Why choose this Florence tour ?
Discover the real essence of the Tuscan countryside, driving through amazing postcard views; departing from Florence, in a small group, that means top comfort and quality, you will see Greve in Chianti, you will have a guided visit to 3 of the best wine estate, you will enjoy a genuine Tuscan light lunch, and you will taste and compare different wines, olive oil and other typical products. This unique experience will finish with your trip back to Florence in the afternoon.
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What makes Essence of Chianti Small Group Tour with Lunch and Tastings from Florence a unique experience ?
After having meet your guide and your travel companions in Florence depart in the direction of the Tuscan wine country. During the ride your guide will explain the schedule of your day.
After a 45 minutes ride, you will stop to Riseccoli, an organic and family owned, hilltop winery; the estate is the expression of the quintessential beauty of Tuscany; rolling hills planted with vines and olive trees, Mediterranean forests and farmhouses scattered against an idyllic backdrop. Here after the visit you will taste a selection of their wines and olive oil.
After a panoramic ride through the Tuscan wine country, you will reach Greve in Chianti, (a typical village of the Chianti Classico countryside) and the birthplace of the famous Tuscan explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, the Tuscan who discovered the New York Harbor; here you will spend approx. 30/45 minutes to admire the Piazza Matteotti, a gently sloping square which is the hub of life in Greve, and have a look at the many local shops and wine stores, including the famous butcher shop Falorni, etc.
Leave Greve in Chianti, and after a 30 minutes ride through the most famous Tuscan wine road, (rolling hills, huge vineyards, olive trees, etc.? arrive at the second winery
Your experience at the second winery will start with an introduction about the history of the estate, with the explanations about the wine making process, and all the secrets to produce the Chianti red wine and the Tuscan olive oil, famous all over the world. After the visit, take a seat to enjoy a typical Tuscan light lunch paired with different wines (Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans, etc.) and the olive oil, one of the most important ingredients of the italian cooking.
The last stop is at Villa Poggio Torselli, a family-owned historical Villa/Winery, where you will have the chance to admire the views over Florence and one of the most beautiful Italian garden in the area (weather permitting). Taste their genuine products, made with the deepest respect for the cultivation traditions of the territory, with almost the totality of the plants being represented by indigenous varietals, particularly Sangiovese. The third stop represent the perfect way to conclude your wine and food experience and complete your overview about the Tuscan wines by comparing the products and the philosophy of 3 different wine makers of the area.
Your day will end with a relaxing 45 minutes drive back to the departure point in Florence
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option available on request
- Due to uneven surfaces, and a few stairs to access wine cellars, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- In case the mentioned wineries are not available, we will choose estates in the same area and with the same level/quality.
- Return at departure point: approx. 5:00pm. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
- Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
- Itinerary and/or visited wineries may change, based on their availability
- Minimum age to join the tour is 12 years old; infants are not allowed
- 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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Included with Your Ticket
- Professional and informative English speaking driver/guide to lead you through the experience
- Guided visit to 3 wineries, tasting of great wines, olive oil and more
- Quick stop to see Greve in Chianti, the most representative Village of the Chianti Classico area
- Small group tour: no crowds and more personalized experience
- Transportation by air-conditioned and fully equipped vehicle
- Typical Tuscan lunch: assorted cold cuts, cured ham, salami, cheeses, bruschetta, pasta (usually handmade pasta), and dessert.
- Free wi-fi on board
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Prestige Rent.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 896 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
CHECK-IN TIME
You must check-in at 8:45am.
Late arrivals are considered as a no-show (NO REFUND)
IMPORTANT!!
We cannot hold the tour for late arrivals because it would be disrespectful to other guests arrived on time. If you show up late or cannot find the meeting point, for any reason, refunds will not be issued. Keep also in mind, it is not logistically possible to join the group after it has started. Arrive at the right check-in time, or a few minutes earlier, is the best way to be relaxed, enjoy your experience from the beginning, maintaining the good mood of the group.
HOW TO GET THERE:
By walk from the Florence SMN Train Station:
– From Piazza della Stazione (Stazione Square), leave the Train Station on your left, and walk towards Via Valfonda (Valfonda street), keeping the tram rails on your right.
– At the end of Via Valfonda, go to the traffic light on your left and across the street in front of you (Viale Filippo Strozzi), turn left, and walk till the end of the fortress red-brick wall (on your right), then turn right and go straight for approx. 100 meters (110 yards).
– There is a parking lot in front of you; the meeting point is on the left side of the street, (opposite to the parking lot), at the bottom of the highest red-brick building, exactly where the PRESTIGE RENT red flag is.
By taxi: reserve it in advance, and ask the driver to bring you directly to Piazzale Montelungo (NOT PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO)
HOW TO RECOGNIZE YOUR TOUR
Look for a red flag or the checkin table, with the PRESTIGE RENT logo;
IMPORTANT: In order to avoid confusion, even if you booked through Viator or TripAdvisor, tell the staff at the checkin, you are with PRESTIGE RENT, the operator that arranges the booked tour.
GOOGLE MAP
If you use Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/u9epigBugs1WLxVP8
don’t forget to set the by walk option, and do not follow the itinerary passing inside the Train Station, along the last platform, because it is actually closed at the exit!!
