Tuscany Wine Tour
SEVEN days | SIX nights
2024 DATES: November 4 - 10 SOLD OUT
2025 Dates: October 13 - 19
TUSCANY OVERVIEW
Hands down Tuscany is the most famous of Italy's twenty regions — and not without good reason. We could just mention the Renaissance and stop there. But, there's so much more! The Italian language was born from the Tuscan dialect thanks to Dante and his Divine Comedy. And then there is Tuscany’s sheer beauty: the proud cypresses standing guard over the rolling hills combed with vineyards and olive groves. Throw in a cluster of medieval hill towns, castles and abbeys, a viticulture that reaches back to the Etruscans, and a hearty cuisine, and you’ve got yourself paradise on earth.
Sangiovese is the queen of the grapes in Tuscany and is responsible for all the red wine stars of the region: Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Carmignano, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. And we can't forget Vernaccia, a grape that makes a fantastic dry white wine that was the first wine to be bestowed with Italy's DOC mark of quality, Vernaccia di San Gimignano. You will experience all of these varietals at truly special wineries on La Dolce Vigna's Tuscany Wine Tour. We'll also taste the region’s acclaimed extra virgin olive oil and pecorino cheese, enjoy a light hike in the Tuscan countryside, learn how to cook traditional dishes, explore the Medieval town of Siena, and bask in the beauty of Pienza, which is considered to be an ideal urban expression of the Renaissance. Pack your camera and your taste buds!
“The adventure that Leslie put together for a group of seasoned wine lovers was much more than simply enjoying the world’s finest wines. It was filled with stunning places to see, meals of a lifetime and a spirit of fun and friendship. ”
Tuscany WINE TOUR Highlights
Taste Tuscany's most important wines at historic and small family-run wineries handpicked by your sommelier guide
Meet Tuscan winemakers
Visit breathtaking Tuscan hill towns: Montalcino, Montepulciano, San Gimignano
Luxuriate in the thermal waters of an ancient roman bath town
Sample the region's prized pecorino cheese
Enjoy a private city tour of Siena, the medieval rival of Florence
Hike between two Tuscan hamlets and get rewarded with a lovely lunch al fresco
Get your hands dirty with a cooking class of traditional Tuscan recipes
UNESCO World Heritage Sites IN TUSCANY
Siena, Tuscany
(Starred Sites are on the TUSCANY WINE tour)
Cuisine of Tuscany
Tuscany is for meat and cheese lovers. Meals typically start off with antipasto plates piled with different salumi and cheeses, especially the locally-made pecorino. Pici, a thick hand-rolled spaghetti, are often topped with different meat ragus. Florentine steak (bistecca fiorentina) is found on the menus throughout Tuscany, as are other cuts of beef, rabbit, hare, wild boar, etc. However, vegetarians, do not fear! Wineries and restaurants have delicious non-meat options. The region embraces garden vegetables and make delicious soups such as the white bean and kale-based ribollita. And, for dessert, Tuscany is known for its cantucci biscuits (often dipped into a class of Vin Santo) as well as the hearty panforte di Siena packed with fruit and nuts.
Your BEAUTIFUL Accommodations in Tuscany
La Dolce Vigna knows the most intimate spots to stay while exploring Tuscany. Accommodations typically include a medieval palace in the heart of Siena, a converted monastery in Chianti and a boutique hotel in the spectacular setting of Val d'Orcia.
TOUR PRICE
ALL-INCLUSIVE $5800 / person
(based on double occupancy)
Meet Your Sommelier Guide + Founder of La Dolce Vigna
“My wife and I traveled throughout Europe for a over month, and our tour with La Dolce Vigna was our favorite part! ”
Ciao! My name is Leslie Rosa. After a decade of working in the art world for eminent institutions and artists in New York and London, I moved to Italy, fell in love with the diversity of Italian wine and became a certified sommelier with the Associazione Italiana Sommelier.
As an art-curator-turned-sommelier, my passion is to create immersive experiences and itineraries in which each day tells a story and offers an in-depth look at the history and culture of a particular region through the lens of wine.
