Brunello, presently considered the best wine in the world, has its ancestral roots in the passion of the inhabitants of Montalcino and in the ancient winemaking tradition, handed down from one generation to the next.
The town of Montalcino, sanctuary of this wine produced from Sangiovese grapes, stands on a charming hill that will let you relish its natural wholesomeness.
The town, its century-old fortress, and the best wineries reviewed on specialised magazines are the main destination of our outing.
Great skill in the cellar, which includes a long maturation in casks made from valuable wood, make Brunello, holder of the title of “Italian ambassador in the world of our winemaking reality”, the most highly regarded wine in the world.
You will have the opportunity to taste prestigious wines in the best wineries on the territory and to discover Montalcino, the beautiful Abbey of St. Antimo and the wonderful surrounding area.
Chianti & Castles tour
The beautiful ruby-red colour and the characteristic bouquet with scents of violet are the special features that reveal the identity of one of the most famous wines in the world: Chianti.
This wine results from the wise blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, and originates from the hilly area from which it draws its name.
Our expert and witty tour leaders will lead you to the discovery of the breathtaking, uncontaminated landscapes that have been cradling the Chianti vineyards for centuries, presenting you a harmony of colours that can only be found in the hills of this region.
The sounds, scents and flavours of this land will capture your senses through a unique experience that you will live, relish and comprehend by visiting ancient churches, medieval castles and small villages where the rhythm of life remains unaltered over time.
Together, we will enjoy exploring these fantastic sceneries and will appreciate their century-old traditions.
COOKING CLASS
The traditions of Tuscany are strongly linked to its flavours and cuisine. We
offer our guests cooking classes in the typical Tuscan style, to help them discover our roots and culture in a funny and original way.
Learn about the secrets of our cooking, the basic ingredients of our tradition,
and the magical way in which we combine them. From bruschetta to
homemade pici to the myriad of crostini, you will bring home a bit of “Tuscanness” to your dinner table. Fall in love with Tuscany through its food.
HORSE BACK RIDING
Travel on horseback leads to a deep understanding of our land and people. Don’t miss the opportunity to be a horseman for a day! Enjoy the open air of the Tuscan countryside. No experience in riding is necessary. Riding on horseback is ideal for rides through the Tuscan woods and hills. Let our guide take you on a search for beautiful little churches, deserted monasteries and castle ruins. The trails are often the same ones ancient pilgrims covered in the Middle Ages along the Via Francigena.
The tower houses of San Gimignano stand on a hill of the Val d’Elsa area, located north-west of Siena.
Symbols of the power and wealth of the town’s inhabitants, the 72 imposing structures, 14 of which have reached us intact, won San Gimignano its epithet “the town of a thousand towers”
Owing to the development of commercial trade on the Via Francigena, travelled during the Middle Ages by thousands of pilgrims heading towards Rome, San Gimignano has undergone an economic and cultural rebirth through the revival of its agriculture and its artisan crafts.
The artistic and cultural treasures of San Gimignano intertwine with the secrets of local food and wine products in a potpourri of scents and flavours. Our expert tour leaders will give you the opportunity to relish this sensory experience through a unique itinerary.
This matchless experience will let you appreciate the special beauty of the ceramics of Santa Fina and of local handicrafts.
We will lead you to the discovery of the ancient traditions from which originates the celebrated Vernaccia, the only Tuscan white wine that can boast the D.O.C.G. designation, that you will taste in one of the best wineries of the area along with a selection of typical wines.
CHIANTI & SAN GIMIGNANO GRAND TOUR
The beautiful ruby colour and the characteristic fragrance with hints of violet are the distinguishing marks of the identity of one of the most famous wines in the world: Chianti. You will taste this refined product at one of the best wine cellars of the area accompanying the wine with a selection of bruschettas (garlic bread), typical cheeses and Tuscan salami and sliced cold meats. Our expert and brilliant tour leaders will guide you in the discovery of the marvellous unspoilt landscapes that have been cradling the Chianti vineyards for centuries, unravelling before your eyes in a harmony of colours that only the hills of this region can give you. The sounds, fragrances and tastes of this land will steal your senses through a unique experience to be discovered, tasted and understood by visiting ancient churches, medieval castles and little hamlets where the pace of life has remained unchanged over the course of time. With us you will enjoy the pleasure of exploring these fantastic settings and relishing their ancient traditions.
