Highlights / General details
Start your day in Montecatini and meet our driver with shuttle service to Florence. Upon arrival at 9:00 there is a walking tour of Florence (1h30min) to let you explore the main roads and admire the stunning monuments of the city while our guide will tell interesting anecdotes and history of Florence.. After, you’ll have free time to walk around or to visit museums, shops before the departure of the tour. At 2:45 pm you’ll start the Chianti tour in which you’ll visit the beautiful region of Chianti with us and immerse yourselves in the picturesque Tuscan scenery that you have always imagined. The beautiful ruby-red color and the characteristic bouquet with scents of violet are the special features that reveal the identity of one of the most famous wines in the world: Chianti. This wine results from the wise blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, and originates from the hilly area from which it draws its name.

We will lead you to the discovery of the breathtaking, uncontaminated landscapes that have been cradling the Chianti vineyards for centuries, presenting you a harmony of colors that can only be found in the hills of this region. The sounds, scents and flavors of this land will capture your senses through a unique experience that you will live, relish and comprehend by visiting ancient churches, medieval castles and small villages where the rhythm of life remains unaltered over time.

The tour continues with a visit to a charming wine estate where you will take part in a guided tour of the wine cellars in order to gain insight into the various stages of wine production and in a tasting of the various wines that the winery produces, paired with samples of sliced cold meats, bruschetta and salami.

During the tour you will see the characteristic fortress of Monteriggioni. There you will find some shops specialized in typical Tuscan products, as well as elegant cafés where you can stop and enjoy a coffee or a gelato. Subsequently, the tour includes a second tasting of olive oil and wine in another local winery.

Inclusion
Free shuttle service from/to Montecatini; Walking tour of Florence (introductory tour); Travel by GT coach or minivan with air conditioning; Expert multilingual tour escorts available in English and Spanish; Visit to a famous estate with tour of the wine cellar; Wine, oil and balsamic vinegar tasting; Snack with sliced cold meats and typical salami; Self-guided tour of the Monteriggioni fortress and a local winery.

Exclusion
Hotel pick-up and drop-off; Gratuity.

Hours of operation
Available daily departing at 2:45pm; Shuttle departs from Montecatini at 9:00am; Guests are required to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time.

Duration
Approximately 5.5 hours.

Location
Shuttle from Montecatini, Piazza Italia (check point bus) near the train station) to Florence train Station.
Meeting Point: Florence, Stazione Leopolda: Viale Fratelli Rosselli at the corner with Via Elio Gabbuggiani (check in closes 15 minutes before departure).

Participant restrictions
Customers must be able to climb and descend stairs.

Policies
Cancellation: 1 day prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**