What to do and see in Province of Prato, Tuscany: The Best Sightseeing Tours

January 13, 2022 Jacquiline Delozier

Discover the best top things to do in Province of Prato, Italy including Carmignano Half Day tour from Florence: The First Cabernet-Sauvignon in Tuscany, Private walking tour of Florence, Caravaggio's Art and Life Private Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up by Marco, Private Medici Villa Guided Tour and Sunset Wine Tasting with Dinner , Explore Medici's Tuscany in a fully escorted 3 day tour.
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1. Carmignano Half Day tour from Florence: The First Cabernet-Sauvignon in Tuscany

Borgo Ognissanti, 70, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Enotropea Wine Tours
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Gain in-depth knowledge about a well-reputed and historical wine area. Wine has been produced in the Carmignano region since Roman times. During the Middle Ages, the area was widely reputed for the quality of its wines. The reputation of Carmignano continued to grow with Queen Anne of Great Britain requesting regular shipments of the wine. You will visit two wineries where you’ll receive tips about the art of wine tasting and wine and food pairing. You will tour the vineyards and wine cellars in the heart of Carmignano, giving an up close look at the production and ageing process of the wines. Additionally, you will learn about the secrets of extra virgin olive oil making. This wonderful experience includes wine tasting of a large spectrum of wine, lunch and the opportunity to buy some of the best Tuscan wines.

Inclusions: Wine tasting, Appetizers and multiple-course lunch, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Certified sommelier/guide with you the entire day, 100% Private Tour, Pick-up

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By mesie2898

Absolutely the best day I had while visiting Italy. Angel was our guide for the entire day. At the first winery we had the pleasure of starting the visit with a tour of the vineyard in a horse-drawn cart, followed by a fantastic lunch with km0 products. Visit to the village of Suvereto and finish with more wine in a family winery where they create one of the most appreciated wines in Italy. I can say with certainty that this day was one of, if not the best day of our vacation in Tuscany.

2. Private walking tour of Florence

Eleonora Agostini

If this is your first time in Florence, or if you would like to have an exhaustive overview of the must-see sites of Florence, while getting tips about the local cuisine and the Florentine craftsmanship, this is the tour for you! Art and History are my speciality, and I will put you in touch with the personalities and artists who have left their mark through the beauties of Florence. We will see the traces left by the ancient romans, the flourishing of the medieval comune (a kind of commonwealth), and the rise of the families who supported the birth of the Renaissance, and end up with the memories from the XIX century. By the end of this tour you will be able to have a very good orientation of Florence, so as to to be able to explore in depth the sites you liked the most!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off

3. Caravaggio's Art and Life Private Guided Tour with Hotel Pick-up by Marco

Guided Tours of Rome and the Vatican with Marco

Enjoy a private guided walking tour among Caravaggio's works of art and the places where he lived and worked in Rome. Your highly-qualified guide and local art historian will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the artist's unique style. You will also see some of Rome's most fascinating locations and discover other great artists who characterised the Baroque period in Rome. You will learn about the artist's innovations and altercations, and how Michelangelo Merisi (his real name) left an indelible mark on the history of art thanks to the breathtaking quality of his trailblazing painting. You will go to some of the places that still host the art that was created for them, such as Santa Maria del Popolo, San Luigi dei Francesi and Sant’Agostino, three important churches in the heart of Rome's old town. As you walk, you will come across the same streets that Caravaggio used to frequent in the 1600s, and they haven't changed much since when.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Daniel A

There is no other Tour Guide!! Marco is fantastic, Our 2 children bonded immediately with Marco who had them interested the entire evening. Parents if you book a Tour for kids you will enjoy your evening in Rome. Marco speaks perfect English explains everything and answers all your questions. He is very informative and gets you around to cover as much as you can in your time but doesn't cut corners. The Pizza and Gelato were amazing. We did 2 Tours with Marco and we didn't miss out on anything. The private tour is the way to go, you get more time and the best vantage spots come from Marco's local knowledge. Communication was great we even agreed to meet a little earlier and we were able to access the Pantheon right on dusk (with a little of Marco's charm) which was a great experience. Don't book anywhere else!!

4. Private Medici Villa Guided Tour and Sunset Wine Tasting with Dinner

Book Tuscany Experiences

Treat yourself to an afternoon of beauty and tranquility. Escape from the chaos and city lines. Discover the Medici Villa of Poggio a Caiano, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, visit an Estate lying in the hills of the Chianti Colli Fiorentini and enjoy a dinner with organic Chianti tasting at sunset.

Inclusions: Guided tour at Villa Poggio a Caiano, Private transfer, Cellars tour, Dinner with wine tasting

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Reviewed By Mozzie54

A Thunderstorm met us as we left the train station at Lucca to meet our guide, Davide. Thankfully it did not last too long and we were able to enjoy the passion for Lucca that Davide shared with us as we strolled around the walled township. We couldn't help feeling like we wanted our tour to continue as David filled our imaginations with his story telling and making the city come alive for us.

5. Explore Medici's Tuscany in a fully escorted 3 day tour

Tuscany Untouched

Rulers of Tuscany for three centuries, the Medici Family changed history and shaped the region of Tuscany as we see it today. This 3 day tour with will follow their footsteps and decipher the omnipresent legacy that this powerful family has left in Tuscany. This 3 day tour will also give you the opportunity to enjoy delicious wine tastings, interesting activities and visit amazing medieval villages. Pick up and drop off from Florence. Small intimate groups. Guarantee departure every day. Fully escorted tour with a local guide.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Private transportation, Professional local expert and driver

Exclusions: tickets for the boat in Livorno, Licenced "tour guided"

Reviewed By frodo216

We loved the hot springs and the setting along a river in the woods and found a small pool at a perfect temeperature for a long soak. The wine tasting at a small family vineyard was a pleasant way to round out the day and a nice introduction to the wines of Montalcino. Matteo was and excellent guide and driver - we enjoyed his insights into the countyside and hid frindly and professional manner. Highly recommended.

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