Walking & Wine Tasting Trip to Tuscany
Walking and wine tasting
Walking and wine tasting, Italy and its inimitable gastronomy, Tuscany with its enticing hills and hiking trails.
- Gourmet
- Classes
- Solo Travelllers
- Multi Generational
- Friends
- Italy
Location
Asia – Indonesia with 7-day island cruise
Duration
7 Nights
Accommodation
- 4 and 5 Star Hotels
- Cruise Vessel MV Le Leperouse
- Balcony Cabin
Includes
- Scheduled international and domestic flights
- 7 nights B&B
- 7 day all-inclusive boat cruise to Lombok & Flores
Benefits
- All visas
- Activities and excursions as detailed
- Free wifi
- In country transfers
- 24 hour support while you travel
Travel Dates
January 24, 2024 - February 7, 2024
Departing From
London Heathrow
Prices From
£1500pp based on 2 Sharing
It makes for a heady mix of beauty really on this week long holiday that takes in urban greats such as Siena and Florence. Mixed with more rural classics too, such as the medieval market town of Greve in Chianti, or the ancient stone village of Montefioralle, with views over Tuscan splendour all around, including cedar and olive groves that have just lined your morning’s walking trail.
Chianti is, of course, a recurring theme on this trip, with a visit to the Tuscan Wine School in Siena, or taking a walk around Fonterutoli where the castle estate is famous for its Chianti vineyards. Another day of walking up to the medieval, hilltop and walled town of San Gimignano is toasted with a wine tasting at nearby Villa Il Palagetto, most famous home to Vernaccia grapes.
Typical Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Florence
Arrive in Florence and check into your hotel. Spend the evening exploring the city, visiting landmarks such as the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio.
Day 2
Full-Day Chianti Wine Tour
Embark on a full-day guided tour through the Chianti region. Visit several wineries, enjoy tastings, and learn about the history of the region's wines. Have lunch at a local trattoria, featuring traditional Tuscan cuisine.
Days 3 - 4
Montalcino and Montepulciano
Spend two days exploring the picturesque towns of Montalcino and Montepulciano. Visit vineyards producing the famous Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wines, enjoy tastings, and learn about the unique characteristics of these wines. Don't forget to explore the charming medieval town centers of both Montalcino and Montepulciano.
Day 5
Vernaccia Wine Tasting and Medieval Town Exploration
Visit San Gimignano, known for its stunning medieval towers and Vernaccia white wine. Enjoy a guided tour of a local winery, followed by a wine tasting. Spend the afternoon exploring the town's well-preserved medieval center, with its narrow streets and beautiful squares.
Day 6
Super Tuscan Wine Tasting
Discover the world of Super Tuscan wines in the Bolgheri region. Visit prestigious wineries producing highly acclaimed wines such as Ornellaia and Sassicaia. Enjoy guided tastings and learn about the history and production of these innovative wines.
Day 7
Lucca and Pisa Sightseeing
Take a break from wine tasting to visit the historic towns of Lucca and Pisa. Explore Lucca's charming old town, surrounded by impressive Renaissance walls, and see Pisa's famous Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli.
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