Enchanting Art and Wine: Florence and Chianti Escape

Day 1  Florence        
Arrive into the wondrous city of Florence and take a private transfer to your city-centre hotel. Once settled in, enjoy your first venture into the city, down glorious, cobbled alleyways and cap off your first day with a dish of authentic Italian pasta.        

Day 2  Florence        
After sipping a traditional espresso, begin your day with a visit to the symbol of Florence – the iconic Duomo, a striking architectural feat. Skip the queues with your included ticket and ascend the 463 steps for commanding city views. Afterwards, be astounded by the beauty of Italian Renaissance art with a visit to the Uffizi Gallery.          

Day 3  Florence        
Spend the morning with a visit to the Accademia Gallery, famous for housing Michaelangelo’s legendary ‘David’ statue. Afterwards, stop by the Ponte Vecchio for a brilliant photo opportunity and a charming walk along the Arno River to absorb the atmosphere. In the afternoon, become a master of Italian cooking with a course teaching you the art of Italian pizza and gelato-making – be rewarded by tasting your creations!        

Day 4 Chianti        
Set off early today on a spectacular full-day food and wine tour, escorted in an off-road 4x4 vehicle through the gorgeous Tuscan countryside. Stop off at a Florentine food market, selecting delectable, cured meats, olives, cheeses and other Tuscan delicacies, for use in your cooking class. Arrive to a rustic farmhouse to concoct a mouth-watering three-course meal, under expert guidance, picking up the culinary secrets of Tuscan cuisine. Continue onto a splendid wine estate and historic villa to take part in flavoursome chianti wine-tasting.        

Day 5 Florence        
After a final Italian breakfast, enjoy a private transfer back to the airport, to make your onwards flight.