Treasures of Tuscany - 10 days/8 nights

Immerse yourself in the heart of Tuscany. This small group trip takes in all the great sites of this most beautiful part of the world. Stay in a charming country inn close to Siena - no packing and unpacking required - just settle in and enjoy the sights, tastes and sounds of this fabled region.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Departure

    Overnight flight to Florence.

  • Day 2 - Florence/Chianti

    Upon arrival at the Florence Airport, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to your hotel located in Radda in Chianti where you will spend the next 6 nights. Remainder of the day at leisure.

  • Day 3 - Siena and San Gimignano

    Stroll in San Gimignano - the town of the hundred towers - admiring the medieval feel of the hill town. Taste typical wine of the area in a local wine producing estate. Afterwards, head to Siena and enjoy a guided walk in Siena - its warm red brick and its splendid architecture contribute to making this one of the most beautiful towns of Italy. Free time in the afternoon to stroll, shop and bask in the medieval atmosphere of the town. Dinner tonight in a local restaurant.

  • Day 4 - Chianti

    Enjoy a full day in the gorgeous Chianti countryside! Visit the charming town of Greve in Chianti, a friendly market town with plenty of craft shops, wine bars and café’s. Afterwards head to a nearby wine cellar for a tour and tasting followed by a light lunch. We continue to Radda in Chianti, a small village situated on a hill covered with woods and extensive vineyards. Here we will make a stop for a visit of the town followed by a visit to a wine cellar for another tasting of the delicious Chianti wine.

  • Day 5 - Pienza and Montalcino

    Admire the magnificent panorama along the ‘Crete Senese’; an evocative landscape of barren hills dotted with olive groves, vineyards and stone walls. Stop to taste ‘Pecorino’ cheese where it’s made in the delightful Renaissance town of Pienza. Visit the walled town of Montalcino and taste the wine of the region at Fattoria Casato Prime Donne.

  • Day 6 - Cooking in Chianti

    Into the kitchens this morning to prepare a full Tuscan meal with antipasto, pasta, main courses, vegetables and dessert. The morning starts with a visit of the market with our chef - a dynamic lady who will reveal her family cooking secrets. Lunch follows. Motor through the Chianti hills in the afternoon and visit the charming town of Radda in Chianti. Before heading back to the hotel, stop at the lovely estate of Castello di Volpaia for a visit of their olive oil press followed by a wine tasting.

  • Day 7 - Arezzo and Cortona

    Visit to two charming hilltowns ‘under the Tuscan sun’. Cortona, with its medieval houses and 13th century palazzi and Arezzo with its splendid Chapel of Piero della Francesca.

  • Day 8 - Florence

    One of the most beautiful cities in the world, Florence beckons with the charm and grace of the Renaissance. The morning is free to enjoy strolling in the open - air markets or enchanting streets. In the afternoon explore with our guide on foot, taking in the principal monuments of the city. Tonight a special farewell dinner!

  • Day 9 - Florence

    Enjoy the entire day at leisure… shop, stroll, relax in a café. We can also prebook your tickets to the Uffizi or Accademia Galleries.

  • Day 10 - Departure

    Transfer to the Florence Airport for your return flight home.

    * Itinerary subject to change to take advantage of local events.

Featured Highlights

  • • Roundtrip airfare from Toronto (other gateways available)
  • • 8 nights accommodation
  • • Transportation throughout by private coach
  • • Breakfast daily
  • • 7 dinners
  • • Cooking class with lunch
  • • 1 cheese tasting
  • • 3 wine tastings with snacks
  • • All entrance fees and excursions as described
  • • Hosted in Italy

Group Departures

Departures are guaranteed with a minimum of 8 guests.

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Pricing

Due to the great fluctuation of the euro currency, prices for all of our services will be quoted upon request. This policy enables us to provide you, the traveler, with the most competitive quotes consistent with actual currency exchange. We invite you to browse through our website to select the travel style that meets your needs, our travel planners are only a call/email away ready to provide any assistance in designing your itinerary.