From Florence: Tuscany Wine & Oil Tour with typical Tuscan Meal
Description
Discover Tuscany’s wine paradise on a tour from Florence, crafted by Towns of Italy. Travel in a luxury Mercedes minivan through the Chianti Classico region, where vineyards, olive trees, and medieval villages shape a timeless landscape.Visit three award-winning wineries, taste Chianti and Chianti Classico wines, explore cellars, walk through vineyards, and enjoy a gourmet 3-course Tuscan lunch at a boutique estate. Learn the secrets of olive oil at a historic property and explore a charming Medieval village. Become a sommelier for a day as you learn to evaluate wine like a pro, surrounded by breathtaking views of castles and hills. Upgrade to a semi-private version (max 8 guests), led by a certified wine expert, with premium tastings, in-depth cellar visits, and a special focus on bold, elegant Supertuscan wines.
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Your day begins in Florence, where you’ll be greeted by your expert guide. Settle into a premium Mercedes minibus for a scenic drive into the heart of Tuscany. As the city fades into rolling hills, your guide will set the stage, introducing you to the heritage of Chianti Classico—the perfect prelude to a day of sensory discovery.
Your first destination is a historic noble estate, framed by silver-leafed olive groves and towering cypresses. Step inside a masterfully preserved mill where centuries-old traditions meet modern precision. You’ll trace the journey of extra virgin olive oil from the branch to the press, followed by a professional tasting session. Learn to distinguish the nuances of terroir, texture, and aroma, and master the art of pairing oil with food like a true Tuscan.
Continue to an exclusive boutique winery in the Chianti Classico heartland. Wander through sun-drenched vineyards and cool, historic cellars as your sommelier reveals the alchemy behind blending Sangiovese and Canaiolo. Enjoy a curated flight of selected vintages, learning to decode the structure, acidity, and aromatic finish of these world-class wines while overlooking the iconic countryside.
No journey through Chianti is complete without a stop in one of its timeless villages. Enjoy free time to wander the cobblestone streets of an iconic Tuscan village, explore and soak in its atmosphere. Your guide will share local stories that bring the region’s history to life.
The journey culminates at a scenic second estate for a 3-course gourmet lunch. Savor authentic regional dishes crafted from seasonal, local ingredients, each perfectly paired with estate wines. In an intimate, rustic setting, your sommelier will demonstrate how the high acidity and tannins of Chianti wines elegantly elevate the flavors of traditional Tuscan cuisine.
As the afternoon sun casts long shadows over the vineyards, relax on your return journey to Florence. This is the perfect time to reflect on the day’s discoveries, soak in the final views of medieval castles, and ask your guide any remaining questions. You’ll return with more than just photos, perhaps even a few prized bottles for your own cellar.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Customers who have not reached Italy's legal drinking age of 18 will not be served alcohol RAIN POLICY
- The tour takes place rain or shine
- No-shows will not be refunded
Reviews(854)
Great tour, would definitely recommend to anyone who enjoys wine
This was a fantastic tour! Even on the hottest day of the year in Florence, we had such a fun and enlightening experience at three diverse wineries, with a couple of sightseeing stops along the way. I know so much more about how to appreciate wine, tasted some great olive oil, and the lunch was tasty. It was also great to go with a group and enjoy the day with people from around the world. And the tour guides, Grace and Peter, were excellent. Divertiti!
This was a LOVELY time. Worth every penny (or currency from your country). Our drivers Grace and Peter were so kind and knowledgable. Martina at our second vineyard was particularly passionate, and Eleanora was a sweetheart. Don’t hesitate to book. It made my friend and my trip that much more memorable even on a 95 degree summer day.
Very nice experience. The Guide was so nice and helpful. The winerys were so beautiful and welcoming. Alot of good wines and nice people.
Very enjoyable day. Our guide was wonderful and the visits were interesting and fun.
Our winery tour was one of the highlights of our honeymoon, and our guide made it even more special. She was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire day fun and stress-free. We learned so much while visiting beautiful wineries, and her recommendations and insights made the experience unforgettable. Highly recommend!
Our guide was super friendly and made the tour great!! All the wineries were beautiful and overall I had a great experience!
This was an absolute A+++ experience! We had a tougher group to accommodate (a family of 4 adults, one senior and one toddler, which they were able to provide a car seat in the van and high chairs at all the wineries for) and were a little nervous about how it all would work out, but Towns of Italy made sure everything was taken care of and provided the most memorable experience for our family. We had such a nice selection of different wineries and each one was better than the last. They even added in a couple of bonus stops that they just wanted to make sure we saw while we were in Florence. So thoughtful. The transportation was luxurious annd comfortable. And most importantly, our guide Peter was phenomenal and we feel so lucky to have had him!! He was ao knowledgeable and kind and helpful. Thank you all so much! HIGHLY recommend!!
Francesca was absolutely wonderful! She was kind and knowledgeable! Thank you for a special trip.
Overall we really enjoyed the tour. The second stop at Luiano was not the group favourite and felt a little long and the last stop felt a little rushed. Having a bit less time at the second stop and a bit more at the last stop would be really nice. Especially with the last vineyard having such rich history and the experience at the last spot was the best of the three but felt the most rushed.
