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The visit to the Historic Cellars of Montepulciano and tasting, is a unique experience. To accompany the wines, the tasting includes a small board of typical products.

The tour begins with a guided tour of the winery, where you will be told the full story of the owner family and the historic winery.

Finished the guided tour of the cellars begins the tasting accompanied by a small board of typical products. The tasting is done inside.

Tasting 6 wines:

•    1 DOC Rosso di Montepulciano
•    2 types of DOCG: nobile classico and nobile selezione
•    2 IGPs from red grapes, one of which is from the Bordeaux blend
•    1 IGT in rotation between Chianti; Rosato; Spumante Brut

(Depending on the availability of products and the season, there may be variations).

A clothing appropriate for the low temperatures from the winery is recommended.

The winery is located in a limited traffic zone, but there is a parking lot just a 5-minute walk away.

The Val d'Orcia tour by vintage Vespa from Pienza allows you to explore Tuscany in a unique way.

The Vespa rental does not include a guide and it is daily. The opening hours of the facility are from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The duration of the experience is indicative and you can choose the time at which you pick up the vintage Vespa or scooter.

During the tour, you can have wine tastings and have lunch freely. You can also opt for a picnic, with basket provided and suggestions on where to stop.

Recommended stops include Pienza, San Quirico, Bagno Vignoni, Monticchiello and Montepulciano. The Val d'Orcia offers breathtaking views and medieval towns such as Pienza and Montalcino.

In the price helmet rental is included. Each Vespa can carry up to 2 people. Closed-toe shoes and long pants are recommended.

The vineyard picnic in Val d'Orcia in Montepulciano is a unique experience that will allow you to enjoy the beauty of the Tuscan countryside while enjoying local delicacies with a view of Montepulciano.

The Picnic in the Vineyard includes a basket for two with stuffed sandwiches, a bottle of red wine selection "Triacca Santavenere Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG" (alternatively the white "San Bartolomeo Toscana IGT").

Water is included in the basket. Upon arrival at the estate you will be given glass goblets and corkscrews.

Wine-tasting experience in Pienza, with three different routes, designed to offer a complete journey among Tuscan wine excellence, accompanied by typical local products.

All tastings begin with a welcome bubbly and are accompanied by a platter of local cured meats and cheeses, including salami, prosciutto, sbriciolona, dried sausages and pecorino di Pienza in different seasonings, to best enhance the pairings.

The experience is available in three different tours, each with a specific wine selection and duration:

• Tasting of 3 wines

• Tasting of 4 wines

• Tasting of 4 premium wines

For children who consume there is a dedicated option with a small cutting board and a beverage of their choice, if they do not consume participation is free of charge.

For the classic Val d'Orcia bicycle tour, you will start from Pienza, and discover the typical and most characteristic landscapes of the Val d'Orcia near Siena. The bicycles that can be rented for this bike tour have pedal assist.

The tour starts from Pienza and continues to San Quirico and Bagno Vignoni, through the typical Tuscan hills. You will go to visit the heart of the Val d'Orcia natural park, a UNESCO heritage site.

It will be done in fully self-guided mode, without a guide, given the ease of following the route via a GPS track.

The route is customizable in its entirety, you will be the one to decide which tour to take according to your characteristics and desires. The facility will help you define the route before your departure.

There will also be a regular or vegetarian lunch box included in the price, which you can choose and which is delivered before departure.

You will receive everything you need to have the best possible experience on your own with your group of friends or family.

During the tour, you will pass through the beautiful yellow and green hills typical of Tuscany, flanked by vineyards, and pass through beautiful dirt roads near medieval villages in the midst of the magnificent colors of the Val d'Orcia.

The Val d'Orcia sunset and aperitif bike ride starts in Pienza and takes you to visit the heart of the region and the UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will cycle along beautiful hills and vineyards, and visit some ancient medieval villages.

At the end of the ride you will stop for an aperitif with breathtaking views of the Val d'Orcia. The aperitif consists of a bottle of Orcia DOC wine or Spritz, with capocollo, cheese, Tuscan salami, and bread.

