Sites Visited:
Michelangelo’s David and Slaves in the Accademia
Ponte Vecchio
Florence Duomo
Baptistery Doors and Gates of Pradise
Piazza della Signoria
Palazzo Vecchio (from outside)
Orsanmichele Church (from outside)
Piazza della Repubblica
Inclusions:
Guided Florence walking tour
Skip the line tickets to Florence Accademia (David)
Tickets to Florence Duomo
Small groups of max 15
Expert Walks of Italy tour guide
Headsets
Exclusions:
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure.
Note: Please advise that the Cathedral of Florence is subject to closure during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. If this occurs during your visit, the tour will run an alternative itinerary that includes and explanation of the Cathedral from the outside and extra highlights of the city center. We are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
Please remember that the Duomo (Cathedral) is a holy place and attire must be appropriate for the visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. Walks of Italy cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
Unfortunately the tour is unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.
Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Blarney Castle, built by the McCarthy clan over 600 years ago, still retains its old world charm with its towers, battlements and gated entrance built on a rocky outcrop. Kiss the Blarney stone, situated on the parapets of the castle, to gain the gift of eloquence - that is the ability to persuade people and being able to talk yourself out of trouble… Discovery Travel Channel lists kissing the Blarney Stone amongst its 99 things to do before you die! Rock close is a magical garden filled with enchanting druidic rock formations, water features and exotic plants. The grand Scottish baronial style Blarney House is reflects a bygone era of wealth and statesmanship.
The Rock of Cashel is a multi-period monastic site, which was a fortress before it became the seat of the bishop of the diocese of Cashel, and venue where the historical Synod of Cashel was held. Visit the Great Cathedral, the Hall of Vicars Choral, Cormack's Chapel (with one of Ireland's best preserved Irish frescoes and Romanesque architecture) and a Round tower, all perched on a solid rock ringed by a curtain wall- most of it dating back from before the Cambro-Norman conquerors came to Ireland in the late 12th Century.
Cahair Castle was once the stronghold of the powerful Butler family, the castle retains its impressive keep, tower and much of its original defensive structure. It is one of Ireland's largest and best preserved castles. It is situated on a rocky island on the River Suir.
ITINERARY:
06:50 - Depart Dublin from Suffolk Street by the Molly Malone statue
09:00 - The Rock Of Cashel (1hr)
11:30 - Blarney Castle + lunch break (3hrs - lunch not included)
15:30 - Cahair Castle (1hr)
19:00 - Arrive Dublin.
