Vinci: Leonardo's Origins & Aperitif in Vineyards Small Group

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About this activity

Be inspired by the life of Leonardo da Vinci, the genius of the Renaissance;

Discover Leonardo's birthplace and museum in Vinci;

Admire the green hills of the Italian Tuscany;

SUMMER: On the way back, enjoy your aperitif among the vineyards or, in case of bad weather, in the indoor rooms of the bar;

WINTER: Light lunch in Vinci, including a selection of cold cuts, cheeses, bruschetta, focaccia, and a glass of wine or a soft drink.

Very Important to know: >>> During winter season (from Oct to May), instead of aperitif among vineyards, will be included a light lunch in Vinci and the departure will be in the morning.

Roundtrip shuttle service from your accommodation;

Very small group max 8 people, with live guide in English, Italian and French.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: Ranieri Tour operator

Ages: Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English, Spanish and Italian-speaking driver
Included: Door-to-door roundtrip shuttle service from your hotel in Montecatini Terme by car or minivan
Included: Escorted walking tour of Vinci
Included: Live commentary on board
Included: Aperitif with tyipcal products in the vineyards. (option available only in summer season)

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Leonardo's Birthplace + Museo Leonardiano di Vinci

Itinerary

Montecatini Terme

30 min

Pick-up from your accommodation at h. 3:00 pm and about 30 minutes travelling time to Vinci, Leonardo's hometown.
Leonardo's Birthplace (Casa Natale di Leonardo)

one hour Admission not included

The path dedicated to Leonardo da Vinci starts from the birthplace where, according to a centuries-old tradition, he was born on Saturday, April 15, 1452. The birthplace is surrounded by green hills and from here you can admire the beautiful landscape often present in the works of the artist. Here you will have the opportunity to enter the house where a life-size hologram of the artist tells an exciting tale of his extraordinary life.
Museo Leonardiano di Vinci

1 h 30 min Admission not included

Here you can have a visit on your own of the famous Museo Leonardiano inside the Castle of the Conti Guidi where you can admire the oldest collection of machines and models dedicated to the work of Leonardo. The Museum also includes the exhibition "Leonardo and painting", an educational exhibition that presents high-resolution and life-size reproductions of Leonardo’s paintings and some drawings.
Chiesa di Santa Croce

one hour Admission included

We will walk together through the small streets of the village and visit the church of S. Croce, where we can admire the ancient baptismal font where Leonardo was baptized.
Vinci

one hour

On the way back we will stop at a farm for a fantastic and suggestive aperitif in the vineyard, with a tasting of typical products in the vineyards (Typical Tuscan platter with a selection of cold cuts, cheeses, bruschetta, focaccia and other mixed tastings, including a cocktail or a glass of wine or 1 bottle of wine every 4 people).
Montecatini Terme

30 min

Way back and arrival at your accommodation at around h. 8:00 pm