Siena Palio Horse Race Day Trip from Florence
Florence, Italy
Trip Type: Day Trips
Duration: 12 hours
Enjoy one of the most iconic events of the European summer, the Palio horse race of Siena, on a day tour from Florence. Just for 18 to 39-year-old, the tour will take you by private coach through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to the historic centre of Siena, with information provided by a local guide. Free time is given to explore the city before the event itself, and return transport to Florence following the race and after parties at approximately 11:30pm.
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Enjoy one of the most iconic events of the European summer, the Palio horse race of Siena, on a day tour from Florence. Just for 18 to 39-year-old, the tour will take you by private coach through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to the historic centre of Siena, with information provided by a local guide. Free time is given to explore the city before the event itself, and return transport to Florence following the race and after parties at approximately 11:30pm.Join a day trip from Florence to the historic Palio horse race in Siena, just for 18 to 39-year-olds. Held just twice a year, on July 2 and August 16, the Palio is a highlight of the European summer among other famous events such as of the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona and La Tomatina in Brunol.
Meet your guide at 11:40am in central Florence before travelling to the beautiful historic centre of Siena by private coach, enjoying the stunning Tuscan scenery and information about the area from your local tour leader.
On board, you will receive an information pack about the event, including a video presentation and a tour T-shirt. Upon arrival in Siena, your guide will give you an orientation walk, maps, and free time to explore the city on your own and to immerse yourself in the pre-race atmosphere. See the dramas unfold between the contrades (boroughs) of Siena, and then watch the race with your tour group in the iconic Piazza del Campo, and enjoy the after parties before returning to Florence at approximately 11:30pm.
Meet your guide at 11:40am in central Florence before travelling to the beautiful historic centre of Siena by private coach, enjoying the stunning Tuscan scenery and information about the area from your local tour leader.
On board, you will receive an information pack about the event, including a video presentation and a tour T-shirt. Upon arrival in Siena, your guide will give you an orientation walk, maps, and free time to explore the city on your own and to immerse yourself in the pre-race atmosphere. See the dramas unfold between the contrades (boroughs) of Siena, and then watch the race with your tour group in the iconic Piazza del Campo, and enjoy the after parties before returning to Florence at approximately 11:30pm.
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