Unusual Tuscany
SOMMARIO
I NOSTRI HOTEL Hotel Adler Cavalieri—Firenze pag.3 Hotel Roma—Firenze pag.5 Etrusco Hotel—Arezzo pag.7 Hotel certaldo—Ceraldo pag.9 Chianti Village Morrocco—Tavarnelle v.Pesa pag.11 Relais Vignale—Radda In Chianti (SI) pag.13 Castello di Spaltenna—Gaiole in Chianti (SI) pag.15 Castello di Velona—Montalcino pag.17 Borgo Tre Rose—Montepulciano pag.19 Grand Hotel Admiral Palace—Chianciano terme pag.21 Hotel Cala di Mola—Isola d’Elba pag.23
TERRE DI MOTORI
Garfagnana 3 giorni / 2 notti pag.25 Il meglio dell’Appennino 4 giorni / 3 notti pag.27 Da Arezzo alla Val d’Orcia 5 giorni / 4 notti pag.29 Isola d’Elba –2 giorni 2 giorni / 1 notte pag.31 Isola d’elba—3 giorni 3 giorni / 2 notti pag.32 Assaggi di Toscana 4 giorni / 3 notti pag. 33 Piccoli Tesori di Toscana 3 giorni / 2 notti pag.34 Tour con moto a noleggio 7 giorni / 6 notti pag. 35
WEEKEND IN QUAD pag.37
TOUR GUIDATI PRIVATI
Gran Tour d?italia 14 giorni / 13 notti pag.39 Gran Tour della Via francigena 7 giorni / 6 notti pag.42 Lusso Toscano 7 giorni / 6 notti pag.44 Itinerario Letterario 5 giorni / 4 notti pag.46 Itienrario Artistico 5 giorni / 4 notti pag. 48
MATRIMONIO IN TOSCANA pag.50
2 OUR HOTELS
HOTEL ADLER CAVALIERI 4* - FLORENCE
In the historic center of Florence, Hotel Adler Cavalieri is a classy home with wood pan- eling, Tuscan marble and frescoed ceilings, the residence for an exclusive stay in one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, a stone's throw from Santa Maria Novella . There is a meeting room, a wellness center, a wine bar, a restaurant, a roof garden with cocktail bar open until the evening, a perfect place to relax away from the bustle of the city and taste one of the famous Tuscan wines or a cocktail. We also have outdoor parking and a garage (for a fee), the possibility to rent cars, scooters and bikes. The modern wellness center offers a Finnish sauna with chrome and aromatherapy, a Turkish bath and a relaxation room. Massages, body and facial treatments and a small gym are available upon request.
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The hotel offers 60 rooms furnished in 19th century Florentine style, with precious tap- estries and frescoed ceilings. Spacious and bright, the rooms have satellite TV, SKY TV, direct dial telephone, free Wi-Fi and cable internet access, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities, adjustable air conditioning and beautiful marble bathrooms with a shower or bathtub. Superior rooms are larger and have a terrace
Price per person in a classic b & b room from € 56 per night
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HOTEL ROMA 4* - FLORENCE
It is a 4-star hotel in the center of Florence. The structure is housed in an ancient palace of 1700 that overlooks Piazza Santa Maria Novella, one of the essential places for those who have chosen to visit Florence. The Hotel enjoys an optimal position and is equipped with all comforts while retaining the typical charm of the historic hotel in Florence. Among the main services that the hotel offers:wifi, gym, garage, american bar, room service laundry service
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Our 57 rooms, cared for in every detail, furnished with a sober and elegant taste, in per- fect harmony with the eighteenth-century style of the building and with the external context of one of the most renowned art places in Italy. The soft colors, the spaciousness of the spaces, the elegance of the marbles, the wood and the surfaces envelop in a restful atmosphere that combines luxury with the warmth of domestic intimacy. All rooms are equipped with free WI-FI, air conditioning, hairdryer, safe, Mediaset Pre- mium channels, courtesy line Price per person in a classic b & b room from € 72 per night
6 ETRUSCO AREZZO HOTEL 4* - AREZZO
Etrusco Arezzo Hotel located 5 minutes walk from the Arezzo Fairgrounds and only 2km from the historic center of one of the most fascinating medieval cities of Tuscany. The hospitality of this hotel starts with the rich buffet breakfast until dinner in the restaurant "Le Anfore" which offers a full buffet service, full of typical Tuscan food. Available to guests different types of rooms: The economy rooms are comfortable and convenient, located on the un-renovated floor of the hotel. With quality services: Wi-Fi for which you can ask the Reception for access codes and the cost of the service, the minibar, the TV 32 '' LCD with Sat Premium vision, the safe
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The Superior rooms of the hotel welcomes you in warm and comfortable spaces with a large double bed in relaxing tones of pure white. Relax in its 18 square meters of space: free Wi-Fi, free and unlimited, 32 '' LCD TV with Sat Premium vision, a soft bathrobe and slippers for an extra cuddle, relax with a bathroom enriched by Salvatore Fer- ragamo branded products in the fragrance "Tuscany Soul", in the morning the taste of reading your favorite newspaper reserved for you, you can park your car comfortably in the covered garage, it's free, the drinks of the minibar are all offered, the hot drinks of coffee at the bar of the Hall are included for you The marble bathroom has a comfort- able tub and a functional shower. We offer an ecological solution with comfortable shampoo-shower soap and hand soap dispens- ers with the "Wood of citrus" fragrance spe- cially designed for our Hotel. Price per person in double room b & b from € 45 per night
8 HOTEL CERTALDO 4* - CERTALDO ( FI )
Hotel Certaldo was born from the renovation of an ancient mill of 1500 on the Elsa river, of which still preserves the architecture and numerous details of style. The his- toric home of the old mill is now a splendid four-star hotel, an extremely elegant and welcoming environment. Pink Pepper, Cinnamon, Ginger, Thyme and Anise: these are the main ingredients of our hospitality, 5 different types of rooms, all elegant, sober and comfortable.
