Florence, Lucca, Volterra and the Tuscan Riviera, fine wines, vineyards tours, and central seats at the Teatro del Silenzio to watch one of the great Italian tenors… if any tour captures the essence of La Dolce Vita, this is it.
Andrea Bocelli's enchanting Tuscan hometown of Lajatico is nestled in the hills between Pisa and Volterra. Despite finding international fame as one of opera's most acclaimed modern stars, he and his family remain devoted to this beautiful village, so much so that Andrea has built a spectacular amphitheatre here, where he performs once a year. This tour will allow you to discover the best of Lajatico and the surrounding Tuscan countryside.
From your base in Florence, you'll enjoy a guided tour of the Bocelli Family Vineyards nestled in the hills of Val d'Era, see the farmhouse that Bocelli often escapes to, and taste Azienda Bocelli wines in the company of Andrea's nephew Alessio Bocelli.
You'll explore the hilltop town of Volterra, rich in Roman Antiquities, the ancient cobbled streets of Lucca with its Renaissance-era walls, the art and sculpture of Pietrasanta, and myriad highlights of magnificent Florence.
You'll dine at the Bocelli family's restaurant in Lajatico, Andrea Bocelli's hometown, visit a museum dedicated to Andrea Bocelli and his music, and head to the Tuscan Riviera to enjoy a seafood lunch at the family's stylish Alpemare Beach Club in Forte dei Marmi.
But all these are really the curtain raisers for the main event - when you take your Poltronissima seats to watch the Italian maestro perform in the Teatro Del Silenzio, one of the world's great open-air venues. For the lucky few, there is even a rare additional experience (at a supplement) that will live long in the memory, which your reservation consultant will explain.
Either way, it is a trip that hits all the right notes.
Andrea Bocelli is classical music's biggest-selling living artist, having sold over 80 million records. Born in Tuscany, the singer lost his vision in a football accident at age 12 but went on to sell out stadiums the world over with his versatile mix of opera, classical, and pop.
* From price is FOR TELEGRAPH SUBSCRIBERS, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement NA. Deposit 20% plus flight cost. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. In the unlikely event of Andrea Bocelli's performance on 27 July 2023 being cancelled due to weather, ill-health or any other reason, the concert will be postponed and take place on another date decided by the organisers. No refund of the concert ticket will be given. Due to the significant walk (approximately 1.5-2km) to the concert auditorium, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.
* From price is FOR ALL OTHER READERS, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement NA. Deposit 20% plus flight cost. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. In the unlikely event of Andrea Bocelli's performance on 27 July 2023 being cancelled due to weather, ill-health or any other reason, the concert will be postponed and take place on another date decided by the organisers. No refund of the concert ticket will be given. Due to the significant walk (approximately 1.5-2km) to the concert auditorium, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.
Today you'll arrive in Pisa, where your tour leader will accompany you to your hotel in Florence - the Grand Hotel Baglioni Di Firenze. Once checked in, you'll enjoy a traditional Tuscan dinner in the hotel's Panoramic Restaurant.
After breakfast today, you'll head to the Bocelli Vineyards in Poggioncino, nestled in the hills of the Val d'Era. Here you will see the Bocelli Farmhouse and explore the estate's vineyards where you'll be introduced to the Azienda Bocelli wines.
You'll also have time today to explore Lajatico, the home town of Andrea Bocelli and once a Medici seat. Take in its picturesque piazza and streets before heading to the Bocelli family's restaurant for lunch. Alessio Bocelli will host you and talk through the wines as well as share stories of his illustrious family's history. After a visit to the Bocelli Museum, where you can learn more about Andrea's career, you'll head to the hilltop town of Volterra, rich in Roman and medieval history, before returning to Florence for dinner.
After breakfast, you'll take a guided walking tour of Florence admiring the artistic, architectural and historical highlights of this celebrated city. After lunch in Florence, you'll return to the hotel where you can spend your afternoon at leisure.
In the evening, you'll be transferred to the Teatro del Silenzio for the Andrea Bocelli concert, where you'll have central Poltronissima seats, allowing you to be fully immersed in this unforgettable musical experience. After the concert, you'll have dinner at a nearby local restaurant before returning to the hotel.
This morning, you'll head to Pietrasanta to explore some of the town's famed art galleries and sculptures. From there, it's on to Forte dei Marmi, arguably the Tuscan Riviera's most glamorous town. Here you'll enjoy a seafood lunch paired with Bocelli wines at the Alpemare Beach Club, with the Mediterranean sea and the Apuan Alps as your backdrop.
After a leisurely meal, it's on to Lucca for a guided tour around its ancient walls and celebrated boutiques. After exploring Lucca, you'll head back to the hotel in Florence for dinner.
After a final breakfast, you'll be transferred to Pisa for your flight home.
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* From price is FOR TELEGRAPH SUBSCRIBERS, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement NA. Deposit 20% plus flight cost. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. In the unlikely event of Andrea Bocelli's performance on 27 July 2023 being cancelled due to weather, ill-health or any other reason, the concert will be postponed and take place on another date decided by the organisers. No refund of the concert ticket will be given. Due to the significant walk (approximately 1.5-2km) to the concert auditorium, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.
* From price is FOR ALL OTHER READERS, per person, based on two people sharing a room, subject to availability. Price and itinerary correct at time of print but may be subject to change. Single supplement NA. Deposit 20% plus flight cost. Local charges such as tourist tax may apply. In the case of unforeseen circumstances, expert(s) may be substituted, and any expert-led events may be subject to change. Expert(s) will not join you for your full trip duration unless otherwise stated. In the unlikely event of Andrea Bocelli's performance on 27 July 2023 being cancelled due to weather, ill-health or any other reason, the concert will be postponed and take place on another date decided by the organisers. No refund of the concert ticket will be given. Due to the significant walk (approximately 1.5-2km) to the concert auditorium, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. Travel insurance is not included but required for most of our overseas trips, and should be taken out at time of booking. Images used may not reflect your actual tour experience. This holiday may be sold through other selected brands. Tour is operated by and subject to the booking conditions of TS Travel Ltd (ATOL bonded). To redeem your exclusive subscriber offer, visit telegraph.co.uk/tt-extra. Calls are made at local rates. All tours featured are operated by the partner specified, a company wholly independent of Telegraph Media Group Ltd. Please refer to the Data Protection Notice in today's Personal Column or telegraph.co.uk/privacypolicy.