Hello,
I'm Massimo, your friendly neighborhood driver-guide based in the stunning city of Florence. I specialize in custom escorted travels across Tuscany and Italy for very small groups, chauffeuring you around in my comfy, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz. Think of me as your personal Italian superhero, minus the cape!

I organize private shore excursions from the ports of Livorno or La Spezia, and day tours from the main Tuscan cities. We’re talking wine tours, cooking classes, outlet shopping sprees—pretty much any kind of customized tour you can imagine. Because I work with smaller groups, I can give you the VIP treatment that makes your Tuscan adventure unforgettable. Just a heads-up, though: I don't do full walking tours or guided museum visits. My superpowers have limits!

As your chauffeur, interpreter, and travel consultant, I'll help you pick the best sights, optimize your time, and tweak plans on the fly to match your whims. I’ll also point you to the best restaurants and shopping spots, ensuring you get exactly what you're looking for from your trip—whether it's fun, culture, landscapes, shopping, or delicious food. I’m basically your all-in-one travel genie, minus the lamp.

In my secret identity as a travel agent, I can book your accommodations and arrange smooth transfers from any Italian location to Tuscany and back. I also offer pre- and post-cruise packages, all-inclusive tours of Italy, and private transfers to France, Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. I’m like the Swiss Army knife of travel!

I'll be there to attend to your needs at all times, not only navigating and handling logistics but also introducing you to friendly locals and hidden gems. This is a unique and genuine travel experience that group tours just can't offer. With such tranquility and charm, it's no surprise that so many famous artists, poets, and musicians have been drawn to Tuscany and Italy.

Can't wait to share an amazing journey with you. Arrivederci and ciao for now!

- Licensed professional driver (Ncc)
- Tourist guide ("Accompagnatore turistico", Certificate issued by Provincia di Firenze in 2001)
- From 1992 to 2000, Tour manager for an Italian Tour Operator in many countries around the world.
- Licensed Travel Agent since 2001

I am a driver-guide only, and I will not be able to accompany you on some portions of the tour which require long walking. The parts of the itinerary denoted by * will be un-guided, so after my introduction you will be able to explore the area on your own

Pick up in the morning from your ship to reach Pisa (about 30 minutes transfer) to admire the magnificence of Piazza dei Miracoli with its Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and the Dome.

Free time for visits. After about 1 hour stop, drive cross the lovely old town of Pisa and then go to Florence, the capital of the Renaissance art (about 1 hour transfer).

Our first stop will be at the Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy the glorious panorama of the city. The tour continues in the historical center with stops at the beautiful Santa Croce Square, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio. Free time at your own for relax and shopping.

In the afternoon, return to the port.

Shore Excursion from Livorno port: Pisa & Florence

After a 1 hour and 30 min drive through-and beautiful surrounding valleys, you'll stop at San Gimignano*, an enchanting medieval village that has taken the name of the Bishop Gimignano, who saved the City from the barbarians. You'll have time at your leisure to explore the city with me first and then on your own.

Driving west we'll reach then the beautiful town of Volterra*. A trading center since the days of the Etruscans, Volterra sits on a rocky plateau and is protected by medieval ramparts. The exploration on foot will start at Piazza dei Priori, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy, and defined as a bellicose assembly of towers and palaces, famous today also for being the set of the movie Twilight Saga: New Moon. Stroll to Piazza San Giovanni to admire the temples dedicated to prayer, the Baptistery and Cathedral. Enjoy shopping at leisure, for alabaster perhaps.

Back to Livorno port by 6pm

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