For every confirmed booking, check-in is guaranteed from 2.00 pm onwards, while at the reception you can find hotel staff throughout the 24 hours.
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Available to customers in the rooms: soundproof windows, electronic opening Air conditioning, direct dial telephone, LCD TV 26/32, wi-fi connection, combination safe, hair dryer; we also have Book crossing corner, Info & activities desk, Outdoor swimming pool, Fitness room, Free private park- ing Price per person in Timo room from € 49.00 per night in bed and break- fast
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CHIANTI VILLAGE MORROCCO 3* - TAVARNELLE VAL DI PESA (FI)
With a view of the most evocative and well-known sceneries of Tuscany, the Chianti village is surely the ideal vacation spot for those who want to discover all the natural and artistic wonders that Chianti and, not only, offer. Guests have access to a beautiful swimming pool, a restaurant and 57 apartments equipped with all comforts and furnished with a sober and modern design. All apart- ments have wifi, LCD televisions, latest generation kitchens with dishwashers, micro- waves, telephones, air conditioning and an outdoor area (garden or terrace). Half and full board are also available
Price per person studio b & b from € 40 per night
11 12 RELAIS VIGNALE 4* - RADDA IN CHIANTI (SI )
The Relais ,located in the area of production of Chianti Classico wine and more pre- cisely a few steps from the historic center of Radda in Chianti, reserve for its guests the wonderful landscape of the Chianti hills and its vineyards, Ideal starting point for visit- ing city art such as Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Arezzo, to explore the me- dieval villages and castles of Chianti, taste wines in the local farms, go for walks or bike rides through the enchanting unspoiled landscape Relais Vignale offers the warmth and elegance of an old 18th century manor house .Living rooms with fireplace, bar, TV lounge, multilingual library, meeting room, Wi-Fi, shop, restaurant, panoramic outdoor swimming pool, large garden, panoramic terraces, private parking. The Vignale Restau- rant offers typical dishes of traditional Tuscan cuisine with a rich variety of grilled meats. In summer, in the splendid panoramic terrace, in winter in the warm and cozy rooms of the tavern. In addi- tion, from the kitchen you can enjoy venison and Chianina tartare, homemade pasta, typical Tuscan soups, all the classic dishes cooked in a classic way and also excellent traditional seafood seconds.
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All rooms have Wi-Fi, individually controlled air conditioning and heat- ing, a telephone, a minibar and a TV. The Suites all have a whirlpool bath and shower, and are equipped with a loggia or terrace and overlook a won- derful landscape. The Junior Suites, all with Jacuzzi and shower, are all in the main building overlooking the court- yard or the garden. The Deluxe rooms, all with a seating corner and a coffee table, are in the main building or in the annex and have a wonderful view of the garden or the valley. The Superior rooms are all in the addiction and enjoy a wonderful view of the valley. The Classic rooms are all in the main building and can overlook the village. Price per person in double classic room b & b from € 70 per night
14 CASTELLO DI SPALTENNA 5* - GAIOLE IN CHIANTI ( SI )
Set in a former 10th-century monastery in the Tuscan countryside, Castello di Spal- tenna Exclusive Resort & Spa features 2 swimming pools, one of which is heated, and a restaurant. The outdoor pool has a waterfall and a sun terrace. An indoor pool over- looking the countryside. Set in the old castle hall, Il Pievano restaurant offers an ex- tensive wine list, including the locally sourced Chianti, while the courtyard provides the ideal setting for a candlelight dinner. The hotel also offers a sauna, a Turkish bath, a gym, a tennis court and a billiards room.. Its rooms, welcoming and familiar, are made above all to be lived with love and taste, not as simple rooms. Four-poster beds or wrought iron, writing desks and wooden trunks of the nineteenth century, decorated curtains and cof- fered with marble shelves populate the rooms, each one different from the oth- ers but all strictly in local rustic style. Because every- thing around you has the taste of Tuscany and Chi- anti.
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Classic: The peaceful view of the garden, the church and the vineyards of the castle will give you a good morning every morning. The country-chic decor that characterizes all the Classic Rooms of the Castle of Spaltenna cloaks the environment of a warmth and delicacy worthy of the most beautiful Tuscan country residences. In every room there is free wi-fi to surf the internet as long as you want and sat TV to have fun and relax in your room. Each Superior Room hides a surprise: if you are lucky you may find yourself resting in a fairy-tale four-poster bed or relaxing in a Jacuzzi. Ceilings with exposed beams, terracotta floors and refined rustic details give each room an unmistakable wel- come, Deluxe: After a walk in the countryside, a wine tasting tour for local farms or an excursion to Siena ... there is nothing more relaxing than a hot bath, preferably with a whirlpool. In all DeLuxe Rooms there is a jacuzzi or hydromassage shower dedi- cated to those who want to pamper themselves. Junior Suite: enjoy a glass of wine in a Junior Suite while outside the unripe colors of the Tus- can countryside come on. It is an experience to be tried. In the Junior Suites of the Castello di Spaltenna, the classic style furniture in wood and wrought iron and terracotta floors are added the wide spaces and the original fireplaces that once offered warmth in the chilly winters of Chi- anti. Only in these rooms: large spaces and original fireplaces, jacuzzi or hydromassage shower. There are also splendid suites with exclusive spaces, panoramic terraces and other refined surprises Price per person in a classic double room in b & b from € 105.00
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CASTELLO DI VELONA 5* - MONTALCINO ( SI )
Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal Spa & Winery is a historic building dating back to the eleventh century, located on a hill overlooking the Val d'Orcia. The Resort, with private parking, is only 2 km from the Sant'Antimo Abbey, 12 km from Montalcino and a 30-minute drive from Siena. Castello Di Velona, as well as a 1,500 m² wellness center, has a restaurant with Tuscan specialties and its own production of wines and extra virgin olive oil. Immersed in a landscape of olive trees and vineyards that pro- duce the famous Brunello di Montalcino, from the Castle of Velona Resort Thermal Spa & Winery you will be able to visit the famous cities of Siena, Pienza, Montepul- ciano, San Quirico d'Orcia and the extraordinary beauties of Abbey of Sant'Antimo and Monte Oliveto Maggiore. In addition, you can take advantage of the new Tech- nogym & Hatlex gym, a new way to take care of your health and re- laxation
17 The internal rooms stretch out over the Val D'Orcia thanks to the panoramic ter- races of the Castle's two restaurants, one facing east with the first rays of the sun, the other fac- ing west on the sunset. Here you experience complete sen- sory emotions, immersed in the silence and romanticism of the landscape, tasting the fine wines and olive oil produced by the Castello farm and savoring the great specialties of the Tuscan regional tradition and of the Italian Mediterranean cuisine, The Brunello di Montalcino, produced in the 5 hectares of vineyards of the estate's farm, is the spearhead of the wine list, to be tasted also in the internal cloister, the ner- ve center of the Castello di Velona, projected towards the sky by the crystal coating of the ceiling. To complete the food and wine offer, the Pool Restaurant, in the pool and wellness area, to enjoy, at any time of day, a refreshing drink, a drink or a light snack.
