Authentic Tours of Tuscany

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Discover the Real Tuscany on the Ultimate tours of Tuscany with the locals Fully escorted tour

Become acquainted with your home away from home; a stunning private apartment in a traditional Tuscan farmhouse.
Embark on a journey of discovery by learning about Tuscany’s fascinating history.
Get to the heart of Tuscany’s soul with an unforgettable visit to the historical region of the Casentino Valley.
Visit an ancient Tuscan village and learn about the folklore of the area from the lips of the locals.
Witness the pure majesty of Maremma.
Hike the spellbinding Pratomagno Mountain.

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Saturday: Pick up in Florence

Pick up ---> accommodation

On day one of the tours of Tuscany, your local guide will collect you from the main entrance of the station of Florence, before whisking you away to the new Tuscany home. A stunning private apartment in a local Tuscany Farmhouse. As farmhouse, it is surrendered of a lots of green. It has a farm as with many animals and a big swimming pool, a restaurant for dinners and breakfast, a laundry and wi.fi. The farmhouse has 12 individual apartments. it used to be a tiny village. All guests will stay on the same farmhouse property. They will be in the own private accommodation with their own facilities.

Sunday: The Casentino Valley

Casentino Valley ----> Poppi Castle ---> Saint Francis' Monastery

The Casentino Valley is a historical region that give you a chance to experience the soul of Tuscany. Our guide will take you off the beaten track to explore some of the region’s hidden gems. We visit the majestic villages and castles of the Roman period. This tour will give you a unique opportunity to experience the spiritual side of Tuscany. Be prepared for an exceptional morning of awe-inspiring moments.

Having explored the Casentino Valley in depth. We will stop off for a delicious lunch in Poppi, an exquisite medieval village that is somewhat of a hidden gem in this area of Tuscany. Poppi is a village that has many tales to tell. You will get an unrivaled opportunity to uncover some fascinating secrets. We will visit the ancient monastery of Saint Francis of Assisi. Dinner at the farmhouse.

MONDAY: Soak up Tuscany with wine

Montalcino ----> Montepulciano--->

Today’s tours of Tuscany will give you an opportunity to sample some of the area’s famous delights. We’ll start with a visit to Montalcino, where one of the world’s best red wines, Brunello of Montalcino, has produced. We will introduce you to the winemakers and give you a chance to taste their wares at one of the area's most esteemed.

Having learned more about Brunello di Montalcino, we will progress to Montepulciano. A stunning medieval Tuscan village that has steeped in history. We’ll visit the city walls, where you will get a chance to watch the local artisan tradespeople at work. As they use traditional methods to create copper goods in their workshops. We’ll also have an opportunity to visit some of the area’s wine shops, Enoteche, well referred.

We’ll finish the day having dinner in a local Trattoria at the accommodation.

Tuesday: Cooking class Florence or Arezzo or Siena

Cooking class ----> Florence, Arezzo or Siena

On the third day of our tour, you can choose between relaxing at the farm or we can organize an extra day tour in Florence or Arezzo or Siena upon request. If you are interested on visiting museums, churches or any particular place in any city, it is
advisable to inform us in advance as they require reservations in advance. Please, enquire to get a quote. In the evening you can enjoying a cooking class with our local chef, with whom you will prepare dinner.

Wednesday: The Chianti Region

Chianti region ---> Greve in Chianti

This is most a day for wine enthusiasts! Today we will get an opportunity to visit the Chianti region of Tuscany. Here you’ll tour some of the area’s most notable castles and vineyards. An opportunity to learn the deepest secrets of Chianti’s renowned wines. Our tours of Tuscany will also include a visit to an extra virgin olive producer. You’ll have a chance to learn more about Tuscany’s olive groves and artisan oils.

Having sampled some of Chianti’s famous fare. We will head off to Greve to visit Tuscany’s most renowned butchery and deli. Once you have had the chance to stock up on the area’s high-quality produce. Dinner at the farmhouse.

Thursday: La Maremma Toscana

La Maremma ---> Antinori's cellar ---> Castiglione della Pescaia

Today, we will venture into the heart of the Tuscan countryside. We will enjoy some of its extraordinary landscapes.

We will visit one of the most prestigious winery designed by Renzo Piano. The most famous architect in the world. Here, you can have a chance to learn more about the connection between the Etruscan population and history of wine in a modern engineering jewel winery. After a visit of the cellar and a light lunch, we will then progress to one of the nicest beaches in Tuscany, which has located near Castiglione della Pescaia, a wonderful medieval castle that is famous for its delightful views, delicious restaurants and vibrant nightlife. From there, you can experience a day at the beach where you will be able to walk among the locals. Enjoy an Italian aperitivo before coming back to the accommodation for dinner.

