Wines of Italy: Veneto & the Chianti Region

Venice

The magical city of Venice can be found delicately floating in the beautiful region of Veneto, which is home to the famous Glera grape vineyards that are used to create the popular Italian wine, Prosecco. After enjoying the romantic and captivating atmosphere of Venice you can enjoy a wonderful day tour to Valdobbiadene, where you can discover the secrets of Italian wine-making and Prosecco. In Valdobbiadene, which is considered the Prosecco capital, you will have the chance to visit a traditional winery with an expert guide to sample different styles of Prosecco and you will also be treated to a fine two-course lunch featuring local delicacies. After enjoying your guided tour of the Prosecco vineyards there will also be plenty of time to discover Venice's delightful canals on a private gondola tour and you will also be treated to a magical city tour, where you can experience rare architecture, including stops at Piazza San Marco, Doge's Palace and San Marco Basilica. As a wonderful finale to your time in Venice you will also have the opportunity to discover the hidden vineyards of the Venetian Lagoon on a glorious boat tour. This unmissable trip features the secret island of Sant'Erasmo, where you can meet local farmers and learn more about their organic crops, as well as stops in Mazzorbo and Burano, where you can marvel at the colorful villas, vibrant vegetable gardens and flourishing grape vines before slipping into a wine cellar to enjoy local wines and snacks.

Florence

After enjoying the delights of Venice you will be immersed in the heart of Tuscany with 5 nights in Florence - the Jewel of the Renaissance. From here you will be taken on a glorious day tour of the iconic Chianti wine region, featuring rolling hills, decadent vineyards and picturesque country scenes that will touch your heart! On this enchanting tour you will visit a small town in the heart of the Chianti area, where you will enjoy sampling local wines and snacks on a wine estate with experts who can tell you about the art of Italian wine making. After enjoying the Chianti landscapes there will be plenty of time to enjoy the delights of Florence's famous art scene with an exclusive private tour of the Uffizi and Accademia art galleries, where you can take in iconic masterpieces by the greats, including Michelangelo's epic statue of David. You will also be treated to a day tour to see Pisa's famous Leaning Tower and one of Tuscany's hidden gems: the quaint city of Lucca, which is encapsulated by enchanting city walls where you can enjoy a relaxing bike ride around the city. We can also include optional extras, such as a hot-air balloon ride over Florence, a cooking class, hop-on/hop-off bus tour tickets and much more!