Exhibited on the unforgettable sunsets of the Val d'Orcia and the vineyards of the estate, the 44 rooms and suites of Castello di Velona Resort, divided into the two types Castle and Sunset, are luxurious environments dedica- ted to wellness, nature, colors and the hi- story of the great Tuscan tradition.
Price per person in a double room in b & b from € 240.00
18 BORGO TRE ROSE 4* - MONTEPULCIANO ( SI )
The harmonious landscape of the Tuscan countryside, in which the sinuous hills ador- ned with vineyards and olive trees alternate with the gentle slopes that overflow with flowers, is the setting that welcomes those visiting Borgo Tre Rose, a country hotel located in Montepulciano, just minutes from Cortona. Pienza, Montalcino and Siena.
There are 38 accommodations for guests with refined style in full harmony with the classic elegance of this medieval village, thanks to the careful restoration that has en- hanced its charm without neglecting the most modern comforts. The privileged position of the Borgo, set in the beautiful Tenuta Tre Rose, allows you to experience an authentic wine experience, because among these vineyards, arran- ged on 5 hills, the Nobile di Montepulciano is born, a wine of the highest quality that, first in Italy, has recei- ved the DOCG recogni- tion.
19 The restaurant with panoramic terrace of Borgo Tre Rose is the perfect complement to a holiday in Tuscany, one of the most celebrated destinations in the world for the deli- cacy of food and the prestige of its wines.
Enter the cozy internal room, cleverly made from the original structure of the house, let yourself be guided in the choice of dishes from the menus dedicated to local specialties, such as crostini with chicken liver pate, homemade pici and pappardelle or chianina cut, all accompanied by extra virgin olive oil in the typical Tuscan varieties (Frantoio, Moraiolo and Leccino), hand-picked and cold-pressed, as tradition dictates.
The outdoor pool o- verlooking the hills is the space dedica- ted to relax, espe- cially when the sun is high in the sky and a swim refreshes your thoughts. The de- ckchairs, sunbeds and umbrellas make the pool of the Borgo a cozy oasis where you can take a break at different times, for example after follo- wing a guided tour or shortly after sunset, for a drink or a glass of wine. Borgo Tre Rose has the advantage of offering its guests rooms distinguished by the classic Tuscan architectural style, in which terracotta floor and ceilings with exposed wooden beams, details that express refinement, warmth and harmony. The brightness is the artist's touch that brings out the spaciousness of the rooms, and the furniture with soft colors give elegance to the rooms . Satellite TV, safe, minibar, free Wi-Fi, private bathroom, direct dial telephone, heating and air conditioning are the services that enrich the offer and meet the needs of each type of guest. Price per person in a double room in b & b from € 55.00
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GRAND HOTEL ADMIRAL 4* - CHIANCIANO TERME (SI)
The grand hotel,is located in the center of chianciano terme, S just 8 km from the exit of the A1 motorway, has a spa area of 1000 square meters and offers a heated indoor pool "water play" with water games, waterfall and hydromassage sessions and made beautiful by the mosaic coating; emotional showers, Finnish sauna, purifying path in hammam and rasul, kneipp path, fitness area and above all the presence of friendly and professional operators at your disposal
The hotel offers a range of different types of rooms and suites: classic room with hydromassage shower, superior room with whir- lpool tub, Junior suite with bath and hydromassage shower and a Presidential suite, all type of rooms have courtesy kit, minibar, satellite TV and air conditioning
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The restaurant “ Zafferano” offer you to taste the traditional Tuscan dishes accompa- nied by the most renowned wines of the region
At guests' disposal we also have a cafe lounge bar, park with outdoor pool, private parking and garage, free wifi in the lobby, miniclub and service baby sitting on request and more that you will discover visiting this beautiful hotel
Price per person in a classic b & b room from € 50 per night
22 HOTEL CALA DI MOLA 4* - PORTO AZZURRO ISOLA D’ELBA
The complex of cala di mola is like a characteristic Mediterranean setting, built like a village with terraced pavilions, all the lodgings have independent entrances in the countryside The reception area, a typical café, the restaurant and the adjoining rooms are at the center of the hotel. All standard and superior rooms have sea view, a balcony or a small garden, very spacious, private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, air conditioning and minibar
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Also available private equipped area to the sea and adjacent to the pool (free use of umbrellas, sunbeds, changing rooms) During the summer season entertainment staff organizing plea- sant evenings and piano bar, miniclub from 3 to 10 years and recreational and sport activities Price per person in a standard room half board basis from € 45.00
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A land rich in culture, art, food and wine but also beautiful roads to travel with our bikes. At your disposal, expert and professional guides who will accompany you along unusual routes
GARFAGNANA
3 days/ 2 nights
Day 1 - Reggio Emilia / Sillano 160 km - 5 h of route
Departure from Reggio Emilia direction of Quattro Castella, Canossa (visit of the Rocca and the Castle of Rossena)At the end of the visits we will leave for Carpineti, from whe- re we will admire the Castello delle Carpinate, then continue to Castelnovo de Monti and its Pietra di Bismantova, where we will stop for free time and lunch (not included) Around 14.30 / 15.00 departure for Fivizzano passing through Passo Cerreto and fi- nally Sillano Here on a farm, overnight stay and dinner
2nd day - Sillano / Pistoia 120 km - 3 h of route
