We have a trip coming up at the end of the month. Starting in Venice then to Bologna then heading to Florence to meet up with extended family.
We'd like to rent a car and see some less travelled sights on the day we're moving Bologna to Florence. It's a Sunday and one-way rental prices are higher so I'm considering two options: 1) pay the upcharge and rent from Bologna and explore stops on our way to Florence, or 2) use the train to get to Florence and rent a car to "day trip" out and back from the station.
It will be a low-key day: explore, walk and wander, take pictures, get food, etc. I really just want to give our group a good feel for some less touristy places. I've mapped two possible routes with stops that seem to match our vibe. I'm looking for feedback and reactions and what I'm sure I'm missing!
Option 1: Drive Bologna > Dozza > Brigshella > Scarperia > Florence
Option 2: Train to Florence > Drive Greve > Montefioralle > Panzano/Radda/Monteriggioni > Florence
Thanks!