Overview
Private English-speaking driver and transportation for the day.
Most people have heard of the Chianti wine region, but until you have visited it yourself, you have no idea how wonderful it is! A trip to the Chianti area is a unique experience that will engage all of your senses. Walk amongst the orderly vines and silvery olive groves, breathe the perfume of fermentation in the cellars, and then taste the wine and you will understand why Chianti is so famous all over the world.
After a mere 45 minutes along the highway, you will find yourself on the Chianti Wine Road, crossing through the picturesque Tuscan countryside dotted with vineyards, olive groves, stone houses, umbrella pines and cypress trees.
We'll begin by visiting Badia a Passignano, noted for its abbey built by Vallumbrosan monks in the 11th century, and Montefioralle, a Medieval borgo deemed “one of the most beautiful hamlets in Italy.”
The morning concludes with a stop in the capital of the region, Greve in Chianti. In the main piazza, with its lovely porticoes, you will find an array of shops and boutiques. History buffs will note the monument to Giovanni da Verrazzano, the explorer of the Atlantic Coast of North America who discovered, among other things, the Hudson River. Be sure to check out the butcher shops and delis where movie stars and jetsetters stop to order some of the best beef, salami, and cured ham in the world!
After Greve, you will continue on to Fattoria Vignamaggio in Panzano. Your host will talk about the history of the winery and how the wine is made and then, most importantly, will give you the opportunity to taste!
Enjoy a wine tasting with charcuterie pairing or lunch in the heart of Chianti! It will be an experience you will never forget.
- Your English-speaking driver will not enter sites with you, but will give running commentaries of what you are seeing and make sure you have enough time to visit each site. You will be met by a local guide at Vignamaggio.
- Please alert ShoreTrips in advance of any dietary restrictions or food allergies. We will do our best to accommodate.
- We have found that there may be a rare occurrence of a port change from Livorno to La Spezia. La Spezia is accessible to the same sightseeing as Livorno but is a slightly longer ride. This port requires an increase in cost as the distance from these highlights is further. Your guide will be waiting for you as you disembark. You may have an adjustment to your tour itinerary depending on your exit time, but be assured that your knowledgeable driver/escort will direct you to a satisfying day. This change is an exception to our policy that ship changes will result in a refund. People have been too disappointed sitting on the ship after this itinerary change and we feel this is in the best interest of the traveler. The additional costs are as follows: to Cinque Terre add $75; to Florence and Pisa, and Pisa and Lucca the additional charge is $265. We apologize for your difficult day but promise that the sun will shine as soon as you meet your driver.
Days offered: 7 days a week
Departures:- 08:00 AM, duration: 9 hours
