Tuscany is one of Italy's premier vacation destinations, located on the upper west coast along the Tyrrhenian Sea. This region is world renowned for its picturesque countryside dotted with first class wineries where eminent wines such as Chianti Classico are produced. In addition to wine tasting, plan to bring the taste of Tuscany back home with you by learning how to make authentic local dishes during a hands-on cooking class. In between wining and dining, take a step back in time and make your way through the unique and charming medieval towns of Montalcino, Monteriggioni, Sam Gimignano and Siena. Take your time exploring the breathtaking countryside and be sure to enjoy all of the sights, sounds and tastes.
Day 1: MONTERIGGIONI, SIENA
Arrival and check-in at your hotel in Monteriggioni, in the heart of the Tuscan countryside just a few kilometers from the famous city of Siena. Welcome drink and time for relaxing. Welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant in Siena or the Monteriggioni area. Overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 2: CHIANTI REGION, WINE TASTING, SIENA
Breakfast at the hotel. We suggest starting your day with an excursion to the Chianti region. Stop for a visit in one of the most renowned Chianti Classico wineries where you will enjoy a guided visit and a wine tasting. Afterwards, we suggest spending the afternoon in Siena to discover the city of the Palio horse race and its historical center. Dinner on your own. Return to hotel with overnight stay.
Day 3: TUSCAN COOKING CLASS IN A LOCAL VILLA , SAN GIMIGNANO
Morning dedicated to Tuscan cuisine with a cooking class in a local villa, where an entire Tuscan menu will be prepared and then served for lunch, paired with local wine. Afterwards, we suggest visiting the splendid town of San Gimignano, another medieval jewel which still preserves its walls and stunning medieval towers. Dinner on your own and return to the hotel with overnight stay.
Day 4: MONTERIGGIONI, SIENA, MONTALCINO, SAINT’ANTIMO ABBEY
After breakfast at the hotel, Check-out and drive through the famous Val d’Orcia area to reach Montalcino, where the world renowned Brunello of Montalcino wine is produced. Guided visit and a wine tasting in a Brunello historical cellar. At the end of the wine tasting, we suggest visiting the historical center of Montalcino and the nearby Sant’Antimo Abbey. End of our services.
PACKAGE START AT $956.00
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 3 nights accommodation in 4 Star Hotel in Monteriggioni around Siena or similar;
- Daily breakfast;
- Welcome Dinner in a Medieval Restaurant;
- Visit and wine tasting in a Chianti winery;
- Visit and wine tasting in a Montalcino winery;
- 3 Hours Tuscan Cooking class w/ lunch and beverages;
- 4 Days of Car Rental Class B (Fully Inclusive Coverage Included)
- Vat Taxes and service Charges.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- All Land & Air prices: Additional U.S. & Foreign Departure Taxes and Surcharges Fee(s) assessed by the Airlines.
- Hospitality city tax which varies by city and hotel category. If applicable it has to be paid locally to the hotel.
- Transportation, Entrance Fees to Monuments or Museums, Tips, Extras.
- Beverages during meals.
- All which is not mentioned under PACKAGE INCLUDES.
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
Fly and Drive independent tour package.
Available all year around on request.
Minimum number of participants: 2 people.
(*) Rate based on two adult persons sharing a double or twin bedded room with private bathroom. Single rooms are available at an additional supplement. Childrens, triple room rates and alternative accommodation arrangements are available upon request. (Additional and different charges may apply).
