Florence to Tuscan Countryside Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour

Florence 4 hours 45 minutes

Meet just steps from the central Santa Maria Novella train station to board the air-conditioned coach and settle in for a scenic drive from Florence through the Tuscan countryside. Stop at a winery in the Chianti Classico hills for a tour of the vineyard, production areas, and barrel room before relaxing over a tasting of three wines and local olive oil. After free time to make purchases (optional; own expense), board the bus for the short drive to the second Chianti Classico winery to visit the estate and compare production methods. Cap off your tour with a wine tasting of three different labels paired with Tuscan olive oil, cheese, cold cuts, and other local specialties. Opt to browse the winery shop to select gourmet souvenirs to take home before the bus transfer back to the departure point.

• 4-hour wine tasting tour in the Tuscan countryside, from Florence
• Set out along hillside roads through Tuscany, passing among olive groves and vineyards as you go
• Guided visit of two different Chianti wineries
• Enjoy the personalized attention of a small-group size

Guided visit to 2 different wine estate
Tasting of 3 wines and olive oil at the first winery
Tasting of 3 wines and olive oil at the second winery paired with local Tuscan specialties (cheese, salami, cured ham and bruschetta)
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with free wi-fi on board
Professional and informative English-speaking driver/guide to lead you through the experience
Small-group tour (max. group size 25 people)

Exclusions

Lunch
Gratuities
Hotel pickup/drop-off

Additional Information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Minimum age to join the tour is 12 years old; infants are not allowed
• Drinking age is 18 years old
• Due to a few stairs to access wine cellars, this tour is not accessible for those using a wheelchair
• Vegetarian & gluteen free, can be accommodated, please advise at time of booking under special requirements.
• Wines tasted: reds typical of the Chianti region ( normally Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans, Gran Selezione, etc.).
• Operates rain or shine, please dress appropriately
• Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
• Return at departure point: 1:45pm for the 9.00am tour - 7:00pm for the 2:30pm tour. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
• Visited wineries may vary depending on their availability, etc.; they may be 2 of the following Fattoria Montecchio, Casa Emma, San Michele a Torri, Villa Poggio Torselli, Podere Anselmo, Casa di Monte, Tenuta Capponi, Villa i Langi, Tenuta San Vito, etc.
• For cruise ship passengers only: if your ship docks at Livorno or La Spezia Port, be advised that the driving time to the meeting point in Florence is approx. 2 hours. Before booking, be sure your ship schedule works with our departure times, and you have your own transportation arranged from the port to Florence and back.

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A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

Guide Languages

• English

Florence to Tuscan Countryside Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour

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