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Marble, Medieval Towns and a Vineyard: A 10‑Hour Sweep from La Spezia to the Carrara Quarries
A full‑day, 10‑hour excursion that pairs visits to the Carrara marble quarries and stops in Pisa and Lucca with a traditional Tuscan lunch and wine and olive‑oil tasting at a vineyard.
Marble, Medieval Towns and a Vineyard: A 10‑Hour Sweep from La Spezia to the Carrara Quarries.
This guided day tour threads steep, winding roads into parts of Tuscany many visitors never see, combining the awe of Carrara’s working marble quarries with quick stops in Pisa and Lucca and a leisurely vineyard lunch where local wine and olive oil are sampled.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Carrara’s Working Marble Quarries
Explore the dramatic white amphitheaters carved into the Apuan Alps—places that remain inaccessible to most visitors—traversed via winding, steep roads shared with quarry traffic.
Stops in Pisa and Lucca
Brief visits to two of Tuscany’s most storied towns add architectural contrast to the day: Pisa’s famous sights and Lucca’s compact medieval center complement the raw geology of the quarries.
A Traditional Tuscan Lunch with Tastings
The tour includes a traditional Tuscan lunch at a vineyard, paired with curated wine and olive‑oil tastings to round out the sensory experience.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
Expect a full, 10‑hour day of contrasts: narrow, hairpin roads and the rumble of trucks up to the quarries; short urban interludes in Pisa and Lucca; and a relaxed midday meal among vines where local wines and olive oils are sampled.
THE LANDSCAPE
Carrara’s Working Marble Quarries
Explore the dramatic white amphitheaters carved into the Apuan Alps—places that remain inaccessible to most visitors—traversed via winding, steep roads shared with quarry traffic.
THE CULTURE
Stops in Pisa and Lucca
Brief visits to two of Tuscany’s most storied towns add architectural contrast to the day: Pisa’s famous sights and Lucca’s compact medieval center complement the raw geology of the quarries.
THE TABLE
A Traditional Tuscan Lunch with Tastings
The tour includes a traditional Tuscan lunch at a vineyard, paired with curated wine and olive‑oil tastings to round out the sensory experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and warnings for those who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full‑day excursion lasting approximately 10 hours.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
The price includes a traditional Tuscan lunch with wine and olive‑oil tastings at a vineyard as part of the day.
Published tour rates range from €700 to €1,900.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs for 10 hours.
What is included in the price?
The tour includes a traditional Tuscan lunch and wine and olive‑oil tastings at a vineyard.
What is the price range for this tour?
Rates for the tour are listed between €700 and €1,900.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Is the driving difficult?
The itinerary travels along winding, steep roads and visits working quarry areas where trucks operate, so expect challenging driving conditions.
Who operates the tour?
The tour is operated by Under The Tuscan Sun Tours.