Top Florence Rail Tours

Experience the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre in one day with a guided tour through the five idyllic fishing villages of old-world Italy. Following the walking trails along the cliffs of the national park, you will see glorious views of this unspoiled stretch of the Italian Riviera. Check out the highlights and learn about the area as you complete a 3.4-mile (5.5-km) route with your guide. If you choose the tour option without hiking, the train will be used instead to move between villages.

Visit two of the most popular day trip destinations from Florence in one tour on this small-group trip to the Cinque Terre and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Enjoy a boat ride along the enchanting coastline of the Cinque Terre, then choose between a hike or train trip to another village. Stop in Pisa on the way back to Florence to see the famous leaning tower.

Explore the Italian Riviera on this day trip to the beautiful Cinque Terre from Florence, with transport between each small town provided. Led by a tour guide, discover each fishing village by coach, train, and boat, from the beaches of Monterosso to the charming streets of Riomaggiore. Stop for a swim in the turquoise waters and upgrade to include a traditional Italian lunch. Soak up all the character of this UNESCO-listed region before heading back to Florence.

Discover the charming seaside villages of the Ligurian coast on this full-day tour to Cinque Terre from Florence. Travel through the rolling hills of Tuscany to arrive at the dramatic rocky coastline, and take the train to visit the villages of Riomaggiore, Vernazza, Monterosso, and Manarola as well as Porto Venere. Enjoy free time to stroll through the winding streets, swim at picturesque beaches, and or upgrade to include lunch.

Discover Pisa and the picturesque Cinque Terre on this day trip departing from Florence. Snap a photo with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa before heading to the coast to see the seaside villages of the Italian Riviera. There, travel through the pink- and yellow-hued towns of the Cinque Terre, a World Heritage Site. Explore the beaches, try the local cuisine (own expense) and wander the charming cobblestone streets. This excursion is open to travelers between 18 and 45 years old, and includes your train transportation.

Ride a vintage Vespa through Tuscany on this tour from Florence. A local guide leads the way up through the scenic hills, where you pass the famous Piazzale Michelangelo and the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Afterward, head back to Florence for a traditional Italian meal to top off your journey. To ensure an intimate experience, this tour is limited to 10 travelers.

See all that Tuscany has to offer on this day trip to Pisa, Siena, and San Gimignano from Florence. Led by an expert guide, explore the main square and Gothic cathedral in Siena, followed by a traditional, 3-course lunch with wine. Afterward, enjoy free time to stroll the medieval streets of San Gimignano independently, as well as the city of Pisa, famous for its UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower. Your full day of sightseeing concludes with transportation back to Florence.

Discover three of Tuscany’s most iconic destinations on a full-day tour from Florence by coach. Snap photos of the famous Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, stroll through the UNESCO-listed hill town of San Gimignano, and step inside Siena’s cathedral. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch in the countryside.

Spend a delightful day exploring the hills and vineyards of Tuscany of a full-day tour from Florence. Stroll through the medieval streets of UNESCO-listed San Gimignano, learn the history of Monteriggioni’s imposing fortress and see highlights of Siena including the impressive cathedral and Piazza del Campo. Midday, stop at a winery in the famed Chianto Classico region for a lunch of Tuscan specialties and tasting of regional wine and olive oil.

Get a taste of the Tuscan countryside on this full-day tour from Florence. Take a guided walking tour of Siena, home to the famous Palio horse race, and explore the medieval hill town of San Gimignano. Midday, visit a family-owned winery for a lunch of seasonal Tuscan delicacies paired with local wines. Tour size is limited to a maximum of 16 people.

Visit the highlights of Tuscany in a single day on a tour from Florence. Explore Pisa, Chianti, San Gimignano, and enjoy a guided walking tour and entrance ticket to the cathedral Siena. Then visit a family-run Chianti winery for a traditional Italian lunch accompanied by a Chianti tasting. 

Learn to make pizza and gelato during this culinary experience on a Tuscan estate near Florence, perfect for lovers of culture and cuisine. Your professional Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Plus, you'll receive a recipe booklet to take home and practice your newfound skills.

Spend a day exploring the Vatican and Colosseum with this Super Saver, combining two of Rome’s top-selling tours at a discounted price. Departing from Florence, your day trip includes round-trip tickets on the high-speed train and skip-the-line tours of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums. A local guide will lead the way, provided commentary on Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, Roman ruins and other notable points of history, architecture and art in the Eternal City. At the end of your excursion, you will return to Florence.

