Florence is a popular tour destination and it is common to see long lines of people waiting to get into popular sites. When running my tours to Italy, I want my travelers to see all they can see without waiting in line and without having to make an appointment. Many European cities, including Florence, now have a pay-one-price admission card to give the traveler admission to major attractions without waiting in line and in the case of the Firenze card, without the need for appointments. Read the blog post for more information on this useful tool that makes a tour of Florence easier and more enjoyable.
Everyone loves Siena. It is a Tuscan hill town about an hour or so away from Florence. It has a beautiful piazza, great food, and a Duomo on an acid trip (you'll see what I mean when you get there). Whenever we do a small group tour to Florence, we like to take a day trip there. It is easy to get to, a great way to spend the day, and has just enough to see to make it interesting. Check out the blog post to see how I do my Siena day trip.