Essential Tuscany and Rome

Essential Tuscany and Rome Wine Tour

Rome wine tour - credits Walks of Italy

At a glance

Region:Multi Region
Type of Tour:
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.

Trip Summary

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.

Exclusive Chianti - Chianti Winery
Siena wine tour- Credits Florence Town

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.

Bordeaux wine tour

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!

Rome wine tour

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.

Siena Wine Tasting Tour
Siena Wine Tasting Tour

Outline Itinerary

Day One

  • Upon arrival in Florence, check into a Classic room at the 4* Cellai Boutique Hotel.
  • Free afternoon to explore Florence independently.
  • We would be pleased to recommend a restaurant and reserve you a table for dinner if required.

Day Two

  • After breakfast, meet your English-speaking specialist wine guide at a central departure point for a full day transported tour. Your tour day will comprise of:
  • Tours and tastings at three Tuscan wineries in the Chianti vineyards.
  • An authentic Tuscan lunch at one of the estates.
  • An olive oil tasting at one of the wineries.
Brunello di Montalcino- Credits My Tour
Rome wine tour

Day Three

  • After breakfast, check out of the hotel.
  • Board the direct train, departing Florence Santa Maria Novella station  and arriving at Rome Termini.
  • Upon arrival in Rome, check into a Standard room at the Marcella Royal Hotel Rooftop Garden.
  • In the afternoon, you may wish to relax and settle in at the hotel. Alternatively you may prefer to explore Rome independently.
  • In the evening, take part in a walking gastronomy tour in Rome and visit delicious, traditional restaurants and trattoria with a local food-loving guide.
Rome wine tour
Rome wine tour credits Padelletti Cantina

Day Four

Today, you will be able to choose from the three following activities. All of these activities are small group activities.

  • Meet your tour guide at a central meeting point for a half day tour exploring the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
  • The remainder of the day will be free for you to do as you please.
Chianti Wine Tour - Credits Firenze Turismo
Rome wine tour

Final Day

  • After a leisurely breakfast, check out of the hotel.

 

(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.

Accommodation

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Package Prices

  • These prices are per person and based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin or double room.
  • These are realistic guide prices, based on travel in standard season (usually April to the end of October). Considerable discounts often apply for travel out of season (usually November to the end of March) or if there are more than two of you travelling together. Please let us know your preferred travel dates for a definitive price.
  • Although we propose specific hotels as part of our standard packages, we enjoy excellent relationships and preferential rates at the majority of the hotels in each of our featured destinations. Therefore if you would prefer to stay in a different hotel, this can be arranged. Please contact us for the relevant supplements/discounts.
  • Florence continues to be one of the most visited cities in the world, with 2 million visitors in 2023. Due to this high demand, accommodation prices in the city are often high and subject to fluctuations. While we have made every effort to estimate the cost of our packages accurately, there may be rare occasions where prices vary.
  • Other room grades are available at most of the hotels that we work with. Just let us know which hotel you prefer and we will send you the relevant supplements for the various room grades.
  • Single supplements and extra night prices are available upon request.
Hotel NameRoom GradeStar RatingDurationPrice Per Person
Tuscany and Rome HotelsElegant4*5 Days£1505Book Now
Chianti Wine Tour- Credits Florence Town
Chianti Wine Tour - Credits Florence Town

Enhance your Experience/Tour Upgrades

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.

  • Stay longer! Just let us know your preferred hotel and room grade, and we will provide you with the relevant supplement for extra nights with breakfast.
  • Additional tours and activities! We would be delighted to provide inspiration for more wine tours and cultural activities. The possibilities are endless!
  • Experience the region’s gastronomy. The wine regions are brimming with unique gastronomic dining opportunities and what better way to enjoy a glass than with a mouth-watering meal? We offer a variety of menus to suit every budget. Contact us for prices.
  • Tailor-made tour extensions. The team at Grape Escapes have travelled extensively in Europe, not just in the wine regions and can therefore recommend and arrange tailor-made tour extensions to other regions and cities, for example Paris in France or Bilbao in Spain.
Rome wine tour- credits 500 Touring Club
Rome wine tour- Credits My Tour

Further Information

Travel to your Essential Tuscany and Rome Wine Tour

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.

About Multi Region Breaks

For more information about our Multi Region breaks please see our Multi Region Breaks page.

Further Information / To Book

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.

Tuscany and Rome wine tour

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