PROGRAM (can be modified)
Day 1: Florence – Arrival
Arrival at Florence airport and collect your car to disco-ver the beautiful Tuscany Region, with its colours and flavors.
According to the arrival time, we suggest you to take a multi-lingual collective tour of Florence such as “Walking tour with aperitif” or “Walk and talk in Florence”, that allow to discover the city in a easy way with a professional guide.
Drive to the Hotel, accommodation and overnight.
Day 2: Chianti Area - San Gimignano - Monteriggioni - Siena
After breakfast at hotel, departure to Chianti area to discover the beautiful ruby colour and the characte-ristic fragrance with hints of violet that are the distinguishing marks of the identity of one of the most famous wines in the world: Chianti.
Driving along the Chianti Road you’ll discover fascinating medieval hamlets , each one worthy of a stop: Greve in Chianti, Ponzano in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti, Radda in Chianti, Gaiole in Chianti.
Stop in one of the best wine cellars of the area for a guided visit of the cellars with final tasting of 3 wine combined with a selection of “bruschettas”, typical cheeses and Tuscany salami.
The tour proceeds to San Gimignano, a small medieval walled town famous for its towers sticking up into the sky and Monteriggioni with its castle and medieval wall.
Accommodation at hotel in Siena area and overnight.
Day 3: Siena – Montalcino - Pienza
After breakfast at hotel, departure to Siena. The best way to visit it is on foot, admiring the changes to the town over the centuries and enjoying its spectacular views and the interesting details of its history.
You will admire the major tourist attractions like Piazza del Campo, the true heart of the town, the “Palazzo Comunale” (Town Hall), the Cathedral and the majestic Basilica of San Domenico.
The original soul of Siena is that you breathe in the bar districts, where people speak about Palio every time, in the museum and in the quartiers rooms, where every “contradaiolo”, (member of a district) has a particular remember.
Departure to reach the two scenic, artistic and culinary jewels of the Val D’Orcia: Montalcino and Pienza.
Montalcino, sanctuary of Brunello wine, presently considered the best wine in the world. Guided visit of a renown wine cellar and final tasting lunch combining typical dishes with wines produced in the cellar.
Driving to Pienza to admire the squares and historical buildings that preserve the secrets of the art of Rossellino and traces of the noble papal power. This artistic and natural heritage is joined by taste and fragrance: one typical Pienza’s product is the famous cheese “Pecorino”.
Stop in a typical shop to taste some culinary specialties.
Overnight at hotel.
Day 4: Montepulciano –Cortona
After breakfast at hotel, departure to Montepulciano, the hilltop town of the “Noble Wine”.
Free walking tour of the charming medieval centre, we suggest to make it withouthurry, breathing the old time atmosphere.
Guided visit of an important wine cellar with final tasting including typical products (bruschetta, pecorino, olive oil etc.). The tour proceeds to Cortona, important Etruscan centre and the main place of the movie “Under the Tuscan Sun”.
Accom-modation at hotel, dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Arezzo – Anghiari - Florence
After breakfast at hotel, departure to Anghiari, considered one of the “most beautiful villages in Italy” with an Orange Flag distinction by the Italian Touring Club, a “medieval treasure lying between the Arno and Tiber”.
Free walking tour of its city centre and stop in a typical “Locanda” to taste Chianina meat combining with the “Chianti Aretino wine”. Departure to Arezzo the main place of the Oscar awarded movie “La Vita è Bella”.
Free walking tour of its medieval centre admiring the Church of San Francesco, with the incredible Early Renaissance fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca, Piazza Grande, Me-dicean Fortress, the Cathedral dedicated to San Donato, the Roman Amphitheater and the Church of San Domenico with the wooden Crucifix by Cimabue. Departure to Florence, accommodation at hotel and overnight.
Day 6: Florence-departure
According to the flight departure, free time at disposal for personal visits or drive to the airport of Florencee.
Drop off your car and Arrivederci!
