Full day Winery Tour Chianti

Off the beaten tracks of Chianti 

Leave noise and traffic behind…..!

Our qualified drivers will offer you individual tour in luxury cars or mini-vans accompanying you trough the beautiful hills and picturesque villages of Tuscany.
Visit a family owned estate and top ranking winery:
Endless acres olive groves and vineyards then top it off with a generous tasting.
We can organize yuor personal back-road’s Tour, off the common touristic routes, discovering the most charateristic and interesting Tuscan landscape and interesting villages where you can taste special wines and local gastronomy products.

All our experienced knowledgeable, skill team-members, will be able to suggest you the best restaurants, tratorias, farm-houses where you can tastings wine, extra-vergin olive oil, Sienese sweets, cheeses (pecorino) balsamic vinegar selected wines and appreciate typical courses, recipes to really enjoy the traditional Tuscan cousine.

After your tour, you will visit one of the beautiful local farms where you will enjoy wine tasting and local cuisine. You will be able to visit the vineyard and cellar to learn the Italian wine making process. Sample Hors d’ouevres with salami, bread, olives, and bruschette, Tuscan soup, mixed grilled meats and roast pork, music, and much more.

We’ll also make numerous stops for great photo opportunities, (All photos on this site are from my tours)
Become part of our romantic country scenery Tuscany. Take the time to walk with us throungh timeless vineyards, cypress forests, olive groves and country villas.
Wine tastings and samples of farm produce are available every day in a  Castle in  Chianti Classico’s region, a short distance from Florence and Siena. The Castle dates back to the middle i13th century and for 800  years belonged to one of the most important families in Chianti.

Our private-car/van service will give you the opportunity of individual, tailr-made excursions, choosing you own ideal itineraries based on daily destinations of longer or shorter tracks, for families and small groups.

We offer tours country to Siena, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Monteriggioni the hilly Chianti, wine-area and its vineyards, Pisa worl-wide well-known for the Leaning Tower, the marvellous art-town of Lucca, the Versilia cost-line and its beautiful shores and villages perched on hill-coast-line. Our miltilingual staff will smarty drive you around, showing you step by step every suggestive sight of Tuscany.

A friendly bilingual tour guide to show you the secrets of our countryside, answer any question and help you spend a memorable day.

During this excursion transport will be made in a de-luxe limousine or minivan, with air-conditioning, minibar, large panoramic windows and   comfortable seats.

Greve in Chianti culinary

Is the capital of Florentine Chianti, in its splendid square surrounded on three sides by a loggia was, since the Middle Ages as the principal market of the zone. The shops sell antique furniture, copper pots and pans, food and of course the local wine. It will be possible to visit the ancient wine cellars dug directly into the rock in the basement  where oil, cheese and salami are kept at perfect temperature. In the middle of the square we find the statue of the famous explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, whose family  comes from this area, who at the service of Francis I of France explored most of the Eastern coast of the United States….

Panzano- Radda in Chianti-Gaiole

From Greve in Chianti we’ll head to Panzano and visit the wonderful church of San Leolino. Afterwards, through scenic routes we’ll stop for lunch at a restaurant near an ancient  Abbey, where you will enjoy authentic and genuine Tuscan cuisine in front of a beautiful landscape.After our lunch we’ll head towards a Castle with more than 400 years of history, which hosted, amongst others, Leonardo da Vinci . Surrounded by a beautiful garden and richly decorated with frescoes. The cellar is a fascinating maze of barrels and casks containing wines, vin santo and olive oil. The tasting of these products will be an unforgettable experience!

Chianti is a vast territory between Florence and Siena in the heart of Tuscany, a region known for wine and olive oil production as well as for the magnificent landscape. In the past this area was the site of many battles between the two provinces to such a degree as to cause the Republic of Florence in 1384 to found the Chianti League, which was a military-political alliance. Its mission was to defend and to administer the territory on behalf of the Florentine republic. For their coat-of-arms they had the image of a black rooster on a gold background which became the symbol of Chianti Classico vine. The league survived even after the end of the battles between Florence and Siena and was abolished only in 1774.  During the tour we will have the occasion to visit some of the most famous farms, see their wine cellars and taste excellent wines.  We may also visit small villages such as Greve, Castellina and Radda in Chianti, and ancient castles, hidden among green hills and surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. This tour is a perfect combination of culinary delights, arts and culture.

Combine this tour with any other for a full day experience

Siena, San Gimignano & Monteriggioni Tour
Number of people:  min. 1 – max. 8 
Duration: 8 hours
This tour gives you the opportunity to discover some breathtaking panoramas and have your heart touched by the amazing Tuscan countryside.

The adventure of this tours begins with a relaxing trip through the splendid Tuscan hills covered with vineyards, olive groves and golden wheat.  When you arrive at San Gimignano (declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO) you can admire the distinctive skyline with 14 medieval towers.  Embraced by the warm glow of the  midmorning sun, the antique towers of the city and the crenellated walls cast long shadows on their surroundings.  You can also visit the ‘Piazza della Cisterna’ encircled by uncontaminated buildings from the 13^th and 14^th centuries.  In the ‘Piazza del Duomo’ the Romanesque church from the 12^th century offers splendid interiors.  A large number of shops can be found along the ‘Via San Giovanni’ and ‘Via San Matteo’ which offer many opportunities to taste the renowned white wine ‘Vernaccia’ from San Gimignano.

