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Discover the Best of Sicilian Wineries
- Learn to prepare a traditional Sicilian meal with the help of a professional chef right from buying the produce to cooking the delicious meal.
- Dive into the hustle and bustle of a traditional Sicilian farmer's market and experience the satisfaction of picking your own produce.
- Learn how to cook a perfect Sicilian three-course meal with an appetizer, main, and dessert from a local chef.
- Savor the fruits of your hard work and sit down to share your hand-cooked meal with your group along with a glass of Marsala wine.
- Collect a digital recipe booklet with all the chef’s favorite recipes and tips and tricks.
- Learn to prepare a traditional Sicilian meal with the help of a professional chef right from buying the produce to cooking the delicious meal.
- Dive into the hustle and bustle of a traditional Sicilian farmer's market and experience the satisfaction of picking your own produce.
- Learn how to cook a perfect Sicilian three-course meal with an appetizer, main, and dessert from a local chef.
- Savor the fruits of your hard work and sit down to share your hand-cooked meal with your group along with a glass of Marsala wine.
- Collect a digital recipe booklet with all the chef’s favorite recipes and tips and tricks.
Inclusions
- Visiting the food market
- Cooking lesson with a local chef
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- All ingredients for your 3-course lunch
- Wine and Marsala wine or soft drinks for children
- Graduation certificate
- A digital booklet with all the recipes
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Audio guide
- Hotel transfers
- Tip: The Mercato del Capo has a few other submarkets, such as the Ballarò, La Vucciria, Lattarini, and the Flea Market, all of which are open to the public.
- Note that on Mondays and specially-instructed days, fish markets may remain closed, and extra tastings will be held at the cooking school instead.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Spend unforgettable family moments as you learn how to make pizza and gelato like a true local from a professional, English-speaking chef.
- Pay close attention as your pizzaiolo demonstrates how to make the perfect “sfincione” pizza, loosely translating to "thick sponge".
- Learn about the history of Italian ice cream as you make fresh pistachio gelato and a cone to go with it.
- Enjoy the opportunity to sample premium wines and olive oils as you wait for the food to be ready before settling down for a well-earned dinner.
- Leave the cooking class with happy memories, a graduation certificate, and a digital recipe booklet to impress your friends and family.
- Spend unforgettable family moments as you learn how to make pizza and gelato like a true local from a professional, English-speaking chef.
- Pay close attention as your pizzaiolo demonstrates how to make the perfect “sfincione” pizza, loosely translating to "thick sponge".
- Learn about the history of Italian ice cream as you make fresh pistachio gelato and a cone to go with it.
- Enjoy the opportunity to sample premium wines and olive oils as you wait for the food to be ready before settling down for a well-earned dinner.
- Leave the cooking class with happy memories, a graduation certificate, and a digital recipe booklet to impress your friends and family.
Inclusions
- Pizza and gelato cooking lesson
- English-speaking local chef
- Demonstration of "sfincione" making (pizza palermitana)
- All ingredients for pizza and gelato making
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Dinner with wine and Marsala wine, soft drinks for children
- Graduation certificate
- Digital booklet with recipes
- Tip: After the cooking class, take some time to visit the nearby famous attractions such as the Teatro Massimo and the Norman Palace.
- Please inform the chef about any vegetarian preferences, food intolerances, or allergies in advance.
- Wines are available only for guests aged 18 and above. Children can enjoy soft drinks.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Escape from the Palermo crowds to the hilltop town of Erice and Marsala, seated in a comfortable minivan with an expert driver/tour leader.
- Appreciate the old-time beauty of Erice as you look out over the Egadi Islands and the city of Trapani.
- Stroll through the narrow alleys and quaint courtyards of Erice and taste a local Sicilian granita.
- Sample the best local wines and olive oils that Marsala is known for, in addition to a delicious Sicilian lunch.
- Smell the salt in the air as you admire the characteristic windmills and basins along Marsala’s panoramic salt route.
- Escape from the Palermo crowds to the hilltop town of Erice and Marsala, seated in a comfortable minivan with an expert driver/tour leader.
- Appreciate the old-time beauty of Erice as you look out over the Egadi Islands and the city of Trapani.
- Stroll through the narrow alleys and quaint courtyards of Erice and taste a local Sicilian granita.
- Sample the best local wines and olive oils that Marsala is known for, in addition to a delicious Sicilian lunch.
- Smell the salt in the air as you admire the characteristic windmills and basins along Marsala’s panoramic salt route.
