Itinerary
- Day 1
Florence
You'll arrive in Tuscany and head straight into Florence to see what makes it such a major art center. Start by checking out the Basilica of Santa Croce, then walk over to Palazzo Vecchio and see Michelangelo's David replica in Piazza della Signoria. The Uffizi Gallery is next on your list if you want to spend time with the paintings and sculptures there. Wander through the streets for a bit, grab a coffee at Piazza della Repubblica, and then make your way to your hotel in the Montecatini area.
- Accommodation
- Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Basilica of Santa Croce
- Visit Palazzo Vecchio in Piazza della Signoria
- Visit Uffizi Gallery
- Stroll through Florence's historic streets
- Relax in a café at Piazza della Repubblica
Landmarks Basilica of Santa Croce Palazzo Vecchio Piazza della Signoria Uffizi Gallery Piazza della Repubblica 
- Day 2
Pisa - Lucca
After breakfast at your hotel, you're heading out on a day trip to both Pisa and Lucca. In Pisa, you'll see the Leaning Tower and walk around the Square of Miracles where you'll find the cathedral, baptistery, and cemetery. From there it's about 106 km to Lucca. Once you arrive, climb the Guinigi Tower and Clock Tower for views across the Tuscan rooftops, walk through the piazza of the amphitheater, and check out the church of San Michele in Foro before heading back.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa and Square of Miracles
- Explore Pisa Cathedral (Santa Maria Assunta)
- Visit the Baptistery and see Nicola Pisano's hexagonal pulpit
- Explore Campo Santo (monumental cemetery)
- Climb Guinigi Tower in Lucca
- Climb Clock Tower in Lucca
- Visit Piazza dell'Anfiteatro in Lucca
- Visit Church of San Michele in Foro in Lucca
- Explore Lucca's historic streets and medieval character
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Pisa Cathedral (Santa Maria Assunta) Baptistery of Pisa Campo Santo Guinigi Tower Clock Tower (Torre delle Ore) Piazza dell'Anfiteatro Church of San Michele in Foro 
- Day 3
Livorno - Corsica (Ajaccio)
You'll have breakfast and then travel to Livorno to catch the ferry over to Corsica. The crossing gets you to Bastia where you'll have a quick look at the old town, but you're really heading to Ajaccio after that. Once there, you can explore Corte with its citadel and valley views, check out the mountain forests of the Venachese region, and choose from activities like hiking, the Museum of Anthropology, or a heritage trail. It's about 260 km from Livorno to Ajaccio.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Optional Activities
- Explore Bastia old town
- Visit Corte, historic capital of Corsica founded in 1755
- Climb Corte citadel and enjoy views of Restonica and Tavignano valleys
- Explore Venachese region with nine villages
- Hike in Corsica's mountain landscapes
- Visit Museum of Anthropology of Corsica
- Take heritage trail in Corte
- Take heritage trail in Venacais linking Casanova, Riventosa and Poghju di Venaco
- Visit Vechju Bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel near Vivario
- Explore Route des Sens to discover traditional producers and artisans
- Refresh in rivers of Restonica, Tavignano or Verghellu valleys
- Cycling in Corsica
- Horseback riding in Corsica
Landmarks Corte Citadel Museum of Anthropology of Corsica Vechju Bridge 
- Day 4
Ajaccio - Calanches of Piana
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll walk through Ajaccio's boulevards and look at the old town with its pastel buildings. Stop by the Maison Bonaparte to see where Napoleon was born and spend time at the Fesch Museum with its European paintings. In the afternoon, drive through Cargèse (a Greek village with two churches) and continue on to Piana, one of France's most beautiful villages. The winding route along the pink granite Calanques overlooking the Gulf of Porto is something you won't forget. There's about 140 km to cover, and you can add Porto, the Scandola reserve, or the mountain village of Evisa if you want more.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Ajaccio's Cours Napoleon and old town
- Visit Maison Bonaparte
- Visit Fesch Museum
- Visit Imperial Chapel
- Explore village of Cargèse
- Visit Greek Orthodox church in Cargèse
- Visit Roman Catholic church in Cargèse
- Try local specialties in Cargèse (bastelle, ambruciate)
- Visit Piana
- Drive through Calanques of Piana
- Visit Scandola reserve by passenger boat
- Visit Porto
- Explore Evisa village and Mare e Monti hiking trails
- Visit Saint-François monastery
- Visit Arbori and 14th century wooden Christ statue
- Explore village of Vico
Landmarks Maison Bonaparte Fesch Museum Imperial Chapel Cargèse Calanches of Piana Gulf of Porto Scandola Reserve Evisa Saint-François Monastery 
- Day 5
Corsica - Sardinia (Tempio Pausania area)
