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Tuscany day tours

THE GRAPE ESCAPE WINERY TOUR
A day trip to Tuscany with 2 wineries, 8 different types of wine to taste, 3 extra virgin olive oil, balsamic, Tuscan snacks, amazing scenery and the visit to San Gi...
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WINE NOT !!! Half day wine tour

No more queues, just vines and views - 2 wineries and lots of fun! Enjoy this half day tour to fall in love with the Tuscan countryside and the famous Chianti Classico wine with our team in a small group. If you can handle wine and terrific views, this is the perfect tour for you!   WHAT'S INCLUDED: Roundtrip transportation by 8 seat minivan Your local & informative IOAB tour leader 2 wineries Up to 7 wine tastings Extra virgin olive oil tasting Information on board about Tuscany and the products Snacks during the tasting Small group tour   DETAILS Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 2:00pm  10:00am on Saturday Italy on a Budget tours office on via nazionale 149R, Firenze 4h30 - People younger than 18 are not allowed. No kids - Wear comfortable clothes - This tour is not stricted to 18 - 39 years old travellers only. In fact we are a bit more flexible with the age limit as long as you have no walking disabilities, are young in heart and happy to party, you are welcome to join. - Tour guaranteed with a min of 4 people - Max 8  

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THE TUSCANY EXPERIENCE - Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni & Chianti all in 1 day!

If you are short of time and you are only in Florence for a few days, then this is the perfect tour that allows you to see the best of Tuscany in ONLY 1 DAY!  Visit 3 of the most famous Medieval villages in Tuscany; Monteriggioni, Siena and San Gimignano with your local tour leader and fall in love with the beauty of this amazing land. End the tour in a scenic winery in the heart of the Tuscany countryside to taste the delicious Chianti wine in the full comfort of a minivan.    WHAT'S INCLUDED: Transport on a 8 seat minivan Your IOAB English speaking tour leader 2h visit of Siena Orientation walk of Siena with our tour leader Time to explore Siena in complete freedom A short visit of Monteriggioni  1h30 visit of San Gimignano Free time to discover the village at your own leisure Scenic drive of the Chianti region Wine tasting in a local winery Extra Virgin olive oil tasting Small groups DETAILS MONDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY, SUNDAY - from April to end of October TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY - from November to March 8:45am in front of our office on via nazionale 149R opposite hotel Galileo € 69 Special price for 18to21 YO - € 79 Regular ticket   8h. We  return back to Florence at  6:00/06:30pm approx > Our team is made of local tour leaders. All information and maps about the villages will be provided during the journey to reach the towns. In each town you will have free time to walk around at your own leisure. Only licensed tour guides in Italy are allowed to provide info in front of the monuments. If you are interested in a guided city walking tours contact our team in advance to have it organised at extra costs.  > Tour guaranteed with a min 4 people - Max 16 > Organise with your guide in the morning the optional lunch of tradional Tuscan dishes for only € 15.00

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HORSEBACK RIDING IN TUSCANY

A half day tour for a unique way to experience Tuscany... on horseback!  Explore Tuscany’s Chianti region on horseback on this small-group tour for beginner riders departing from Florence. Rolling hills, dense forests and peacefull Tuscan countryside which is an outdoor adventure-lover’s dream destination to relax.   What's included: Your local & informative IOAB tour leader Round trip transportation on a 8 seat minivan Info on the road about the area and the local products 1h30 horseback ride Riding helmets are provided free of charge A Tuscan light lunch with wine DETAILS WHEN TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY ( available other days on request with a min of 2 people, get in touch with us ) MEETING TIME 8:45am MEETING POINT in front of our office on via nazionale 149R opposite hotel Galileo PRICE € 110.00 pp -  € 90.00 student price DURATION 5h. Back to Florence at 1:30pm  MIN/MAX min 2 people - max 8 NOTE - Wear closed shoes; no flip flops or sandals. Wear long trousers. You can get changed at the ranch. - Max weight accepted is 110kg - no people younger than 18 - We use english saddles - Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meal available upon request   COMBINE THIS TOUR TO SAVE MONEY AND TIME: Combine the horseback ride with our TASTE OF TUSCANY departing on the same day in the afternoon to visit Siena, more of the Chianti region with wine tasting in a local cellar.     

