Sip, savor, and immerse yourself in Tuscany. Join UWG Global Engagements for six unforgettable days and seven nights in the heart of Italy. Combine world-class wine education with vibrant cultural experiences.
Dive deep into the vineyards of Montalcino, Montepulciano, and Chianti as you explore the foundations of winemaking in this storied region.
Learn through expert-led tastings and hands-on sessions that uncover the secrets of Tuscan terroir. Beyond the wine, experience the rich tapestry of local traditions, historical landmarks, and authentic culinary treasures that make Tuscany a living classroom for wine and culture enthusiasts.
Itinerary
Four nights in the hilltop town of Pienza and three nights in a historic villa in Chianti
Saturday, October 24
9:00 p.m. Depart for Rome – Suggested flight: Delta 66 from Atlanta at 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 25
11:40 a.m. Arrive in Rome, private transportation to Pienza
4:00 p.m. Check-in at the Relais Cloister Pienza, rest and regroup
6:00 p.m. Walkabout and general orientation with Elisa Bassetti and Gwen Davidson
7:30 p.m. Welcome wine tasting and introductions with heavy hors d'oeuvres on Cloister terrace
Monday, October 26
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Cloister
8:30 a.m. Optional walk/hike along the “Sentiero dell’arte e dell’anima” (a path dotted with contemporary sculpture)
10:00 a.m. Tour of Pienza with local guide
12:30 p.m. Lunch at La Vecchia Bottega
3:00 p.m. Introduction to the food and wine of Tuscany, with Elisa Bassetti and Gwen Davidson (location TBA)
4:00 p.m. Free time
7:30 p.m. Dinner at Idyllum
Tuesday, October 27
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Cloister
8:30 a.m. Depart for Montalcino
9:00 a.m. Strolling and shopping in the historic center with Elisa Bassetti and Gwen
10:30 p.m. Depart for Castello Banfi
11:00 p.m. Tour of the Banfi winery complex, starting in the Castello
12:30 p.m. Lunch with wine pairings at Castello Banfi
3:30 p.m. Depart for Pienza
4:00 p.m. Rest and free time
7.30 p.m. Light dinner at Prosit
Wednesday, October 28
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Cloister
10:30 a.m. Introductory discussion of local cheeses with Elisa Bassetti
12:45 p.m. Departure for Pian Porcino farm factory – tour and cheese tasting
3:00 p.m. Stroll in historic San Quirico
5:00 p.m. Depart for Pienza
6:30 p.m. Optional aperitivo
8:00 p.m. Dinner at Sperone Nudo
Thursday, October 29
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at the Cloister
9:30 a.m. Depart for Montepulciano (Note: Bring luggage with you; we will be proceeding to Chianti for the remainder of our nights)
10:00 a.m. Strolling and shopping in the historic center with Elisa Bassetti and Gwen Davidson
12:00 p.m. Lunch at La Dolce Vita
2:00 p.m. Depart for Chianti
3:00 p.m. Check in at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
5:00 p.m: Rest and regroup
6:30 p.m: Optional aperitivo
8:00 p.m. Dinner at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
Friday, October 30
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
9:00 a.m. Depart for Antinori nel Chianti Classico
10:00 a.m. Tasting at Antinori nel Chianti Classico – “Tuscan Stories” tasting event
12:30 p.m. Lunch and stroll in Radda
3:00 p.m. Depart for Hotel Villa Campomaggio
3:30 p.m Rest and regroup
8:00 p.m. Dinner at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
Saturday, October 31
8:00 a.m. Breakfast at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
10:00 a.m. Depart for Osteria Meleto
1:00 p.m. Cooking lesson at Osteria Meleto
3:00 p.m. Depart for Villa Campomaggio
8:00 p.m. Dinner at Hotel Villa Campomaggio
Sunday, November 1
7:00 a.m. Depart Hotel Villa Campomaggio for Rome – Suggested flight: Delta 67 from Rome at 1:30 p.m.
What's Included
Nine-day trip (six full days and seven nights in Italy)
Boutique accommodations in Pienza and Chianti
Selected meals at local restaurants
Complimentary wine at select meals, chosen by resident sommeliers and Global Engagements staff
All in-country ground transportation in well appointed, air-conditioned vans
All listed wine classes and featured tastings
All cultural enrichment events including but not limited to:
5 winery tours and tastings
talks on language, food, and Italian culture
guided tour of various towns and cultural monuments
Tuscan wine and cultural introduction
Cost and Payment Schedule
Price:
$5,150 single occupancy
$9,250 double occupancy
Not included: roundtrip airfare, some meals, health insurance, and personal purchases
Payment Schedule:
$1000 per person deposit by July 15th
Remainder due by September 1st
Cancellations after August 1st are non-refundable.
Flight Information
Outbound Atlanta to Rome (FCO)
Saturday, October 24 Delta 66, 7:10 p.m.
Return Rome (FCO) to Atlanta
Sunday, November 1 Delta 67, 1:30 p.m.
questions and reservations
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