Private tour in Pisa Martina M

Full day trip to Pisa and Lucca

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Martina M.

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Hi everyone! My name is Martina and I am an enthusiastic art historian, with an M. A. degree from the University of Pisa. Thanks to my passion for art, architecture and local history, since 2007 I have been working as a Licensed Tour Guide and Tour Director in Tuscany and Cinque Terre. I love creating unique cultural itineraries and culinary tours for single travellers, family and small groups who wish to experience a warm, authentic, human connection! My goal is to make the most of your time in Italy, so I tailor the tours to your needs and interest in order to give you an unforgettable time and 'new eyes'! I design: -Art, architecture and history tours -Ancient arts and crafts tours -City walks with visits to off-the-beaten path attractions -Day tour of Tuscan hilltowns (Volterra and San Gimignano) -Culinary Tours and cooking class in Tuscany coutryside -Truffle Hunting and Truffle tasting in San Miniato -Extra virgin olive oil tasting (+ visit of olive grove and olive mill) -Cheese tasting in an organic farm located in an amazing scenery -Wine tours in the countryside around Pisa, Lucca, Volterra, San Gimignano and on the Etruscan coast (Bolgheri) -Boat tour of Cinque Terre (end of April- mid of September) -Cinque Terre hiking & walking tours Note: some of the tours can be combined! If you are looking for a half/full day Guided Tours and you wish to travel at your rithm, discovering off-the-beaten path attractions, not to mention local food and wines, just book a tour with me! In the years I have gained expertise and experience in tourism practices that enable me to create very specific itineraries, according to the style, interests and time available to travellers. There is certainly to learn, but not at the expense of fun! The discovery of the sites also includes the most interesting areas of city life, like cafes, shops and nice meeting places. For further information, do not hesitate to contact me! I will get back tp you within 24h. -Licensed Tour Guide since 2007 to date; -Licensed Tour Director in Tuscany and Italian Riviera di Levante (Cinque Terre, Portovenere, Lerici, Tellaro, Sarzana) from 2005 to date; -Art Historian, with an MA Degree (Medieval, Renaissance and Modern Art) from the University of Pisa; -Author of articles published on art history magazines (Arte|Documento; Arte Veneta; Burlington Magazine, Print Quarterly); -Indipendent Scholar attending seminars and conferences in different European Countries (Itay, England, France) -Featured in Rick Steves' guide books from 2015 to date (for Pisa and surroundings); -Member of the International Tourism Association of Professionals (ITAP); -Certified Classical Pilates Teacher and forever student at E-motion school in Sarzana (SP - Italy) •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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Overview of your Pisa tour

The perfect way to spend a day in Tuscany: join a private walking tour of Pisa and Lucca with Martina. In the morning she will guide you around the symbols of the wealthy Maritime Republic of Pisa: the world famous Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, the Baptistery and Camposanto (graveyard), which stand out in the 'Field of Miracles'. After a delicious lunch in a family run Trattoria, you will travel (by train - your car/ private transportation) to the charming walled city of Lucca. Martina will guide you throughout narrow lanes and alleys while discovering its treasures - the Cathedral with the intriguing Volto Santo and the marble sarcophagus of Ilaria del Carretto; St. Michael Church, the Roman Amphitheatre Square, Giacomo Pucccini's birthplace, the awesome garden of Palazzo Pfanner, San Frediano Church and the amazing Renaissance walls. Last but not least, she will introduce you to Lucca's typical products, arts and crafts!

Recent Reviews

Lisa C.
September 2025

We scheduled two full days for tours with Martina. We wanted our experience to be unique and stay away from the typical tourist places. Martina designed an itinerary that really matched what we were looking for and we experienced two amazing days with her. I would love to visit Tuscany so she can show us more. I highly recommend her! All of us have a new friend in Italy.

John D.United States
July 2024

Martina is an excellent tour guide. She is a great communicator, and her English is outstanding. She has an amazing mastery of details regarding the origins and history of the region of Pisa and Lucca. She is also sensitive to individual limitations and the desires of her clients. We would highly recommend Martina.

Derek S.United States
May 2024

We had a wonderful experience with Martina's Pisa walking tour and Lucca bicycle tour today. Her knowledge, communications skills and overall lovely personality made our experience exceptionally memorable. In Lucca, Martina took us to an amazing bakery where we sampled a Lucca fruit and anis flavored bread (Bucellato) as well as a pizzeria with excellent and extremely affordable pizza, beer and wine. Renting tho bicycles allowed us to cover a lot of ground. I highly recommend her tours!

Nancy A.United States
July 2023

We had a fantastic custom tour of beautiful Pisa and Lucca. Martina was our tour guide. She created a perfect day by showing us the key sites as well as some secrets and she guided us with centuries of history. It was a hot day and Martina adjusted the tour to make sure we were comfortable. I strongly recommend Martina as a tour guide - you'll have a very fun and interesting day.

Bryan C.United States
June 2023

Our group of 7 had the best day with Martina touring the highlights of Pisa and Lucca. Martina loves her Italian home and has amassed a huge inventory of information about the history, people food and events of Italy's most visited sites. Martina was able to share this information at a pace that was not overwhelming and consistent with our interests. She purchased tickets for us to climb the Leaning Tower in Pisa and to enter the baptistry and duomo. Our tour through Lucca was lovely. Thank You!

Venkatesh B.United States
April 2023

We very much enjoyed our Pisa and Lucca tour with Martina. She has excellent knowledge of the places. She booked our attraction tickets in advance and made sure that we enjoy our time. She took great photographs for us and the kids, especially with the Pisa tower. We highly recommend Martina as a guide and will do additional tours with her in Tuscany.

Your Pisa tour itinerary

Martina will meet you in Pisa, by the main arch way to the Square of Miracles. Delightful walking tour around the Duomo (Cathedral); Baptistery with its fabulous acustics, Camposanto (graveyard) and the Leaning Tower (Martina will be happy to book the tickets in advance, according to your will). Delicious lunch in a no turistic Tuscan Trattoria where they serve home made pasta. Transfer to Lucca: after a brief introduction, you will get on the Renaissance walls; then walk down to the Duomo and discover its treasures. Then, you will proceed through its charming lanes and alleys stopping at highlights and off the beaten-path sights, including the opera composer Giacomo Puccini's birthplace, the Roman Amphitheate Square and Guinigi Tower with oak trees on the top. While touring Martina will provide you details about the history, traditions, legends and typical products of Lucca!

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Transport details
Type: Public Transportation / Category: Train

Public transportation (you will take the train from Pisa to Lucca). Martina will be happy to help you in hiring a professional driver + minivan if you are not either driving a car or travelling by train.

What's included
Other: taxes
Private Guide
Services: -planning and reservation service
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses, lunch
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Skip the line tickets to the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, Baptistery and Campoanto of Pisa; entrance fees to the Cathedral and Guinigi Tower of Lucca (optional)
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Tastings
Equipment: for group of more than 5 people it is recommended to hire earsets and radios to listen to Martina's explanations while touring
Meeting location

Piazza Daniele Manin, Pisa, Toscana, Italy

Pisa, Piazza Daniele Manin - by the main arch way to the Square of Miracles If you wish to be picked up in another place, you have to arrange it in advance with Martina (it might imply an extra cost if your place it is not located in the city center of Pisa)

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Art And Culture
Food And Drink
Off The Beaten Path
Tour reference number
192312
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

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This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the historical and cultural highlights of Pisa and Lucca with a knowledgeable local guide. It's ideal for those interested in history, architecture, and local crafts, as well as food enthusiasts who enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly.

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