CULINARY TOURS

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Walking and Cooking in Tuscany



Arezzo Countryside



Enjoy the beautiful Tuscan countryside, famous around the world for its fantastic views and its lush vegetation. You will transport yourself to this ancient land of beautiful villas and spectacular landscapes as you enjoy leisurely walks through the Arezzo countryside.

You will visit Civitella, Radda-in-Chianti, Pieve a Presciano, and Montalcino. You will also visit various Tuscan wineries and taste various wines, including the world famous Chianti Classico wines.

An expert chef will teach you some delicious Tuscan dishes, and lunch will be based on the class.

This is the event of lifetime, in a magical and picturesque setting where memories will never be forgotten.


Itinerary

Day 1
  • Arrive on your own at the three star Relais (Fattoria Montelucci) in the Chianti area (Pergine Valdarno-Arezzo)

Day 2
  • After breakfast, first walk (12 km) to Civitella
  • Lunch and wine tasting in a typical restaurant

Day 3
  • First private cooking lesson with the chef, lunch based on class
  • Afternoon tour to Radda-in-Chianti, visit private wine cellars at Fattoria Vignavecchia including wine tasting of the famous "Chianti Classico"

Day 4
  • Second walk to Pieve a Presciano
  • Lunch at the Relais containing cold cuts, olive oil and wine
  • Afternoon visit to a wine cellar, wine tasting

Day 5
  • Second cooking lesson, lunch based on class
  • Afternoon excursion to the famous wine town, Montalcino, visit a wine farm for wine tasting

Tour Includes

  • 5 nights accommodation at the Relais
  • 2 cooking classes followed by lunch
  • 1 lunch in Civitella
  • 1 light lunch
  • 2 wine tastings
  • Breakfast and dinner daily





2006 Rates Based on Double
  • Euros 920.00--dates available upon request





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