Tuscany Flavors
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Admire land of gently rolling hills, olives groves, wheat fields, vineyards, Discover flavors of Tuscany - land of undulating landscape, cypresses trees and idyllic estates, and be impressed by incredible treasures rich history and countless art jewels of art and culture in Florence, Siena, Montalcino and other places. 1. DAY Chianti Hills - Montaione After landing in Florence, we enter directly into the hilly landscape of Tuscany and after a short drive we reach our idyllic hotel near Montaione , a quiet little town with a delightfully maintained centre. The rest of the day is free for you to get acquainted with the resort. 2. DAY Highlights of Florence Today we will visit Florence, residence of Medici family during medieval time, to discover its countless treasures such as the Basilica Santa Maria Novella, Complex of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza del Duomo, the cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistry of San Giovanni, and Giotto's bell tower. Later drive up the other side of the River Arno to Piazzale Michelangelo to admire Florence magical skyline from above. The church of San Miniato al Monte is just a few steps further up the square. A leisurely stroll through the park down to the Flight trip – price incl. local transport Arno and back to the hotel ends the day. Price from 1.689€ 3. DAY Chianti - wine tasting in Castello di Meleto You enter the heart of the wine region and start a walk in Greve in GENERAL INFO Chianti. Time and time again, beautiful photographs are on your display. In the midst of this fantastic landscape, we reach Castello di ACCOMMODATION EXAMPLES Volpaia, which dates back to the early Middle Ages. Drive through the Price is based on a group of 50 people vineyards along the Strada del Chianti to Castello di Meleto. We visit ACCOMMODATION Price is per person EXAMPLES per stay in double room in high season the picturesque castle and taste the well-known drop of the region Single supplement on request S with a wine tasting. Prices are informative and based on availability. Program can be 4. DAY Siena Today we visit one of the most beautiful cities of the region – Siena. modified according to your requirements or budget. Life in the city revolves around the cobblestone Piazza del Campo. The Send us your travel dates to [email protected] square is guarded by the all-important Town Hall tower which and we will prepare fixed offer. symbolizes the power of the bourgeoisie. We take a look at the town hall and then stroll to the cathedral, one of the most important Gothic sacred buildings in Italy. Sweet treats await you in the shops of the streets and lanes to be tasted by you. ACCOMMODATION INFO 5. DAY San Galgano - wine tasting in Fattoria We will visit the monastery of San Galgano. The building is unique Price for the package is based on a stay at a 4-star hotel. because it is the first time in Tuscany to find stylistic elements from the All nights are in Montaione town. Gothic period. You will visit Rotonda di Montesiepi, San Gimignano. In the late afternoon you reach a Fattoria nearby, to taste homemade specialties and wine at dinner and conclude this day in a cozy round. Hotel examples: UNAHOTELS Palazzo Mannaioni Toscana 6. DAY Monte Oliveto Maggiore - Pienza - Montalcino We can of course offer hotels in different category or location. In the rather simple abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore, you follow the life of St. Benedict with the fresco cycle of Sodoma and Luca Signorelli. In Pienza, the ensemble of the Cathedral, Palazzo Piccolomini and Casa PACKAGE INCLUDES dei Canonici is an ideal example of Renaissance architecture. After a lunch break, the abbey church of Sant'Antimo appears in front of us. Guide Service, Excursions & Entrances : Before returning to the hotel, you visit Montalcino with its pretty Private Coach Transfer from/to Airport Florence medieval town center. Tour Leader/Guide/Coach as per program 7. DAY Badia a Passignano – free afternoon 2x Wine tasting The last excursion take us today to Badia a Passignano to the abbey of the same name. The monastery is surrounded by gentle slopes, on Accommodation: which the wonderful red wine of this region is cultivated. After a short 7 nights in double room HB hike followed by a lunch break, return to the hotel, where the afternoon invites you to a relaxing sunbath or a swim in the pool. Excluded: 8. DAY Departure City Tax to be paid on spot Transfer to the airport for the return flight home. Codan Agentura | Provaznicka 11| Praha 1|Czech Republic |tel: +420 251 019 360 | [email protected] Codan Agentura reserves the right to change the prices .