Private tour in Florence Kathleen Mary F
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Kathleen Mary F.
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Hi! My name is Kathleen. Siena is my hometown. My Irish-American mother came here to study, met my father and rest is history. She has never left but has raised three bicultural, bilingual children. We went to school in America during my sophomore year and later, I ventured out on my own to live and study in Brazil. I now speak Portuguese. They say that travel is an acquired taste. I have acquired it. It has become my passion! Exploring different parts of the world and getting to know their culture has been a life-changing experience for me and I have pursued a career in this field. I want to share my experiences with guests visiting my country. After studying in Florence, I passed their stringent requirements and a state exam and received a license as a guide for both Florence and Siena. Having met so many people, during our encounters the words received and the expression on my guests' faces illustrates more than just their complete satisfaction, also their amazing prospective of what they have experienced on their journey through Siena. I have worked for a major international tour company, leading groups on tours in Italy for guests unfamiliar with the history and customs of my country. For the last nine years, I have concentrated all of my passions on Siena. I am rewarded with smiles, thanks and what I know is a better understanding of the rich history that has made Italy a major destination for so many world travelers. Siena is a fun city to explore. Follow me and I'll show you the back streets teeming with history, families living normal everyday lives, grandmothers stopping to chat with their lifelong neighbors and children playing in the streets. I'll point out restaurants, wine shops, ice cream parlors, and the best place to buy some local cheese and pastries. We'll take lots of photos and create memories of your visit to Siena, my hometown. The tours I am listing here are all my own personal ideas. They can be personalize according to your preferences and available time. We can make life time memories in just a couple of hours!! Licensed local guide for Siena, San Gimignano, Pienza, Montalcino, Montepulciano and the Chianti region I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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A fascinating day experience in the heart of Tuscany, local guide and all transportation included. Together we explore THE two medieval hill top towns: Siena and San Gimignano. A captivating journey back in time. It is the Tuscany you've heard and dreamt about, now you will live it. In the morning your private driver picks you up in Florence and drives you to San Gimignano. The vertical town, with it's medieval towers, still standing after 900 years. We'll stroll through the ancient San Giovanni gate and leisurely reach unique squares, Cathedral and breath taking viewspoints. A stop for gelato is compulsory Later, a scenic drive will bring you to Siena. We will start our walking tour from the medieval San Domenico church and continue through the narrow back streets to reach the imposing marble covered Cathedral, a gothic enchantment and the soul of the city. We'll continue on to the main square, the Piazza del Campo where twice a year the famous horse race, Il Palio, is held.
English speaking driver will pick you up from your hotel in Florence and drive you to San Gimignano (1 hour approx. ) a. m. San Gimignano guided visit : San Giovanni gate, Torre cugnanesi, Piazza della cisterna, Piazza della collegiata time for lunch 1h approx (not included) I can help you arrange a restaurant, local eateries. . p. m. Siena guided visit : San Domenico church, Piazza Salimbeni, Cathedral, Piazza del Campo Drive to Florence (1h aprox. )
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Transportation from and to Siena is included in an air conditioned luxury sedan or minivan.
Florence, Tuscany, Italy
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