Carrara Marble Quarries, Pisa & Lucca Full-Day Tour by My Tour

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Duration: 11h
Location: Carrara, Italy | Carrara, Italy


Category: Day Trips & Excursions

Highlights:
Thrilling 4x4 off-road journey through breathtaking quarries
Marble used in masterpieces such as Michelangelo's David
Tasting of delicious aged lard—Lardo di Colonnata
Exploration of the picture-perfect Tuscan city of Lucca
Opportunity to marvel at Pisa's iconic Leaning Tower

Inclusions:
Guided tour of Carrara marble quarries via 4x4 jeep
Guided tour of Pisa and Lucca
Lardo di Colonnata tasting
Admission to Pisa Cathedral
Roundtrip transportation to and from Florence

Description:

Discover Tuscany's fascinating mixture of Renaissance and modern style on this full-day tour. Your morning is spent adventuring through Carrara's marble quarries in an off-road jeep, and your afternoon is spent visiting the charming Tuscan cities of Lucca and Pisa.

Start off in the town of Carrara, where you explore its large marble quarries. Learn about excavation methods and about some of the famous monuments that were created with this luxurious stone, including Michelangelo's David, London's Marble Arch, and Washington, D.C.'s Peace Monument.

In your 4x4 jeep, ascend to 3,900 feet (1,200 m) for panoramic views across the quarries and the surrounding countryside. Enjoy a sample of exclusive Lardo di Colonnata, a cured lard that has been used in sandwiches by quarry workers for centuries.

Next, make your way to the charming city of Pisa, known for its picturesque squares. Its most famous is the Square of Miracles. Stand in the middle and admire the iconic landmarks in front of you, including, of course, the striking Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Complete your day with a visit to nearby Lucca, an ancient Tuscan city brimming with Renaissance style. Enjoy some free time to explore the city's walls and gates. Stroll through the Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, a circular square once used as an amphitheater, now home to splendid boutiques and romantic cafés.