Friday: The Pratomagno mountain

Pratomagno mountain ---> Loro Ciuffenna--->Gropina

The last day of the tours of Tuscany, you will have an opportunity to witness the splendor of the Pratomagno. One of Tuscany’s most interesting attractions. The place that saw the end of Australian explorer Herbert John Louis Hinkler’s attempts to fly from England to Australia. The day’s activities will begin with a trip to Loro Ciuffenna. A picturesque village and home to Gropina’s Roman church. A beautiful building that will hypnotize you. We will then stop off at some of the small medieval villages that are scattered throughout the mountainous landscape. Taking every opportunity to sample the local produce on offer. We might end the day at the summit of Pratomagno if the weather is good and the local drive and time are available.

Saturday: Drop off in Florence Station

Breakfast ---> Drop off

We’ll end our tours of Tuscany with a hearty breakfast before bidding our farewells at Florence station.

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Prices, deposit, payments:

USD 2870,00 per person. Half Board. Fully escorted tour

A surcharge of 700 USD per person will be apply if you request a “private tour”.

Departures-Guarantee with a minimum of 2 guests
Every Saturdays
Starts/Ends in Florence
Max 8 people

Private apartment in cosy farmhouse (taxes included,). Single supplement: $ 300,00
Once we have checked the regular documentation included your travel insurance, 25% deposit of the overall tour cost, is required. No booking will be reserved until the prescribed deposit is received.
Balance of the payment will be due 30 days before starting the tour.
Deposits and balance of payments are accepted by bank transfer or credit card via Pay Pal. (5% surcharge)
A payment of a deposit indicates an acceptance of all the conditions.

Arrival and departure time:

All tours are based on a Saturday to Saturday stay with us tour.

Pick up in Florence - Click here for more information: www.trenitalia.com
• Check IN: 3.00 pm
• Check OUT: 10.00 am

Tour groups:

Our tour groups have been designed for a group of no more than 8 people per week to ensure that client needs and enjoyment is always our top priority.
Tours and tariffs are subject to change.

Included in the cost:

Private villa/Apartment farmhouse accommodation in HB.
All continental breakfasts, 2 lunches and all dinners in local traditional restaurants at the farmhouse with set menu composed with water and wine included.
Transfer from the local station to the accommodation and back.
Daily transfer with a luxury minivan from the accommodation to the different locations of the tour and back. (9 hours day tour service)
Bi-Lingual Hosts for the duration of your tour
5 day tours to itinerary locations
On arrival at each location: remain as a group with tour leaders, alternatively explore independently and re-group at a pre-arranged time and location
Wine tasting at selected vineyards/ establishments
One cooking class at the farmhouse with the chef Pasquale
GST, Petrol, Tolls, fees

Not included:

All items not detailed in inclusions

Personal spending

All transfers other than to the local train station

Airfares
Airport taxes
Travel insurance.
Entry fees to museums/galleries and other places wherever entry fees apply
All lunches and meals not specifically listed above.
All personal expenditure.
Refer to specific tour.

Optional extra:

Activities beyond the specified tours listed on this website are subject to additional costs.
HISTORICAL TOUR GUIDE. If you are interested to learn more about art and history of
any cities we can engage a professional local tour guide who can explain you deeply the
history and the culture of this area. The price is $95,00 USD per person (min 2 people).
Max 3 hours service. If you want included the tour guide, please, let us know at least two
weeks before the starting of the tour.
DINNER OUT WITH THE LOCAL: After each day tour, you can choose between having
dinner at the farmhouse (included on the package) or going out to a family-run trattoria
near the accommodation for a different traditional Tuscany food experience with the
local guide. You can organize the dinner out directly to your local guide during the tour.
The price for this extra service (pick up and drop off) is $58,00 USD per person
(minimum 2 pax). The price doesn’t include the dinner out.

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We will create an unrivalled vacation experience that will show you a side of Tuscany so very few travellers get a chance to sample for themselves. Enquire now and tell us what is your Tuscany and Italy dream’s trip. Our local expert will be in touch directly to you to help you organizing your perfect trip.

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Authentic Tours of Tuscany

Discover the Real Tuscany on the Ultimate tours of Tuscany with the locals Fully escorted tour

HIGHLIGHTS and map

ITINERARY

Saturday: Pick up in Florence

Sunday: The Casentino Valley

MONDAY: Soak up Tuscany with wine

Tuesday: Cooking class Florence or Arezzo or Siena

Wednesday: The Chianti Region

Thursday: La Maremma Toscana

Friday: The Pratomagno mountain

Saturday: Drop off in Florence Station

PRICE AND TOUR INFO

Prices, deposit, payments:

Arrival and departure time:

Tour groups:

Included in the cost:

Not included:

Optional extra:

Do You want a customized tour?