When not leading tours, you can find me doing pop-up wine tastings, writing for the Slow Wine Guide, or getting lost someplace beautiful with my travel watercolor set!
La Dolce Vigna Difference
Small Groups. Tours are always limited to a maximum of 12 people to assure you an intimate experience.
Sommelier Guides. You will always have a certified sommelier guide to answer all of your wine-related questions on the road.
Family-Run and Historic Wineries. Tours are centered around small, eco-conscious, family-run wineries that make truly outstanding wine, and are packed with cultural insights.
Foodie Central. Be prepared to eat. A lot. We've picked out amazing spots for you, from the small, loved-by-locals osteria to the Michelin-starred restaurant
Insider Access. We have special relationships with locals, which open up more unique and authentic experiences for you!
No Cookie Cutter Tours. Depending on the season and local events, tours will be custom organized to enjoy the best and most insider experience for each group.
All-Inclusive. Rest assured that your tour price includes all meals (except for one), activities, hotels, transportation from the moment we meet until our fond farewell.
Free Time. Part of living la dolce vigna is taking the time to truly savor your experiences and surroundings. We've built in free time for you to do just that at your own pace and on your own terms. Long live slow travel!
Helping Others. Besides helping local, artisanal economies through visiting small wine and food producers, eating at traditional trattorie and staying at charming agriturismi, a donation on behalf of each individual that takes one of our tours will be made to 10,000 Gardens in Africa, a Slow Food initiative aimed at cultivating sustainable and healthy communities throughout Africa.
Montalcino, Home of Brunello di Montalcino Wines
Frequently Asked Questions about THE Tuscany Wine Tour
How many wineries will we visit on the tuscany wine tour?
We typically visit 7 wineries on the tour. This gives clients a great cross-section of the appellations, wine styles, etc. without over-doing it. We will also try wines from different wineries during meals.
I am not a wine expert; will I still enjoy the tour?
You do not need to be a wine expert to enjoy this tour, but a curiosity or love of tasting new wines comes in handy! A little more than half the trip will be focused on wine.
what is the weather like in Tuscany in the SPRING AND AUTUMN?
Spring temperatures in Tuscany can range from the 60s to the low 80s during the day and dropping as low as the 50s in the evening. In the autumn, temperatures begin to cool down by mid-October, averaging in the upper 60s during the day with cooler nights. The key is to bring clothes you can layer. Rain is always a possibility in both the spring and autumn.
Does Tuscany have any good white wines?
Yes! Tuscany may be known for its bold Sangiovese-based red wines, it also is home to some great white wines, including Vernaccia si San Gimignano and white wines made from international grape varieties such as Chardonnay.
What is the transportation for the Tuscany wine tour?
La Dolce Vigna works with local transportation companies that have luxury fleets. Tour vehicles are Mercedes Sprinters (or comparable) with extra space to spread out.
What is included in the tuscany wine tour?
La Dolce Vigna believes in curating a complete experience for its clients. This means that winery visits, meals, activities, etc. are all hand-picked and included in your tour price to give you the best a region has to offer. With the exception of one meal (on occasion), everything during the tour period is included. For further details, you can visit La Dolce Vigna’s Terms page for the Tuscany Wine + Culture Tour.
La Dolce Vigna's Other Italian wine tours
Looking for a Private wine tour of Italy?
In addition to our intimate group tours, La Dolce Vigna curates private wine tours—with or without a guide—based on your dates, travel style and interests. We will open the doors to authentic experiences complete with exceptional food and wine, colorful personalities, warm hospitality, not-to-be-missed cultural sites and many, many photo-worthy moments. (Trust us.)
Excited to explore Italian wine + Culture Right Now?
Check out La Dolce Vigna’s Wine + Culture Club.
With each quarterly shipment, you will not only receive superb bottles of sommelier-selected Italian wine organized around a theme, but you will ALSO receive contextualizing cultural swag, ranging from traditional Italian crafts, specialty foodstuffs, books, films, and music. And, as a member, you get special access to virtual happy hours, field trips, dinners, savings on La Dolce Vigna’s Wine Tours, and more!