In the afternoon we will proceed towards Chianti with its splendid postcard views.  We will stop in one of the most famous wine cellars in the area to taste some of the best red wines accompanied by homemade snacks.  You will have the possibility to buy wine, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and cheese with herbs.  You will be given special prices along with the organisation and guarantee to ship anywhere in the world.

At this point we have the possibility of a short stop to visit the incredible medieval town of Monteriggioni with its 13 towers, mentioned by Dante in ‘The Divine Comedy’.
We will finish our tour in the city of Siena.  In the centre of the city of Siena is the famous Piazza del Campo with its characteristic shell-shape. This is the place where, on July 2nd and August 16th every year, the Palio is run. This is the famous horse race in which the spirit of competition of the 17 Contrade dividing the old town is brought out.  Walking along the Via di Città, and Via Banchi di Sopra, there are historical buildings and many good shops.  The Duomo is one of the most evocative and original creations of medieval Italian art. In addition to the splendid façade, skillfully decorated with sculptures, note the original Romanesque bell tower with bands of black and white marble.  Inside, besides the beautiful marble floor with inlays, there are numerous treasures of art created by artists like Nicola Pisano, Donatello, Michelangelo, Duccio di Buoninsegna.

During this excursion transport will be made in a luxury car or minivan complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, large panoramic windows and comfortable seats.

Pisa & Lucca Tour

Number of people:  min. 1 – max. 8

Duration:  8 hours

First we visit Pisa with its ‘Piazza dei Miracoli’ (Miracle Piazza) including its cathedral, its baptistery, ‘monumental cemetery’ and famous Leaning Tower.  These elements stand together and make up an architectural complex considered to be one of the most beautiful in Tuscany.  The Cathedral (‘Duomo’) stands in the center of the ‘Piazza dei Miracoli’  while the monumental cemetery lies to the right of the Cathedral.  With its entire structure covered with marble, this ‘Duomo’  is a stunning masterpiece of Pisan-Romanesque architecture.  The Leaning Tower stands in front of the Cathedral.  It is about 56 metres in height.  A climb up the spiral stone steps of this 13^th century tower is an experience not to be missed!

Only 15 minutes away by car we find ourselves in Lucca called ‘la città delle cento chiese’ (the city of one hundred churches).  In fact, there are many churches both inside and outside the city’s   16^th century walls.   Even though it is so close to Pisa this city has a completely different character.  The overall impression is to find oneself in a much more aristocratic city with a style more similar to cities of northern Europe than of Tuscany.  Its city centre and boundary walls have been perfectly conserved and it is one of the Tuscan cities in which it is still possible to see the power and importance that it once had in the past.  Among the items not to be missed are the church of San Michele in Foro, the church of San Giovanni e Reparata and the celebrated cathedral Duomo di San Martino.  The chapel of this cathedral, built by Matteo Civitali, still preserves the scultpure of the Volto Santo  (Holy Face).  Finally, one of the characteristics which render the city of Lucca unique in all of the world, is the Torre Guinigi  (Guinigi Tower) with its height of 44 metres and its stupendous holm which is placed on its summit.

During this excursion you will be transported in a luxury car or minivan complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, large panoramic windows and comfortable seats.

Duration:  8/9 hours

SHORE EXCURSION FROM LIVORNO TO FLORENCE & PISA

SHORE EXCURSION FROM LIVORNO TO PISA & LUCCA

SHORE EXCURSION FROM LIVORNO TO CHIANTI WINE AREA,SAN GIMIGNANO AND SIENA

Cinque Terre Tour

Number of people:  min. 1 – max. 

Duration:  8/9 hours

The Cinque Terre Tour is an unforgettable excursion dedicated to discovering one of the most enchanting places in the world:  five towns suspended between earth and sea and surrounded by hills and vineyards.  Here we can emerge ourselves in paradise.  Our tour begins with the arrival at Portovenere, where a boat will be waiting to take us to Monterosso. (Please note that from our experience it is best to go by boat to these towns due to the difficulty of arrival by car and in order to have flexibility with the timetable.)

As soon as we have arrived at Monterosso you will be overwhelmed by its marvelous beaches and the lush vegetation which surrounds it.

Our excursion will then proceed to Vernazza, a little seaside town with a tiny natural port.  Here you will have time to stroll through the town’s charming narrow lanes.

Depending  on your time available you can take the boat to the other towns as well.  The ticket for the boat is an unlimited ticket for the day that you are traveling.

The ‘parco naturale’ (natural park) of the Cinque Terre has been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

During this excursion land transport will be made in a luxury car or minivan complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, large panoramic windows and comfortable seats.

 – Certified Guide of Florence, Pisa, Siena, Arezzo, Lucca, and Province   – Certified tour Manager

Val d’ Orcia Tour

Number of people:  min. 1 – max. 