After breakfast departure for Piazza al Serchio, San Rossano in Garfagnana and Casti- glione di Garfagnana, where we will stop for a visit to the historic centerAt the end we will continue to Barga - Fornoli - Bagni di Lucca and CollodiStop for free time, indivi- dual visits and lunch (not included)Continue to Pescia and finally Pistoia
Dinner and overnight at the hotel
3rd day Pistoia / Modena km 150 - 5 h of route
After breakfast walk downtown to admire the Capital of Culture 2017, followed by de- parture for Abetone, Pieve Pelago, Pavullo nel Frignano, Serramazzano and finally Mo- dena
Along the way stop for lunch (not included)
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The quote for person is Eur 500 and includes: - Expert and professional tour leader
- 2 overnight stays as per the half-board (1st category) program
It does not include :
- Meals and beverages not indicated
- Motorcycle rental (on request)
- Insurance and other personal expenses - Everything not indicated in the quote includes
26 THE BEST OF APPENNINES 4 days/ 3 nights
Day 1 - Bologna / San Lorenzo village - 130 km - 3 h of route
Departure from Bologna and departure for San Lazzaro di Savena, Farneto (crossing the Gessi regional park), Zeno and the Montagna delle formicheWe continue to the Pas- so della Raticosa up to Firenzuola.Along the way stop for lunch (not included)After lunch we will continue on the Giogo pass, Scarperia, Mugello Autodromo and finally Borgo San Lorenzo
Check in in hotel , dinner and overnight
2nd day Borgo San Lorenzo / Anghiari km 150 - 4 h of route
After breakfast departure for Fiesole, where we will visit the historic center, we will continue to Pontassieve, Passo della Consuma, Poppi Along the way stop for lunch (not included) Restart for Bibbiena, sanctuary of La verna (visit) up to Anghiari
After visiting the historic center we will go to settle in the hotel, dinner and overnight
3rd day Anghiari / Verucchio km 110 - 3 h of route
After breakfast departure for San Sepolcro, of which we will visit the historical center, we will continue for the Pass of Via Maggio, we will admire the area of the Montefeltro very dear to artists like Piero della Francesca, leonardo da vinci Stop along for the lunch (not included) Continue to Verucchio, dinner and overnight
4th day Verucchio / Florence 200 km 4 h of route
After breakfast departure for Cesena, from here we will continue to Fratta Terme up to the Passo del Muraglione, lunch along the path not included
Once in Dicomano, we will continue to Florence where we will end our tour
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The quote per person is EUR 545 and includes: - Expert and professional tour leader
- 3 overnight stays as per the half-board (1st category) program
It does not include : - Meals and drinks not indicated
- Motorcycle rental (on request)
- Insurance and other personal expenses
- Everything not indicated in the amount includes
28 From Arezzo to Val d'Orcia throughout L'Amiata 5 days/ 4 nights
1st day Arezzo
Free arrivals and in the afternoon gui- ded tour of the city
Dinner and overnight
2nd day Arezzo / Abbadia San Salvatore 130 km - 3 h of route
After breakfast departure for Cortona and visit of the small town, we continue to Mon- tepulciano where we will stop for lunch and visit (not included)We leave for Radicofani and finally Abbadia San Salvatore Dinner and overnight
3rd day Abbadia san salvatore / Abbadia san salvatore km 140 3h of route
After breakfast departure for Santa Fiora, Arcidosso, Monti- cello Amiata up to Sant'antimo, where we will stop for the visit of the famous Carolingian abbey
We will continue to Montalcino where it will be possible to have lunch and taste the famous wi- nes
In the afternoon return to Abba- dia S. Salvatore
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4th day abbadia san salvatore / arezzo km 140 - 3 h of route After breakfast departure for Castiglione d'orcia, s. Quirico d'orcia, Asciano, Column of cricket
Stop for lunch (not included)
Continue to Monte San Savino and finally Arezzo Hotel accommodation, dinner and overnight
5th day - end of services After breakfast end services
The quote per person is € 750 and includes:
- Expert and professional tour leader
- 4 overnight stays as per the half-board (1st category) program
It does not include : - Meals and drinks not indicated
- Motorcycle rental (on request) - Insurance and other personal expenses
- Everything not indicated in the amount includes
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Island of Elba - 2 days of mototour
Departure / Arrival: Certaldo / Certaldo Kilometers: 420 Duration: 2 days Type of road: mixed, hill, sea
Program :
1st day Meeting in Certaldo and departure for Piombino where we will take the ferry to Portoferraio. After a short excursion to Capo D'enfola, we will leave the west coast and find the most enchanting bea- ches (procchio, guardiola and Biodola), we will have time for relaxing on the beach or even a swim We will start again for Laco- na, where we will have time for lunch and relax on the beach In the afternoon departu- re for Porto Azzurro and check into the hotel Dinner and overnight
2nd day After breakfast departure for Rio nell'' Elba - Rio Marina, time for relaxation and visit of the city center We leave for Cavo where we will enjoy a light lunch on a terrace with a splendid sea view In the afternoon departure for Bagnaia and Portoferraio, ferry to Piombino and return to Certaldo
It is carried out: Wednesday & Thursday or on request Languages: Italian, English, German, Spanish Includes: expert and professional guide and tour leader, good hotel accommodation, all meals as per program excluding drinks, round-trip ferry ticket
Price: € 280.00 per person
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Island of Elba - 3 days of moto tour
Departure / Arrival: Certaldo / Certaldo Kilometers: 460 Duration: 3 days Type of road: mixed, hill, sea
Program : 1st day Meeting in Certaldo and departure to Piombino where we will take the ferry to Porto- ferraio. After a short excursion to Capo D'enfola, we will leave the west coast and find the most enchanting beaches (procchio, guardiola and Biodola), we will have time for relaxing on the beach or a swim We will start again to Laco- na, where we will have time for lunch and relax on the beach In the afternoon departure to Porto Azzurro and check into the hotel Dinner and overnight
