From Milan: Full-Day Food & Wine Experience in Franciacorta
ID: GYG264622-458457
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
1 days
Description
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Milan for a trip through the Italian countryside. Visit the stunningly-preserved town of Bergamo, a UNESCO world heritage site. Taste some of the region’s most prestigious sparkling wines.
Your day trip to Francicorta begins after meeting your guide in Milan at 9:00 AM for transport in an air-conditioned minivan with wifi onboard. Your first stop is Bergamo, one of the best preserved Medieval cities in Italy, recently included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites for its Venetian walls. After 2 hours of free time to explore the stunning city, it’s off to lunch at a prestigious, traditional restaurant for a 3-course meal with included wine.
After lunch, you'll reach one of the most historical wineries in the region for a guided tour and tasting accompanied by an expert sommelier. Learn the history of the region's famous sparkling wines along with the main phases of the production process. You’ll also get to explore the underground cellars which host the bottles during the second fermentation phase. The tour will finish with a tasting of 2 Franciacorta wines paired with local salami and cheese.
In the afternoon, coast along the Franciacorta Wine Route to catch some of the most breathtaking spots of Franciacorta and Lake Iseo. Passing through the hillside vineyards, discover why this region is renowned as the as the producer of Italy’s best sparkling wines.
Highlights
- Discover the origins of Franciacorta wine
- Take breathtaking pictures from the best panoramic spots in the region
- Explore the Medieval City of Bergamo, included on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Savor a three-course lunch in a traditional restaurant with wine pairings included
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Metro stop Bignami (line M5), in front of Starhotel Tourist, Viale Fulvio Testi, 300, 20126 Milan, Italy.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.