Wine Tasting in Chianti

Discover the hidden secrets of the Chianti. Visit wineries for wine tasting, enjoy fine Tuscan restaurants, and savor wonderful views of the Tuscan countryside through hidden trails by bicycle.

Program offered for any day arrival through December 31, 2004

Price includes:

• Transfers from your location to departure points from Siena and other locations in the immediate area)
• All bicycle equipment
• English speaking guide, expert in wine and art history
• Minivan for transfers and technical and medical assistance
• Lunches in high quality, typical Tuscan restaurants
• Visits to wineries
• Wine tasting and snacks in the wineries

The program       

Day One

• Departure from Gaiole in Chianti at 9:00 a.m. by bicycle
• Visit the Castle of Brolio and wine tasting
• Lunch at Grotta della Rana in San Sano at 1:00 p.m.
• Visit the winery Dievole in Vagliagli and return to Gaiole at 7:00 p.m.

Day Two

• Departure from Gaiole at 9:00 a.m.
• Visit Badia a Coltibuono, the abbey and monumental cellars, wine and oil tasting
• Lunch at the restaurant in Badia a Coltibuono at 1:00 p.m.
• Visit the winery Montevertini and wine tasting
• Visit the Castle of Meleto and return to Gaiole

Day Three

• Transfer from Gaiole to Castellina by minivan at 9:00 a.m.
• Departure by bicycle to Monsanto winery and wine tasting
• Lunch at Antico Fattore in Castellina at 1:00 p.m.
• Visit the Lilliano winery and wine tasting, and return to Gaiole

Day Four

• Departure from Gaiole at 9:00 a.m.
• Visit the S. Polo in Rosso winery and wine tasting
• Lunch in Siena at Osteria del Carroccio at 1:00 p.m.
• Bicycle to the Certosa di Meggino

Crystal Tours can assist you in finding accommodations or car rental.

Prices are per person