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INTRODUCTION
Join us on a spectacular 10-day photography journey through some of Italy’s most iconic destinations. From the rolling hills and cypress-lined roads of Tuscany to the dramatic coastline and colorful villages of Cinque Terre, this tour is designed to capture Italy at its most picturesque. We begin in Tuscany, exploring the enchanting landscapes of Val d'Orcia, medieval hilltop towns, vineyards, farmhouses, and iconic countryside scenes bathed in the warm light of sunrise and sunset. We then travel to Cinque Terre, where colorful villages cling to rugged cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean, offering spectacular opportunities for coastal, village, and sunset photography. Our journey concludes in Venice, one of the world's most photogenic cities. We will explore its historic canals, elegant architecture, bridges, gondolas, and atmospheric streets, with special attention to the magical light of early morning and blue hour. From peaceful Tuscan landscapes to dramatic Mediterranean coastlines and the timeless beauty of Venice, this Italy Photography Tour offers a diverse collection of landscapes, architecture, culture, and unforgettable photographic moments |
DATE
1st - 10th September 2027 DURATION 10 days & 9 nights (not including the arrival and departure) START Venice, Italy END Venice, Italy AIRPORT ARRIVAL Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Florence, Italy) AIRPORT DEPARTURE Venice Marco Polo Airport (Venice, Italy) SEASON Summer (warm and cool) GROUP SIZE 4 - 8, including the tour leader and driver ACCOMMODATION 3- or 4-star hotels FITNESS LEVEL Generally easy. No long walks LANGUAGE English TOUR LEADER Francis Ansing |
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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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August 31: Arrival in Florence (Day 0)
Guests are encouraged to arrive in Florence one day before the official start of the tour. We recommend booking a hotel near Florence Airport for convenience and to allow plenty of time to rest and prepare for the photography adventure ahead. September 1: Florence Airport to Tuscany (Day 1 Official Start) The official tour begins with a morning pick-up at Florence Airport. We will then transfer to our accommodation in Tuscany and check in. After some time to rest and settle in, we will have an orientation and photography tour briefing covering the itinerary and what to expect during the journey. If time and weather conditions permit, we will have our first photography session in the Tuscan countryside in the afternoon. September 2: Tuscany (Day 2) We begin the day with an early-morning photography session in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, capturing rolling hills, isolated farmhouses, cypress trees, and the soft morning light across the landscape. After returning for breakfast and some time to rest, we will explore the countryside around Pienza, photographing vineyards, fields, medieval landscapes, and other classic Tuscan scenes. In the evening, we will head out for sunset photography overlooking the Val d'Orcia, followed by a blue-hour session. September 3: Tuscany (Day 3) Another early morning begins with sunrise photography around Pienza, where we will look for misty valleys and iconic Tuscan landscapes illuminated by the day's first light. Later, we will explore the historic center of Pienza and photograph its medieval streets and architecture before continuing to San Quirico d'Orcia. In the afternoon and evening, we will focus on golden-hour landscape photography before settling into one of the region's classic viewpoints for sunset. |
September 4: Tuscany (Day 4)
We will begin the day with another sunrise photography session in the Tuscan countryside before driving toward Siena. During the day, we will explore and photograph Siena's historic center, including the famous Piazza del Campo and its surrounding medieval streets. We will then continue to Montepulciano, where we will explore the town and its picturesque surroundings. As the day comes to an end, we will look for opportunities to photograph the Tuscan countryside during sunset before enjoying some evening street photography. September 5: Tuscany to Cinque Terre (Day 5) Our final morning in Tuscany begins with a sunrise photography session before we return for breakfast and check out. We will then travel toward the Ligurian coast and Cinque Terre. After checking in at our accommodation and taking some time to rest, we will prepare for our first photography session along the spectacular Cinque Terre coastline. The evening will be dedicated to sunset and blue-hour photography, capturing the colorful villages and dramatic coastal scenery. September 6: Cinque Terre (Day 6) We begin the day with sunrise photography in Manarola, one of