Tuscany provides several wonderful opportunities to discover why its wines are so good - through our wine tasting and wine cellar tours. Undoubtedly, Chianti classico and the neighboring area of Chianti, just south of Florence, is one of the best known valleys and wine producing areas. Offering a wide selection of labels, production styles and recipes that exalt the Sangiovese grape which date all the way back to 1716 and beyond. Montepulciano enters into the zone of Vino Nobile. Pilgrims have been coming to Assisi, Italy since the 13th century to venerate St. Francis, who was born and buried here, but you don’t have to be religious to enjoy the beauty of this town. Framed by the long, undulating hills of Umbria, Assisi is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in the world and one of Italy’s most spell-binding gems.The entire town of Assisi is UNESCO World Heritage because of its plethora of art and historically significant buildings, like the Basilica di San Francesco.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Visit to one of the most ancient and beautiful wine cellar in Montepulciano
✔ Entrance tickets at St. Francis Basilica in Assisi
✔ Professional Tour guide (not on Sunday due to masses inside the basilica)
✔ Entrance at the Basilica of Santa Chiara in Assisi
✔ Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal
✔ Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
✔ Wine tasting with four different wines in Montepulciano
✔ Snack with local products (cheese, cold cuts) in Montepulciano
✔ Entrance in the Santuario della Spoliazione - Carlo Acutis'grave
✔ Entrance tickets at the "Porziuncola" Chapel in Assisi
✖ Food or drinks choices made outside the scope of the organized tasting tour
✖ Gratuities (optional)
✖ Private professional guide on Sunday due to masses inside the Basilica
Pickup Locations
1. Hotel La Place
2. Casa Santa Sofia
3. DoubleTree by Hilton Rome Monti
4. Massimi City Garden
5. Room Mate Filippo
6. Aberdeen Hotel
7. Hotel Albergo Santa Chiara
8. Dharma Luxury Hotel
9. Best Western Hotel Astrid
10. Hotel Duca D'Alba
11. Doria Palace Boutique Hotel
12. Residenza RomaCentro
13. Eterna Roma
14. Hotel Edera
15. Hotel Giotto Flavia
16. Profumo Maison Ripetta
17. Hotel De Rome
18. Hotel Archimede
19. Hotel Abruzzi
20. Charme Spagna Boutique Hotel
Additional Info: Pick up at 7:00 at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up
address.
N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.
Itinerary
1
Piazza Grande a Montepulciano
Standing high on the top a hill in Southern Tuscany not too far from Siena, Montepulciano is a medieval town of rare beauty highly recommended when visiting Tuscany. The city, full of elegant Renaissance palaces, ancient churches, charming squares and hidden corners, boasts vast panoramas all over the wonderful Val d'Orcia and Val di Chiana valleys that surround it. Piazza Grande is the heart of Montepulciano and the setting for its main events, including the barrel-racing contest Bravio delle Botti, held in August every year and much more. A walk through Montepulciano, is the best way to view the town and its beautiful landmarks as well as to enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside covered by vineyards producing the famous Nobile! Montepulciano has received great emphases following the filming of the vampire saga Twilight sequel New Moon.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Basilica Papale e Sacro Convento di San Francesco d'Assisi
Assisi, a medieval city built on a hill, is the birthplace of Saint Francis, closely associated with the work of the Franciscan Order. Its medieval art masterpieces, such as the Basilica of San Francesco and paintings by Cimabue and Giotto, have made Assisi a fundamental reference point for the development of Italian and European art and architecture. After Saint Francis and Saint Clare died, churches were built in their honor. The Church of Saint Francis, called the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi, is famous as his burial place. It is also famous for the fresco paintings on the walls and ceilings. Many visitors go to Assisi on pilgrimage. Assisi is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the year 2000.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
• Food or drinks choices made outside the scope of the organized tasting tour
• Dress code required for St. Francis Basilica and Porziuncola: knees and shoulders must be covered
