Per person, from € 945 in low season to € 1279 in high season.

Based on two traveling together sharing a double room and rental car.

What's included?

• 8 nights in 3* or 4* hotels

• Rental car for the entire duration of the tour:

  • Pick-up and drop-off at the airport

  • Type: Fiat 500X or similar

  • Full insurance coverage

  • Second driver included

  • Unlimited mileage

Not included

• Flights

• Travel and cancellation insurance

• Meals, activities and entrance fees not mentioned in the programme

• Tips and personal expenses

Travel Documents

• Belgian citizens (including babies and children) must be in possession of a valid Belgian identity card and be up-to-date with the measures specific to the country of transit and destination. For the most recent updates, we refer you to diplomatie.belgium.be and the websites and apps they bring forward. A valid driver's license (at least 1 year old) and viable credit card in the name of the main traveler and driver of the rental car is also mandatory

• Travellers with a non-Belgian nationality and / or persons travelling on a foreign passport are invited to spontaneously report this matter to the Connections travel consultant and shall contact their respective embassy (s) or Consulate (ate) to obtain the latest updates concerning all current travel requirements and documents.

Insurances

Have a safe and carefree trip: travel fully insured with our Protections travel insurance! Our Protections insurance policies offer various formulas in order to offer you the widest possible cover (with even a fly-on-time, natural catastrophes and epidemics) for both single journeys or for the entire year. We guarantee you the best protection at the best price.

Tailored travel

The tours in our brochures are just a few examples of travel itineraries possible. Our trips can be tailored to suit your specific needs. If you want to book a specific destination or combine it with a mini-tour then we will gladly make you a tailor-made offer. For a personalised day-by-day program please contact our destination experts.

Would you like to travel in a group; with your entire family, friends or colleagues? (min. 10 people required). Put our know-how to the test and send us your details and wishes. We will gladly turn the blueprints of your trip into a detailed quote and a lasting memory for you to cherish. Contact our Connections’ Group Service by e-mail at groups@connections.be or by telephone on +32 (0)2 550 01 65. We would love to hear from you.

Health

No mandatory vaccinations. To verify the latest updates on health requirements, please surf to https://www.itg.be
For all latest measures concerning covid we refer you to the website https://diplomatie.belgium.be

Time zones

Belgian time +1 hour

Self-Drive Holiday Tuscany – Explore at Your Own Pace

A self-drive holiday through Tuscany and Umbria is the ideal way to explore these regions. With your rental car, you can easily reach both the famous highlights and the hidden villages off the beaten path. Drive past the iconic cypress trees that line Tuscany’s rolling hills, stop at local wineries to taste renowned Chianti wines, and decide spontaneously when to pause and photograph the stunning landscapes. The well-maintained roads make driving pleasant and allow you to enjoy the many treasures these Italian regions have to offer at your own pace.

Medieval Towns of Tuscany and Umbria

During your journey through Tuscany and Umbria, you’ll pass several enchanting medieval towns, each with its own unique character. Beyond San Gimignano and its iconic towers, a visit to Volterra with its Etruscan heritage is highly recommended. In Umbria, the spiritual town of Assisi invites you to explore the Basilica of Saint Francis, while Orvieto impresses with its majestic cathedral perched on a tuff-stone plateau. Montepulciano—famous for its noble wines—and the picturesque Renaissance town of Pienza are also among the highlights. These historical hilltop towns offer not only cultural richness but also breathtaking views over the Tuscan and Umbrian landscapes.

Tuscan Cuisine & Wine Tastings

This journey through Tuscany and Umbria is a true feast for food lovers. Tuscan cuisine is renowned for its simplicity and pure flavors, with dishes like pappardelle al cinghiale (pasta with wild boar), bistecca alla fiorentina (Florentine T-bone steak) and ribollita (hearty bread soup). As you travel through the wine regions of Chianti, Montepulciano and Montalcino, you can stop at local wineries to taste world-renowned wines such as Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Umbria also has a strong culinary identity, offering specialties like truffle dishes and porchetta. Enjoy long, relaxed meals on sunny terraces and experience the true dolce vita.

Art & Culture in Florence and Siena

Art lovers will be delighted during this tour of Tuscany and Umbria, especially in Florence and Siena. In Florence—the birthplace of the Renaissance—you can admire masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s David at the Galleria dell’Accademia and Botticelli’s works at the Uffizi Gallery. The impressive Duomo, with Brunelleschi’s dome, dominates the city skyline. In Siena, you’ll discover the stunning Piazza del Campo—one of Europe’s most beautiful squares—where the famous Palio horse race takes place twice a year. The magnificent striped cathedral of Siena houses artworks by Donatello and Michelangelo. Both cities are steeped in history and culture, with extraordinary frescoes, sculptures and architectural treasures at every turn.