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Private Chianti Wine Tour with Castellina Visit from Rome
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Explore the historic center of Castellina in Chianti, a charming hilltop village famous for its stone streets, wine and olive oil traditions, and remarkable Etruscan heritage, including an ancient tomb dating back to the 7th–6th century BC.
Your experience continues with an authentic tasting of Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva, and exclusive estate wines at a selected local winery, all enjoyed with private transportation and a professional English-speaking driver for a relaxing and elegant day trip from Rome.
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What's Included
Included
- Professional English- and Spanish-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Private luxury transportation throughout the tour
Not Included
- Entrance fees to paid sites and personal souvenir purchases
- Winery experience including vineyard visit, tasting of 5 wines, and full traditional lunch(€70 p.p.)
- Gratuities for the driver (at your discretion)
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Itinerary
At 7:30 AM, depart directly from your accommodation in Rome in a luxury vehicle with a professional English- and Spanish-speaking driver. Enjoy a scenic journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, farms, castles, and cypress-lined roads in the renowned Chianti wine region, with photo stops available whenever you wish.
Your first stop will be a selected winery for a guided tasting experience led by a wine expert. Discover the history and traditions of Chianti while sampling up to seven organic wines, along with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The tasting is paired with local specialties such as cured meats, cheeses, olives, bruschetta, traditional pasta or ribollita, and the classic dessert wine Vin Santo served with cantucci biscuits.
Duration: 180 minutes
Your excursion begins with a visit to the ancient Etruscan town of Castellina in Chianti, renowned for its charming stone streets and characteristic historic center. Famous for wine and olive oil production as well as its rich archaeological heritage, the town preserves fascinating traces of history dating back to the Bronze Age. After exploring this picturesque hilltop village, the journey continues with a visit to a beautiful local winery.
Duration: 60 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 10 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- Professional English- and Spanish-speaking driver
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Private luxury transportation throughout the tour
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.