheese and a glass of wine or soft drink, 1 beer or wine or soft drinks plus local snacks, artisan gelato
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Reviewed By 1Yvonne1
Tour Date: THURSDAY, 2nd May 2019 (The date required by Tripadvisor doesn't go back before Covid times)... My guide, Diletta arrived at our meeting point at the elected time. No one else joined the tour which was great; I could practise my Italian and ask lots of questions. From the train station, we walked past the majestic city walls and enjoyed a view of Lucca before diving into local life. Our first food stop was in a local bakery. My mouth watered as we entered Pizza da Felice. First tasting, Cecina (che chen a); a wonderful tasty light chick pea flatbread, best eaten hot. Next, a slice of pizza washed down with a glass of Melotti beer; now under the name of the Dutch Heineken umbrella. Piazza Antelminelli was our next stop and the site of the beautiful Romanesque marble Cattedrale di San Martino. The Cathedral was built during the 6th century, at that period the most central and important areas were already too congested, hence it’s unusual location. At first glance the square appears a bit devoid of character with its wide-open spaces and different architectural styles and buildings from different eras, but wait and you will soon feel how the Duomo emanates a soft tranquillity. We then headed to a favourite local spot: San Michele in Foro Square. This is where locals come to meet up with one another, typically for a friendly chat in a nice coffee bar. Located in the centre is Chiesa di San Michele in Foro, a Roman Catholic basilica church. It is built over the ancient Roman forum. Until 1370 it was the seat of the Consiglio Maggiore (Major Council), the commune's most important assembly. It is dedicated to Archangel Michael. Lucca’s locals love going for Aperitivo after work, meeting with friends and spending a few hours indulging in a glass of good wine and some savoury snacks. And because this tour is all about showing me how the locals live, we stop at an old vineria called Vinarkia Della Pavona della sophi s.n.c. This is a small wine bar typical of the Tuscan tradition. It was pleasant sitting in the outside courtyard, chatting to Diletta. She made it feel like friends hanging out while also giving great information about Lucca. The glass of Vermentino and the generous Aperitivo were equally enjoyable. Our third stop was the Farmacia located in Piazza San Michele. In 1855, this beautiful Art Nouveau pharmacy was the scene of Doctor Pasquale Massagli’s new concoction, a quina elixir named China Massagli. It is prepared with cinchona bark, which arrives directly from the Amazon rainforest. The bark is put to macerate in pure alcohol and decalcified water, together with aromatic herbs and officinal roots. After a long period, during which it is emulsified and filtered twice, the elixir is ready to be consumed, even in long drinks with ice, both as an aperitif and a digestif. We continued through the city as she pointed out the history of the towers and all that Lucca has to offer. Lastly, we stopped in the beautiful square for our final Aperitivo. After a few minutes of walking through the attractive streets, we reached Amphitheatre Square, the only oval square in Italy that takes the place of the typical Roman amphitheatre. We stopped here at Bollicina, finally relaxing with a glass of Monte Carlo Rossi Dating back to the year 846, and of course, a side of pepper, prosciutto, pecorino cheese chicken liver pate and mushroom pate.
8. Full-Day Private Pisa and Lucca Tour from Florence
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4.8 based on 8 reviews
Enjoy a private tour of the Tuscan cities of Pisa and Lucca, taking advantage of the personalized attention of your driver! Visit the famous Leaning Tower in Pisa, and discover the other wonders of the breath taking Piazza dei Miracoli, the very heart of the city itself: the white marble Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Monumental Graveyard. Then visit Lucca, particularly appreciated for its 16th century intact walls and for the majestic Guinigi Tower. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Florence is included with a private driver for the day.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Mercedes vehicle, Speaking driver, Free time in Pisa, Free time in Lucca, Bottled water, Wi-Fi
Exclusions: Lunch, Local guide in Lucca or Pisa
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
9. Private tour: Kids in Lucca - Stepping Back in Time to the Middle Ages.
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4.0 based on 2 reviews
Join a specialized guide to bring the Middle Ages to life for children with this 2-hour kid-friendly tour of Lucca. Walk in the footsteps of the many pilgrims who visited during the Middle Ages to venerate the wooden crucifix called the 'Volto Santo' (Holy Face). Visit the historic Zecca (Mint) where a replica of the coins used in that period will be minted for you. Attempt to discover the secrets concealed in the facades of churches. Have some gelato at the end of the tour.
Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide
Exclusions: Ice cream, Entrace fees to the Cathedral and to the Mint
Reviewed By JoAn F
Fascinating tour, led by Carlo. Carlo is very knowledgeable about WWII but was also able to explain the big strategies and local involvement in a way that was interesting and engaging. We spent quite a bit of time in the small museum, learning about the Gothic Line and some of the local individuals that participated in the war activities. Then we headed out to two nearby bunkers. He led us through the bunkers so that we could understand their purpose, construction, and impact.
10. Private Tour: Historic Lucca by bike
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2.0 based on 1 reviews
For a more action-packed and fun tour, Lucca’s historic center can be visited by bike. Because its entire historic center and ring of tree-lined Renaissance walls are entirely pedestrian and bike-friendly, Lucca is the only city in Tuscany where guided bike tours are ideal, fascinating, and enjoyable. With one of our local specialized guides, you will rent a bike at one of the rental shops in the historic center and together embark upon discovering our charming town. Through the ancient narrow medieval streets you will reach the various landmarks. You can also visit the interior of the Cathedral, of Saint Frediano Church and go up the Guinigi Tower, and even sample Tuscan wines and taste traditional local products in a 17th century wine-cellar right in the center of town.
Inclusions: Bike rent for 2 hours, Private tour, Local guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance fee to the Churches, the Guinigi Tower and Palazzo Pfanner
Reviewed By JoAn F
Fascinating tour, led by Carlo. Carlo is very knowledgeable about WWII but was also able to explain the big strategies and local involvement in a way that was interesting and engaging. We spent quite a bit of time in the small museum, learning about the Gothic Line and some of the local individuals that participated in the war activities. Then we headed out to two nearby bunkers. He led us through the bunkers so that we could understand their purpose, construction, and impact.
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