2nd day After breakfast departure to Marina di Campo, Mortigliano and Marciana Break for lunch In the afternoon time for relax, indi- vidual visits and swimming in Marciana Marina before returning to Porto Azzurro Dinner and overnight
3rd day After breakfast departure for Rio nell'' Elba - Rio Marina, time for relax and visit of the city center We leave for Cavo where we will enjoy a light lunch on a terrace with a splendid sea view In the afternoon departure to Bagnaia and Portoferraio, ferry to Piombino and return to Certaldo
It is carried out : Wednesday & Thursday & Friday or on request Languages: Italian, English, German, Spanish Includes: expert and professional guide and tour leader, 2 nights in good hotel accom- modation, all meals as per program excluding drinks, round-trip ferry ticket
Price: € 410.00 per person
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Departure / Arrival: Certaldo / Certaldo Kilometers: 690 km Duration: 4 days / 3 nights Type of road: mixed, hill, sea, mountain Program : 1st day Meeting in Certaldo, briefing with your guide and departure for Monteriggioni, where we will make a short stop for some nice photos and then restart to Paganico. Along the way stop for lunch (not included) In the afternoon departure to castiglione della pesca- ia and check in at your re- sort Dinner and overnight 2nd day After breakfast de- parture to Pi- tigliano, the city of “tufo” where we will make a stop for visit, Or- betello & Ar- gentario. Here we will have time for lunch (not inclu- ded), for a walk on the beach or a swim if you want! In the afternoon we continue to Scansano, Sa- turnia and return to to castiglione della pescaia Dinner and overnight 3rd day After breakfast departure to Castel del piano , arched Monte Amiata Time for lunch (not included) In the afternoon departure to Abbadia San Salvatore, Radicofani, castiglione della pe- scaia Dinner and overnight 4th day After breakfast, return to Certaldo where we will greet or leave for another exciting tour together
It is carried out: upon request Languages: Italian, English, German, Spanish Includes: expert and professional guide and tour leader, accommodation at Roccamare Resort 4 * (with a splendid seafront resort pool), half board Price: € 685.00 per person from 14/04 to 31/05 & from 09 / 09-20 / 10; € 820.00 from 04/06 to 14/07
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Treasures of Tuscany ... continuum
Departure / Arrival: Castiglione della Pescaia / Certaldo Kilometers: 370 km Duration: 3 days / 2 nights Type of road: mixed, hill, Program : 1st day Meeting in Castiglione della pescaia , briefing with your gui- de and departure to sant Anti- mo, with visit to the abbey, Mon- talcino and Pienza Time for lunch (not included) and conti- nuation to Montepulciano, short stop for visit, and finally arrival at Chianciano Terme. Check in at your farm Dinner and overnight 2nd day After breakfast departure to Chiusi where we will visit the maze of Porsenna and Città della Pieve. Time for lunch (not included) and continuation to San Casciano dei Bagni and return to Chianciano Terme Dinner and overnight 3rd day After breakfast departure to Asciano (Crete Senesi), Castelnuovo Berardenga and Radda Time for lunch (not included) In the afternoon departure to Castellina in Chianti and return to Certaldo It is carried out: upon request Languages: Italian, English, German, Spanish Includes: expert and professional guide and tour leader, accommodation at Rocca- mare Resort 4 *, half board Price: € 490.00 per person from 14/04 to 31/05 & 09/09 to 20/10, € 565.00 from 04/06 to 14/07
For other "tailor-made" itineraries, details and further information contact us either by e-mail at [email protected] or by telepho- ne at 0571 165 65 40
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TOUR WITH RENT
Do not you have the motorbike? No problem we will hire one of us ... below an idea of itinerary Other brand and model of motorcycles are available, contact us for details or quotes
1st Day - Florence
When you arrive at the airport or the railway station, transfer to Hotel Adler 4 * or similar
Free time available
Overnight
2nd day Florence
Free time for individual visits to the beautiful city of Florence
3rd day - Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
After breakfast pick up at your hotel, transfer for the bike pick-up, breafing with your tour leader and departure for your accommodation. In the Chianti Morrocco village 3 *. Your luggage will be transported by one of our representatives
Overnight
4th day - Chianti
After breakfast meet with your tour leader and departure for an enchanting itinerary in Chianti: Greve - Castellina - Radda - Gaiole - Castello di Brolio (here time available for the visit and lunch not included) Re-start and continuation for castelnuovo berardenga - Pianella and finally return to your structure
Overnight
5th day - San Gimignano & Volterra
After breakfast meet with your tour leader and departure for an itinerary in the Middle Ages: Colle val d'elsa- san gimignano - volterra (time for individual visits and lunch not included)
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Restart for gambassi and Certaldo (stop for visit) and return to hotel Overnight 6th day - Crete Senesi After breakfast meet with your tour leader and departure for the Crete Senesi: Monteriggioni (stop for a short visit) taverns of Arbia - Asciano (time available for visits and lunch not included) Restart for abbey of monte oliveto maggiore (time per visit) Buonconvento and return Overnight 7th day - end of services After breakfast transfer to return the motorbike and finally airport or station Other places on request
The quote includes: the various transfers as indicated in the program with luggage transport 2 nights at the hotel adler cavalieri 4 * or similar in b & b double bed 4 nights at Morrocco chianti village 3 * or similar in b & b double bed Suzuki vstrom rental bikes including helmets and cases (other types of bikes on re- quest) Expert and professional tour leader