Inclusions
- English-speaking driver/tour leader
- Return transfers from Palermo
- Transportation in a luxury Mercedes minivan/minibus
- Visiting Erice with granita tasting
- Visiting Marsala saline (exterior)
- Typical Sicilian lunch in a winery or farm
- Water bottle
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
Palermo - Erice - Marsala - Marsala Salt Route - Palermo
- Tip: May to November are the best months to visit Erice and Marsala, owing to good weather.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- On this fast-track, self-guided tour of Cité du Vin, immerse yourself in the world of wine in this exquisite experience for all those wine connoisseurs out there.
- Wander through the Permanent Exhibition space which explains the journey of wine through the ages, with an audio guide available in 8 languages.
- Intrigued by knowing about how wine evolved in different countries? Stop by the 18 interactive exhibits explaining the wine ages through history and famous figures.
- End your trip on a high by going up to the highest point of Cité du Vin, the Belvedere, for a 360-degree view of the scenic surroundings of Bordeaux.
- Hint: Pack a small picnic basket and head to the Cité du Vin garden, for breathtaking views of the area and the river Garonne.
- On this fast-track, self-guided tour of Cité du Vin, immerse yourself in the world of wine in this exquisite experience for all those wine connoisseurs out there.
- Wander through the Permanent Exhibition space which explains the journey of wine through the ages, with an audio guide available in 8 languages.
- Intrigued by knowing about how wine evolved in different countries? Stop by the 18 interactive exhibits explaining the wine ages through history and famous figures.
- End your trip on a high by going up to the highest point of Cité du Vin, the Belvedere, for a 360-degree view of the scenic surroundings of Bordeaux.
- Hint: Pack a small picnic basket and head to the Cité du Vin garden, for breathtaking views of the area and the river Garonne.
Inclusions
- Self-guided audio tour of the new Permanent Exhibition
- 15 wine options at the Belvedere
- Audio guide available in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Chinese, and Portuguese
- Headsets, subtitles, and audio descriptions
Exclusions
- Live guide
- Temporary exhibition
- Meals and other drinks
- Hotel transfers and transport
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Guide dogs.
- Tip: To make the most of your experience, visit the attraction in the morning, as fewer people would be around.
- These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 2 June, 2025.
- These tickets are valid until 2 June, 2025.
- Experience scenic natural views at the beautiful Douro Valley with an expert English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese-speaking guide.
- Learn about the history, unknown facts, and the interesting process of wine-making when you visit 2 famous wine estates and experience the pleasure of tasting exquisite wines at both farms.
- Marvel at the extraordinary churches and the beautiful Convent of São Gonçalo as you stop for a visit to the historic town of Amarante.
- Fill your tummy with a delicious lunch to taste some of Douro Valley’s best delicacies.
- Drive to Pinhão, and stop at the São Cristóvão viewpoint for some lovely photographs which will make for beautiful memories.
- Experience a cruise on the Pinhão River and see where it joins the waters of the Douro River.
Itinerary
- Porto (Meeting-Point)
- Amarante
- Douro Valley
- Pinhão
- Douro River
- Régua
- Experience scenic natural views at the beautiful Douro Valley with an expert English, Spanish, French, or Portuguese-speaking guide.
- Learn about the history, unknown facts, and the interesting process of wine-making when you visit 2 famous wine estates and experience the pleasure of tasting exquisite wines at both farms.
- Marvel at the extraordinary churches and the beautiful Convent of São Gonçalo as you stop for a visit to the historic town of Amarante.
- Fill your tummy with a delicious lunch to taste some of Douro Valley’s best delicacies.
- Drive to Pinhão, and stop at the São Cristóvão viewpoint for some lovely photographs which will make for beautiful memories.
- Experience a cruise on the Pinhão River and see where it joins the waters of the Douro River.
Itinerary
- Porto (Meeting-Point)
- Amarante
- Douro Valley
- Pinhão
- Douro River
- Régua
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Douro Valley
- Expert English, French, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
- Visit wine estates
- Wine tastings
- Cheese and olive oil tastings
- Lunch with Douro wine pairings
- Douro River cruise at Pinhão
Exclusions
- Other meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
- Transfers
- Lunch is included in the tour.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Spend the day sampling award-winning wines and delicious snacks on the 5-hour Vineyards Escape guided tour to two wineries in the Chianti wine region.
- Experience magical landscapes in the Tuscan countryside in one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world.
- Embark on a personalized tour through the vineyards and cellars and sample 3 to 4 wines at each winery.
- Discover the secrets behind the winemaking process from passionate winemakers and your multilingual professional guide.
- Taste seasonal products and purchase local goods like extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cheeses, meats, and crostinis at the end of the tour.
- Receive personalized attention and roundtrip transportation from your meeting point in Florence.
- Spend the day sampling award-winning wines and delicious snacks on the 5-hour Vineyards Escape guided tour to two wineries in the Chianti wine region.
