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Chianti is synonymous of great wine and food. Discover Chanti with Road to Italy.

A 5 day private gastronomic experience through a landscape of olive groves, vineyards and forests. Here in the beautiful Chianti, you will discover the traditional methods still used by the Tuscans to produce quality products while respecting nature. Visit the oldest wine region of the world and taste its wonderful wines, learn the secrets of olive oil production, learn the tricks of the great Tuscan Cuisine with a private cooking lesson. This program can be combined with any other program and works particularly well with our Delights of Southern Tuscany.

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DAY 1 — Arrival in Tuscany

Upon your arrival in Tuscany you will have the chance to relax and enjoy the area at leisure.Transfers to the accommodations can be arranged from your arrival point.

DAY 2 — Chianti Tour and Cooking Lesson

This morning you will tour with your private driver the beautiful Chianti. In the morning discover the secret of the Tuscan cuisine with a private cooking class in a typical restaurant followed by lunch. In the afternoon you will also visit a local winery where you will have a tour of the cellars and you will sample the local wine, continue your tour visiting the charming and historical town of Greve the Capital of the region. After the tour you will return to your hotel.

DAY 3 — Super Tuscan & San Gimignano

Your Chianti adventure takes you to the walled town of San Gimignano A UNESCO world heritage. The city hose many towers are a symbol of its past power. Discover the well preserved medieval center and the famous Cathedral “La Collegiata”. During the drive you will also visit a local wine estate to taste the other famous wine of the area the Super Tuscan. After the tour you will return to your accommodations for the evening.

DAY 4 — Siena and Tuscan Dinner

Morning is free at leisure to enjoy the quite atmosphere of the Tuscan village. In the afternoon you will visit the cultural center of Siena with your own private English speaking driver. Siena is the ultimate medieval town and a UNESCO world heritage site. You will visit Siena with a local guide. In the late afternoon continue return to Chianti area for a typical dinner in a local restaurant and your accommodation

DAY 5 — Departure

After checking out of your hotel, depart for your onward travel. Transfers can be arranged for your next point or the airport or rail station.

Accommodations

  • Tuscany – 4 nights in typical Chianti village

Sightseeing

  • Chianti region drive
  • Greve in Chianti
  • San Gimignano
  • Private guided Walking tour of Siena

Transfers

  • Private transfer from city to city as per itinerary with drivers/escort

Meals

  • Breakfast at hotels daily
  • Chianti wine tasting in a selected winery
  • Private cooking class in Chianti followed by lunch.
  • Super Tuscan wine tasting in a selected winery.
  • Tuscan dinner in a typical restaurant.

Services

  • Assistancefrom our Road to Italy office in Italy and local rep offices throughout Italy
  • Local emergency contact number daily

Does not include

  • Airfare
  • Travel Insurance (highly recommended)
  • Tips and gratuities to drivers and local guides

Highlights

Cities Visited:

  • Chianti wine region
  • Greve in Chianti
  • Siena
  • San Gimignano

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For a quote on this tour please contact us 1 800 848 8163

The price is customized based on final hotel choices, travel dates, and other custom preferences.

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