Tour details:

•    Difficulty of this tour| Easy-medium
•    Distance| 35.5 km
•    Elevation gain| 360 meters
•    Maximum ascent| 14%
•    Maximum descent| 14%
•    Dirt path | 90%
•    Paved secondary road| 10%
•    Time | 3.5 h

(The facility recommends bringing windproof jackets and cell phone charging cables)

Panoramic helicopter flight over Rome and major locations around the city.

The experience always begins with an introductory briefing to provide you with the basic information to conduct a safe flight, at the end of which you will be distributed the necessary equipment for the flight.

To customize the experience you can choose from 4 different options.

Tour of Rome

The flight takes place in an R22 helicopter that has only 1 passenger seat. This excursion has a duration of 30 minutes in which you will fly over Rome along a route authorized to fly over the city.

Tour of Rome and Lake Bracciano

This flight takes place in an R44 helicopter that has 3 passenger seats. The duration of this experience is of 30 minutes starting by flying towards Lake Bracciano and flying over the beautiful medieval village of Anguillara Sabazia. During takeoff and landing you will be able to enjoy a unique view of the city of Rome.

Tour of Rome, Lake Bracciano and Tivoli

The flight takes place in an R44 helicopter that has 3 passenger seats. The excursion lasts 60 minutes in which you will see Lake Bracciano, the medieval village of Anguillara Sabazia, the Castle of Bracciano and the Village of Tivoli. During takeoff and landing you will be able to enjoy a unique view of the city of Rome.

Tour of Rome, Lake Bracciano and Santa Severa Castle

This flight takes place in an R44 helicopter that has 3 passenger seats. The duration of this experience is of 60 minutes in which you will fly over Lake Bracciano, Anguillara Sabazia, the Tyrrhenian coast, the beautiful village of Santa Marinella and Santa Severa Castle. During takeoff and landing you will be able to enjoy a unique view of the city of Rome.

Over the city of Rome there is a ban on overflying: the flight will be carried out on routes and altitudes established by the control body. However, the major monuments will be easy to spot.

The experience can only be carried out under favorable weather conditions.

You will need to show up with your ID card to gain access to the airport.

Walk through the vineyard and between the rows of the estate with tasting of three different vintages of the same wine just outside Rome.

Program

The experience begins with a walk among the vineyards of a unique volcanic soil, where the guide explains the characteristics of the soil and shows a rock wall that reveals its stratification.

The route continues among the rows of vines on the estate: depending on the season, you can observe the grapes, watch the work in the vineyard or discover the cultivation of field beans that naturally enrich the soil.

At the end we reach the farmhouse for a guided tasting of three vintages of the same wine, accompanied by local cheeses and cured meats. A convivial moment to understand how time and territory influence the character of the wine.

The fresh pasta course with tasting in Frascati is a unique experience that allows you to learn about the historic town in the Roman countryside and enjoy your fresh pasta prepared with the chef, accompanied by local wines.

Frascati, close to chaotic Rome, offers an oasis of relaxation and immersion in Italian culinary traditions. The experience begins with a walk to discover the origins of the town and continues with a visit to a winery where you will taste wines from the family vineyard, such as Frascati Superiore DOCG and Lazio IGT.

After tasting the wines and traditional appetizers, you will immerse yourself in the preparation of fresh Roman pasta. You'll cook and pair your pasta with your favorite sauce, choosing from Carbonara, Amatriciana and Cacio e Pepe, with vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.

Finally, you'll visit the charming cave under the cellar, used as a shelter during World War II, concluding an experience rich in history and flavor.

Horseback riding with lunch or dinner in the hills at Bracciano allows you to have a relaxing experience surrounded by nature in the Tolfa Mountains.

This experience is suitable for everyone, even those who are approaching the world of horseback riding for the first time.

Depending on your level of experience, the instructor will decide whether to have you do 30 minutes of lessons at the camp and 30 minutes of walking (mandatory for minors) or do 1 hour of walking directly.

