How to Take Wine Tours in Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany is the largest wine region in Italy. Taking a wine tour in this region is a must for wine enthusiasts. The Chianti region is covered with manicured vineyards and rolling hills. If you are taking a trip to Italy and will be in Tuscany,here are some suggestions on taking a Chianti wine tour.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Trip to Italy

1. Get to ITALY. The first step in this process is getting to Tuscany, Italy. Once you are there, you can find wine tours.

2. Check the INTERNET. There are so many tours out there, it is best to peruse the Internet to find the tour that fits your interests and budget. A couple places worth looking at are Di Vine Tours and Tuscan Wine Tours.

3. Check LOCAL TOUR GUIDES. Many times, if you just ask the hotel you are staying or the local tourist office, they will be able to give you suggestions on wine tours. This may be a cheaper route for the smaller tour guides.

4. ENJOY the wine tour. Once you get on the tour, sit back and relax. Most tours will provide information about the region and it's history. You may stop in small little Tuscan villages. BE respectful of the locals, but enjoy yourself.

5. Consider making a PURCHASE. You should buy at least one bottle of wine to take home. How nice would it be to sit back in your house and open a bottle of Chianti that you bought in Italy.

6. Look at RESOURCES. For more detailed information about Chianti wine tours in Tuscany, check out the link in Resources.

Tips & Warnings

• Shop around for prices.
• Check out shipping prices before you buy a case of wine.
• Be aware of laws for bringing liquid or alcohol home.

Resources

• Wine Tours in Tuscany, Italy
• How to be an Expert at Wine Tasting

[soanyway]

on 1/11/2009 I'm afraid I would never come back!

[sunshine11219]

on 12/9/2008 sounds great