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COOKING CLASS AT A FARMHOUSE IN TUSCANY

Work on your Italian baby food belly with this fun cooking course set in a Tuscany farmhouse Spend a RELAXING DAY in the heart of the Tuscan countryside learning everything this land has to offer and get a baby food from the amount of delicious plates you are going to prepare. The cooking course will take place at a RURAL VILLA not too far from San Gimignano, one of the most beautiful medieval towns in Tuscany surrounded by olive trees and vines in the Chianti region. This is where the cooking course will take place and where you will learn and prepare yourself how to create AUTHENTIC TUSCAN DISHES from a funny and knowledgeable local chef: Antipasti, HOMEMADE PASTA with two different sauces, second courses, dessert and lots more. During the meal you will also taste 3 different types of WINE TO TASTE produced in the region by a local winery that you will be able to buy at a very low cost before returning back to Florence. At the end, our chef will give you a recipe book for you to remember a A TRULY HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE IN TUSCANY.   What's included: Your local & informative IOAB tour leader Round trip transportation  Small group cooking class at the Tuscan farmhouse Hands on experience Lunch with wine tasting Recipes of the food prepared on the day   DETAILS: WHEN MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY MEETING TIME 9:40am MEETING POINT In front of the IOAB office on Via Nazionale 149r DURATION 7h. Back to Florence by 5:00 pm PRICE: € 100 LOW COST Do you have your own car? Book just the cooking class and reach the spot independetly. MIN/MAX min 1 - max 8  AGE LIMIT  no children under 15 DIETARY NEEDS  Vegetarian and vegan options available on request. Please inform our team at the moment of the booking for any special dietary requirements.   TIPS: WHY NOT VISITING SAN GIMIGNANO? If you wish to stay in San Gimignano for a visit or for the night, ask your guide to be dropped off in the town after the cooking class.  Feel free to bring your bags with you on the tour and store them on the bus.

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PISA AND TUSCANY day tour

A full day tour from Florence to explore the best of Tuscany; Pisa and the Chianti region. If you only have a free day in Florence and you wish to visit the top main attractions, this is the right day trip for you. Travel to PIsa in the morning to check out the famous leaning tower and spend the afternoon touring Tuscany with its beautiful scenery, rolling hills and delicious wine.    What's included: Your local IOB tour leader with plenty of stories and info for you Return train ticket to Pisa  2h free time to explore the famous " Piazza dei Miracoli" Private 8 seat van for the second part of the day The best of Tuscany in one day Tuscany wine region with stop in a local winery 2 wineries Taste up to 7 wines & extra Virgin olive oil  Tour the cellars and learn about the local wine production DETAILS TUESDAY & THURSDAY  7:00am in front of the pharmacy located inside the SMN train station opposite platform 16  From 7:00 am to 6:30pm  

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TUSCANY TOUR BY TUK TUK FOR 2

What a perfect gift for your lover or best friend than exploring Tuscany on board of a convertible tuk tuk for 2 . Join our day tour from Florence to the Chianti region on board of a convertible Piaggio tuk tuk on the rolling hills of Tuscany together with our driving guide. Enjoy the visit of one of the most beautiful Medieval villages in the area and the tour of a winery for lunch and wine tasting.    WHAT'S INCLUDED: Roundtrip transportation by minivan or bus to/from Florence English speaking informative IOAB driving guide Tuk tuk ride through the rolling hills of Tuscany Visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano Authentic Tuscan meal Wine and olive oil tasting Guided tour of a winery and the cellar DETAILS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY  From April until the end of October 9:40am in front of our office on Via Nazionale 149R, Florence € 135 as a passegger only - 2 people max 7h Ideal tour to celebrate a special occasion for 2 people  