- Experience magical landscapes in the Tuscan countryside in one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world.
- Embark on a personalized tour through the vineyards and cellars and sample 3 to 4 wines at each winery.
- Discover the secrets behind the winemaking process from passionate winemakers and your multilingual professional guide.
- Taste seasonal products and purchase local goods like extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cheeses, meats, and crostinis at the end of the tour.
- Receive personalized attention and roundtrip transportation from your meeting point in Florence.
Inclusions
- Round-trip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
- Expert multilingual escort (English or Spanish)
- Admission to two wineries in the Tuscan countryside and a tour of the grounds
- Tasting of 3-4 varieties of wines in each cellar (white and red)
- Tasting of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and regional products
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Audio guide
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Guided Tour in English
- Guided Tour in Spanish
- Tip: In order to enjoy the weather to the fullest, visit Tuscany during April, May, June, September, and October.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
The classic experience – two vineyard visits garnished by wine and fresh local munchies!
- Board a comfortable AC bus from Florence for your wine-tasting trip to Chianti, the enchanting namesake of its famous Italian red.
- Sample delicious wines at two Chianti Classico vineyards, and taste other signature products with some silky olive oil!
- Learn how the production process works as you tour the historic cellars and fields in your chosen language, from a variety of options.
- Soak in the Tuscan countryside dotted with farms and olive groves on this classic vinery experience.
The classic experience – two vineyard visits garnished by wine and fresh local munchies!
- Board a comfortable AC bus from Florence for your wine-tasting trip to Chianti, the enchanting namesake of its famous Italian red.
- Sample delicious wines at two Chianti Classico vineyards, and taste other signature products with some silky olive oil!
- Learn how the production process works as you tour the historic cellars and fields in your chosen language, from a variety of options.
- Soak in the Tuscan countryside dotted with farms and olive groves on this classic vinery experience.
Inclusions
- Half-day trip around Chianti
- Expert local guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or Chinese
- Pick up from Florence
- Round-trip AC bus transfer
- 2 vineyard visits and wine tastings with snacks
- Tip: You have the chance to buy authentic Tuscan products right at the source! Carry a little extra cash if you'd like to take home a treat.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Safety is a priority so the wine tasting experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
- Guests under the age of 18 years can join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Enjoy round-trip transfers by GT coach or minivan from Florence to the Tuscan countryside and explore its breathtaking landscapes.
- With the expertise of a multilingual guide, get a taste of the authentic Tuscan experience on a full-day tour.
- Visit the enthralling city of Siena where you’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio di Siena horse race.
- Upgrade to relish a delicious lunch of Tuscan cuisine, and an authentic local wine-tasting tour. Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and explore to your heart’s desire.
- Go to Pisa and its stunning Piazza dei Miracoli. Admire the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower.
- Enjoy round-trip transfers by GT coach or minivan from Florence to the Tuscan countryside and explore its breathtaking landscapes.
- With the expertise of a multilingual guide, get a taste of the authentic Tuscan experience on a full-day tour.
- Visit the enthralling city of Siena where you’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio di Siena horse race.
- Upgrade to relish a delicious lunch of Tuscan cuisine, and an authentic local wine-tasting tour. Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and explore to your heart’s desire.
- Go to Pisa and its stunning Piazza dei Miracoli. Admire the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa
- Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers from Florence by GT coach
- Typical Tuscan lunch with drinks (optional)
- Wine tasting (optional)
Exclusions
- Entry to Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Entry to Siena Cathedral
- Please note that the order of the itinerary may change.
- Customers must be able to climb and descend stairs. Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved and this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- For lunch, a vegetarian menu is available on request. Dietary requirements should be specified at the time of booking.
- Note: Seine refers to the town and not the Cathedral.
- Reach at the meeting point 15 minutes early to avoid cancellation due to delays. In such cases, refunds will not be granted.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION8 hours 30 mins
MODE OF TRANSFERBus/Coach
Timeline
Map
1
Hornblower Cruise or Journey Behind the Falls
Tickets included
Enjoy a thrilling boat cruise (May to Oct) or explore the cave-like tunnels behind the Falls (Nov to Apr).
2
Buffet lunch at Table Rock Restaurant
Tickets included
Savor a delicious buffet lunch with stunning views of the Falls.
Passes By
Scenic drive along Niagara Parkway
3
Free time in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Spend your free time exploring the charming town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
5
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55 York St
- This small group guided tour of Niagara Falls includes round-trip transfers from Toronto, perfect for families looking for a complete Niagara experience.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet overlooking the majestic falls and see the Niagara Falls' power from Table Rock complex.
