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Prosecco Tour
Verona & Amarone
Wine Road of the Doges
Gastronomy tour to Collio Friuli
Medieval Towns of Asolo, Marostica and Bassano
PRIVATE Verona & Amarone - Full Day
Private Valpolicella Wine Tour - Haf Day
CULTURE, WINE & FOOD TASTING TOUR - Full Day
TOUR WITH WINE-TASTING IN THE PROSECCO HILLS 'Behind Venice'
The tours along the official wines routes allow you to visit the most interesting historical-artistical sightseeings of our territory and to enjoy unique wine-tastings taking place in attractive cellars as well.
The tour along the Prosecco route includes four stops and two wine-tastings.
The first stage goes from Conegliano Veneto to Follina, where you will visit the famous Cistercian Abbay "Santa Maria", one of the greatest and well-kept sanctuaries of Italy. National monument since 1921.
The second stop will occur in the "cru" area for the production of the prestigious sparkling wine "Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze", to savour the first wine-tasting in a cellar of the XVIIth century, whose owner is the world famous producer Gianluca Bisol.
The third stop will take place in Refrontolo, where you will admire the suggestive "Molinetto della Croda", a rare but typical example of the XVIIth century mills still existing in our territory.
The fourth stop will be in the guest-quarters of the charming estate "Relais Chateaux Duca di Dolle", where you will taste the "Passito" accompanied with some sweets and you can visit the products corner.
First wine-tasting: 3 Proseccos(cru and "classical method") accompanied with:
- Aristos and bacon fat
- Cheese "Ciochet" with jam or mustard
- Vegetables on oil or sweet and sour
- Prosecchini in small baskets
Second wine-tasting: dessert wine accompanied with "Cartizzini" and "Bionda" based on Prosecco.
- Departs: Daily 9.00 am
- Meeting point: at Santa Lucia train station, under the clock
- Cost: 105 Euro per person (maximum 8 people) First part of your journey is by train with our guide!
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VERONA & AMARONE - Full Day
Come Discover the magic of Verona & the Amarone/Valpolicella with us! We arrive in Verona at Piazza Bra where world famous 1st century outdoor arena is located. With it's over 22,000 seats under the stars everyone from Andrea Bocelli, Celine Dion, U2 and Sting have sung there as well as numerous operas. You will have a few hours to visit the house of Juliet (Romeo's girlfriend), historical Piazza dell Erbe and some of the exclusive shops around the city. After Verona , we will head on over to the medieval towns of the Valpolicella region for a delicious lunch in a typical local restuarant. With time permitting we will have a chance to visit the 13th century church S. Giorgio with it 's splendid altar dating back to 712 a .d. where they have some of the most beautiful panoramic views of Sirmione and Lago di Garda. From here we drive to a vineyard to have a guided visit and learn more about the famous 'Amarone' wine of the region. We will enjoy tasting some of the different wines they produce and have a chance to purchase a few bottles to take with you such as Amarone & Recioto della Valpolicella. Then just sit back and enjoy the views as we head back to Venice .
- Tour departs: Monday and Thursday 8:30am
- Meeting point: Left hand side of Piazzale Roma, near porters stand.
- Tour cost: 145 euro p.p. (min. 2 pax/max 8 unless booked as a private tour)
- Lunch and wine tastings included
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WINE ROAD OF THE DOGES - Half Day
The Lison Pramaggiore DOC wine area is set in the most eastern part of the Veneto. Vines have been grown for at least 3,000 years and even back to prehistoric times. Within a short distance from Venice we reach this rich agricultural area and visit one of the local vineyards, to see how they are producing the superlative wines today, and enjoy a variety of tastes from wines such as Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Chardonnay and Sauvignon to name but a few. Together with the wine tasting we enjoy home-made appetisers from this family run 'cantina' and of course there is the opportunity to stock up on a few bottles of 'vino'.
- Tour departs: Tuesday and Saturday 9.00 am
- Meeting point: Left hand side of Piazzale Roma, near porters stand.
- Tour cost: Euro 69 per person (maximum 8 people, minimum 2 people unless booked as a private tour).
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GASTRONOMY TOUR TO COLLIO FRIULI - Full Day
If you love Italian food and wine, you 'll love this tour! Crossing the countryside of the Veneto Orientale we reach the vineyards of firstly the Veneto, and then Friuli. Into the heart of the Fruilano territory, we come to the area so well-loved by gastronomy specialists 'il Collio '. Our first stop is between the hills of Corno di Rosazzo and Cividale, starting with a visit to a wine-maker & oenologist where we enjoy a guided visit of the high-tech wine production plant, and to the cellar with its oak barrels. Wine-tasting includes reds such as Cabernet, Merlot, Refosco, and whites Verduzzo, Friulano, Tocai accompanied by local products 'Montasio cheese, salamis and 'La Cubana ' a Friulano sweet. We then head towards the borders of Slovenia, where we enjoy lunch in a Trattoria. Home-made specialities of Tortello, Friulano, Maialata are on the menu, all accompanied by local wine and of course Grappa! In the afternoon we take time to see an old monastery dating back to 11th century - 'Monastero delle Rose ' so called due to a particular microclimate where roses flower even in the winter!Departs: Wednesdays 8.30 am*
- Tour departs: Wednesday 8.30 am
- Meeting point: Left hand side of Piazzale Roma, near porters stand
- Tour cost: Euro 145 per person (maximum 8 people, minimum 2 people unless booked as a private tour)
- Local seasonal lunch/wine-tastings included
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MEDIEVAL TOWNS OF ASOLO, MAROSTICA AND BASSANO
For this tour we have chosen the most picturesque hill towns of the Veneto. From Venice we travel into the countryside and head towards the hills where we find the medieval walled town of Marostica with its imposing castle. It 's a town famous for a 'living game of chess ' that takes place once a year on a giant chessboard in its main square ' an event that dates back to the 15th century. The rampart walk from the Castello Inferiore to the Castello superior has fine views.