Quotes do not include - Meals - Gasoline - Everything not indicated in "the quoteincludes"
Min 6 persons Fino al 19/08 e dal 16/09 al Dal 20/08 al 16/09 31/10 Quote per person € 1100 € 1250
36 WEEKEND BY QUAD
Fun and the beautiful landscapes of the Crete Senesi Day 1 - rapolano terme
Arrival at your farm
Free time available
2nd day - quad tour
After breakfast departure for your tour in the Crete Senesi (2 hours) Return to your farm and free time at your disposal
3rd day - end of services The pilot fee of eur 290 includes:
- Quad trip with guide - Two nights in a farmhouse in bed and breakfast
The accompanying fee of eur 180 includes
- Two nights in a farmhouse in bed and breakfast It does not include :
- Meals and drinks not indicated - Insurance and other personal expenses
- Everything not indicated in the amount includes
37 WEEKEND DELUXE BY QUAD
Fun, the beautiful landscapes of the Crete Senesi and luxury accommodation 1st day—Rapolano Terme
Arrival at your castle Free time available
2nd day - quad tour
After breakfast departu- re for your tour in the Crete Senesi (Full day including lunch)
Return to your hotel
3rd day - rapolano Free day for individual visits
4th day end services
The Eur 760 pilot quota includes:
- Quad biking with lunch guide included - Three nights in a luxury hotel in bed and breakfast The accompanying fee of eur 400 includes - Lunch during quad excursion
- Three nights in a luxury hotel in bed and breakfast It does not include :
- Meals and drinks not indicated - Insurance and other personal expenses
38 ESCORTED PRIVATE TOUR
ITALY GRAND TOUR
1ST day - Sunday - ROME
Upon your arrival in Rome transfer to your 4 * Anglo Ameri- can hotel or similar Overnight
2nd day - Monday – Rome
In the morning meeting point with your guide for a half-day wal- king tour Leisure time in the af- ternoon
3rd day - Tuesday - Rome
Day available for individual visits (it’s possible to book the entrance to the various Ca- pitoline museums)
4th day - Wednesday - Rome
Very early in the morning meeting with the vs tour leader to go to the papal audience, in the afternoon departure for Ravello Overnight at hotel bonadies 4 * or similar
5th day - Thursday - Amalfi coast
In the morning departure with the vs tour leader for the visit of amalfi and positano
Return to Ravello
6th day - Friday - Capri
In the morning departure with the vs tour leader for sorrento where you will take the hydrofoil for capri (approximate time 08.55 with arrival around 09.30)
Return to Capri at 5.45 pm with arrival at 6.15 pm and transfer to Ravello
7th day Saturday - orvieto
In the morning departure to caserta to visit the palace and in the afternoon departure to orvieto
Overnight at 4 * Hotel aquila Bianca or similar
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9th day - Mon- day - Sorano & Pitigliano
In the morning departure for sorano and visit of the Etruscan tombs, continua- tion to Pitiglia- no, famous city of “tufo” and we will end the day with a walk along the lake of Bolsena Return to orvieto
10th day – Tuesday - Montalcino
In the morning departure to sant antimo and visit of the famous Carolingian abbey, continuation to Montalcino where you will taste the famous Brunello and have lunch with local products Continue to Certaldo and overnight at Hotel Certaldo 4 * or similar
11th day - Wednesday - Volterra & San Gimignano
In the morning departure to Volterra and visit the mystical Etruscan city, continue with San Gimignano, the most famous medieval skyline, we end the day with a visit to the historic center of Certaldo which gave birth to the great poet and writer Giovanni Boc- caccio Here you will taste a gourmand dinner at the famous Osteria del Vicario Return to the Certaldo hotel
12th day - Thursday - Urbino
In the morning departure for Urbino, visit of the city and continuation to Ravenna
Overnight at hotel bezzi 4 * or similar
13th day - Friday - Ravenna
In the morning walking tour of the city of ravenna: tomb of Dante, Mausoleum of Galla placidia, Mausoleum of Theodoric, Basilica of San Vital In the afternoon visit to the Ab- bazia of Pomposa and Sant Apollinare in class and return to Ravenna
14th day - Saturday
In the morning transfer to the Bologna airport Other locations on request
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The quote of EUR 1,500 per person INCLUDES: minivan & tour leader vs available from the 4th day
4 * hotel in Rome 3 nights double room and b & b basis
4 * hotel in Ravello 3 nights in a double room and b & b
4 * Hotel in Orvieto 3 nights double room and b & b basis
4 * Hotel in Certaldo 2 nights with double room and b & b
4 * hotel in Ravenna 2 nights double room and b & b basis
Transfer from Rome airport
Guided tour of Rome (hd)
Obtaining Papal Audience Tickets (on reconfirmation based on Papal commitments)
A / r capri hydrofoil ticket
Wine tasting and lunch in Montalcino
5-course tasting dinner Osteria del vicario (drinks not included)
The fee does not include :
Meals not indicated
Personal expenses
Anything not indicated in "the quote includes"
41 GRAN TOUR VIA FRANCIGENA: STORIES, MYSTERIES AND LEGENDS 8 days/ 7 nights
The Via Francigena was crossed for centuries by pilgrims, merchants and today by tou- rists. And this is a different way to go through it: retracing the legends and stories that have been handed down by the inhabitants of all those places on one of the most trave- led roads in the last millennium
1st day - Milan / Aulla Upon your arrival in Milan you will meet our guide and will leave to Aulla: visit of the Sanctuary of the Madonna degli Angeli and of the Brunella Fortress. Check in and overnight
2nd day - Lucca / Altopascio / Certaldo
After breakfast departure to Lucca with visit of the ancient medieval city (the cathe- dral of San Martino, San Frediano, the me- dieval walls, and more). Lunch in a typical restaurant and departure to Altopascio, short visit and finally arrival in Certaldo Check in and overnight
3rd day - Certaldo / S.Miniato / S.Vivaldo / Montaione / Certaldo