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Chosen hotel o similar (5-star Category):
Florence (2 night): Hotel Villa Tolomei 5 star
Siena Area (2 night): Grand Hotel Continental 5 star
Cortona Area (1 night): Relais il Falconiere 5 star/Cortona Resort & Spa Villa Aurea 4 star superior
Chosen hotel o similar (4-star Category):
Florence (2 night): Hotel Gabriele d’Annunzio 4 star
Siena Area (2 night): Fattoria di Corsignano 4 star
Cortona Area (1 night): Hotel Borgo Melone 4 star
Chosen hotel o similar (3-star Category):
Florence (2 night): Hotel la Fortezza 3 star
Siena Area (2 night): Hotel Borgo Grondaie 3 star
Cortona Area (1 night): Hotel Casa Volpi 3 star/Hotel Le Capanne 3 star
→ On request: possibility to add experience / activities or add additional nights before and after tour ←
Price includes:
- Chosen hotel (3/4/5 star category) or similar in accommodation in standard room;
- Bed & breakfast treatment;
Services (Excursions/Experiences/Meal):
- day 1-5: Rental Car Economy category (Lancia New Ypsilon 1.2 69cv gold or similar) including pick up and drop-off at Florence airport, Unlimited mileage, CDW basic insurance (Collision damage waiver), THW basic insurance (Theft waiver), airport tax and Vat;
- day 2: Guided visit of a wine cellar in Chianti area with tasting of 3 wines combined with selection of bruschettas, typical cheeses and Tuscany salami and sliced cold meat;
- day 3: Montalcino - Guided visit of a wine cellar including tasting lunch. Pienza - Tasting of “Pecorino cheese”;
- day 4: Guided visit of a wine cellar in Montepulciano area with tasting of 3 wines combined with typical products ( bruschetta, pecorino, olives);
- day 5: Lunch in a typical “Locanda” to taste Chianina meat and Chianti Aretino wine including 3 course menu and 1 glass of wine per person.
Price does not include:
- Flight not included, quotable on request;
- Medical / baggage insurance and cancellation;
- Drinks at meals;
- Entrance tickets if not differently specified;
- Tips, and everything not mentioned in “Rates include”.
- City tax compulsory to be paid at hotel (subject to chan-ge): Florence: € 3,00 per person per night in 3 star; € 4,00 per person per night in 4 star; € 5,00 per person per night in 5 star category; Siena area: € 2,50 per person per night in 3 star; € 2,50 per person per night in 4 star; € 5,00 per person per night in 5 star category; Cortona/Arezzo area: € 1,50 per person per night in 3 star; € 3,00 per person per night in 4 star; € 3,00 per person per night in 5 star category.
- CAR RENTAL SUPPLEMENT:Compact category (Fiat 500L POP STAR 1.3 Multijet 95cv or similar), € 60,00 per stay per car. Station Wagon category (Renault MEGANE ST / Limited 1,5 dci 110 cv S&S or similar ) € 95,00 per stay per car.
- Everything that is not mentioned in the paragraph “price includes”.
Note:
NET RATES PER PERSON valid for minimum 2 participants.
Single room with supplement.
During Bank Holiday, fairs and events periods supplements, that will be reconfirmed upon booking, could be applied.
The above program is just a suggestion. It can be partially changed, adding extra overnight in each of the mentioned cities or introducing other services such as sightseeing tours, local guide services, private visits, meals in typical restaurants.
Children policy: Infant 0/1,99 y.o. free of charge; 3rd extra bed chd 2/9,99 y.o. 30% reduction on double room adult rates.
PRIVATE TOURS
Multi-day FIT packages with daily departures and excellent value for money to discover our Bel Paese at your pace.
Unique tailor-made proposals throughout Italy, visiting the well-know Italian cities, enjoying beautiful landscapes, tasting savoury dishes and local products or discovering places in complete freedom.
Live true experiences to make your journey in Italy unforgettable: jump on a gondola or enjoy your cooking class directly in the kitchen of Italian families.
Packages can be adjusted according to your needs and include transport by high-speed trains, private transfers or car rental, accommodation in selected hotels with a combination of multilingual collective activities and excursions.