Tour Of Montalbano

A journey through the incredible landscapes of Commissario Montalbano's television series. Join us and discover Vigata, the police station and the house in Marinella. Have lunch at famous "Enzo a mare" restaurant (not included) and experience the real taste of Southern Sicily.

Excursion to discover the most beautiful baroque cities of Eastern Sicily, declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will visit Ragusa Ibla, with its alleyways and beautiful churches; Modica, famous around the world for chocolate prepared according to an ancient Aztec recipe; During the visit there will be a sweet break in a famous workshop, where the chocolate is still prepared according to the original recipe, imported from the Spanish people in 1500. Tour in the workshop and then tasting of the famous chocolate of Modica.

Tour of the area where the fiction “Inspector Montalbano” is set. Are you ready to discover Vigata, Marinella and Montelusa? Do you want to walk in the same streets where Montalbano investigates? With our tour you will have a film holiday! With our tour you can visit Montalbano Sicily and discover the history and culture of Ragusa, Scicli, Modica, Punta Secca, Donnalucata and the Donnafugata Castle. We will accompany you among the most famous monuments, among splendid churches and baroque palaces, we will cross the Iblea countryside and arrive at the sea. We will be able to advise you on the tastiest typical specialties and experiences to live: it will be an unforgettable journey!

Tuscany…what else? Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside and leave the confusion of the city. Spend half a day in the most famous wine region in the world (Chianti), tasting 5 of the best tuscan wines and visit the medieval village of San Gimignano, known worldwide for its tall towers. Be guided through the verdant landscape of the "Sweet Hills of Chianti" on a private tour, tasting Chianti Classico wine and other famous Tuscan wines, such as "Super Tuscan" and "Vernaccia", at a family-run winery. Learn basic winemaking techniques and discover the legend of the "Black Rooster" (symbol of Chianti). Afterwards we will visit the famous village of San Gimignano, a medieval open-air museum, where the population still lives in the beautiful towers. You will be fascinated by the medieval streets with traditional shops and fine craftsmanship. We organize 2 daily departures. You can choose to take the tour that starts at 8:30 am or the afternoon tour that starts at 3:00 pm

A tour to discover the places of Montalbano: the charm of a province, rich in resources and beauties, of the splendid new and ancient Ragusa and of nearby Modica.

Our private Brunello di Montalcino wine tour from Florence will take you to a wine area in Tuscany, famous for Italy's top red wines! Spend a full day visiting 3 boutique wineries and tasting their wines. Get the best of Montalcino wine and cuisine! Discover the unparalleled charm and exquisite flavors of Tuscany with our exclusive Brunello di Montalcino wine tour. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the rolling hills and historic vineyards of Montalcino, where the world-renowned Brunello wine is crafted with passion and precision, with a local type of Sangiovese grape, referred to as Brunello or Sangiovese Grosso, possessing Italy’s highest DOCG classification. Book your exclusive Brunello di Montalcino wine tour today! Embark on a journey that will delight your senses and enrich your appreciation for fine wine. Our Brunello di Montalcino wine tour promises an exceptional experience, combining luxury, education, and the beauty of Tuscany.

TOUR OF MONTALBANO: Visit through the places of the famous commissioner Montalbano, which represents the Sicilian doc, is an unmissable opportunity to recreate the atmosphere of the film, discover hidden corners of the extreme south and to savor the tastes, ways of life and the Sicilian traditions. (Punta punta home of Montalbano, Scicli, Ragusa Ibla, and Modica Barocca, finally tasting of Montalbano arancini)

Visit the most beautiful towns in Noto Valley ( all of them declared Unesco Heritage) to find out places and food, beautiful Baroque style Churches and noble Palaces . Most of the locations you will visit have been choosen as set of films and TV Series like Commissioner Montalbano. You will visit the Ibla district, the historic center of Ragusa, Modica, famous also for its well know Chocolate and Scicli. They are the so-called baroque triangle. Chocolate tasting in Modica and light lunch included!

Pickup at your hotel or apartment; 7+1 seat limousine van Start from Milan (around h 7:30 am), Como (around h 8 am) or any other town on the route If you are staying in Bellagio you will take the h 8:40 am ferry to Varenna or Menaggio. Drive to Tirano (about 2 hours) along Valtellina valley: vineyards, apples cultivations, castles, churches and food specialties. On request in the morning visit to a winery (no wine tasting) or a castle. In Tirano you take the panoramic Red Train of Bernina (Bernina Express) Breath-taking journey in the Alps. Guided visit of Sankt Moritz. The Guide (born in Switzerland) will give you many information about Swiss history and traditions. Lunch on your own. Extra costs: train tickets (about Euro 30 per person, will be bought at Tirano Station). DO NOT BOOK THEM in advance ! FREE TICKETS if tour shared with another small group. Make sure you have your passports valid for border control. Comfortable clothes and shoes according to weather forecast.

RAGUSA Ibla/MODICA: Free visit of Ragusa Ibla, the oldest part of the city, where most of the Baroque churches and buildings are concentrated. You will visit the Portal of St.Giorgio, the Hyblean Garden, the church of S. Giuseppe, Palazzo Arezzo, the Circle of Conversation and the Splendid Cathedral of San Giorgio. Continue to Modica, the ancient capital of the county of the same name. Starting from the scenic Cathedral of San Giorgio, located in the upper part of the town, through picturesque alleys and steps you will reach Modica Bassa to visit the baroque church of San Pietro, Palazzo Tedeschi, the Garibaldi theater. Tasting of Modica chocolate.

