WINE AND TASTE THE COAST TOUR

- EXPERIENCING REAL FOOD, WINE, NATURE AND LIFESTYLE OF THE UNDISCOVERED TUSCANY -

The itinerary of the tour on the Tuscan coast:

DAY 1 - October 7th

TUSCAN COAST Arrival to Pisa airport. Shuttle transfer from Pisa airport to Val di Cecina with the local guide. During the morning visiting an agriturismo with winery near Pisa 15:00-15:30 Shuttle organized for other buyers arriving in Pisa airport

Pisa Winery Golfo di Baratti Populonia

16:30 -17: 00 Visit the the beautiful bay of Baratti and Populonia

At the foot of the village of Populonia, opposite the famous Etruscan necropolis, is the beach of Baratti. The shallow water and rocky reefs make this spot an ideal summer location for wind and kite surfing. In fact, during the summer months the gulf is crossed by hot winds generated almost daily by the marked difference between daytime and night time temperatures. The site is also very popular on days when the “tramontana” blows, giving rise to strong winds and calm seas. As for surfing, this is practiced on days when there is a diminishing south or west swell. The waves generated in the centre of the bay are of various heights and are easy and rounded, suitable for longboard disciplines and for beginners. Populonia was an Etruscan city, famous in the ancient world for working and trading in iron. The village, situated on top of a hill and surrounded by the sea, has a fascination all its own. A panoramic road offering wonderful views connects Populonia with the Gulf of Baratti where there are numerous reminders of Etruscan times. The 80 hectare archaeological park, which can be visited along organised routes, combines history and archaeology in a beautiful, unspoilt natural setting.

19:00 Transfer to Suvereto which is only 15 km drive from Populonia

Suvereto is a classic medieval village whose origins date back to before the year 1000. Situated on the slopes of the hills overlooking the Costa degli Etruschi, it is a true jewel, rich in history and art, set in the green valley of the River Cornia. The town keeps its old traditions alive through magical festivals inspired by history and folklore that are held throughout the year, thanks to the mild climate. Suvereto is Slow Food City, Wine City and Olive Oil City. Check in at Il Chiostro Residence in the heart of the Village. Two nights stay.

Suvereto village

20:00 Welcome aperitif in Suvereto. As surprice for the guests flag show and wine tasting aperitif.

Dinner in a local family restaurant in Suvereto

Presentation of the new map of wineries

DAY 2 - October 8th MAREMMA TOSCANA - BOLGHERI

08:15 Departure to Bolgheri and its vineyards, homeland of Supertuscan wines

08:45-09:30 Visiting the beautiful hamlet of Bolgheri, the homeland of Supertuscan wines

San Guido Bolgheri winery Local products

Immortalized in the verses of Giosuè Carducci's poem Davanti a San Guido, the ancient village Bolgheri emanates a unique charm. A short distance from the sea, surrounded by countryside rich with vineyards and olive trees, the village with its harmonious architecture is entered through a red brick castle, and is characterized by paved alleys and ancient stone palazzos adorned with geraniums. In Bolgheri short visit to winery inside the village

09:45-10:30 Visit and olive press near Casteagneto Carducci.Drive on the hills of the Tuscan coast, out of the path of touristic roads 10:45- 11:30 Visit to the new World Wine Town Project in Bolgheri. Multimedia Sensory, Wine Lowers School, Wine Museum

12:00 Riding by bus on the Tuscan hill.

The group will pass also in Sassetta a tiny and remote village 600 habitants Sassetta is the middle of a new system of Trekking and Bike trails.

12:30-13:15 Hiking (30-40 minutes walk) along an easy trails of the new trekking system Important note: don’t forget the sport shoes or any other comfortable shoes for 30-40 minuts trekking.

13:30-15:30 Transfer by bus to an isolated hamlet for light lunch. Hotel and relax 17:30 Departure for agriturismo La Cerreta in Sassetta village La Cerreta and Terme di Sassetta are a unique biodynamic organism set in the Poggio Neri forest park.

Terme di Sassetta 17:30-19:30 Possibility of entrance to their private Natural Thermal SPA for 2 hours of relax and swimming (indoor and outdoor swimming pool with 36 c°). Important note: Please, don’t forget a swimming suit and flip-flops. All the rest you will be provided on place. 20:10 Dinner at the osteria at the agriturismo all products made by them

DAY 3 - October 9th ETRUSCAN HAMLET OF POPULONIA

Breakfast, packing In the morning visit a tiny organic cheese maker

Light lunch in Petra The Petra vineyard on the Etruscan coast province of Livorno (by architect Mario Botta) is an interesting example of this new approach in winery architecture. At Petra the world-class architect went beyond designing an impressive wine cellar, but also included the outlay of the vineyards in his aim to form a contemporary agricultural landscape. Wine Architecture is a networking of 14 wineries noted for their impressive architectural and design elements. These are true “wine temples”. Transfer to Florence.

17:00 Arrival to Florence and check-in at the hotels Rivoli and Adriatico. Delivery of the shopper with folder and gadget 18:00 Transfer to Palazzo Strozzi 18:30 Visit of exhibition at Palazzo Strozzi 20:00 Dinner at the restaurant of the Hotel Baglioni

DAY 4 - October 10th FLORENCE

08:15 Group meeting at the Hotel with a tour leader, badges delivery. Transfer to Leopolda station 09:00-13:00 BtoB. Part I. 13:00-14:00 Lunch 14:00-18:00 BtoB. Part II. 19:30 Transfer to Villa La Vedetta – farewell party

DAY 5 - October 11th FLORENCE

Transfer to the airport and departure.

Organized by: Fufluns Tours - Via del Crocifisso, 8 Suvereto, 57028 Livorno, Italy Contact: Filippo Magnani Tel. +39056 5827044 Email: fm@fufluns.com