After breakfast, you head to Siena, a medieval city dominated by impressive Gothic monuments. It's divided into 17
contra de (districts), each of which goes head to head in the twice-annual Palio, a thunderous horse race around the central square for which the whole city turns out.
You will join a local guide on a tailor-made tour of the city, stopping at the landmarks plus captivating sites most tourists normally pass by. Exploring a local
contrada museum and dipping into
botteghe (small, traditional shops) to sample sweet local specialties, get a real taste of the history and traditions of this unique destination.
If you wish to add an optional visit to the grand medieval
duomo (cathedral). Booking in advance is required and available at
www.operalaboratori.vivaticket.it/en/tour/complesso-monumentale-del-duomo-di-siena/2589. A recommended time-slot between 2 pm and 3.30 pm.
Distance Covered: 7.0 km / 4.4 miles