Wine tasting and visit to historic cellars near Florence
Highlights
- Go on a journey through time to discover the historic Borgo Machiavelli
- Visit the house-museum of the writer of the same name overlooking the Italian garden
- Explore the cellars dating back to the 13th century and toast with the best of the house labels
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Full description
Borgo Machiavelli has the power to travel through time.
Taking part in this experience you will visit the house-museum of the famous Niccolò Machiavelli, venture into underground passages dating back to the 13th century and toast in the oldest Italian restaurant.
A 1-hour journey through history with a view of eternal Florence!
What we will do
The appointment is 10 minutes before the selected time at Borgo Machiavelli in Sant'Andrea In Percussina, in the municipality of San Casciano in Val di Pesa (FI). We will be welcomed by our guide , who will accompany us on a discovery of this historic winery (and not only)!
Having gathered all the participants, the experience will begin with a guided tour of the house-museum of Niccolò Machiavelli, where the writer took refuge in exile; the visit will also include the exclusive opening of the study where he wrote his famous essay "The Prince". We will then move outside for a visit to the Italian-style garden, with a panoramic view of Florence Cathedral.
The experience will continue with a visit to the historic cellars, dating back to the 13th century: the first documentation of these 'wine cells' dates back to 1498! We will also pass through an underground passage connecting the cellar to the 'Albergaccio', the oldest Italian restaurant frequented by Machiavelli himself.
Finally, we will sit in the tasting room, set up in the barn or in the restaurant depending on the season. The guide will serve and describe 3 wines : "Libero" Bianco, "Tenuta Machiavelli" Chianti Classico DOCG, "Libero" Super Tuscan IGT (possible variations subject to availability). The toast will be accompanied by a platter of Tuscan products such as salami, pecorino cheese, mixed crostini and other delicacies.
The experience will last a total of 1 hour.
Who it is aimed at
The experience is recommended for participants aged 18 and over.
The wine tasting is reserved for participants over 18 years of age only. Underage participants and accompanying adults will be served a board of Tuscan products with a non-alcoholic drink. Children from 0 to 5 years of age participate free of charge: contact the guide at the contact details given in the booking confirmation e-mail to indicate their presence.
The experience is not accessible by wheelchair and/or pushchair.
Other information
The experience is available all year round and is confirmed on reaching a minimum number of 2 participants.
Dogs are allowed: contact the guide at the contact details given in your booking confirmation e-mail to indicate their presence.
Options are available for people with food allergies and/or intolerances: please contact the guide at the contact details given in your booking confirmation e-mail to advise of any dietary requirements.
Free parking is available on site. The meeting point cannot be reached by public transport.
Recommended clothing
Clothing suitable for the season
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
San Casciano in Val di Pesa, Florence
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
Se hai effettuato una prenotazione a data fissa e le condizioni meteo non sono idonee allo svolgimento dell’attività in sicurezza (secondo il parere esperto della guida), ti sarà rimborsato l’intero importo pagato. La guida potrebbe proporti una data o un orario alternativi in cui svolgere l’attività. Puoi liberamente scegliere se accettare o meno queste proposte. Se non puoi recuperarla, procederemo al rimborso totale!\n Se hai fissato la data del tuo Voucher Regalo e il maltempo non ha permesso lo svolgimento dell’attività, il Voucher rimane regolarmente valido fino alla data di scadenza indicata sullo stesso.\n
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is very flexible. You get a full refund if you cancel within 48 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
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