After breakfast departure for the visit of San Miniato and its Castle, San Vivaldo and the Jerusalem of Tuscany. Lunch in resurrent type and departure for Montaione, visit of the Parish Church of Santa Maria in Chianni and Rientro Overnight
42 4th day - Certaldo / Poggibon- si / Monteriggioni / San Gimi- gnano / Certaldo After breakfast departure to Poggibonsi with a visit to the Castle of StrozzaVolpe, the Me- dici fortress and the archaeo- drome, San Lucchese. We will continue with the fascinating medieval village of Monterig- gioni, a lunch break in a typical restaurant. In the afternoon visit of the famous San Gimi- gnano and return in the late afternoon. Overnight 6th day - Siena / S.Antimo / Monte Oliveto Maggiore / Siena After breakfast departure with your guide to S. Antimo and visit of the picturesque Ab- bey, lunch at the restaurant with wine tasting, including the famous Brunello di Montal- cino. In the afternoon visit of Monte Oliveto Maggiore and its frescoes by Antonio Baz- zi .. Return to the hotel and overnight 7th day- Siena / Bagno Vignoni / Bolsena / Rome After breakfast departure to Bagno Vignoni, short stop, continue to Bolsena, we will visit the city on the lake and lunch in a restaurant. Finally we’ll arrive in Rome and o- vernight 8th day - Rome After breakfast transfer to the airport or station Possibility of extension in Rome (on request) End of services
The quote is from € 1700.00 per person Price for large groups on request
The quote includes: 7 nights in a 4 * hotel, accommodation in a double / twin room in bed and breakfast Private car / minivan at your disposal e- xpert and professional Tour Leader 6 lunches (drinks not included) and a wine tasting The quote does not include: Tourist tax (to be paid directly to the hotel) Meals not mentioned Entrance fees to monuments and museums Everything not mentioned in "The price includes"
43 LUXURY TUSCANY 1st day
Meeting at the Florence / Pisa airport and transfer to your hotel Helvetia & Bristol 5 * or simi- lar Welcome drink and short meeting with your private guide
2nd day
After breakfast departure with your guide for a full day visito f Florence: Santa Maria Novella, Piazza Signoria, Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza Santa Croce and Ponte Vecchio. Return to your hotel and overnight
3rd day
After breakfast departure to Chianti, along the way stop for the visit of the famous Antinori Cellar, tasting wines and lunch: An architectural, tasting and emotional path that reveals, at the same time, the majesty of the winery and the elegance of wines most representative: Cervaro of the Umbria IGT Room, Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico DOCG Grand Selection, Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino D.O.C.G., Tignanello Tuscany I.G.T. they will be tasted in the exclu- sive Bottaia room or in the suggestive hanging room, overlooking the Barriccaia. The visit ends in the restaurant "Rinuccio 1180", overlooking the hills of the Chianti Classico. where Cont'Ugo Bolgheri D.O.C., Guado al Tasso Bolgheri D.O.C. Superior and dessert wine Muffato of Sala Um- bria I.G.T. will accompany traditional Tuscan dishes revisited in a contemporary way. At the end departure to Castellina in Chianti, radda in Chianti and finally Gaiole where we will check in to the Castle of Spaltenna and enjoy a gourmet dinner in the prestigious restaurant
Overnight
4th day
After breakfast departure to Monteriggioni for some beautiful photos and certaldo: here you will visit the small medieval town where you will be welcomed by a taste of wines. In the after- noon departure to San Gimignano and visit the famous medieval skyline In the evening you will have the opportunity to enjoy a typical din- ner at the home of a local family. you will have the opportunity to experience life in the Tuscan countryside
Return to gaiole and overnight
5th day
After breakfast check out and departure to visit the Crete Senesi and if you want you can indulge in a break at Rapolano Terme (not included): relax in the warm ther- mal waters while admiring the incredible landscape of the Crete Senesi! in the afterno- on departure to sant antimo with a visit to the ancient Carolingian abbey and check in to the castle of velona 5 * dinner in the castle restaurant
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After breakfast departure to the Val d'Orcia (location of famous films like "Il Gla- diatore") and visit of beau- tiful cities such as Pienza, Montepulciano and others. In the afternoon return to Montalcino where you will taste three types of Brunel- lo alla "Fortezza" Return to the hotel, dinner and over- night
7th day After breakfast transfer to the airport / station of Flo- rence / Pisa T The quote of € 2450 per person includes:
2 nights in Florence at the Hotel Heveltia & Bristol 5 * or similar, double room base in b & b
2 overnight stays in Gaiole in Chianti at the castle of Spaltenna 4 * sup or similar, base double room in b & b
2 overnight stays in Montalcino ca- stello di velona 5 * or similar, base double room in b & b Wine tasting and lunch at the antinori cellar
Tasting of wines and typical products in Certaldo
Brunello tasting in Montalcino Driver and tour leader
Transportation by private minivan/car It does not include: -
Meals and drinks not indicated
- Tips
- All that is not indicated in "The price includes"
45 LITERARY ITINERARY
Discovering the Italian literature, visiting the houses and places of various authors we will discover the poetry, the value and not only
1st Day - Divingiro
Meeting with the guide in Piazza Santa Croce under the statue of the Supreme Poet, from here we will start with the visit of the Church, Badia Fiorentina, Casa Dante Mu- seum, former Church of San Piero Scheraggio, former Church of San Biagio, “Pietra Scena” , Piazza trinità Over- night at your hotel Adler Ca- valieri 4 * or similar
2nd day - Carducci & Pascoli
Meeting with your guide at your hotel and departure for Santa Maria Monte (Pisa) and visit to Giosuè Carducci's house Departure for Lucca, time for city tour Restart For Ca- stelvecchio pastures and visit of the house of Giovanni Pascoli Return to Florence
