Our next stop is at Florence/Pisa (Livorno) where our shore excursion is:
Combine two of the most famous Tuscan towns: Lucca with a colorful history that stretches back to the days of the ancient Etruscans and see Pisa's famous "Field of Miracles," where you have an opportunity to photograph the cathedral, the baptistery, and of course, the Leaning Tower.
Duomo & Leaning Tower, Pisa
Arriving in Lucca, take a guided walk through the old town, which retains its Renaissance-vintage fortified walls. Stroll from piazza to piazza and learn the city's history through its architecture. 
Piazza Anfiteatro, Lucca, Tuscany, Italy
The Duomo, Lucca's Romanesque cathedral dates from the 12th century and features a facade with elaborate relieves and columns. The Gothic interior features an image of Christ on the cross, supposedly carved by Nicodemus, a purported witness of the crucifixion. The Duomo also boasts Tintoretto's magnificent painting of the Last Supper. Once a powerful maritime republic and a rival to Genoa and Venice, Pisa offers Renaissance splendor of its own. A short guided walk leads to the "Field of Miracles," where you receive a brief orientation on Pisan history before enjoying time to explore on your own and grab a bite to eat at one of the many local restaurants. The Piazza is the site of Pisa's Duomo, Baptistery, Campo Santo, and of course, the campanile - the famous Leaning Tower. Galileo is said to have used the 180-foot campanile during his experiments with gravity. The tower began leaning during construction, the foundation settling unevenly as builders reached the fourth story. Today, the tower leans 14-degrees from perpendicular. Recently reopened, admittance to the tower is limited. The cathedral - Pisa's Duomo is built in an amalgam of Tuscan and Romanesque styles. The black and white interior marble arches are thought to have been inspired by Islamic architecture. You will have plenty of photo and shopping opportunities on this tour.
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