Top Montecatini Terme Food & Drink

Check out the must-see towns of Tuscany on a day trip to San Gimignano, Siena, and Chianti from Montecatini Terme. Travel with a tour leader so you get the lowdown on the towns’ history, then explore each one. Hear tales of Palio di Siena horse race and visit Piazza del Campo, walk amid the medieval San Gimignano towers and savor Chianti wine and pecorino cheese at an authentic Tuscan wine estate. It's a great way to experience Tuscany with minimum fuss.

You will discover the world of Extra Virgin Olive Oil of absolute excellence, you will have a privileged point of view and you will be able to become more aware consumers. The family management of the company allows us to maintain the highest attention to detail throughout the Olio Cavozzoli production chain, on the quality front we do not compromise. We strive to trace a new path for the EVO Oil starting from the sustainability of olive cultivation and coming up to the use of the most advanced oil technologies. You will discover the absolute excellence, you will have a privileged point of view and you will be able to become more aware consumers. The management of the company allows us to maintain the highest attention to detail. We strive to trace new EVO pathways

Taste the fruits of the Chianti wine region on this inviting, half-day tour. Setting off in the afternoon from Montecatini Terme, you’ll travel via air-conditioned bus or minivan through the scenic countryside. Visit an esteemed area winery, and try the wine that the region is renowned for; you’ll also enjoy samples of olive oil, plus bruschetta, cheese, ham, and other traditional nibbles. Couple your winery tour with a stop in the village of Vinci: Leonardo da Vinci’s birthplace.

Slow your pace and take in the landscape surrounding Montecatini Terme on two wheels without the hassle of following a map with this guided bike tour through the countryside. Set off with your guide and pedal past quiet fields and woods to the medieval hill town of Montecarlo, with a stop to take in the town. Then head to a local winery for a tour and tasting or light lunch (own expense).

Visit the historic town of San Gimignano and discover a hidden gem— local wineries where the views are almost as good as the wine. Enjoy wandering through two wineries, take in views of the vineyards and the surrounding rolling countryside, and learn about how wine is made. Then taste some of the local wine with your hosts, and visit the cellars where wine is kept in wooden barrels to age.

You'll have the chance to understand from qualified and certified people how the Extra Virgin Olive Oil is produced, have a walk in our olive grove on the Tuscan hills, learn how to taste it like a sommelier is doing and how to look for a good quality. You’ll enjoy all this in our small stone farmhouse of 1861s managed at family level where you’ll have also a dinner with different fresh dishes prepared by us with different kind of EVO Oil for a unique and authentic emotional experience. Although the course is managed by professional of the EVO Oil sector, it will be a funny experience in an informal setting. At the same time it will be a UNIQUE experience because we are among the few to be EVO Oil producers + official EVO tasters + restaurateurs!

Tuscany’s Chianti region is a hassle to explore with public transport, and the country roads are confusing to navigate on your own. With this day tour, cover more ground and focus on the views rather than the map with a private driver. Set off directly from your accommodation in Montecatini for a scenic drive through Chianti, including stops at two picture-perfect villages. Cap off your day with time to explore San Gimignano.

I will wait for you at the gates of the village of Vinci to undertake a journey together in the footsteps of Leonardo, the great Tuscan genius. Along the path, among olive groves, vineyards and dream landscapes, we will have exclusive access to the ancient Fattoria di Faltognano, where we can visit the cellars and taste the company's products. Once we reach the Leccio di Faltognano, a marvelous monumental tree, we will enjoy a packed lunch overlooking the Arno Valley and the Chianti hills. We will then resume the journey to Vinci, passing through all three museum centers dedicated to Leonardo: the Birthplace, the Villa Ferrale with the exhibition "Leonardo and Painting", and the Leonardian Museum in the heart of the village of Vinci, our final destination. .

Tuscans were making wine long before Roman times. Discover the region’s rich wine traditions, the fine art of winemaking, and a wealth of local delicacies on this intimate guided tour with a maximum of eight people. Taste wines including Chianti Classico, Chianti Reserva, and super Tuscans; visit two separate wineries; sample olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cold cuts, and pecorino cheese; and enjoy a light lunch with wine.

Enjoy a day of fresh air, seasonal delicacies, and world-renowned wines. Departing from Lucca or surrounding, we’ll drive about 30 minutes through the rolling hills our first historic winery, followed by a guided tasting of their wines, many of which can only be produced in this region. After the tasting, enjoy an hour in Montecarlo, a small medieval village with a long history of wine production. In the afternoon visit an authentic Tuscan farmhouse, where we’ll enjoy a light lunch on the farm, featuring the seasonal produce from the gardens and fresh olive oil directly from the estate’s grove. Lunch and wine tastings are included THE WINERIES MAY CHANGE DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITIES

Enjoy an indulgent introduction to Tuscan cuisine and wine—and discover Pisa and its UNESCO World Heritage sites—on this private, full-day tour. In the morning, meet your driver at Montecatini Terme, hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle, and head to Pisa, where you’ll see the Leaning Tower and other key landmarks. Next, go behind the scenes at a local pasta manufacturer before heading to a Chianti winery for wine tastings and light bites (additional expense).

1 DAY - PRIVATE/SMALL GROUP TOUR MAX 8 Participate in the olive harvest in one of the most evocative countryside of Tuscany, in the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. Learn about the production process of cold-pressed olive oil produced in real time in the mill. The tasting will also allow those interested to purchase wines at special prices. Authentic experience away from mass tourism to live a day in Tuscan style.

Refine your palate with a variety of Chianti Classico, Chianti Reserva and SuperTuscan wines on a small-group tour in Tuscany. Comfortable transportation takes you from your hotel to two of the region’s charming wineries. In addition to a tasting, your visit to the first location offers a behind the scenes look at regional wine production. At the second winery, your tasting is complemented by salami, olive oil, and Pecorino cheese.

Discover the wonders of Chianti by e-bike, from Montalbano to Leonardo's birthplace. Explore vineyards and taste fine wines on an unforgettable adventure! Take part in an unforgettable e-bike experience dedicated to enthusiasts of the fine Chianti wine, the undisputed emblem of Tuscan wine excellence. This trip is designed for Food-Wine Lovers and lovers of art, history and culture. At the end of this wonderful adventure, tastings of typical food and wine products paired with the renowned Chianti wines of Tuscany await you, completing the experience in a delicious and unforgettable way.