Our tour then continues to San Gimignano.
The town is one of the most splendid examples of medieval towns and has been declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco.
San Gimignano, distinguished by its world famous, characteristic towered skyline, stands along the via Francigena on the hills of upper Val D’Elsa.
The town, also famous for its wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, saffron and the precious Santa Fina pottery, will meet our eye leaving everyone astonished by its beauty.
Our guide will accompany you to every corner of the town characterised by beautiful squares, buildings, churches and suggestive alleyways.
At the end of the tour we travel a few km to a famous wine estate where it will be possible to sample all the wines produced including Vernaccia di San Gimignano.
The sampling is combined with a typical dinner based on pasta, bruschettas, sliced cold meats and salami.
FLORENCE & UFFIZI GRAND TOUR
Florence, town of artistic and cultural treasures, hometown of painters and sculptors, writers and poets, opens its gates to all those who are keen to admire its multifaceted beauty and will therefore want to join us on an outing conceived especially for our tourists. We will escort you on a walking tour through the town’s most renowned streets, where the shop windows of the most famous Italian designers blend with the medieval and renaissance architecture, which has remained intact over the centuries.
You will be awed by the grandeur of the Duomo, Piazzale Michelangelo, and Piazza della Signoria, and by Via degli Orafi and the Ponte Vecchio, with its evocative scenery mirrored in the Arno River. We will accompany you on a visit to the Uffizi Museum, on a journey of more than four centuries, each one marked by the pictorial art of the most famous masters who trod the boards of the Florentine art scene starting from the Middle Ages. At the end of the visit, you may take advantage of some free time to go shopping: the classiest shops in town are waiting for you, and the San Lorenzo street market, with its leather products manufactured according to true Florentine tradition and the numerous souvenir stalls to browse through, will surely capture your interest and will let you take home fond memories of an unforgettable experience.
TRANSFER AND RENTAL
We offer our clients a quality service that stands out for punctuality, reliability, comfort and convenience for transfers to and from any destination they may need to reach.
Our fleet includes luxury cars, GT buses, limousines with driver and minivans, all air conditioned and offering all comforts.
We put a comfortable and reliable service at your disposal, to let you travel in total relaxation to and from any airport, town, rail station or any other place in Europe.
We offer shuttle service for hotels, parties, special and business events. A multilingual driver with long experience in the field will drive you directly to your accommodation or will be at your service to pick you up at your. accommodation and take you anywhere you may wish to go.
Our vehicles, with highly qualified drivers and chauffeurs, may also be rented for all types of transfers or itineraries.
Our company has its own fleet of buses and minibuses to be used for any type of Italian or European journey.
Our latest-generation buses offer the utmost safety and comfort.
On holiday or business, travelling with us will always be a pleasure!
Please contact us for a quick and detailed cost estimate for the rental of our vehicles with driver.
THE SERVICE INCLUDES:
Air conditioned cars, minivans or buses offering all comforts.
Qualified driver (multilingual on request).
Insurance.
FLEET:
CARS: MERCEDES class E and MERCEDES class S.
MINIVAN: MERCEDES VIANO 8 seats, MERCEDES SPRINTER 9 seats.
BUSES: MERCEDES 814 26 seats, MERCEDES SMILE 815 28 seats, SETRA 50 seats.
PRIVATE TOURS
Personalized tours in Mercedes cars or people carriers (depending on the number of the participants), ensuring the highest level of comfort. Our vehicles are fully equipped with all the options required for long trips, including air conditioning and colour TV. An English-speaking driver will be at your disposal for the whole day and will arrange the most satisfactory tour with you. Round trip transportation from your accommodation.