During the walk you will go into the braccianesi hills from where you will have a suggestive over all the surrounding landscape.

When booking you can choose from 3 options.

Walk with lunch

Following the horseback ride (lasting 1 hour) you can have a rich outdoor picnic lunch with seasonal products. The picnic includes:

•    cured meats
•    cheese
•    bruschetta
•    1 plate of couscous with vegetables

Walk with dinner

By choosing to take a 1-hour horseback ride in the afternoon, you can enjoy a dinner that includes:

•    appetizer
•    1 first course
•    grilled meat

With overnight stay

For those who wish to stay the night at the estate, è overnight stay can be booked. This experience also includes the 1-hour horseback ride.

Comfortable clothing with long pants and closed shoes is recommended.

In case of food allergies and intolerances it is possible to contact the facility after booking.

Horseback riding in the hills at Bracciano will give you a unique experience immersed in the nature of the Tolfa Mountains.

Depending on your level of experience, the instructor will decide whether to have you do 30 minutes of lessons at the camp and 30 minutes of walking (mandatory for minors) or do 1 hour of walking directly.

During the walk you will go into the braccianesi hills from where you will have a suggestive over all the surrounding landscape. At the end, there is an opportunity to have an aperitif with local products.

Private excursions or exclusive couple walks are available.

Required clothing should include long pants and closed-toe shoes.

Two tasting experiences to choose from, all designed to discover the winery's terroir and organic wines at the Merumalia estate in Frascati, overlooking vineyards with views of Rome.

Basic Tasting

The experience includes a tasting of 3 glasses. A guided tour among three Merumalia labels selected according to the season. No food pairings are provided.

Classic tasting

The experience begins on the panoramic terrace, continues with a walk through the vineyards and a visit to the winery, where the processing stages are explained. This is followed by a tasting of 3 organic wines paired with a board of local cured meats and cheeses and a tasting of 1 locally produced oil.

In case of food allergies or intolerances, it is possible to contact the facility following the reservation.

For an additional €5 per person, it is possible to add the Grappa and chocolate tasting.

The quad bike excursion in the Tuscan Maremma and aperitif will allow you to visit picturesque landscapes, admire breathtaking views, learn about local scents and guster Maremma snacks.

For this quad bike tour you have the possibility to choose the route of 1 hour or 2 1/2 hours.

The 2-hour one also includes a barbecue in the woods with grilled sausages, cheese and local wine.

Alternatively è you can choose a visit to the "La Pierotta" winery, where participants can taste some of the fine wines produced by the winery, accompanied by an aperitif of local products.

Remember to bring with you:

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•    Trekking shoes
•    Bandana or scarf in summer (can be purchased locally)
•    Gloves in winter
•    K-way in winter and mid-season (can be purchased locally)

The ATV rental è is suitable for people of all skill levels and guarantees a fun and adventurous experience. It takes place in the Bandite di Scarlino area, where participants will have the opportunity to admire beautiful landscapes and discover unusual places.

During the hike, there will be some technical parts, fords and fun climbs, but nothing too challenging. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to enjoy the local scents.

This experience è an excellent opportunity to discover the culture and traditions of Maremma and to taste some of the best wines and products of the area.

For all Fridays in the fall and winter months, è a minimum of two quads is required for reservations.

Horseback riding by the sea in Maremma departing from Marina di Grosseto, perfect for an alternative day out as a couple or with friends.

The experience begins at the stables where you will be assigned horses and provided with the equipment to ride a horse.

Once you leave, the hike lasts about 2 hours through the Tombolo Pine Forest, San Leopoldo Canal, backdune area, dunes and beach. 

Horseback riding in the countryside of the Maremma Grossetana will allow you to discover the nature of the Tuscan hills.

The activity begins at the riding stables in Castiglione della Pescantia where the instructor will teach you the basics of riding and then you will go out for the horseback ride.

Two-hour rides are available in which you will discover the picturesque views of the Maremma.

