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BRUNELLO TOUR
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Brunello, presently considered
the best wine in the world, has its ancestral roots in the passion
of the inhabitants of Montalcino and in the ancient winemaking
tradition, handed down from one generation to the next. The town of
Montalcino, sanctuary of this wine produced from Sangiovese grapes,
stands on a charming hill that will let you relish its natural
wholesomeness. The town, its century-old fortress, and the best
wineries reviewed on specialized magazines are the main destination
of our outing. Great skill in the cellar, which includes a long
maturation in casks made from valuable wood, make Brunello, holder
of the title of “Italian ambassador in the world of our winemaking
reality”, the most highly regarded wine in the world. You will have
the opportunity to taste prestigious wines in the best wineries on
the territory and to discover Montalcino, the beautiful Abbey of St.
Antimo and the wonderful surrounding area.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Shuttle service from your accommodation and back. Private minivan
with all comforts for a maximum of 8 people. Expert bilingual guide
(Italian-English). Wine tasting at two renowned Montalcino wineries
reviewed on the best specialised magazines, such as Wine Spectator
and Decanter. Guided tour of Montalcino and its stronghold and short
break to shop for typical products and local crafts. Visit to the
Abbey of St. Antimo, renowned for its celebrated Gregorian Chants.
Tasting of bruschette and typical Tuscan cold cuts and cheese.
Possibility of buying wine at favorable prices at the wineries
visited during the tour (shipped almost everywhere in the world)
DETAILS
Days: Wednesday and Friday
Departure: From Siena: 2:00 pm - From S. Gimignano: 1.00 pm
Duration of the tour: 6 hours
From 1st November to 15th March, departure is brought forward by 1
hour.
$109pp from
Siena / $129.00pp from San Gimignano
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HORSEBACK RIDING
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Travel on horseback leads to a
deep understanding of our land and people. Don’t miss the
opportunity to be a horseman for a day! Enjoy the open air of the
Tuscan countryside. No experience is necessary. Riding on horseback
is ideal for trips across the Tuscan woods and hills. Let our guide
take you on a search for beautiful little churches, deserted
monasteries and castle ruins. The trails are often the same ones
ancient pilgrims covered in the Middle Ages along Via Francigena.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Round trip transportation from your accommodation, private air
conditioned Minivan for max. 8 people, horse and professional guide
and helmet.
DETAILS
Days: Every Day (2 hour trip)
Estimated departure time: 10 am every morning; 2 pm from November to
March; 4 pm from April to October
$129.00 per person
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SAN GIMIGNANO TOUR
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The tower houses of San
Gimignano stand on a hill of the Val d’Elsa area, located north-west
of Siena.
Symbols of the power and wealth of the town’s inhabitants, the 72
imposing structures, 14 of which have reached us intact, won San
Gimignano its epithet “the town of a thousand towers”. Owing to the
development of commercial trade on the Via Francigena, travelled
during the Middle Ages by thousands of pilgrims heading towards
Rome, San Gimignano has undergone an economic and cultural rebirth
through the revival of its agriculture and its artisan crafts. The
artistic and cultural treasures of San Gimignano intertwine with the
secrets of local food and wine products in a potpourri of scents and
flavors. Our expert tour leaders will give you the opportunity to
relish this sensory experience through a unique itinerary.This
matchless experience will let you appreciate the special beauty of
the ceramics of Santa Fina and of local handicrafts. We will lead you
to the discovery of the ancient traditions from which originates the
celebrated Vernaccia, the only Tuscan white wine that can boast the
D.O.C.G. designation, that you will taste in one of the best
wineries of the area along with a selection of typical wines.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Shuttle service from your accommodation and back. Private minivan
with all comforts for a maximum of 8 people. Expert bilingual guide
(Italian-English). One hour guided tour of San Gimignano. Wine
tasting at a renowned winery. Light lunch included in the price:
sliced salami, cheese and bruschette. Possibility of buying wine at
favorable prices at the winery visited during the tour (shipped
almost everywhere in the world).
DETAILS
Days: everyday
Departure: 8:30 a.m. from your accommodation in Siena.
Duration of the tour: 5 hours
$95.00 per
person
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COOKING COURSE
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The traditions of Tuscany are
strongly linked to its flavors and cuisine. We offer our guests
personalized cooking classes in the Tuscan style, to help them
discover our roots and culture in a fun and original way. Learn about
the secrets of our cooking, the basic ingredients of our tradition,
and the magical way in which we combine them. From bruschetta to
homemade pici to the myriad of crostini, you will bring home a bit
of “Tuscanness” to your dinner table. Fall in love with Tuscany
through its food.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Round trip transportation from your accommodation. Certified
multilingual chef. Dinner based on what cooked during the class.
