LIV 08 LIVORNO PRIVATE SHORE EXCURSION

If you wish to spend a relaxing day, then this is the tour you should choose. Near Livorno, a short 30 minutes' drive will take you to Castiglioncello, long a magnet for the rich and famous. Dwight Eisenhower and Winston Churchill met here after World War II. In the '60s, Marcello Mastroianni, star of "La Dolce Vita," summered in this elegant beach town. Although the movie stars have left, it is easy to see what drew them here. Impeccably maintained houses cascade down the pine-covered mountainside into the charming town square. Vibrant violet bougainvillea tumble over walls, while fuscia and white oleanders crowd every street and walkway. Narrow stairs cut into the tall rocks lead you to white sandy beaches. If you are looking for an escape from the sun you can take a leisurely stroll through Il Pineta. The canopy of pine trees always keeps this park shady and cool. And though it provides a peaceful respite in the day, at night it becomes alive as throngs of people stroll its corridor to enjoy the evening breeze and entertainment.
This tour includes only transfer to the beach and back in the afternoon.

Highlights:

- a relaxing day at the beach

Notice:

Complete information including our phone numbers, meeting time and place are included in your confirmation voucher.
Please give your voucher to the driver at the end of the tour. We hand select our drivers and tour guides in order to give you the ultimate experience.
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Important information:

This service includes only transportation to the beach and back. No car at disposal will be provided

For this service we do not guarantee fluent English speaking driver-guides. We guarantee a properly licensed driver with basic English skills, sufficient to interact with you and get you to your destination as planned.

Inclusions

- Pick up and drop off at the port
- Guaranteed return to the pier on time
- Flexible itinerary

Exclusions

- Lunch
- Admission fees if not mentioned
- Tips to driver and guide ( please read below for more information)

Gratuities

Tips are never included in our quotes.
I think that a tip shouldn't be included in the rate otherwise it would be a tax.
Tip only if you really liked the service.
Tips are a personal gesture and are given whenever the client feels it is necessary.
Tips are generally: 10% not bad - 15 % great - 20 % best tour in my life. Please report any abuse.

Is this a Private tour ?

The tour is private, just for your party, however if you prefer to share your tour with other passengers to alleviate costs, please register and sign in on a popular cruise community website called Cruise critic. This is the link:http://boards.cruisecritic.com Once you have joined, look for your cruise ship and the thread talking about your cruise. Place a post requesting if anyone wants to join you for the shore excursion you have chosen. We would be happy to provide a detailed itinerary and assist you with all the questions your fellow cruisers may have.

Does the driver wait for us?

The service consists of a return transfer so during your time on the beach you will be on your own.

How much time do we have at our disposal?

One leg of the transfer takes approximately 30 min. meaning that you will have approx. 8 hours to enjoy the beach and the sun. If you would like to be picked up sooner, you can discuss it with your driver

If the weather is bad, can we change the itinerary?

If the weather is bad, you can discuss with your driver and our office and choose a different destination. However, please keep in mind that for this service we do not guarantee a fluent English speaking driver guide and if the driving distance exceeds the range of the beaches, there may be an extra charge.

Is the itinerary flexible?

Our itineraries are completely flexible, and we will be happy to operate any changes to the original itinerary (within reason). Please contact our office with all the requests you may have so that we can better organize your day.

Do you guarantee the return to the ship on time?

In almost 30 years of business, we have never missed the ship that is why we have organized all itineraries to guarantee your return on time.

Where do we meet the driver?

The driver pulls up to the ship if you are travelling in a small group.Please read your voucher confirmation for the exact details.