At the end of the hikes, you can also enjoy an aperitif while enjoying the surrounding picturesque landscapes.

To participate in the excursions è required sportswear with long pants and closed shoes.

2 walks per day, from 09:00 to 11:00 or 17:00 to 19:00 between June 15 and September 15. Outside these dates, subject to availability.

The half-day boat trip to Cala Violina departing from Scarlino is a perfect tour to explore the famous Maremma cove.

You can choose from 3 different tours.

Morning

The morning tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 9:30 am. The first stop will be Cala Violina. Here it will be possible to have a breakfast consisting of typical Tuscan products. It will then continue to Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. This tour is suitable for people of all ages, especially children, thanks to the always calm waters that offer maximum serenity and safety.

Afternoon

The afternoon tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 4 pm. The first stop will be Cala Violina, where you will anchor for a swim stop. Next, you will visit the other coves along the park's stretch of coastline, including Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. You will be offered an aperitif composed exclusively of Tuscan products: a quality white wine, excellent cold cuts, focaccia and fresh fruit. Especially in the afternoon, the itinerary may change depending on sea weather conditions.

Sunset

The sunset tour starts at the port of Scarlino at 6 pm. The first stop will be Cala Violina, where you will anchor around 18:00 for a swim stop. You will then proceed to the other coves, including Cala Martina and Cala Civetta. Finally, you will be offered an aperitif consisting of typical Tuscan products to enjoy during the sunset.

The sunset tour lasts three hours, while the morning tour and the afternoon tour last four hours.

The private boat excursion to Cala Violina is an experience suitable for both those who want to relax and the more adventurous.

As the first destination of the tour you can choose the beach of Cala Violina or the one you prefer from Scarlino to the Sparviero islet. In any case, the skipper will be ready to advise you on the best destination also depending on the day.

Once you have chosen your destination, you will depart from the port and move along the coast, taking a short tour of the rocky beaches and coves, including Cala Terre Rosse, Cala Martina, and Cala Civette.

When you arrive at your destination, you will drop anchor as close to shore as possible, so you can see the seabed and give the more athletic people a chance to swim to the beach. A ring life jacket will be provided to make the crossing safely (or a pink flamingo!).

On board you will have masks to do some snorkeling, beautiful experience especially at the Sparrowhawk and the rocky little beaches. You can choose from 2 tours:

Tour with lunch

With the morning tour, an onboard lunch of rice or cold pasta, Tuscan crush, fruit, water, beer and wine is included.

Tour with aperitif

With the afternoon tour an aperitif of white wine, beer or prosecco accompanied with some pizza, schiaccia Toscana and fruit is included. If you prefer something more sophisticated, however, you will have the option of choosing wine and champagne from a menu provided by a renowned local winery, which you can even accompany with oysters.

Board a comfortable motorboat and visit Giglio Island, Giannutri, and the most secluded coves and islets of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Departing from Castiglione della Pescaia, the tour will last approximately 8 hours and 30 minutes and will be structured as follows:

Giglio and Giannutri

•    Boarding begins at 8:00 a.m.; at 8:30 a.m. we set sail! (Check-in by 8:10 a.m.)
•    Cruise along the Maremma coast and the Uccellina Nature Reserve to Talamone, then along the northern coast of the Argentario.
•    Shortly before 11:00 a.m., disembarkation at Giglio. You can explore on your own or with Toscana Trekking guides; book tours with them during the cruise
•    At approximately 2:00 p.m., we set sail for Giannutri.
•    Around 2:45 p.m., we arrive at Giannutri, where you can take part in other guided tours or enjoy swimming.
•    At 4:00 PM, we’ll set sail from Giannutri to return to Castiglione (7:30 PM), after a brief technical stop at Giglio.

The tour itinerary may vary depending on weather conditions and the skipper’s decisions.

Cash payment is required for the municipal landing fee for theIsland of Giglio of 3.00€ per person and the access ticket to the island of Giannutri of 2.50€ per person before departure.