DETAILS
Days: Tuesday and Thursday
Departure: From Siena: 5:00 pm - From S. Gimignano: 4.00 pm
Duration of the tour: 4 hours
$185pp from
Siena / $199.00pp from San Gimignano
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PIENZA & MONTEPULCIANO GRAND TOUR
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Pienza and
Montepulciano, two jewels in the Val d’Orcia in terms of artistic
value and landscape, welcome every year thousands of visitors who
wish to discover their innumerable attractions. Born of the will of
the Pontiff from whom it draws its name, Pope Pius II, Pienza is a
rare example of beauty, harmony and architectural perfection. The
numerous, small roads bear romantic names like Via del Bacio and Via
dell’Amore (i.e., Road of the Kiss, Road of Love), and most look out
upon breathtaking landscapes. The squares and historical buildings
are the keepers of the secrets of Rossellino’s art and of traces of
noble papal power. The artistic and natural heritage goes hand in
hand with taste, smell and flavour. The typical Pecorino cheese is
deeply rooted in local tradition. You could have some at lunch at
one of the town’s trattorias”, where you will enjoy classic dishes
of the Tuscan culinary tradition. In the afternoon, always leaded by
one of our expert and witty tour leaders, you will set out for
Montepulciano, a town perched on a narrow ridge of limestone and
surrounded by mighty town walls. The grandeur of its Renaissance
buildings and the elegant beauty of its churches intertwine with the
ancient oenological tradition of the “Nobile di Montepulciano”,
which symbolizes the town’s art of wine making
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Trip on a private bus with 24 seats, amplified audio system, air
conditioned and all comforts, expert Italian-English bilingual tour
leader Guided tour of Pienza and Montepulciano and a lunch at a
typical local “trattoria”
DETAILS
Days: Sunday
Meeting point: In Siena: 09.40 a.m. at Piazza San Domenico - In San
Gimignano: 9.00 a.m. at Porta San Giovanni or from your
accommodation
Duration of the tour: whole day
$95.00 per person
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CHIANTI GRAND TOUR
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The beautiful ruby-red color
and the characteristic bouquet with scents of violet are the special
features that reveal the identity of one of the most famous wines in
the world: Chianti. This wine results from the wise blend of
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, and
originates from the hilly area from which it draws its name. Our
expert and witty tour leaders will lead you to the discovery of the
breathtaking, uncontaminated landscapes that have been cradling the
Chianti vineyards for centuries, presenting you a harmony of colors
that can only be found in the hills of this region. The sounds,
scents and flavors of this land will capture your senses through a
unique experience that you will live, relish and comprehend by
visiting ancient churches, medieval castles and small villages where
the rhythm of life remains unaltered over time. Together, we will
enjoy exploring these fantastic sceneries and will appreciate their
century old traditions.
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Shuttle service from your accommodation and back, private minivan
with all comforts for a maximum of 8 people, expert bilingual guide
(Italian-English), wine tasting at two renowned wineries in the
Chianti zone reviewed on the best specialized magazines, such as
Wine Spectator and Decanter. During each visit, you will have the
opportunity to follow a detailed description of the different steps
required for the production of wine: your journey through taste will
start from the vineyard, with illustrations of the growth and
development of the vines and will lead to the cellar, where the
product undergoes processing, fermentation and bottling. Guided tour
of the most typical villages, abbeys and castles Tasting of
bruschette and typical Tuscan cold cuts and cheese. Possibility of
buying wine at favorable prices at the wineries visited during the
tour (shipped almost everywhere in the world.
DETAILS
Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure: From Siena: 2:00 pm - From S. Gimignano: 1.00 pm
From 1st November to15th March, departure is brought forward by 1
hour
Duration of the tour: 6 hours
$109pp from
Siena / $129.00pp from San Gimignano
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VOLTERRA TOUR
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From a 550-meter hilltop,
Volterra, a jewel of Etruscan, Roman, Medieval and Renaissance art,
dominates the entire Valdi Cecina down to the sea. Since the
Etruscan period and up to the 19th century, history has left its
mark in Volterra. Here you will admire artistic and monumental
tokens of great importance by simply walking along the streets of
the historical centre. Moreover, you will appreciate an
uncontaminated landscape, a genuine lifestyle and the “unique”
alabaster handicraft. A full immersion in Volterra will let you
discover its atmosphere, its contrasts and the beat of its
civilization and culture which will show you a “unique” and
unrepeatable reality. We will guide you to the discovery of the town
telling you its story and its traditions that have marked this
corner of Tuscany for centuries
THE TOUR INCLUDES
Shuttle service from your accommodation and back, Private minivan
with all comforts for a maximum of 8 people, expert bilingual guide
(Italian-English), Stops at panoramic sites of exclusive beauty,
Guided tour of the town, Visit of the Alabaster workshop and Visit
at the natural geological conformation called “Le Balze”.
DETAILS
Days: Friday
Departure time: 2:00 pm from Siena - 3:00 pm from S. Gimignano
Duration of the tour: 5 hours
$95pp from
Siena / $79.00pp from San Gimignano
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