- Wine Tour Destinations
Region: | Multi Region |
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Type of Tour: | Multi Region |
Duration: | 5 Days |
Guide Price: | From £1360 to £1505 per person |
Number of Meals: | 4 breakfasts + 1 lunch + 1 food tour |
Number of Winery Visits: | 3 wineries |
Number of Wines Tasted: | Approximately 16 |
Tour Transport: | Full day guided and transported wine tour and activities on foot in Rome. |
Dates / Availability: | Available mid-week and weekends from April to the end of October. Please note that the full day tour in Rome is not available on Sundays. |
Based in the beautiful and historic city of Florence, the first part of your tour allows you to stay in the birthplace of the Italian rennaissance and discover the celebrated wines that makes Tuscany such a sought-after holiday destination amongst wine lovers. The second part of the trip will be spent in enchanting Rome, the Eternal City, where you will have the chance to explore some of its most iconic sights as well as to try the delicious local gastronomy.
After settling into your hotel in Florence on day one, we would be pleased to recommend a restaurant and reserve you a table for dinner if required
On day two, meet your English-speaking specialist wine guide at a central departure point in Florence and enjoy a day of tasting in the stunning Chianti vineyards. There will be a maximum of eight guests on the tour and the focus of the day will be the world-famous Tuscan wines and olive oils.
During the course of the day, you will be welcomed as the guests of three highly-regarded Tuscan wineries, where your guide will show you the fascinating wine-making process from vine to bottle. At each estate, you will taste a variety of Tuscany wines and olive oils, discovering the secrets of the Tuscan wine-makers. The traditional lunch served at one of the wineries will be a true highlight of your holiday. Here, you will taste examples of dishes that have made Tuscany such a well-loved gastronomic capital and of course, premium wines will complement the cuisine. You will be taken back to Florence at the end of the day.
The evening will be free for you to do as you please.
After breakfast on day three, check out of the hotel and board the direct train departing from Florence Santa Maria Novella station and arriving at Rome Termini. Upon arrival in Rome, check into a Standard room at the 4* Marcella Royal Hotel Rooftop Garden. The hotel is ideally located in Rome city centre, just a few minutes’ walk from the station. The afternoon will be free for you to do as you please. You may wish to relax at the hotel and settle in at your own pace. Alternatively, you may prefer to explore Rome independently.
In the evening, take part in a fabulous four hour walking gastronomy tour with a specialist foodie guide. This is a small group tour and there will be a maximum of ten guests. You will walk around the enchanting Eternal City and stop at traditional restaurants and trattoria sample local delicacies and flavourful wines. Your tour will include a stop to relax and try some lovely pasta and antipasti dishes and will end with a traditional gelato!
On day five, after a leisurely breakfast breakfast, meet your knowledgeable tour guide at a central departure point. Your day will start with a half-day tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Your guided tour will navigate through the vast halls of the Vatican Museums, home to one of the world’s most impressive art collections. You’ll see masterpieces such as Raphael’s “The School of Athens” in the Raphael Rooms and the intricate frescoes adorning the Gallery of Maps.
The highlight of your tour is the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll gaze upon Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes, including “The Creation of Adam,” and “The Last Judgment” on the altar wall. These iconic artworks offer a profound insight into Renaissance artistry and the chapel’s significance within the Vatican.
Following the tour, the remainder of the day is yours to explore the enchanting city of Rome at your leisure. Wander through historic streets, discover charming piazzas, and perhaps indulge in authentic Italian cuisine at a local trattoria.
After a leisurely breakfast on day five, check out of the hotel.
Day One
Day Two
Day Three
Day Four
Today, you will be able to choose from the three following activities. All of these activities are small group activities.
Final Day
(ii) The outline itinerary is indicative and is subject to minor changes depending on supplier availability. Availability cannot be guaranteed until we have received a confirmed booking, together with the deposit payment (or payment in full where the dates of travel are in less than 60 days). If the named accommodation / visits are not available, we will endeavour to find suitable alternatives of a similar grade; this may be subject to a supplement or a rebate depending on the price available.
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Hotel Name | Room Grade | Star Rating | Duration | Price Per Person | |
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Tuscany and Rome Hotels | Elegant | 4* | 5 Days | £1505 | Book Now |
If you would like to make your Grape Escapes holiday even more special, there are a number of additional activities that we can arrange for you. To complement the experience, these could be arranged to fit in/around your current itinerary or we can arrange additional nights and room upgrades at your hotel, as well as your travel arrangements, a stop-over en route and even a visit to another part of the country! See below for some of the most popular upgrades.
Given the wide range of travel options, the package prices do not include travel to Florence and from Rome. Please see our travel page for further information.
For more information about our Multi Region breaks please see our Multi Region Breaks page.
To secure your booking, a 20% per person deposit is required. Your remaining balance will then be due 60 days before you travel. Please call us on +44 (0) 1920 46 86 66 or e-mail info@grapeescapes.net to request a booking form.
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