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Shore Excursion Details
Gourmet Tour - Chianti Region & San Gimignano
Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy
Gourmet Tour - Chianti Region & San Gimignano
DETAILS
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6
hrs Estimate Duration
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Meal
OVERVIEW
Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town of San Gimignano and then visit a winery for a tasting that will likely include Chianti. One of the most popular and certainly photogenic Tuscan towns, San Gimignano is known for its soaring tower houses. Although only 14 of the original 72 towers remain, they are so spectacular that UNESCO declared the town’s historic center a World Heritage site. No matter where you meander, hillside San Gimignano will exude a feudal atmosphere, much like it did at the height of its power and status. Nearby, you will pause at a winery, perhaps Fattoria di Montecchio, to sample a selection of Tuscan wines. As Chianti is one of the region’s most favored wines, it will likely be included in the tasting. Produced mainly with Sangiovese grapes, the winery’s Chianti Classico pairs beautifully with the finocchiona salami and pecorino cheese that will also be served.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Explore medieval San Gimignano independently and see what interests you most.
• Begin your exploration at the 13th-century San Giovanni gate, the historic center’s entry.
• Tour a nearby winery for a tasting that may include a ruby-red Chianti.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Need to Know:
Note: Coaches do not have a lift and entering and exiting must be done via stairs. This tour includes approximately 2.5 hours of walking and standing over even, and uneven surfaces. The sights on this tour are not wheelchair accessible; therefore, it is unavailable to wheelchair guests. Any allergies must be noted when booking the tour. This excursion involves standing and walking for periods of time of approximately 2.5 hours during the visit to San Gimignano and Fattoria di Montecchio Winery. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, flat walking shoes are suggested.
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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES
Excursion Type:
Local Food-Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
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1Easy
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2Moderate
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3Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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