See for yourself why Cinque Terre is considered one of Italy’s most beautiful destinations on a full-day tour to the UNESCO World Heritage Site from Florence. Journey north to the rugged Ligurian coastline, and travel by train to visit the picturesque fishing villages that make up this colorful community. Stroll through the winding terraced streets, relax by the beach, shop for unique souvenirs, or grab a bite to eat while a guide shares insight into local culture and history.

Explore Bologna’s distinctive food traditions on a full-day gourmet tour from Florence by train. Learn how Parmigiano Reggiano is transformed from farm fresh milk to aged wheels, and sample cheeses alongside Lambrusco from Emilia-Romagna. Meet a family that’s produced oak-barrel aged balsamic vinegar for generations then enjoy a series of pairings with different vintages. Taste artisanally-made prosciutto, see how it’s made, and sit down to an Italian-style, multi-course lunch with local wines before returning to Florence.

Leave behind the Renaissance treasures of Florence for the day to discover the rugged beauty of the Ligurian coastline. Travel by coach through the rolling vineyards of the Tuscan countryside, and ride a train along stunning sea cliffs to the coastal village of Portovenere. Continue on by train to the famously picturesque fishing villages of Cinque Terre, where you’ll enjoy free time to explore the colorful towns of Monterosso, Vernazza and Manarola. Take an optional hike among terraced hillsides and olive groves, and soak up the views with a scenic train ride along the rocky shore to cap off this full-day adventure.

This private tour exploring the Chianti region of central Tuscany gets you beyond Florence for a day. Let a personal guide help you discover medieval towns and a monastery tucked away in the Tuscan countryside. You’re introduced to Chianti wines and local inhabitants along the way. Private transport is provided round-trip from the main railway station.

Spend a day exploring the romantic beauty of the Cinque Terre on this full-day trip from Florence. See the UNESCO-listed coastline and its famed five villages. Take an easy hike between the villages before cruising along the coast on a boat trip, Then, enjoy a 3-course seafood lunch and absorb the seaside atmosphere.

Spend an entire day in the enchanted villages of the Cinque Terre on this full-day trip from Florence. Discover the charming towns of Manarola, Riomaggiore, Monterosso, Vernazza, and La Spezia, traveling by train, boat, and bus. You'll have plenty of time to navigate narrow walkways and steep staircases, as well as plunge into the ocean.

Take time out of your Florence vacation and spend a night in Venice, aka the Floating City. This exciting independent package allows you to explore the romantic Italian city at your own pace. Transport by high-speed train from Florence to Venice is included, as is 3- or 4-star accommodation in a hotel with breakfast. Make use of a ‘vaporetto’ ticket — valid for 48 hours — to cruise around the city, and visit St Mark’s Basilica, Burano, Murano and more. Any entrance fees and activities are payable at your own expense.

Explore Cinque Terre without the hassle of planning on a day tour with convenient round-trip transport from Florence. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides inside recommendations on the best spots to relax, dine, and explore. Unlike most large-group day tours, this trip affords you the ability to customize the day’s itinerary to your own interests, whether you want to swim or eat in Moterosso (own expense).

Explore the sights, tastes, and history of Tuscany with your fellow travellers aged 18-39 on this four-day, guided tour with three nights’ accommodation included. Begin your journey in romantic Florence and travel through Pisa, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano, and the Chianti region led by a guide. Look out at the scenery between wine tastings and vineyard tours and discover the cities and coastal villages that make this area memorable.

Discover the Eternal City at your own pace on this day trip from Florence to Rome. Climb aboard the high-speed train from Florence and arrive in the Italian capital to enjoy a full-day sightseeing pass on a hop-on hop-off bus. Pass the Vatican, the Colosseum and other top attractions, hopping off to further explore your points of interest. At the end of the day you'll return to Florence on the high-speed train.

Discover the Cinque Terre and chic Italian Riviera towns on a largely independent, 2-night package that departs from Florence. With 3- to 4-star hotel accommodation in Santa Margherita as your base, you’ll enjoy a day-long excursion to the coastal villages of the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, followed by a day of free time in glamorous Portofino. Round-trip transport from Florence is included.