Tuscany is known for its enchanting landscapes dotted with cypress trees and the artistic legacy of its capital city, Florence, widely regarded as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Florence is indeed a treasure chest that must be explored as the Duomo, the Uffizi, Michelangelo's famous Statue of David, and the ancient Ponte Vecchio bridge are part of the Tuscan experience - but there is so much more to Tuscany. Look further and you'll discover countless jewels scattered across Tuscany to invigorate your senses.

Take in the smells of fresh espresso and the array of fragrant wild herbs, the taste of world-class wine and Tuscan cuisine, and the wind sweeping across endless oceans of sunflowers. See the beauty of the enchanting villages that sit atop rolling hills dotted with rust-colored farmhouses and creamy-colored villas encased in rows of green vines. Feel the sensation of the Tuscan sun kissing your skin and nature caressing your fingertips as you wander through serene fields of wheat and poppies. Let the flair of Tuscany get under your skin and follow your urge to explore its fabled countryside, ancient towns, culture, and cuisine.

Head south of Florence and you'll find yourself in one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world, Chianti Classico. Miles and miles of medieval villages grace hilltops surrounded by vine covered valleys. Stop in lesser-known villages such as Bagno a Ripoli, Grassina, Greve in Chianti, and Panzano in Chianti to experience true Tuscan markets as well as numerous gems including frescos by Pietro Nelli and Spinello Aretino, the famous delicatessen Falorni established in 1729, and the ancient church of San Leolino.

Not far from the Chianti Classico region, Siena and Pisa are must-see Tuscan cities. Siena boasts some of Italy's most striking Gothic architecture and the heart-stopping Palio di Siena horse race. Walk the cobblestone streets and enjoy a cappuccino or gelato in the spectacular shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. Pisa boasts the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli and, of course, no visit to Pisa is complete without a view of the square from the top of the Leaning Tower of Pisa.

Florence's abundant collection of world-class art should not overshadow the beautiful Tuscan cities of Arezzo, Cortona, San Gimignano and Lucca, which also celebrate a rich trove of art and enjoy their own history, architecture, and cuisine. Arezzo prides itself on its splendid frescoes by Piero della Francesca. Stroll through its steep medieval streets that converge on its beautiful Piazza Grande. Sample the cuisine, which includes truffles, porcini mushrooms, wild boar and juicy Chianina steaks. The best paintings in Cortona are found in the Museo Diocesano and the Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca. This pretty hill town also boasts breathtaking views over the Val di Chiana and some of Tuscany's finest olive oil. The historic rival of Florence, San Gimignano, is one of the most perfectly preserved Tuscan cities. This small village is known as the "City of the Beautiful Towers" and it will surprise you with an array of noble wines and numerous monuments and museums filled with impressive art collections. The proud townspeople of Lucca claim their town was built from pure beauty and a walk atop the city walls reveals its extraordinary aesthetic. Its Romanesque churches, Roman amphitheatre, charming narrow streets, and delicatessens make it a worthwhile stop.

Just north of Lucca lies the city of Carrara, renowned for the white and blue-gray marble that has been quarried there since the days of ancient Rome. Head to the open air museum to marvel at the towering walls of marble where Michelangelo once personally selected the medium for his next great sculpture. Carrara is situated on the periphery of Tuscany, where bucolic landscapes give way to the rugged Ligurian coastline and on to the Cinque Terre. Though not in Tuscany, a visit to Cinque Terre and its laid-back mountain villages including Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore, Vernazza, and Monterosso al Mare is a step back in time. Dotted with olive and chestnut groves, and grapevines on steep rocky cliffs lined with pastel homes overlooking the gulf of Genoa, Cinque Terre is the perfect place to relax and reminisce about your own amazing Tuscan experience.