Livorno Shore Excursion: Chianti and Tuscany Countryside Private Wine Tour
Description
When your cruise ship docks in Livorno and you have only a single day to see the Tuscan countryside, you’ll need a privately guided, fully narrated shore excursion to make the most of your time in this region that is so renowned for its beauty. On this nine-hour tour, immerse yourself in Italian life, admire Tuscany’s rolling hills and explore the vineyards and olive groves of Chianti. Taste local wine and olive oil before returning to your cruise ship in Livorno.
Tour Options
Itinerary
After having met your driver at your ship in Livorno Port, during the 90 minutes drive to reach Greve in Chianti, (the most famous village of the Chianti Classico countryside), he will explain all the details of your day, to be sure the schedule fits your needs. Once in Greve in Chianti, the birthplace of the famous Tuscan explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, the Tuscan who discovered the New York Harbor, admire the Piazza Matteotti, a gently sloping square which is the hub of life in Greve; visit the many local shops and wine stores, including the famous butcher shop Falorni, or the Enoteca Le Cantine (one of the biggest wine shop in Tuscany)
After the visit of Greve in Chianti depart for a 30 minutes drive through one of the most beautiful wine road in Italy, full of rolling hills, huge vineyards and olive trees, typical of the Chianti Classico area.
On the way to the winery admire the charming Tuscan hilltop village of Panzano in Chianti, located exactly halfway between Florence and Siena, with the curch of Santa Maria Assunta and the imposing Tower of the Castle.
Your experience at the winery will start with an introduction about the history of the estate, followed by the visit of the old wine cellars with the explanations about the wine making process, and all the secrets to produce the Chianti red wine and the Tuscan olive oil, famous all over the world. After the visit, take a seat and taste different wines (Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans, etc.) and the olive oil, one of the most important ingredients of the italian cooking.
As an alternative, in case Fattoria Montecchio is not available for your date, the visit followed by the wine tasting will be made at Casa Emma, another hill top winery located in the same area (the earth of the Chianti Classico countryside).
For food lovers, just 5 minutes away from the wineries, there is a family owned restaurant called La Locanda di Pietracupa, where you can taste one of the best and most genuine food of Tuscany, paired with a great selection of local wines. This is just an option in case you like to have a lunch at a restaurant; obviously being lunch at your own expenses, you are free to decide where to dine, or skip the restaurant and eat something faster somewhere else.
According to your personal interest, the day will continue driving through the typical Tuscan roads/villages, before to be dropped off on perfect time to your ship in Livorno Port
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The driver will be waiting for you, holding a sign with the lead traveller name on it, on the pier where your ship is docked.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Passengers with foldable wheelchair can be accommodated, only if specified at time of booking
- Baby seats are mandatory for infants, please request at time of booking
Reviews(82)
Leo was so amazing and the best guide!! He was so kind and very informative and the vineyards were beautiful and amazing
We laughed, we cried, we were born again. Spending the day with 3x Grammy nominated tour guide, Jason, was a dream come true. If you come to Italy, and you’re not touring with Jason, you’re doing it wrong.
Terrific experience beautiful countryside amazing wineries had a great time! The van could use a microphone or some sort of PA system because in the back you really couldn't hear anything the driver was saying. But not his fault. Would do again absolutely and might even book a stay at the first Winery or even the second! They both had lodging options it appeared.
Danielle and vinecenzo were amazing!!
went with my daughter yesterday and it was just a perfect day in every way. Our host Jason was amazing, a great combination of knowledgeable information and fun. He really enhanced the experience by providing a really fun atmosphere. All 3 venues were excellent with beautiful wine and food at all 3. The stop off in the little town was also very nice. This is a day very worth doing. You will have the best time.
From the moment we handed our voucher to the lovely lady at the reception desk, we knew this was going to be a very special day. The Chianti wine region is absolutely breathtaking, the vineyards are stunning, and the wines we tasted were simply exquisite. But what truly made this excursion unforgettable were our driver, Mike, and our guide, Raf. They are exactly where they belong. Their professionalism, passion, energy, and sense of humor transformed a wonderful tour into an extraordinary experience. From beginning to end, it was a nonstop stream of laughter, emotions, fascinating stories, and unforgettable moments. We have taken many excursions over the years, but we can honestly say this was the very best we have ever experienced. Without question, this became the absolute highlight of our entire trip and that’s saying a lot because we’ve had an amazing vacation. Everything was perfect: the warm welcome, the flawless organization, the spectacular scenery, the incredible wines, an exceptional guide, an outstanding driver, and a wonderful group of fellow travelers. The atmosphere on the bus was unlike anything we’ve ever experienced. It truly felt like everything aligned to create the perfect day. Our only disappointment? We can’t give more than 5 stars. Grazie di cuore a Mike, Raf e a tutto il team. Questa giornata rimarrà per sempre uno dei ricordi più belli del nostro viaggio in Toscana. Bravissimi! 🇮🇹
Loved it. Leo our guide, was great. Very knowledgeable and interesting. All three wineries were different and all very enjoyable. A little stop off in Greve was a bonus too. Four tastings at first one with snacks, second with lunch and the third one was huge.we were a small group(only four of us) and we tried six very different wines. Also small snacks. It was a relief to go up into the hills for a breeze. Temperature in Florence town hit 39! And the views were to die for.
What an amazing experience to visit the Chianti region and Tuscan countryside. The trip alone had us looking out at gorgeous vistas. The wines were fantastic and being able to see some very old bottles of wine in the cellars was great. What made this exceptional was Nino (driver) and Matteo (our guide). He gave us so much information along the way which made it super educational. Would do this again!
Daniele was incredible host, appreciate him and his hospitality!
Jason was hilarious and did an amazing job making the 40min bus ride with Nino driving go by fast & fun. He also took some amazing pics of our group. The wine country was absolutely beautiful and truly was like something out of a movie. Highly recommend! P.s. this is to Nino & Jason’s boss: give them a raise.
