A Taste of Tuscany - Hilltop Towns and Vineyards

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8 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Pisa, Italy

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Highlights

Val d'Orcia - Visit medieval hilltop towns set amongst a landscape of rolling hills and vineyards, stopping to enjoy wine tasting and tasting local dishes Wine tastings - Sample some of Italy's finest wines from Chianti to Brunello. Farm to table dining - Visit an agriturismo to enjoy fresh produce and delicious flavours at their source.

Itinerary

Rolling hills, medieval villages, and vineyard vistas set the stage for a sensory journey through southern Tuscany. 'A Taste of Tuscany - Hilltop Towns and Vineyards' is an eight-day wine tasting tour that begins and ends in Pisa, with stops in Chianti, Siena, Volterra, and beyond. Tailored for the discerning traveler seeking easy-paced exploration, this trip perfectly combines culture, cuisine, and countryside charm.

Savor Italy’s finest wines, from Chianti to Brunello, on guided tastings in picturesque hill towns like Montalcino and Pienza. Meander through olive groves and cobblestone streets, then delight in farm-to-table dining at a Tuscan agriturismo, where fresh local produce takes center stage. The unique selling point? A harmonious blend of guided vineyard tours, gastronomic delights, and authentic local experiences—making it an ideal tour package for those eager to taste and tour the heart of Tuscany.

day 1Join trip in Pisa; orientation tour followed by welcome dinner

Our tour starts today in Pisa at our centrally located hotel. Our tour leader plans to meet everyone at the hotel reception at 6.30pm for a welcome meeting. After the meeting we'll head out on a brief orientation stroll taking in the beautiful Campo del Miracoli and the iconic Leaning Tower; stunning testaments to a time when Pisa was one of the Mediterranean's major maritime powers. We'll then head out to a local restaurant for an included welcome dinner and our initiation into the cuisine of Tuscany. An airport transfer isn't included in this trip but it's easy to get to Pisa Airport by yourself. The Pisa Mover is an automated shuttle train that departs from the airport to Pisa Central Station approximately every 10 minutes with a journey time of 5 minutes. Tickets cost €5. It's a 10-minute walk from here to our hotel. If you'd prefer to take a taxi, there's a rank right outside the terminal building - the journey should cost around €15-20. We won't be climbing up the Leaning Tower, so if that's on your wish list or you'd like to explore Pisa in greater depth, be assure to arrive earlier in the day or why not book an additional pre-tour night in the city. Pisa is a compact city and very easy to explore on foot.

Meals

Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel Bologna

day 2Central Market tour in Livorno with street food lunch. Visit hilltop Montalcino, optional tasting of Brunello wines

day 3Ramble to agriturismo for lunch of local organic produce; cheese-tasting in Pienza

day 4Guided walking tour in Siena; pasticerria and pasta shop visits

day 5Wine estate tour and tasting in Chianti

day 6Farm tour and lunch at an agriturismo; visit to Medieval Volterra

day 7Free morning in San Gimignano; gelateria visit, cooking class and farewell supper

day 8Drive to Pisa Airport where the trip ends

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel Bologna (1 night)Albergo Roma (1 night)Hotel Italia (2 nights)Hotel La Cisterna (3 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)Bus

Guide

Local Guide(s)

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Itinerary

day 1Join trip in Pisa; orientation tour followed by welcome dinner

day 2Central Market tour in Livorno with street food lunch. Visit hilltop Montalcino, optional tasting of Brunello wines

day 3Ramble to agriturismo for lunch of local organic produce; cheese-tasting in Pienza

day 4Guided walking tour in Siena; pasticerria and pasta shop visits

day 5Wine estate tour and tasting in Chianti

day 6Farm tour and lunch at an agriturismo; visit to Medieval Volterra

day 7Free morning in San Gimignano; gelateria visit, cooking class and farewell supper

day 8Drive to Pisa Airport where the trip ends