Tuscany Round Trip: Wine Country & Culture

Upon your arrival in Florence, your personal driver will take you to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is at your leisure, offering the perfect opportunity to explore Florence. Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, one of Florence's most important buildings, immortalized on thousands of postcards. Admire Michelangelo's 'David' in the Galleria degli Uffizi, stroll through the alleys and across the piazzas of the old town, and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Tuscan capital.

After breakfast, your chauffeur will drive you out of the city. Your destination in the Tuscan countryside is Podere il Casale. This estate nestled among gentle hills is a farm, winery, cheese dairy, and gourmet restaurant all at once. From here, embark on a guided expedition in search of the famous truffle mushrooms and enjoy an exquisite lunch with a view over the vineyards and hilly landscape of Tuscany. Afterwards, the art of cheese-making will be demonstrated in the on-site cheese dairy, where you will naturally receive a taste of the delicious specialties.

Your excursion today takes you about an hour outside of Florence. The small town of Siena is a true jewel of Tuscany. It is especially known for its medieval brick buildings and the famous Palio horse race, which takes place here twice a year. On a guided bike tour through the city and its immediate surroundings, you can admire not only Siena but also Tuscany, from a new perspective.

Your day begins with a drive to the medieval town of Montalcino, home of Brunello di Montalcino, one of the most famous red wines in the world. Just in time for lunch, you reach a former fortress where you can taste some of the best wines in the region. Enjoy lunch overlooking the surrounding vineyards and olive groves, and then embark on a tour of the Tuscan landscape with your private driver, visiting some of the most beautiful viewpoints in the region.

Today you leave Florence and travel further north to Liguria. Your destination is the beautiful coastal town of Santa Margherita Ligure. Here you can expect turquoise waters, a picturesque harbor, and elevated Mediterranean parks that promise a perfect view over the Ligurian coast.

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Follow the call of the sea aboard a private luxury yacht for a sailing trip along the Ligurian coast. As a special highlight, you will also visit the Golfo di Poeti. The so-called 'Gulf of Poets' is one of the most beautiful and deepest bays along the coast, enchanting with its picturesque harbor. Afterwards, you will sail on to the colorful houses and medieval fortress of Portovenere.

Discover Liguria today on foot, on a three-hour guided hike through the region's national park. This hike promises breathtaking views of the sparkling sea, picturesque coastal towns, and the beautiful mountains of the Ligurian hinterland. Enjoy this excursion into nature and let your guide introduce you to the local flora and fauna as well as the history of the coastal region.

Let your last evening conclude with a good glass of wine in the hotel and watch the sun slowly sink into the sea.

After breakfast, your private transfer service will take you to the airport in Genoa. From here, you will begin your journey home and, with a bit of luck after takeoff, catch a last glimpse of the sea and the beautiful landscape of Northern Italy.