Horse ride, Olive Oil and local foods tasting in a Tuscan farm | La Vacanza Travel

Horse ride, Olive Oil and local foods tasting in a Tuscan farm

Duration: 5 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Italy, Toscana, Florence
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  • 5 hours 30 minutes
  • Florence
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

No previous riding experience is required.
The guests will experience the famous Tuscan hills in a unique way: on horseback.
The ride is customized according to each one's riding experience. A professional equestrian guide will introduce you to the basics of the ride on horseback first and pair you to our very trained horses prior the 1h ride that will be held through spectacular olive groves and vineyards that even the novice riders will enjoy.
After returning to the stables the guests will be driven to a local medieval castle or a historic farm, specialized in the olive oil production.The landlord will guide them to the discovery of the family's historic expertise in the olives farming and their superior quality extra virgin olive oil. A Tuscan light lunch and the olive oil paired with a tasting of local cheeses, Tuscan ham and bruschettas, Chianti wine and coffee will finally be served in one of the farm's historic room or on the scenic terrace.
Vegetarians are also welcome.

Stop At: Reggello, Reggello, Tuscany

A pleasant transfer from central Florence takes you to our riding center located at about 30min on the Chianti hills. During the drive you will get some information on the territory and some explanation on what you will do during the whole experience. At the riding center's you will be paired with the best horse for you. After a few minutes for preparation and basic riding instructions in the open or the idoor arena your four-legged companion and an expert tutor will lead you on a pleasant ride on horseback across the typical Tuscan countryside, dotted with manicured vineyards and tranquil olive groves, far from the crowds of the City, during which you will be able to take pictures of you and around you.


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Reggello, Reggello, Tuscany

Next, your chauffeur-guide will drive you to one of Tuscany's most celebrated olive oil estates. Set in the upper Arno valley along the ancient Roman route between Florence and Arezzo, this imposing country manor of medieval origin is surrounded olive trees that have been caringly tended to for centuries.
At the end of the visit of the manor and its historic olive oil cellars, a typical Tuscan meal with bruschettas, cheeses and savoury various local coldcuts provides the perfect opportunity to sample the cold-pressed, organic-certified extra-virgin oil and appreciate its intense perfume, fruity and rather peppery flavour by tasting it with the local bread, all washed by the estate's red Chianti wine. The olive oil, the red wine and organic honey are available for purchasing if you so wish.
Your chauffer will pick you up at the manor's at about 2,30p.m to drive you back to Florence.


Duration: 2 hours

Sample Menu

• Bruschette e degustazione dell'olio - fette di pane toscano irrorate dell'oro verde, il succoso olio extra vergine di oliva, prodotto dalla tenuta.
• Abbondante vassoio di specialità locali miste - Formaggi, affettati toscani prodotti localmente, bruschette miste con pomodoro,salsa toscana di fegato, olive, pane,grissini.
Vino rosso Chianti IGT.

Inclusions
  • Private transfers by car with driver and equiped with air-conditioning
  • 1h horseback ride experience on a country trail with some initial minutes of basic lesson
  • Guided Tour: castle and historic olive presses and cellars
  • Extra virgin olive oil guided tasting and Tuscan light Lunch
  • Local Chianti wine for Lunch and Extra Bottled water
  • Rain coat for the ride if needed
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax) and Local Taxes
  • Helmet

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Our vehicles for the transfers are sanitized at every tour. Gel for hands desinfection is available during the whole tour and fresh masks are offered if required. Physical distancing is normally respected.
  • In some cases it is possible to welcome teens under 14y, pls contact us in private.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Departure Point

Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

5 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

traveltheworldfromUS

13 Aug, 2023

Great fun and educational! Met on time at convenient spot in downtown Florence and whisked away by private car to the horse farm. Informative host showed us sights along way and answered our myriad questions!! Mounts were well maintained and great. Ride thru beautiful country with experienced rider/leader. Informative and fun tour of olive farm including how the oil is made. Delicious Tuscan lunch with Chianti overlooking the farm and the Tuscan valley. Well worth it and great way to learn about and see the Tuscan countryside.

josephcB599ZA

12 Jul, 2023

Me and my family had a amazing time horseback riding in the beautiful hills of Tuscany and was one of favorite things to do on our trip to Italy. Simona and all of the hosts were very nice and accommodating throughout the day. Highly recommended if you are looking to do something outside the city of Florence.

Morley B

02 Jan, 2023

An excellent personalised tour from Simona which also included wine tasting. Everything went to plan and exceeded expectations. The riding was wonderful for both a novice and experienced rider. The horses seemed well looked after and matched the rider’s experience well. The wine and lunch tour was excellent and we were well looked after. Our personal driver Marco was on time and very friendly, even taking pictures of our ride. All in all a well organised and enjoyable day out.

Laura R

16 Oct, 2022

My sister and I enjoyed a lovely day on the Tuscan countryside with Simona facilitating a wonderful and personal experience. Stefano guided us on our ride. It was very fun, beautiful, and safe at all times. Our olive oil tour, tasting, and lunch with a glass of local Chianti, completed the experience. Perfecto! It was wonderful to step away from the crowds and experience the beauty that surrounds Florence.

linzaym2022

21 Jun, 2022

Fabulous way to spend half of the day, Simona and her team are wonderful hosts. Enjoyable for riders of any level. The olive tasting and lunch was a great way to end the visit. Additionally Simona provided many recommendations and advice for your other travels around Italy. All in all a great way to get out and see the country side!

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