Best way to visit the area. Don't waste your time spending all day on a boat or squeezed on a crowdy public ferry ! Discover and experience much more with a guided tour with a certified local Driver Guide. Many stops along the route will give you a real sense of our territory, tradition, history, architecture, wine&food specialties etc. Tour on 7+1 private limousine van + car-ferry boat to cross the lake to Bellagio.

Our cars are registered for public use, equipped with the required municipal authorizations and have free access to limited traffic areas and preferential lanes in all cities. Free bottled water wi fi. Our drivers are equipped with the qualifications required for driving public service vehicles. Guided tours of the itineraries are available on request. NB. THE LISTED EXCURSIONS INCLUDE A / R TRANSFER ONLY.

Book your PRIVATE Wine and Food tasting guided tour. Avoid large groups. Be accompanied by a professional Driver Guide and experts in the winery. Enjoy the territory making several stops along the itinerary, knowing more about history, art, architecture, local traditions. Visit one or more wineries, meet the experts and taste the best local wines together with local cheeses, bresaola, hams, bread. Cost for the tasting: Euro 25-45, depending on the number of glasses.

Imagine sipping world-renowned Chianti wines in an enchanting medieval castle, surrounded by the picturesque hills of Tuscany. This dream can become a reality with a private Chianti wine tasting tour at castle wineries. Experience an intimate, luxurious journey through the heart of Italy’s most famous wine region. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or simply curious to learn more, this exclusive tour promises an unforgettable immersion in history, culture, and, of course, exceptional wines. Follow your dream with us! Let the castles in Tuscany enchant you with their historic legacy and the array of top class-wines. Have you ever dreamt of traveling back to the era of nobles and kings? Let us be your portal to the past, transporting you to three of the most ancient and emblematic castles in the heart of Chianti Classico. Be part of a story of knights and dames, where, in times of peace or war, wine was essential—crafted to raise the spirits or toast to better days.

We are Italian local guides, born in Florence and you will have a unique Tuscany experience, this is a perfect day to relax after enjoying the countryside and to celebrate family moments. We have licensed vans to enter in all traffic limited area and we are drivers and licensed guides and you will be guided while driving and walking.

Starting out from Montalbano we’ll cycle on secondary roads with law traffic to reach three different kinds of masserias, each one with different architecture, type, traditional activities and current economic vocation. Tour continuos slowly on small roads lined by stone with drystone walls, rarely visited cattle track and unique landscapes. At the end of the tour we'll go in an olive oil plant to enjoy an olive oil tasting accompain on vegetable products and traditional snack.

You will start the tour from Syracuse and head towards Ragusa Ibla. Once in the heart of the Ragusan town, you will visit the places that served as the backdrop for the fiction, such as: the Giardino Ibleo, the square of Vigata and the characteristic Cathedral of San Giorgio. Leaving Ragusa Ibla, immersed in a vast expanse full of carob and olive trees, you will see the Castle of Donnafugata: from its terrace you will enjoy a breathtaking view and the different scenes from the fiction can only resurface in your mind. Once in Punta Secca, you will admire Montalbano's house, after a walk along the seafront, you will also have some free time to taste the typical products of this area. Before returning to Syracuse, Scicli will be waiting for you, a real jewel of Sicilian Baroque art. Between the visit to the Palazzo del Municipio (the room of the Quaestor of Montelusa) and the one to Palazzo Iacono (the Police Headquarters of Montelusa) you cannot help but imagine yourself inside the fiction.

09,30 pick up in hotel and drop off at  01,30 pm. From you residence in Eastern Sicily. In the tour to visit scenes of the set of "Inspector Montalbano", the are mainly concentrated in Ragusa (Vigata), the area of a moving beauty, that the shots Sironi have been able to exploit and make it ideal for the stories and the characters. Scicli, here we can visit the Montelusa police office. Afterwards we will visit the seaside house of Inspector Montalbano, with its balcon up the beach. Marinella is a name invented, but the one seen in fiction is PUNTA SECCA. We will also visit Modica and here we offer you a tasting of Modica chocolate.It is very important for us to have the details of your pick up and meeting with our driver. You must tell us where we will pick up: what name your hotel has; what address does your hotel or your b & b have and in which city; It is very important for us to have a info of your pick up details, city name, your hotel and address where our driver will meet you.

Embark on a tailor-made journey that seamlessly intertwines the rich charm of medieval cellars, the gastronomic treasures of Tuscan cuisine, and the timeless beauty of the picturesque villages of Val d'Orcia. • Immerse yourself in the art of winemaking with a guided tour of the underground cellars of Montepulciano, where Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is crafted. Enjoy a culinary feast in the cellar itself, featuring the famous Pici pasta and Tuscan cured meats. • Drive through the medieval charm of Pienza, renowned as the city of Pecorino cheese. • Conclude your journey in Montalcino, where a historic Brunello-producing estate invites you to partake in an elevated wine-tasting experience. Discover the legacy of generations dedicated to crafting the illustrious Brunello wine. Savor six distinct wine tastings as this prestigious winery unveils the essence of its heritage. The most beautiful and genuine Tuscany is waiting for you!

On this private tour you will spend a wonderful day. You will be brought into the famous TV series of Commissioner Montalbano. We will cross the east coast and go to see the fantastic Sicilian late Baroque. You will visit the city of Ragusa Ibla, the main location of the TV set which, thanks to the baroque wonders and the historic center of Ragusa, has been included by UNESCO among the world heritage sites. Visit of Punta Secca (Marinella in the TV series) where the famous house of Commissioner Montalbano is located. Move in the direction of Scicli where the Vigata police station where Montalbano works is located. Last but not least is Modica, another glorious Baroque city and a UNESCO heritage site. Visit to the Church of San Giorgio and the beautiful facade of Palazzo Polara which appear in the TV series of Montalbano. There will also be a typical Modica chocolate tasting.