PRIVATE EXCURSION: Florence & Chianti with Wine Tasting Experience from Livorno
Description
Embark on a captivating journey through Chianti and Florence, immersing yourself in Renaissance splendor while savoring the finest Chianti wines. Commence your adventure with seamless pickup from the cruise ship. Arrive in Florence and elevate your senses at Piazzale Michelangelo, where panoramic views unveil the city's timeless beauty. Immerse yourself in the historic center, with our driver ensuring effortless exploration of iconic landmarks like Palazzo Pitti, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, The Duomo, Giotto's Tower, Santa Croce, and more. Enjoy an hour of leisure for a delightful lunch in the city. The afternoon unfolds with a scenic drive through enchanting Chianti hills, revealing rolling landscapes adorned with cypress-lined avenues. Delve into the heart of Chianti at a local farm, exploring the vineyard and cellar where renowned Chianti wine is meticulously crafted. A curated wine-tasting experience awaits, featuring 5 glasses of Chianti. Return Journey at 17.00
Tour Options
Itinerary
Private Excursion: Our driver will pick you up at your Cruise Ship in Livorno port and take you on a delightful drive through the picturesque hills of Tuscany. Our first stop is the renowned Piazzale Michelangelo, offering the best panoramic views of Florence. This square, dedicated to the Renaissance sculptor Michelangelo, boasts bronze copies of some of his marble masterpieces, including the David and the four allegories from the Medici Chapel of San Lorenzo. Enjoy this enriching experience for a duration of 20 minutes.
After the first stop at Piazzale Michelangelo to capture breathtaking panoramic views of Florence. Then, dive into the heart of the city to explore at your own pace. Admire the magnificent Florence Cathedral (Duomo), a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, and stroll through the elegant Piazza della Repubblica. Walk in the footsteps of Dante Alighieri, marvel at the iconic Piazza della Signoria (where you can admire the beautiful statues of the Loggia dei Lanzi), and capture unforgettable moments at the enchanting Ponte Vecchio. Your driver will assist throughout the day, accompanying you to monuments, suggesting an itinerary, and recommending a spot for a quick, authentic lunch. After lunch around 2 pm we will travel to the famous Chianti region, renowned for its exceptional wines.
Before reaching the farmhouse, we will traverse one of the most scenic wine roads in Tuscany, winding through the gentle hills of Florence, adorned with olive groves, cypress trees, and vineyards. At a quintessential Tuscan farm, discover the meticulous production of Chianti wine while exploring its vineyards and historic cellars, home to aged treasures. After the tour, delight in a guided tasting of 5 exquisite wines, including the renowned Chianti and prestigious Super Tuscan varieties. The return journey is planned for 17:00, concluding a day immersed in picturesque landscapes and unforgettable wine experiences.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our English-speaking driver will be waiting next to your Cruise ship with a welcome sign: PEK TUSCANY IN LIMO + your name.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
Reviews(5)
Grrrreat!! Andre was fantastic!! Well worth the cost! A wonderful day!! A winner!! Andre took us through Florence and Tuscany- the wine tasting was fabulous!
Our private tour began with easy pick up from our Livorno cruise ship terminal. Met by our guide/driver Andreas right on time, we headed to Florence via a very scenic route, passing fields of sunflowers and through the picturesque Tuscan hills. We arrived in Florence, stopping at a beautiful overlook of the city. We proceeded into the city center, parked the van, and headed out for our walking tour. We covered all the sights from the exterior as we did not have enough time to do the Uffizi Gallery, etc. we had read about the amazing sandwiches at Allantico… lived up to the hype!! After lunch we headed up to the small country winery for a tasting, which was very enjoyable though the wines did not suit our palates. We returned to the ship around 5:15. Why 4 stars? The van needed new shock absorbers so passengers in the back really felt every bump. I recommend they offer clients chilled bottled water as on other our private tours…none was offered. The guide could add more in-depth historical information when describing the major sights in Florence. All in all, we enjoyed our personalized day very much.
Andrew met our group of 4 at the pier and our adventure started out on the right foot. A couple in our party had not eaten breakfast so Andrew found us a little place in Livorno filled with locals where we had delicous breakfast sandwhiches and pastries at prices you won't find in the States. The beautiful drive to Florence was filled with Andrew describing the geography and culture intermixed with personal stories. Once in Florence, Andrew gave us 3 options to see this amazing city: 1) drop us off at a central area and allow us to roam on our own for a few hours; 2) drive us to key sites and give us time to explore before heading to the next; and 3) park the van and Andrew could join us for a personal tour of the key ites of Florence. We chose #2. Around noon, Andrew took us to an amazing restaurent which he'd made us reservations. After a few hours in the city, Andrew drove us up the picturesque Chianti hills to the San Vito winery. Andrew handed us off to Neri who explained in detail the process of making Chianti wine then we had several samples and made a few purchases. Following, Andrew shuttled us back to the port ending an amazing day. I could not give a higher recomendation!!! Andrew and his company could not have been better. His flexibility to cator our tour to our best needs was the cherry on top. Did I mention that I walked by Jeff Goldbloom on a narrow Florence street??? lol
Amazing experience sightseeing and knowledge of the region, if you want a taste of Italy this is it.
If there was a way to give 6 stars I would! Our guide listened to what we wanted to see and made it happen in the perfect way! We got close to all the sight seeing venues, he found a small restaurant that was amazing and we ended the day with a private winery tour. He was not only knowledgeable but interesting to talk to!!!!!!!!!! There are not enough good words to say about our day in Florence.