Cinque Terre's most iconic villages. The early-morning light provides an excellent opportunity to photograph its colorful houses, dramatically set above the sea. After breakfast, we will explore Manarola and the surrounding areas, with some free time for rest and personal photography. In the afternoon, we will continue to Riomaggiore for coastal photography and village details. The day concludes with a sunset photography session along the Cinque Terre coastline, followed by blue-hour photography. September 7: Cinque Terre (Day 7) An early start takes us to Vernazza for sunrise photography, where we will photograph the village from one of its classic panoramic viewpoints. During the day, we will explore Vernazza before continuing to Corniglia, photographing its narrow streets, historic architecture, colorful houses, and spectacular coastal scenery. The afternoon will allow some free time or an optional photography session before we head out again in the evening for sunset photography from one of the area's scenic coastal viewpoints, followed by a blue-hour session. |
September 8: Cinque Terre to Venice (Day 8)
We will have our final sunrise photography session in Cinque Terre before returning for breakfast and checking out. We will then travel to Venice and check in at our hotel. After some time to rest and settle in, we will begin our first photography session in Venice, exploring its canals, bridges, historic buildings, and atmospheric streets. We will finish the day with sunset and blue-hour photography, taking advantage of the beautiful evening light over the city. September 9: Venice (Day 9) We begin early with sunrise photography around the Grand Canal, capturing reflections, gondolas, historic architecture, and the quiet atmosphere of Venice before the city becomes busy. We will also explore the area around the Rialto Bridge and its surrounding canals. During the day, we will wander through Venice's historic neighborhoods, photographing architecture, narrow streets, hidden canals, bridges, and interesting details. After some time for lunch and rest, we will continue exploring the city in the afternoon before heading out for sunset photography around the Grand Canal and other iconic Venetian landmarks. The day concludes with a blue-hour photography session. September 10: Venice (Day 10) Our final day begins with an early-morning photography session in Venice, offering one last opportunity to capture the city's canals, architecture, and quiet streets in beautiful morning light. If time permits, an optional excursion to Burano may be arranged to photograph its colorful houses and picturesque canals. We will then return to Venice for our final photography opportunities before checking out. The tour officially ends in Venice, where guests may proceed to Venice Airport or continue with their onward travel arrangements. |
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TOUR COST
3950 USD or the equivalent in PHP (double / twin room rate) 4950 USD or the equivalent in PHP (single room rate) A monthly installment plan is available. Please enquire. WHAT'S INCLUDED? ✓ Twin or double 3- or 4-star accommodations for 8 nights ✓ Breakfasts at specific hotels ✓ Transportation service for 9 days ✓ National Park fees ✓ Parking fees ✓ 1 Tour leader and driver ✓ Professional guiding fees |
NOT INCLUDED
X Accommodation outside the tour date X International and/or domestic flights X Bottled water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and the like X Cable car fees in Seceda X Taxi/bus to the hotel on day 0 X Taxi/bus to the airport on day 9 X Meals not stated in the inclusions (lunch, dinner, and breakfasts at some hotels) X Visa fees X Travel insurance X Laundry |
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PAYMENT AND RESERVATION
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. The down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and email the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the name of the photography tour in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. The down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and email the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the name of the photography tour in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
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THINGS TO BRING
- Travel document (passport) - Comfortable clothes for 10 days - Light jacket - Waterproof and windproof jacket - Waterproof trekking shoes - Trekking pants - Flashlight or headlamp - Personal medicines - Pocket money - Cellular phone with data/internet |
CAMERA GEAR
- Camera body (mirrorless or DSLR) - Lenses (16-35mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm) - Sturdy tripod - Filters (CPL, NDs and GND) - Extra batteries - Extra memory cards - Rain protector - Laptop or tablet for transferring and reviewing files - External hard drive |