Day 14 Montecatini Lucca Olive oil mill visit

Destination: Montecatini
Meals included: B L
Accommodations: Ercolini & Savi

Breakfast: At the hotel.

Morning: Set off for a guided tour of Lucca, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nestled in a verdant valley, this gem of Tuscany features ancient architecture and customs that have withstood the tests of time. This can be seen most readily in the well-preserved city walls which have surrounded the city since the 17th century, when they successfully defended against the advances of Florence during the rise of the Medici—they encompass a wide expanse of red terra-cotta roofed homes, and the eye-catching Case-Torri or “Tower Houses” of wealthy families.

You’ll see the walls up close during your tour, which also takes you though Lucca’s charming piazzas, including Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, where a ring of medieval buildings outline the site of the city's former amphitheater, which was used to hold thousands of spectators for gladiator games. Enjoy the laid-back pace of the city as you explore, and break bread with the locals during a visit to a local establishment. Following your tour, you’ll have a little time to amble around the city independently.

Next, head out into the pastoral landscape to learn more about a famous Italian culinary staple during an Exclusive Discovery Series visit to an olive oil mill. Here, you'll learn about the production process that creates this famous export, and discover the various ways it can be used in cuisine.

Lunch: Experience the flavor of extra-virgin olive oil firsthand during a Farewell Lunch at the mill.

Afternoon: Return to Montecatini for a final afternoon at leisure. Your Program Director can offer recommendations on how to spend it.Dinner: Onboard the ship.

Evening: You have the freedom to spend the rest of your evening as you wish—ask your Program Director for recommendations.

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