The Tuscan Coast and Lunch in Bolgheri Private Tour from Livorno
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Duration
7 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Why go inland when the Tuscan coast is this stunning? This private tour is perfect for travelers who love natural beauty, great wine, and a relaxed pace—without hours of driving. If you’ve already visited Tuscany’s most famous spots, this coastal escape offers something refreshingly different. We begin with a short introduction to Livorno’s hidden gems, including its historic market and Medici-era canals. Then, follow the winding coastal road past rocky cliffs known as the “scogliera” — a dramatic natural formation where flat rock terraces meet the glittering Tyrrhenian Sea. The views are almost lunar... and unforgettable. Our destination is the charming village of Bolgheri, heart of the Super Tuscan wine movement and home to one of Italy’s most romantic avenues — lined with cypress trees. You’ll enjoy lunch here in a local trattoria (cost not included), with the chance to sip some of the region’s finest reds. This tour is about beauty, balance, and discovering Tuscany’s seaside soul.
What's Included
Included
Private transportation
English-speaking driver who will give commentaries while traveling (cannot accompany you on foot).
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
The cost of lunch (set menu, 45 Euro pp) is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch directly at the taverna.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Our first look at Livorno is driving through its historic quarter, "Venezia", named so because of the canals that run through it. From there, we'll continue on the Piazza della Repubblica, a grand, elliptical roundabout that isn't really a piazza -- it's a bridge that spans the canals that run underneath it, the largest of its sort in Europe. From here, you'll get a good look at the Fortezza Nuova, a fortress constructed in brick from the 16th Century surrounded by a moat.
Stop 2
45 minutes
Stop 2
For a genuine experience of an Italian farmer's market, it doesn't get better than Livorno's Central Market. Open only in the mornings, the scene is very lively. You can find vendors selling virtually everything, but mostly fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh and cured meats, fish and all sorts of strange creatures from the sea, cheeses, bread, olives, etc., etc. The open-air side of the market is situated in PIazza Cavalotti, right in the city center. The beautiful covered market, which is a historical landmark, is right nearby. Mercato Centrale is an experience not be missed if you love food.
Stop 3
15 minutes
Stop 3
Before arriving at the monument of the Quattro Mori, we'll drive by Livorno's Fortezza Vecchia, a stunning fortification built by Tuscany's powerful Medici family in the 16th Century. At the junction of Livorno's main street, Via Grande, and the seaside boulevard sits the monument of the Quattro Mori, four splendid sculptures in bronze. From here, you'll be able to take a short stroll inside the marina.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Livorno's Terrazza Mascagni is an enormous checkboard promenade that runs along the sea. Constructed during the fascist era, the promenade is one of Livorno's iconic images, along with the handsome gazebo at the center of the plaza.
Stop 5
45 minutes
Stop 5
The sanctuary of Montenero is an interesting place, even if you are not religious. Sitting on a hill on the Tuscan coast just south of Livorno, the sanctuary is associated with legends of miracles, as evidenced by the letters, photos, memorabilia, and other forms of thanks that line the walls.
Stop 6
3 hours
Stop 6
After about an hour's drive down the scenic Tuscan coast, we'll arrive in Bolgheri, a Medieval hamlet in the heart of Italy's Super Tuscan wine region, after traveling the cypress-lined road you see on postcards. A crenelated edifice and trumpet vines spilling over garden walls greet you as you approach the village. You'll have lunch at a local taverna known for its genuine atmosphone, top-notch cooking that melds tradition with modern touches, and an amazing selection of wines. There is also an impressive wine shop where you can buy wine and olive oil to ship home. Lunch is a fixed menu consisting of: -Antipasto Toscano (toasted bread with toppings, cheeses, cured meats, marinated vegetables) -Pappardelle al Ragù di Cinghiale (long, wide pasta with wild boar sauce) -Dessert -Water, espresso -Bolgheri red wine (1 bottle for every 3 persons) Kindly note: The cost of lunch, approx. 45 Euro pp, is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch on the spot (credit cards accepted).
Stop 7
1 hour
Stop 7
A quaint resort town on the Tuscan coast, Castiglioncello is famous for its famous residents, among them Italy's beloved Marcello Mastroianni, who owned a villa here at one time. During the 60's, a number of movies were shot here, the most memorable being "Il Sorpasso". You can take a stroll through the grounds of Pasquini Castle, which dates back to the 19th Century. Castigliocello is a great place to go for a stroll along the seaside (and work off a bit of your lunch). At the Bay of Quercetano, a pretty little bay lined with bathing establishments and a couple of huge, historic hotels, you'll plenty of Kodak moments await.
Stop 8
1 hour
Stop 8
The coastline at Calafuria is something truly remarkable to behold. On this stretch of "the Etruscan coast" about 10 minutes south of Livorno, a beautiful, almost-lunar landscape stretches out along the shimmering blue of the Tirrenian Sea: the "scogliera". There really is no translation for this in English. The scogliera is a sloping sheet of rock that descends into the sea. The breathtaking natural scene is completed by a watchtower from the 16th Century.
Additional Info
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Surfaces Wheelchair Accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Car seats for infants and small children are available upon request, as well as boosters
Other
Wheelchairs and scooters must be collapsible
Other
The cost of lunch (set menu, 45 Euro pp) is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for lunch on the spot.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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