Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner

Small group tour from Florence with lunch and wine tastings - wine cellars

Small group tour from Florence with lunch and wine tastings

Chianti red wines of small group tours from Florence

Duration8h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Discover the real essence of the Tuscan countryside, driving through amazing postcard views; departing from Florence, in a small group, that means top comfort and quality, you will see Greve in Chianti, you will have a guided visit to 3 of the best wine estate, you will enjoy a genuine Tuscan light lunch, and you will taste and compare different wines, olive oil and other typical products. This unique experience will finish with your trip back to Florence in the afternoon.

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9:00AM Chianti Tour with LUNCH

Visit 3 Authentic Wineries : Escape to the Tuscan Countryside, admire Rolling Hills, Vineyards, Olive Trees, and & the Famous Village of Greve in Chianti
Small Group & English only: Skip 60+ person crowds & 3/4-language tours. Enjoy our intimate 25-max group in English only—pure Tuscany, no distractions
Duration: 9 hours: Morning option departs at 9.00am and gets back at approx 5:30pm
Top Wines, Olive Oil & Lunch: Visit 3 Authentic Estates. Savor 12+ Wines & Olive oil, plus a Classic Tuscan Lunch at the second Winery
The Heart of Chianti Classico: Drive thru dreamlike Tuscan Landscapes. Explore 3 wineries and Greve in Chianti, the region’s most famous village.
Fully-equipped Mini Buses: Travel in our Fully-equipped Mini or Mid-Size bus. We reach Hidden Gems and Boutique Estates where Big Tour Buses can’t go!

2:30PM Chianti Tour and DINNER

Visit 2 authentic wineries : Escape to the Tuscan Countryside, admire Rolling Hills, Vineyards, Olive Trees, and & the Famous Village of Greve in Chianti
Small Group & English only: Skip 60+ person crowds & 3/4-language tours. Enjoy our intimate 25-max group in English only—pure Tuscany, no distractions
Duration: 7 hours: Afternoon option departs at 2.30pm and gets back at approx 10:00pm
Top Wines, Olive Oil & Dinner: Visit 2 Authentic Estates. Savor 8+ Wines & Olive oil, plus a Classic Tuscan Dinner at the second Winery
The Heart of Chianti Classico: Drive thru dreamlike Tuscan Landscapes. Explore 2 Wineries and Greve in Chianti, the region’s most famous village.
Fully-equipped Mid-Size Buses: Travel in our Fully-equipped Mini or Mid-Size bus. We reach Hidden Gems and Boutique Estates where Big Tour Buses can’t go!

What's included

Dinner option: Guided visit to 2 wineries, tasting of great wines, olive oil and more
Professional and informative English speaking driver/guide to lead you through the experience
Small group tour: no crowds and more personalized experience
Quick stop to see Greve in Chianti, the most representative Village of the Chianti Classico area
Typical Tuscan lunch or dinner: assorted cold cuts, cheeses, bruschetta, pasta, and dessert
Lunch option: Guided visit to 3 wineries, tasting of great wines, olive oil and more
Transportation by air-conditioned and fully equipped vehicle

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

What to expect

Florence
Pass by

After having meet your guide and your travel companions in Florence depart in the direction of the Tuscan wine country. During the ride your guide will explain the schedule of your day.
Tenuta Riseccoli
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

After a 45 minutes ride, you will stop to Riseccoli, an organic and family owned, hilltop winery; the estate is the expression of the quintessential beauty of Tuscany; rolling hills planted with vines and olive trees, Mediterranean forests and farmhouses scattered against an idyllic backdrop. Here after the visit you will taste a selection of their wines and olive oil.
Greve in Chianti
45m

After a panoramic ride through the Tuscan wine country, you will reach Greve in Chianti, (a typical village of the Chianti Classico countryside) and the birthplace of the famous Tuscan explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, the Tuscan who discovered the New York Harbor; here you will spend approx. 30/45 minutes to admire the Piazza Matteotti, a gently sloping square which is the hub of life in Greve, and have a look at the many local shops and wine stores, including the famous butcher shop Falorni, etc.
Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana
30m

Leave Greve in Chianti, and after a 30 minutes ride through the most famous Tuscan wine road, (rolling hills, huge vineyards, olive trees, etc.? arrive at the second winery
Casa Emma wine tasting
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Your experience at the second winery will start with an introduction about the history of the estate, with the explanations about the wine making process, and all the secrets to produce the Chianti red wine and the Tuscan olive oil, famous all over the world. After the visit, take a seat to enjoy a typical Tuscan light lunch paired with different wines (Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans, etc.) and the olive oil, one of the most important ingredients of the italian cooking.
Poggio Torselli
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

The last stop is at Villa Poggio Torselli, a family-owned historical Villa/Winery, where you will have the chance to admire the views over Florence and one of the most beautiful Italian garden in the area (weather permitting). Taste their genuine products, made with the deepest respect for the cultivation traditions of the territory, with almost the totality of the plants being represented by indigenous varietals, particularly Sangiovese. The third stop represent the perfect way to conclude your wine and food experience and complete your overview about the Tuscan wines by comparing the products and the philosophy of 3 different wine makers of the area.
Florence
45m

Your day will end with a relaxing 45 minutes drive back to the departure point in Florence

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

WHEN: 8:45am (at the latest)

WHERE: on the left side of the street, opposite to the parking lot

HOW: Look/ask for the PRESTIGE RENT staff, close to a red flag and the checkin table

End point

WHEN: 8:45am (at the latest)

WHERE: on the left side of the street, opposite to the parking lot

HOW: Look/ask for the PRESTIGE RENT staff, close to a red flag and the checkin table

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option available on request
Due to uneven surfaces, and a few stairs to access wine cellars, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
In case the mentioned wineries are not available, we will choose estates in the same area and with the same level/quality.
Return at departure point: approx. 5:00pm. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
Itinerary and/or visited wineries may change, based on their availability
Minimum age to join the tour is 12 years old; infants are not allowed
For cruise ship passengers only: if your ship docks at Livorno or La Spezia Port, be advised that the driving time to the meeting point in Florence is approx. 2 hours. Before booking, be sure your ship schedule works with our departure times, and you have your own transportation arranged from the port to Florence and back.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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