3rd day - macchiavelli & Boccaccio
Check out and departure for San Casciano where we will visit the Macchiavelli house. Restart to Certaldo and visit of the Boccaccio house
Overnight at the Certaldo hotel or similar
4th day - Petrarca
After breakfast departure to Arezzo and visit of the city, where we will begin to disco- ver the Petrarca
Overnight at Hotel Etrusco 4 * or similar
5th day - Petrarca
After breakfast departure to Incisa val d'arno and visit of the Petrarch house Return to Florence
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The quote of EUR 925.00 per person includes:
- 2 nights in Florence Hotel Adler Cavalieri 4 * or similar, double room bed in bed and breakfast
- 1 night in Certaldo Hotel Certaldo 4 * or similar, double room bed in bed and breakfast
- 1 night in Arezzo Etrusco Hotel 4 * or similar, double room base in bed and breakfast - Tour Leader & Drivers at your disposal for the entire period The quote does not include:
- Meals - Everything that is not indicated in the fee includes
47 ITINERARIO ARTISTICO
Visiting museums, places, houses we will better understand great artists who still today com- municate mysteries and truths to us
1st day - Florence
Appointment to the Uffizi for a guided tour of one of the most extraordinary museums in the world Following leisure time and check in at your Hotel Adler Cavalieri 4 * or similar
2nd day - Florence
Meeting with your guide at your hotel and departure for the visit of the Bargello Museum, here we will discover Renaissance sculpture: Michelangelo, Cellini and the ceramics of the Della Robbia Following leisure time and return to the hotel, overnight
3rd day - Giotto & Leonardo
Check in and departure with your tour leader who will accompany you first to Vicchio to visit the house of Giotto and then to Vinci where we will visit the house and the museum to discover all about the genius and one of the symbols of the Renaissance: Leonardo da Vinci Following departure for Arezzo and overnight at the Etruscan Hotel 4 * or similar
4th day - Piero Della Francesca
After breakfast departure for San Sepolcro birthplace of Piero della Francesca and then we will visit the Montefeltro and some balconies from where you can admire the landscapes that have been the background to some splendid masterpieces of the Renaissance Return to Arezzo and overnight
5th day - Michelangelo
After breakfast we will go to visit the native city of another symbol of the Renaissance or Mi- chelangelo
Then return to Florence
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The quote of eur 1000.00 per per- son includes:
- 2 nights in Florence Hotel Adler Cavalieri 4 * or similar, double room bed in bed and breakfast
- 1 night in Certaldo Hotel Certal- do 4 * or similar, double room bed in bed and breakfast - 1 night in Arezzo Etrusco Hotel 4 * or similar, double room base in overnight stay and first colaizone - Tour Leader & Drivers at your disposal for the entire period - Tickets for the Uffizi entrance and the Bargello Museum The quote does not include:
- Meals
- Everything that is not indicated in the fee includes
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WEDDING IN TUSCANY
WEDDING STANDARD PACKAGE – 10 persons An intimate ceremony to celebrate your most beautiful day A weekend in a 4* Ho- tel, the celebration in the charming Pa- lazzo Pretorio in Certaldo and an e- legant small buffet for you and your guest
Price from € 3500 and included : - Support and coordination for the civil ceremony at Palazzo Pretorio in Certaldo
- 3 days/ 2 nights in Suite for the spouses at hotel4* and standard room for the guest, b&b basis
- A little buffet with tipical Tuscan food and wedding cake at the end of the cere- mony for 10 people ( beverages excluded)
50 WEDDING SUPERIOR PACKAGE – ALL IN TUSCANY – 30 PERSONS
Celebrate your beautiful day with friends and relatives in one of the most beautiful place in the world
A weekend in a 4* Ho- tel, the celebration in the charming Palazzo Pretorio in Certaldo and an elegant pooside l buffet in a tipical “ casolare “ with a pano- ramic view for you and your guest
Price from € 6900 and included: Support and coor- dination for the civil ceremony at Palazzo Pre- torio in Certaldo 3 days/ 2 nights in Suite for the spouses at hotel4* and standard room for the guest, b&b basis Wedding party at elegant country house with stunning views, poolside buffet with various corners : Corner of shepherd with various cheeses and cut beams, cor- ner of farmer with various products , Tuscan corner with tipical dishes like crostini, and various drinks
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WEDDING DELUXE PACKAGE – like a Moviestar – 80 persons
It will be an unforgettable day in the charming, beautiful and magic of Tuscany. Just like a Star…
Living the Dream, that’s what will be the most beautiful day of your like !
We will host you and your friends and family in a beauti- ful 4* hotel , you will have a wedding planner and coordi- nator. The bride will be pam- pered by a hair stylist and a makeup artist, and to accom- pany it a romantic vintage car with a driver, which then accompany the bride and the groom to the reception venue. A profes- sional photographer will immortalize your moments
The wedding party will be held at an elegant country house… and there will be a wonderful sur- prise for the spouses !
Price from € 29300 and included :
- Support and coordination for the civil ceremony at Palazzo Pretorio in Certaldo
- 3 days/ 2 nights in Suite for the spouses at hotel4* and standard room for the guest, b&b basis
- Hair stylist and makeup artist for the bride
- Photographic service of two hours
- Vintage car and driver
- Wedding party at elegant country house with poolside buffet of starters and tipical Tuscan products and a sitdown dinner
-Surprise for the spouses
-Wedding planner and coordi- nator to your disposal
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Via cavour 69 50052 certaldo ( FI) tel 0571 165 65 40 Email [email protected] Www.aigotravel.net
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