From Florence: Private Half-Day Chianti Tour & Wine Tasting
ID: GYG11491-11491
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
In the heart of Tuscany lies Chianti, a region of rolling hills, beautiful olive groves, vineyards and grand villas. Tour Chianti by private car and enjoy the experience to its fullest with a tasting of prestigious Chianti wines.
In the heart of Tuscany lies Chianti, a region of rolling hills and countryside that are unmatched in their beauty. Take part in a private tour of Chianti, which is made complete with a wine tasting that takes place in the cellars of a renowned winery.
Adding to the luxurious nature of this tour and tasting, you determine when you want your tour to begin. When you are ready to depart your own private vehicle will come to your centrally-located Florence hotel. The car and your English-speaking driver are at your disposal for up to 4 hours.
You will begin your experience with a drive through the Tuscan countryside to Chianti. En route you will see wooded areas, vineyards and olive groves, before a stop in a typical Medieval Chianti village. Make sure you bring a camera as the views are panoramic and unforgettable. Romanesque churches, charming farmhouses and villas and castles of rare beauty dot the landscape.
Your wine tasting will take place in a historic wine estate and will focus on the famous and prestigious Chianti wines. You will learn about how Chianti was first made in the 13th-century as a white wine. Your tasting will also include some typically Tuscan snacks.
A private car, tasting Chianti wine in a castle and touring the Tuscan countryside; does life get any better than this?
Highlights
- Take a private tour of Chianti, the jewel of Tuscany, including a tasting of Chianti wines in a historical wine estate
- Enjoy the panoramic views of the vineyards and olive groves, as well as Romanesque churches, charming farmhouses and impressive villas
- Taste an authentically Tuscan snack, included with your wine tasting
- Benefit from pick-up and drop off at hotels located in central Florence
- Enjoy transportation in a private car
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
All participants must also bring a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g. passport, driver's license, etc)
Pickup available at your centrally located Florence accommodation, at either 9:00 AM or 2:45 PM.
INCLUDED
- Pick-up and drop-off from hotels located in central Florence
- English speaking driver
- Private vehicle at your disposal for a maximum of 4 hours
- Historical Chianti winery visit with wine tasting of five fine wines accompanied by local snacks
NOT INCLUDED
- Gratuities
- Additional food and beverages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
