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Italian Wines and Culinary Program in Tuscany
A week in Tuscany between charming towns and vineyards
This program is inspired by personalized visits to some of the best vineyards and charming towns of Tuscany. You will see some of Italy’s main highlights in Florence and Siena, but this itinerary is more about the real culture of the region. The love of the land has been passed from generation to generation and the Tuscans are proud to show it to their visitors. This tour delves into Chianti, Brunello, and Montepulciano region, where you will have superlative wines and delicious food tasting along the road.
This will be a great experience to learn more about Tuscany!
7 nights/8 days itinerary
DAY 01: WELCOME TO ITALY!
Upon arrival at Florence’s Airport, you will be picked up by your private driver and taken to your centrally located hotel in Siena. Check-in at the hotel and relax. Siena is one of the most important towns in Tuscany. Your private guide will show you the main “campo”, where the ‘Palio’, the horserace around the main piazza occurs annually as well as delve into the Cathedral and other amazing sites.
Hotel NH Siena or similar
Overnight in Siena.
DAY 02: MONTALCINO
Today, you head to the charming town of Montalcino. This lovely village is home to the famous ‘Brunello di Montalcino’ considered one of the world’s best wines. You will visit a local wine estate for your lunch. During the drive to your hotel in Bagno Vignoni, you will stop at the impressive and well-known medieval Abbey of Sant’Animo, located at 5 miles from the via Francigena, the pilgrim route to Rome.
Hotel Le Terme or similar
Overnight in Bagno Vignoni
DAY 03: MONTEPULCIANO
Your drive will be to the charming town of Pienza. You will walk along the narrow street of this cozy town well-known for the famous for its Pecorino cheese, The journey continues with a guided tour of a local animal farm, you will see with your own eyes what it means to live a peasant life today in the Orcia Valley. The tour continues to Montepulciano for a stroll along its streets.
Borgo 3 Rose or similar
Overnight in Montepulciano
DAY 04: CORTONA
Today you join a program that takes you on a fun 4-hours cooking class with a famous local chef. Also, your hosts will show you the vineyards and the cellars where they produce the Montepulciano wine, and you will be delighted in a wine tasting! After saying goodbye to your friends, you will drive to another charming town well-known for the movie “Under the Tuscan Sun” ...that is right! Cortona!
Overnight in Montepulciano
Borgo 3 Rose or similar
DAY 05: SAN GIMINIANO
Today you will visit the Chianti region. The first stop will be at the medieval fortress hamlet of Monteriggioni. Your drive continues to San Giminiano, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This day is dedicated to one of Tuscany's appreciated wines in the world, the Chianti. Afterward, you continue your journey to Impruneta, a charming town well-known for its terracotta art. It is now time for our tour of Terracotta Kiln.
Overnight in Florence
Hotel Roma or similar
DAY 06: FLORENCE
A private walking tour will take you in heart of Florence to discover its different aspects of this Renaissance city. From the Lucky Porcellino fountain as far as the Signoria Palace to the Ponte Vecchio with its jewelry shops, you will be amazed by this lovely city. You will explore the Duomo complex featuring the gates of Paradise, the church of Dante’s family. A food taste is also included in the tour. No need for lunch!
Overnight in Florence
Hotel Roma or similar
DAY 07: FLORENCE
Lunch will be served in one of the most ancient olive oil estates in Tuscany. The family has been making olive oil since the Renaissance. Learn about the process of making olive oil and tasting different olive oils. Going back to Florence, there will be a visit to a leather factory.
Overnight in Florence
Hotel Roma or similar
DAY 08: ARRIVEDERCI TOSCANA!
With a lot of sadness, your driver will take you to the Florence airport for your flight back home.
We hope you really enjoyed your trip with us and we hope to have you back soon with another adventure!
Overnight in Florence
Hotel Roma or similar
PRE-TRIP and POST-TRIP
The services in this trip can be modified according to your needs. You can add more days and visit other splendid cities in Italy and in Europe.
Overnight in Florence
Hotel Roma or similar
NOT INCLUDED
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International flights
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Transfer from and to other airports in Italy.
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Travel Insurance.
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Visa and other travel documents.
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Dinners.
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Tips to drivers and guides
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City tax compulsory to pay at the hotels
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Anything not mentioned in 'Included'
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
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7 nights in hotels and Tuscany resort on a 4-star basis as per itinerary with breakfasts.
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5 lunches.
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All transportation around Tuscany as per itinerary.
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Transfer from and to Florence airport.
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Driver/guide from the 2nd day to the 6th day.
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Guided tour in Siena and Florence.
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Wine, olive oil, food tastings as per itinerary.
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Cooking class.
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Visit a local farm.
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Visit a terracotta and leather shop.
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24/7 assistance
PRICE STARTING FROM
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$5,650.00* per person in double accommodations (based on 2 people traveling together)
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$3,800.00* per person in double accommodations (based on 4 people traveling together)
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Single room on request
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Other types of accommodation on request
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*AIRFARE NOT INCLUDED