Duration:  8/9 hours

Hills outlined by the endless rows of cypress trees, majestic castles, thermal spa towns, tiny Medieval villages surrounded by olive groves, wine cellars that hold the valuable oak and chestnut casks where the famous Brunello di Montalcino ages. This is the Val d’Orcia, one of the most precious jewels in the Siena area.

Montalcino

This beautiful village stands on the top of a hill that is almost entirely covered in vineyards: the area is in fact famous for the production of the super tuscan Brunello di Montalcino wine. The village is a pretty destination, not just for wine lovers, but also for art and architecture enthusiasts. The old center of Montalcino is a perfect example of Medieval Siena architecture, with its ancient walls, Palazzo dei Priori and the wonderful Rocca fortress, built around the 14th century.

Pienza

Pienza was declared Heritage of Mankind by UNESCO and is considered to be the “symbol city” of the Italian Renaissance, thanks to the work by Enea Silvio Piccolomini who had the wonderful civil and religious buildings such as the Assunta Cathedral, the majestic Palazzo Piccolomini, from where there is a wonderful view over the whole of the Val d’Orcia, the Bishop’s Palace and the Municipal Palace, built in the mid 15th century. Pecorino di Pienza, a typical cheese that you must try with walnuts and pears, is also worth a mention of its own.

Montepulciano

Montepulciano is a charming village known as the “pearl of the 16th century” due to the wonderful Renaissance buildings that can be seen in the old village center. The splendid Piazza Grande is completely surrounded by opulent buildings such as Palazzo Pubblico. Montepulciano is also famous for the production of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.

Tuscany photo Tour

Number of people:  min. 1 – max. 

Duration:  8/9 hours

This photo tour is for all amateurs and professional photographers, it’s a tour throught  the wonderful tuscanian’s valleys, in this tour you will be able to  photograph this country discovering very special corners.

You will have the privilege to photograph cities like Florence Siena and San Gimignano, but also the Orcia valley with its marvelous landscapes, you will be able to practice different tecniques, landscape photography, but also street photograpy and naturalistic photography. You will taste the fantastic wines of  Tuscany and the tipical food that this land produce.

Shopping Tour Outlet

Outlet Shopping Tour Number of people:  min. 1- max….Duration: 4/8 hours

THE MALL OUTLE & PRADA SPACE

We organize private ShuttleShopping Tours to give you the great opportunity to do shopping in  the outlets, where items made by the top Italian stylists are available….Our drivers are available to take you wherever you choose and wait for you as long as necessary while you shop-til-you-drop!This tour supplies you with the opportunity of visiting the outlets of the most prestigious fashion companies and shop at a discount rate from 30% to 70%. Your first stop-over during this tour will be at the outlet of Prada. Later, we will take you to the large Outlet Mall where you will find prestigious high fashion labels such as: Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Ferragamo, Y.S. Laurent, Valentino, Ungaro, Zegna, Bottega Veneta, Sergio Rossi and Loro Piana.It is also possible to organise a personal shopper to help you with all of your shopping needs.Link:http://www.personalshopperflorence.com
Outlet a Florence “Made in Italy” Outlets: PRADA OUTLET, THE MALL, GUCCI (Giorgio Armani, Bottega Veneta, Fendi, Sergio Rossi, Yves Saint Laurent, Loro Piana, Giorgio Armani, Emanuel Ungaro, Valentino, Ferragamo, Ermenegildo Zegna, La Perla, Tod’s, Hogan), DOLCE & GABBANA, PRADA SPACEOUTLET STORE, VICTORIA OUTLET.During this excursion you will be transported in a luxury car or minivan complete with air-conditioning, mini-bar, large panoramic windows and comfortable seats. 

Hot Air Ballon rides in Tuscany

Looking for adventure? . . a unique gift idea? Experience the magic of a balloon flight and let the world below drift away. Feel the exhilaration of morning-fresh country air.Rise up gently from the ground and discover Tuscany from an alternative perspective!
We are pleased to be in a “position” to offer you Tuscany from another perspective, a privileged point of view:
a Hot-Air Balloon.This unique experience will enable you to rise gently from the ground, be borne along by a gentle breeze above the Tuscan landscape, discover from a bird’s-eye point of view the historical towns and splendid vineyards which have in part created the legend of this breath-taking terrain.This is power of imagination – which comes true!
You can fly like the wind in a mode which preserves the romanticism and adventure spirit of the art of flying.As soon as the hot-air balloon lands we offer you the “Chianti’s breakfast”, a nice light refreshment made of bruschette (toasted bread rubbed with garlic and sprinkled with olive oil), typical cold cuts, cheese, Chianti’s wine and Prosecco (dry wine)….

• Transfer from the hotel, agritourism or from any other places to the airfield with the Shuttle service.

 

For any further information please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be happy to give you all the information you may need. contact us:

Please note that seeing that this service is completely personalized all of these tours are flexible and both the locations as well as  the order of locations can be altered for your needs.  The tours that you see below are only some ideas from our past experience with other tourists.