VENETO WINE TOURS
Valpolicella and Amarone, Soave and Franciacorta, plus total immersion in La Dolce Vita
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF NORTHERN ITALY
The Veneto region is home to the famous wines of Soave and Valpolicella, including the richest and most intense of all Italian wines, Amarone. It is also home to some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe – such as Lake Garda – and an unrivalled patrimony of historic medieval towns and villages.
With the vibrant and deeply romantic city of Verona as your base, we have carefully curated a luxury 5 day trip to experience everything this magical part of Italy has to offer.
Accompanied by your Master of Wine host, you will visit the leading producers of the region, before finishing in neighboring Lombardy in the vineyards of Franciacorta, Italy’s very own answer to Champagne.
Along the way, you will also discover magnificent villas, castles, fortified towns, and ride the iconic ferry across Lake Garda.
Being Italy, food is a big part of life here, and we will be dining at not one but two Michelin starred restaurants, as well as sharing traditional fare with the locals in relaxed settings, and even discovering the secrets of olive oil production.
A great option for a luxury tour showcasing fine wines and delicious Italian food against a backdrop of amazingly preserved medieval history and outstanding natural beauty. This is a trip for lovers of wine and lovers of all the good things in life. La Dolce Vita!
I invite you to join us.
JAMES CLUER, MASTER OF WINE
GROUP TOUR DATES
ABOUT THE TOUR & REGION
FROM VERONA TO MILAN IN COMFORT AND STYLE
Your base for the trip is Verona, “city of lovers”, city of Romeo and Juliet. There is no need to pack each morning, all 4 nights are spent at the 5 star Hotel NH Palazzo Vittoria, offering superb comfort in the very heart of the old town. The world famous Roman Arena is just a few minutes walk away.
You will be part of an intimate group of maximum 20 guests, travelling in a luxury coach to the surrounding vineyards and sites before returning each night. Then, on the last day, the tour takes you into neighboring Lombardy, finishing for maximum convenience in Milan.
FROM VERONA TO MILAN IN COMFORT AND STYLE
Your base for the trip is Verona, “city of lovers”, city of Romeo and Juliet. There is no need to pack each morning, all 4 nights are spent at the 5 star Hotel NH Palazzo Vittoria, offering superb comfort in the very heart of the old town. The world famous Roman Arena is just a few minutes walk away.
You will be part of an intimate group of maximum 20 guests, travelling in a luxury coach to the surrounding vineyards and sites before returning each night. Then, on the last day, the tour takes you into neighboring Lombardy, finishing for maximum convenience in Milan.
CITY OF LOVERS, CITY OF WINE
The program starts Sunday afternoon in Verona, with an introduction to the wine styles of the region, led by your Master of Wine host. Quickly things become less scholarly, as we decamp to the legendary Bottega del Vino, one of the most famous and atmospheric wine bars in the world, in time for aperitif hour. Then, it’s on to Michelin-starred Restaurant Iris for our welcome dinner, in the company of two delightful local wine producers.
LAKE GARDA
A morning dedicated to culture, with tours of Borghetto sul Mincio – an extraordinary ancient village unlike anything you have ever seen – and Sirmione, with its world-famous old town jutting into Lake Garda.
The ferry from Sirmione to Bardolino takes us on a super-scenic journey right across Lake Garda, and then we get our wine glasses out again for visits and tastings at two iconic wine producers, Tommasi and Masi. Dinner is at Masi, accompanied by some of their very finest Amarone.
SOAVE
Producing arguably the most famous white wines of Italy, Soave sits proudly on a hill overlooking the luscious plains of the Veneto. Our day in Soave features VIP visits to two of the most highly-regarded estates, Pieropan and Gini, plus a chance to explore the old castle and town of Soave itself, voted most beautiful small town in all Italy!
The day concludes with dinner at the fabulous Villa de Winckels, originally a 12th century monastery, now converted into a luxury hotel and restaurant.
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Our Luxury Wine Tours in Veneto are guided by Master of Wine, Robin Kick.
ROBIN is originally from the Chicago area and currently resides in Lugano, Switzerland. At an early age she became passionate about wine. She pursued studies in Burgundy and at the Université du Vin in the Rhône Valley.
After finishing her studies, she moved back to the United States to work as a wine auction specialist at Christie’s in Beverly Hills, California. She was responsible for procuring, estimating and authenticating many fine and rare wine collections.
After four years in the auction world, she returned to Europe to prepare for the Master of Wine exams, which she completed in 2014. In the process she became a specialist on Italian wines. She speaks Italian and lives within a short drive of many of the classic regions. She also has a soft spot for Burgundy and is often called on to judge both Italian and French wines at major competitions. Known for her fun, friendly and approachable style, she loves inspiring others about wine, food and travel. A tour with Robin is something to get excited about!
UPCOMING VENETO WINE TOUR
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Included in the price is four nights’ accommodation at the 5-star NH Hotel Palazzo Vittoria in Verona, all meals during the tour (except one free evening), all winery tours, all wines, local transport for the duration of the tour, and all taxes and gratuities.
Basically everything is included except your flights, your transfer to the hotel, insurance, and any items of a personal nature.
PLANNING TIPS
Before the tour we will send you some useful pre-trip information to help you with your planning. You’ll find advice on how to get there, tips on what to wear, other things to do in and around Verona and Milan, details on the hotel, and what you might like to read in advance.
Verona is easy to reach by high speed train or by car from Milan (2 hours), Florence (2 hours), Venice (1.30 hour), or Bologna (1 hour). It also has its own international airport, Verona Valerio Catullo, 15 minutes by taxi from the city.
WEATHER
Daytime temperatures are most likely 18 to 25 degrees C (65 to 77 °F) in the Spring and Fall, going up to 25 to 30 degrees C (77 to 86°F) in the summer. Cool breezes mean slightly lower temperatures by the lakes and up the hills.
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