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Private wine tour on the magical hills of Lucca with sommelier
About this experience
I'm Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021, 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit 2 wineries representative of the denominations of the province of Lucca and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced and local delights! I love my job and constantly travel to discover small wineries "Light lunch" option includes lunch + 5/8 wines depending on cellar For pick-ups in places more than 15 km from the center of Lucca will be calculated a surcharge that I will inform you in advance, to be paid by credit card at the end of the tour
What to expect
Stop 1 · 1h 30min
Visit of winery representative of the territory, walk in the vineyards and wine tasting that includes wines (4 to 6 depending on the cellar) + extra virgin olive oil + selection of seasonal products. The wineries we will visit are mainly family-run, certified organic and simply beautiful!
Stop 2 · 1h 30min
Visit of winery representative of the territory, walk in the vineyards and wine tasting that includes wines (4 to 6 depending on the cellar) + extra virgin olive oil + selection of seasonal products. The wineries we will visit are mainly family-run, certified organic and simply beautiful!
What’s included
- 7-seater SUV up to 6 guests free of charge, 9-seater van with 7/8 guests, over 9 coaches with Pro driver
- Depending on the distance from Lucca greater than 15 km from the center, an extra time calculated according to the expected time may be calculated - free service in all other cases
- Sparkling, white, rosé, red and sweet wines depending on the wineries booked
- Visit of 2 wineries and wine tasting
- Bruschetta, cold cuts, cheese, extra virgin olive oil, bread, focaccia according to the cellars booked
- Fresh water served in both cellars
Not included
- Tipping is optional, at guests' discretion
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Traditional experience
Duration: 5 hours: Indicative duration depending on traffic Wine and food tasting: Wine tasting accompanied by typical local products such as bruschetta, cold cuts, cheeses, extra virgin olive oil The magical hills of Lucca: 2 splendid wineries representative of the territory with visit of the vineyards, cellars and wine tasting Car - minivan - bus: SUV car up to 6 guests minivan 7/8 guests bus with driver for 9 guests Pick up - max 15 km: This option includes pick up within a radius of 15 km calculated from the center of Lucca Pickup included
Experience with light lunch
The magical hills of Lucca Duration: 5 hours: Indicative duration depending on traffic Light lunch and wines: Light lunch including starters, first course and dessert 11/12 wines in total between the 2 wineries The magical hills of Lucca: 2 splendid family-run and organically certified wineries with visit of vineyards, cellars and wine tasting Car - minivan - bus: We will travel by car up to 6 guests between 7 and 8 in minivans over 8 by bus special vehicles on request and with extra payment Pick up: This option includes the meeting point/pick up within a 15 km radius calculated from the center of Lucca Pickup included
Before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.