Moving on we visit the peaceful town of Bassano del Grappa ' synonymous with its production of the potent liquor Grappa - 'firewater of the mountains '. Crossing the celebrated Palladian bridge over the Riviera del Brenta we visit the famous distillery with its shop situated right on the bridge and enjoy a taste of the famous Grappa!
Then onto Asolo ' the pearl of the Veneto' and known as the town of a thousand horizons, a tiny town perfectly situated among the cypress-clad foothills of the Dolomites, where we find the castle of Caterina Cornaro - Queen of Cyprus, dating back to 15th century. Many poets have fallen in love with Asolo, including Robert Browning.
This is a relaxing day out, and you can choose where to take lunch (with helpful suggestions from your guide/driver). Locanda Cipriani at Asolo is perfect, or a local 'hosteria ' in the town centre to taste local specialities.
- Tour departs:Wednesday and Friday 8.30 am (5 hrs)
- Meeting point: Left hand side of Piazzale Roma, near porters stand
- Tour cost:Euro 79 per person (maximum 8 people, minimum 2 people unless booked as a private tour)
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PRIVATE VERONA & AMARONE Full Day
Come discover the magic of Verona & the Valpolicella with us! We arrive in Verona at Piazza Bra where the world famous 1st century outdoor coloseum is located (the third largest in Italy ). It has over 22,000 seats under the stars, and everything from operas and concerts take place. You will have a few hours to visit the house of Juliet (as in Romeo & Juliet), the historical Piazza dell Erbe and some of the exclusive shops around the city. After Verona , we will head on over to the Valpolicella region for a delicious lunch in a typical local restaurant. With time permitting we will have a chance to visit the 13th century church S. Giorgio with it 's splendid altar dating back to 712 a .d., and the beautiful panoramic view of Sirmione and Lake Garda . From here we drive to a vineyard to have a guided visit and learn more about the famous 'Amarone ' wine of the region. We will enjoy tasting some of the different wines they produce and have a chance to purchase a few bottles to take with you such as Amarone & Recioto della Valpolicella. Then just sit back and enjoy the views as we head back to Venice .
- 2 HOUR PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR OF THE CITY WITH LOCAL GUIDE
- LUNCH & WINE TASTINGS INCLUDED
- Tour cost:850 euro (1-4 pax) 1150 euro (5-8 pax) Max 8 persons.
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PRIVATE VALPOLICELLA WINE TOUR - Half Day
Travelling through the Veneto countryside, we enjoy the beautiful landscape made of vineyards and wineries. The Valpolicella area is rich in colours and perfumes with its hills full of vineyards. The mild climate with the perfect balance between rains and temperature, the variety of soils with the passion and ability of the producers makes Valpolicella wine one of the best in the world. You 'll taste 3 different wines with one Amarone reserve 97 ' in one of the most important wineries. Every day 8.30am-13.30pm
- 2 HOUR PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR OF THE CITY WITH LOCAL GUIDE
- LUNCH & WINE TASTINGS INCLUDED
- Tour cost:850 euro (1-4 pax) 1150 euro (5-8 pax) Max 8 persons.
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PRIVATE PROSECCO WINE TOUR - Half Day
Close to the Veneto Dolomites we reach Conegliano and Valdobbiadene area which is the Prosecco sparkling wine production zone.
We visit one of the vineyards to learn the techniques and the specific characteristics of this Italian white wine with an expert enologist.
We enjoy a wine tasting and the wonderful sceneries around this hilly area.Every day 8.30am-13.30pm.
- Meeteng point: left hand side of Piazzale Roma, near the porter stand.
- Tour Cost: 550,00 Euros
- Max 6 pax
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WINE TASTING EVENING - Daily Tour
A wonderful opportunity to sample 4 of the most important wines of the Veneto area accompanied by 4 different types of Venetian Tapas 'Cicchetti ' in an environment internationally renowned for its wine, food and art! A fun way to learn about wine, have a snack and meet others and local Venetians....
Wines: Ciccheti: ' Prosecco
' Soave
' Valpolicella Ripasso
' Amarone Selezione' Brushcetta
' Fish Pate
' Venetian Sopressa
' Asiago cheese
- Daily at 6:30pm
- Tour Cost : 25 Euros p.p.
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FEEDBACK
Buongiorgno Renzo! You took us on the Gastronomy Tour to Fruili on May 24th. We had a wonderful time! The countryside was so beautiful and we loved the local places that we visited. It was refreshing to see some "real" Italian life after all the tourism in Venice
- Thank you again, .Joanna and Jeff
You drove us for a lovely day to Cortina and the Dolomites on the 21st September. We remember the mountains and the company, and the wonderful lunch in that dear little village.Thank you again very very much and our best wishes for the New Year
- Helen & Dugald Campbell, Australia
"I wanted to send back a quick "thank-you" and to let you know the tour was just perfect for what we wanted - a short trip to see a bit of the Brenta with a guide who had a wonderful way of describing the area and the particular Villa/s we visited. The tour provided an insight into the an aspect of Venetian life I think many people miss when they stay in the "city centre". We appreciated the extra effort to pick us up at the hotel and the day was lovely.
- The Culshaw Family