From Florence: Horseback Ride and Olive Oil Tour with Lunch

From Florence: Horseback Ride and Olive Oil Tour with Lunch

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Experience the Florentine hills on horseback during this trip to a manor or farm. Discover the secrets of Tuscan olive oil production with a tasting and enjoy a Tuscan lunch with fresh local products.

Highlights

Marvel at the beauty of the Florentine hills as you ride through vineyards and olive groves on horseback
Travel back in time as you explore a medieval manor and its historic olive presses
Savor an authentic Tuscan lunch and taste the famous freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil

Description

Immerse yourself in the nature of the Florentine hills on this unique tour. Enjoy a transfer from Florence city center to an equestrian center on the Chianti hills, where you will be paired with the best equine companion for you. After a quick riding demonstration, head out on a 1-hour ride across the Tuscan countryside, among vineyards and olive groves. Afterwards, drive to one of Tuscany's most celebrated and historic olive oil estates. Learn more about ancient and modern olive oil production techniques and how the estate combines both tradition and innovation to create the best possible extra virgin olive oil. Learn how to sort out quality olive oil through a guided discovery tasting: sample the cold-pressed, organic-certified extra-virgin oil and appreciate its intense perfume. At the end of the tour, savor a typical Tuscan lunch with fresh local products, cheeses, bruschettas, and coldcuts, all accompanied by Chianti wine. Enjoy your meal in the rooms of the estate or outside on the terrace while immersed in the Tuscany countryside.

Includes

Return-trip transportation from Florence 1.5-hour horseback ride Helmet Lunch Olive oil tasting Chianti wine for lunch Bottled mineral water

Important Information

In case of rain, raincoats will be provided for the horseback ride
In the event of very poor weather conditions, the tour will be rescheduled or refunded