- Get close to the waters with a boat cruise or Journey Behind the Falls, depending on the season of your visit.
- Your guide will help you navigate the best viewing areas at Niagara Falls as you get ample free time to explore the Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
- This small group guided tour of Niagara Falls includes round-trip transfers from Toronto, perfect for families looking for a complete Niagara experience.
- Enjoy a delicious lunch buffet overlooking the majestic falls and see the Niagara Falls' power from Table Rock complex.
- Get close to the waters with a boat cruise or Journey Behind the Falls, depending on the season of your visit.
- Your guide will help you navigate the best viewing areas at Niagara Falls as you get ample free time to explore the Falls and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Niagara Peninsula
- Expert tour guide
- Round-trip transfers from Toronto
- Entry to Niagara Falls
- Guided tour of Niagara-on-the-Lake
- Buffet lunch at Table Rock Restaurant
- Boat cruise (May to Oct) or Journey behind the falls (Nov to Apr)
- Tip: Keep an eye out for the Niagara Park Floral Clock along the Parkway, boasting over 15,000 plants and flowers that change with the seasons.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Outside food and drinks are allowed on this experience.
- The boat cruise usually operates from May to October. When it is not operational, it will be replaced with the Journey Behind the Falls.
- The tour itinerary is subject to change due to unavoidable circumstances.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION10 hours 30 mins
MODE OF TRANSFERBus/Coach
START POINT
Central Florence
Meet your fellow travel mates and set off from the heart of Florence by AC coach.
78.3 kms
71 mins
1
Siena
2 attractions
Independently uncover the historic districts of Siena, or go on a guided tour of the city center and optionally its cathedral.
Things to do
1. Banca Monte dei Paschi
Exploring by yourself? Be sure to check out the oldest bank in the world! It was founded 500 years ago and remains one of Italy's largest banking institutions.
2. Siena Cathedral
Nestled in Piazza del Duomo is the magnificent cathedral, a Gothic-Romanesque masterwork. Select the guided tour with entry to admire the mosaic floors and frescoes within.
45.5 kms
59 mins
2
Chianti Classico
1 activities
Drive along the gentle slopes of Chianti and head into a vintage wine estate.
Things to do
1. Vineyard tour & wine tasting
Included in price
Be welcomed to the organic winery with a glass of sparkling and immerse yourself on a tour of its wine cellar.
2. Tuscan lunch
Lunch
Smack on an exquisite 3-course lunch, accompanied by four delightful wines.
46.4 kms
55 mins
3
San Gimignano
1 attractions
At your leisure, traverse this hilltop city, from its old town's 13th-century walls to its skyline filled with high rises.
Things to do
1. Torre Grossa
Situated in Piazza Duomo, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the tallest of San Gimignano's medieval skyscrapers.
61.1 kms
70 mins
4
END POINT
Central Florence
Indulge your appetite on a trip to Siena, San Gimignano, and Chianti with lunch and wines included!
- Freely roam through Siena by yourself, or choose a guided tour of the city center. Upgrade to enter the iconic Siena Cathedral!
- Drop by a winery nestled in the rolling hills of Chianti and dig into a sumptuous 3-course lunch paired with an array of fine wines.
- Gaze up at the towering structures of San Gimignano as you learn why it's called the 'Manhattan of the Middle Ages'.
- Relax to and from Florence aboard an AC coach. Between April and October, you may also stop at the medieval fortress commune of Monteriggioni!
Indulge your appetite on a trip to Siena, San Gimignano, and Chianti with lunch and wines included!
- Freely roam through Siena by yourself, or choose a guided tour of the city center. Upgrade to enter the iconic Siena Cathedral!
- Drop by a winery nestled in the rolling hills of Chianti and dig into a sumptuous 3-course lunch paired with an array of fine wines.
- Gaze up at the towering structures of San Gimignano as you learn why it's called the 'Manhattan of the Middle Ages'.
- Relax to and from Florence aboard an AC coach. Between April and October, you may also stop at the medieval fortress commune of Monteriggioni!
Inclusions
- Full-day trip around Siena, San Gimignano, and Chianti
- Multilingual assistance on board
- Pick up from Florence
- Round-trip AC coach transfer
- Vineyard visit, wine tasting, and lunch in Chianti
- Guided tour of Siena city center (if selected)
- Guided tour of Siena Cathedral and city center (if selected)
- Tip: It's possible to walk along the 2176-metre perimeter of the second circle of city walls that mark the historical centre of San Gimignano.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Safety is a priority so the wine tasting experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
- Guests under the age of 18 years can join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.
- Please note that the order of visits is subject to change.
- For entry to Siena Cathedral, all guests must wear clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.