The town of Montecatini serves as home base from which to venture out to explore the surrounding landscapes of breathtaking Tuscany and getting to know its culinary and wine traditions.
Indulge in picturesque scenery, world-class local wines, traditional cuisine, and cultural discoveries.
From the rolling hills of Montalbano to Vinci and beyond, we’ll take you through bountiful vineyards, olive groves, and chestnut trees. You’ll even visit the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci to experience the Renaissance master’s life and art.
Traveling through some of the most stunning and lush natural landscapes in Italy, you’ll embark to visit idyllic spots, including the gorgeous Chianti Valley and the Etruscan Coast. As you visit quaint wine shops, cafes, historic estates, and museums, you’ll feel immersed in the history and traditions of each destination.
In addition to sampling the local gourmet Tuscan fare, you’ll also be treated to an Italian cooking lesson. You’ll prepare an authentic Italian dish inside a rustic Tuscan farmhouse where you and your travel companions will enjoy your culinary creations.
You’ll also learn the art of Italian dessert making at your hotel and get to taste some of the celebrated Chianti and Super Tuscan wines right where they are produced.
You’ll revel in the beauty of becoming familiar of Montecatini while making priceless discoveries of locales that are off the beaten path—perfect for the smart, creative, and budget-minded travel lover.
ITINERARY
DAY 1Overnight flight to Italy
DAY 2Arrive Montecatini, Italy
12AM
DAY 3Free Day to explore
Meet with tour director tonight - and other members
DAY 4Visits to Leonardo da Vinci birthplace
Visit a local bakery and a chance to - taste a variety of local fare. Optional Tuscany dinner tonight
DAY 5Excursion to Chianti Valley with lunch
at a local wine shop. Visit - a local winery
DAY 6Cooking lesson today at
a rustic farmhouse. Welcome drink first - then out to pick the fresh produce for dinner
DAY 7A visit to medieval Lucca.
Enjoy a cafe crawl snack brunch - followed by a full course lunch at local resturant
DAY 8Travel through vineyard dotted countryside
and along cypress lined lane. - visit famed Bolgheri wine cellers
DAY 9Free morning for last minute souveniers
afternoon baking class! - Optional excursion for farewell dinner
DAY 10Depart for home
ITINERARY
DAY 1 Overnight flight to Italy
DAY 2 Arrive Montecatini, Italy
12AM
DAY 3 Free Day to explore
12AM - 12AM
DAY 4 Visits to Leonardo da Vinci birthplace
12AM - 12AM
DAY 5 Excursion to Chianti Valley with lunch
12AM - 12AM
DAY 6 Cooking lesson today at
12AM - 12AM
DAY 7 A visit to medieval Lucca.
12AM - 12AM
DAY 8 Travel through vineyard dotted countryside
12AM - 12AM
DAY 9 Free morning for last minute souveniers
12AM - 12AM
DAY 10 Depart for home
Per Person Pricing
Double occupancy
$2760
Single
$3051
Triple
$2758
DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS
A deposit of $250 per person is due at time of booking.