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Travel Challenge: Twin-centre Tuscany

A twin-centre Tuscan break blending city with sea

Saturday 02 March 2013 01:00 GMT
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Each week, we invite three companies to offer us their best deal for a specific break. Prices are per person, based on two people travelling together. Each package includes 10 nights' accommodation and flights from Gatwick to Pisa on 7 May.

Kuoni - £1,129

Includes BA flights, transfers and five nights' B&B at the Pierre Hotel in Florence, plus five nights' half-board at Palace Hotel in Viareggio. "Enjoy art and architecture, followed by a seaside stay in Viareggio," says Nicky Betts (01306 747008; kuoni.co.uk).

Citalia - £1,015

Includes easyJet flights, car hire, three nights' B&B at the Grand Baglioni, Florence, and a week's B&B at the Plaza e de Russie in Viareggio, with one dinner. "Discover Renaissance Florence, then head for the beach," says Stephanie Pritchard (0844 415 1956; citalia.com).

Classic Collection - £1,570

Includes BA flights, private transfers, four nights' B&B with one dinner at the Hotel Brunelleschi, Florence, and six nights' B&B at the Villa Roma Imperiale, Forte dei Marmi. "Combine the Brunelleschi with elegant Forte dei Marmi," says Gary Boyer (0800 294 9315; classic-collection.co.uk).

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