Start with breakfast and then head to Bonifacio, which was founded back in the 9th century. Spend time in the old and upper towns where you get views that stretch out across the landscape. Next is Sartène where you can walk the cobbled alleys of the medieval Santa Anna district with its gray granite houses. Stop at Propriano and see the prehistoric site of Filitosa, then catch the ferry from Bonifacio to Santa Teresa di Gallura in Sardinia (about one hour). After that, drive to your accommodation in the Tempio Pausania area. The total distance is around 148 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel, Hotel
Optional Activities
- Visit Bonifacio old town
- Tourist train to Bonifacio upper town (optional)
- Guided walking tour of Bonifacio upper town (approximately one hour)
- See Lion of Roccapina and its bay en route to Sartène
- Visit Sartène
- Explore Place de la Liberation in Sartène
- Visit Sainte Marie church in Sartène
- Explore Santa Anna district in Sartène
- Visit Museum of Corsican Prehistory in Sartène
- Visit Propriano
- Explore prehistoric site of Filitosa
Landmarks Bonifacio Old Town Lion of Roccapina Sartène Sainte Marie Church (Sartène) Museum of Corsican Prehistory Propriano Filitosa - Day 6
Alghero - Capo Caccia - Porto Conte
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll drive to Alghero to walk through the historic center and check out the old city walls, Spanish towers, and churches scattered around the area. From the port there, you'll take a boat trip out to the Caves of Nettuno, which is the main highlight for most people. After that, you head to Capo Caccia and the Bay of Porto Conte where you get some really nice panoramic views of the coastline. On the way back, stop at Nuraghe Palmavera to see this historic site before returning to your hotel. Keep in mind the full drive is around 250 km, so you're looking at a fairly full day with a lot of driving time mixed in with the sightseeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Breakfast at hotel
- Explore Alghero historic center with old city walls and Spanish towers
- Visit Church of San Francesco
- Visit Cathedral
- Walk the Bousquet path
- Boat trip to Caves of Nettuno from Alghero port
- Visit Capo Caccia promontory
- Panoramic view of Baia di Porto Conte
- Explore Nuraghe Palmavera
Landmarks Alghero Historic Center Church of San Francesco Alghero Cathedral Caves of Nettuno Capo Caccia Baia di Porto Conte Nuraghe Palmavera 
- Day 7
Stintino - Asinara Island - Alghero
You'll head northwest after breakfast to Stintino, which is about 50 minutes from Alghero and known for La Pelosa beach with white sand and clear water. Check out the Tuna Museum to learn about the local fishing history. Take the ferry to Asinara Island, a national park where you can see albino donkeys, visit bays and beaches, see the sea turtle rescue center, and stop at the Asinara farm that makes soap and cosmetics from donkey milk. After the ferry back to Stintino, stop at the Palmavera nuraghe complex on your way back to Alghero. This Bronze Age site with its connected towers and ancient village is one of Sardinia's most significant archaeological spots. The drive covers about 305 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Stintino
- Visit La Pelosa beach
- Visit Ezzi Mannu beach
- Visit Saline beach
- Explore Cala Grande and Cala Coscia di Donna bays
- View old watchtowers in Stintino
- Visit Tuna Museum (Museo della Tonnara di Stintino)
- Take ferry to Asinara Island
- See albino donkeys on Asinara Island
- Explore beaches and bays on Asinara Island
- Visit sea turtle rescue center on Asinara Island
- Visit Asinara farm with donkey milk products
- Visit Nuraghe Palmavera complex
Landmarks Stintino La Pelosa Beach Tuna Museum (Museo della Tonnara di Stintino) Asinara Island Nuraghe Palmavera - Day 8
Costa Smeralda - Livorno
After breakfast, you're heading to the Costa Smeralda. Check out Nuraghe La Prisgiona in Arzachena, one of 7,000 Bronze Age round towers found only in Sardinia. Stop at the mountain village of San Pantaleo to take photos and get views of the area. Continue to Baia Sardinia with its nice beaches, then drive the scenic Costa Smeralda route past the emerald-colored bays. Porto Cervo comes next with its shops and marina if you want to walk around the more upscale areas. Drive to Olbia port and board the ferry back to Livorno for an overnight crossing. You'll sleep in a cabin on board. The distance is about 70 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit Nuraghe La Prisgiona in Arzachena
- Stop at San Pantaleo mountain village
- Visit Baia Sardinia beaches
- Explore Costa Smeralda panoramic route
- Visit Porto Cervo
- Browse fashion boutiques in Porto Cervo
- Dine at exclusive restaurants in Porto Cervo
- Visit Porto Cervo marina
Landmarks Nuraghe La Prisgiona San Pantaleo Baia Sardinia Costa Smeralda Porto Cervo 
- Day 9
Livorno
You'll arrive at the port of Livorno where your road trip wraps up. If you chose the rental car option, you'll need to return your vehicle to the rental location. From there, you can either arrange your individual departure or look into extending your stay if that interests you.
Optional Activities
- Individual departure arrangements
- Tour extension options
Landmarks Port of Livorno