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TUSCANY TOUR BY VESPA

There is nothing more exciting than exploring Tuscany on board of an Italian vespa. Join our day tour from Florence to the Chianti region and finally ride your vespa on the rolling hills of Tuscany. Enjoy the visit of one of the most beautiful Medieval villages in the area and the tour of a winery with lunch and wine tasting.    WHAT'S INCLUDED: Roundtrip transportation by minivan or bus to/from Florence Small Group Vespa tour English speaking informative IOAB tour leader Orientation and driving test Visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano Authentic Tuscan meal Wine and olive oil tasting Guided tour of a winery and the cellar Third Party Insurance & helmet  DETAILS MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY  From April until the end of October 9:40am in front of our office on Via Nazionale 149R opposite Hotel Galileo € 135 per driver ( 18 + ) € 110 per passenger ( 18+ ) € 219 full ride / driver ( 18 + ) + passenger ( 15+ ) 7h REQUIREMENTS: > Bring long pants and closed shoes for the ride > Drivers are required to carry a valid driving license > A minimum of experience is required and highly advised. See the important notes on the itinerary sections.  

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HIKING & PIC NIC IN TUSCANY

Explore the stunning landscape of the Tuscan hills on a 5.5-hour hiking tour from Florence. Meet our team in Florence and then drive in a comfortable minivan to the trail where you’ll perambulate through verdant vineyards, rustic villages, and over the classic rolling hills of Tuscany. Stop halfway along the hike to indulge in a classic pic nic of Tuscan treats and head to a local winery to learn about the production of wine and olive oil. Visit the town of San Gimignano, known as the ‘medieval Manhattan’ for its many gothic towers and enjoy an ice cream before we return back to Florence. WHAT'S INCLUDED Roundtrip transportation by minivan or bus to/from Florence English speaking informative IOAB guide Pic-nic lunch  Wine tasting in a local winery  Visit of San Gimignano Water DETAILS EVERY TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY  From April until the end of October    08:00am      Our Office on via nazionale 149R - Florence  € 99 6h You must be at least 18 years of age Not recommended for travelers with back problems, heart problems or other serious medical conditions Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level The tour is guaranteed with a min. of 2 people

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Siena, Cortona, Montepulciano & Val D'Orcia

Explore the most beautiful Tuscan towns made famous through films & enjoy the light lunch overlooking the rolling hills of Montepulciano while tasting famous wine.   Wander the winding streets of Cortona walked by Diane Lane in "Under the Tuscan sun",  watch out for the vampires of the Twilight saga " New Moon" in Montapulciano and taste the famous Noble of Montepulciano wine. Explore the locations made famous by Michelle Pfieffer in "A Midsummer night's dream" and Ralph Fienes in " The English patient". Spot the iconic rolling hills of Tuscany from " Letters to Juliet" and enjoy a taste of the local lifestyle by sampling fine local wine, cheese and other products from the region.   WHAT'S INCLUDED: Round trip transportation Your informative IOAB tour leader Orientation walk of Montepulciano and free time 1h free time to explore Cortona Orientation walk of Siena and free time Light lunch in a local winery including 2 wine tasting including the famous " vino nobile di Montepulciano" DETAILS WHEN Every TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SUNDAY MEETING TIME 08:00am MEETING POINT Italy on a Budget's office on via nazionale 149R - Firenze TOWNS VISITED Cortona, Montepulciano, Siena and Val'D'orcia RETURNS 08:00pm approx MIN- MAX min 4 people to run - max 8    

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THE TASTE OF TUSCANY with dinner at a Tuscan farm

A tour departing at 2pm to Siena and the Chianti region with dinner in a Tuscan farm and wine tasting included! If you only have 1 day in Florence, this is a perfect tour for you! Spend the whole morning sightseeing Florence, its museums, momuments and markets then come away from the crowds on an afternoon trip to some of the most beautiful local towns in Tuscany.   WHAT'S INCLUDED: Roundtrip trasportation by minivan English speaking driving guide Orientation walk of Siena Free time to wander at complete leisure Visit to a local winery Wine & Extra Virgin olive oil tasting Tuscan Dinner  ​​​​​​   DETAILS: WEDNESDAY & FRIDAY 1:40pm from Florence / 2:40pm from San Gimignano Florence:IOAB office on via nazionale 149R San Gimignano: TOW office on via Sardegna 2 € 98 8h. Back to Florence at 10:30pm / Back to San Gimignano at 09:30pm MIN/MAX Tour guaranteed with a min.4 participants - Max. 8  

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