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Created: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 - Departure: Saturday, October 19, 2024

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Private Wine Tour on Unexpected Trails from Siena

Embark on an exquisite journey through the rolling hills and vineyards of Siena, Italy. This private tour offers a personalized experience allowing you to immerse yourselves in the region's rich winemaking heritage. Discover hidden gems and taste the finest wines that Tuscany has to offer, all at your own pace and with the expert guidance of a local connoisseur.

Travel Guide and Reading Recommendations

As you prepare for your upcoming Italian adventure, we suggest you delve into the following guides and books to enhance your experience:

"The Companion Guide to Tuscany" by Elizabeth Speller - This guide will offer you an in-depth look at the history, culture, and landscapes of Tuscany, enriching your knowledge and appreciation of the region.
"Tuscany for the Shameless Hedonist: Florence and Tuscany Travel Guide 2021" by Ariela Bankier - A contemporary guide that focuses on the luxurious and indulgent experiences Tuscany has to offer, perfect for travelers seeking the finer things in life.
"Vino Italiano: The Regional Wines of Italy" by Joseph Bastianich and David Lynch - Gain insights into the vast world of Italian wines, with a focus on the regional specialties you'll encounter on your tour.
"Brunello to Zibibbo: The Wines of Tuscany, Central and Southern Italy" by Nicolas Belfrage - This book covers the wine varieties and traditions of central and southern Italy, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the wines you'll be tasting.

We hope these recommendations will provide you with a deeper connection to the places you'll visit and the wines you'll savor. Buon viaggio!

About the destination

Siena is a city in Tuscany, Italy. It is the capital of the province of Siena. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • The Piazza del Campo, the unique shell shaped piazza at the centre of the city, and twice a year the racetrack for the Palio • The Palazzo Pubblico, Siena's City Hall for almost 800 years, contains the famous frescos on good and bad government by Ambrogio Lorenzetti, frescoes by Simone Martini and Duccio, and access to the Torre del Mangia, from whose top you can view a beautiful panorama of the Sienese countryside. • The Duomo, Siena's magnificent black and white Italian Romanesque cathedral including the Libreria Piccolomini, Baptistery and an attached Museo dell'Opera del Duomo which includes the famous Maestà by Duccio. • The Pinacoteca, full of Sienese painting from the city's Medieval heyday. • The Palazzo Salimbeni, built in 1472, is the world headquarters of Monte dei Paschi di Siena, the major banking corporation which has a hand in much of the economic and cultural life of the city. • The house where St. Catherine of Siena was born is just a few blocks from the duomo. • The Piccolomini Palace built in 1459 by the well-known architect Bernardo Rossellino, disciple of Leon Battista Alberti. The Piccolomini Palace is one of the most popular sites on the Piazza del Campo. The Florentine style palace is home to the official archives of Siena.

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Private Wine Tour on unexpected trails from Siena

2 Entrances ( Adult: 2 )

6 hours 10:00 Private Tour

Discover the highlights of Chiantishire through the back-roads. There is a sort of magic in following the hidden gravel roads of Tuscany, “le strade Bianche”, that’s how we call them. Fascinating shortcuts across vineyards, olive groves, and woods offering breathtaking views.A private driver will pick you up from your accommodation to escort you through this enchanted...

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19 Oct 2024 - 19 Oct 2024

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