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Amarone Wine Tours (Valpolicella):

Highlights:


  • Private Luxury Chauffeured Valpolicella Wine Tour
  • Excursion from Verona
  • Amarone Wine Tastings

Valpolicella is one of the loveliest wine regions in Italy and home to the famed Amarone wines. Located just northwest of the historic city of Verona and east of Lake Garda, Valpolicella is surprisingly untouched by tourists and offers a treasure trove of wine hamlets and architectural gems for foodies and culture vultures. Apart from expansive vineyards, the region is home to acres and acres of cherry trees, peaches and apricots, and in season the scenery is delightful. Fine wine has been produced here since Roman times (Verona was a major hub in Ancient Roman civilization, home to a spectacular amphitheatre which has survived millennia) and indeed the name is of ancient origin- Valpolicella comes from “Vallis Polis Cellae” which means “valley of many cellars”.

This one-day Amarone Wine Tour of the Valpolicella vineyards can begin in Verona or Lake Garda, or even Venice (although Prosecco is a closer day trip to Venice). The tour is with your own private chauffeur and takes in two contrasting wineries, which could include Allegrini, Villa Monteleone, Ca Rugate, among many other high-end small estates. You will visit the cellars and vineyards and learn about the fascinating heavy work intensive production of the Amarone wines, as well as the sweeter Reciotos. Indulge in a leisurely four course Italian lunch, paired with various local wines, and in the afternoon on the way back to Verona, stop to stretch your legs in a picturesque hamlet. This is a fantastic full day wine tour for guests looking for special VIP treatment and an introduction to some of the best Amarone wines in the Valpolicella.



Luxury Amarone Wine Tour (Valpolicella) Itinerary


Amarone grapes drying, Valpolocella, Italy
Amarone Grapes Drying

Included in the Price:

  • Luxury Transportation to and from Verona with English speaking Chauffeur (Mercedes/ Deluxe Minivan) for the full day
  • Private Wine Guide for the day
  • VIP Winery Visits to 2 top name estates
  • Traditional Lunch at fabulous Trattoria in Wine Country
  • Cellar Tours Wine Gift
  • All Local Taxes
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    In the AM, your own private chauffeured Mercedes will collect you from your Verona hotel and sweep you away to the lovely Valpolicella wine country.

    First stop is to a top wine producer such as Allegrini in Fumane di Valpolicella. Enjoy a VIP visit and tasting of their superb wines such as the cult La Poja wine.

    Lunch will follow and is an authentic and charming affair, with typical dishes such as “Sformatino di formaggio Monte Veronese con funghi e speck d'anatra” (Cheese savory custard with mushrooms and cured duck), Risotto all'Amarone, Brasato di manzo all' Amarone con polenta (beef slow cooked in wine, served over polenta), all paired with Valpolicella Classico Superiore, Amarone of course and Recioto della Valpolicella. Stunning regional cuisine and you won´t be hungry for dinner tonight!

    After lunch visit a boutique estate such as Villa Monteleone in Gargagnago, also famous for being the home of Dante Alighieri, Italy's most famous poet and playwright. The property houses a small winery, with a charming garden and pretty tasting room in the house. In this very cozy atmosphere, you´ll taste signature wines like the Valpolicella Classico, Valpolicella Classico Superiore, Amarone, Recioto, Amarone “Riserva” all served with some local cheeses. On the way back to Verona, depending on your interests, we can arrange a nice place to stop off and take in a walk, get some photos, etc.

    After visit head back to Verona, hope you had a marvelous day.

    “A VIP Deluxe Wine Tasting Experience!”



    Customer Feedback:

    “The tour was very well organized and went off without any problems. It was very smooth and professional. Both wineries were beautiful and interesting, and different. I'm glad we only did two and had a driver - the amount of wine given was quite generous and it would have been hard to drink much more wine! Would recommend this tour.”

    John Holloway, Philadelphia- Valpolicella Day Excursion from Venice




    Prices:

    This is a SAMPLE TOUR ITINERARY. Please note that our chauffeured luxury tours have the following starting prices:

    Pricing 2 People 4 People 6 People 8 People
    500-1000 euros
    per person per day
    450-850 euros
    per person per day
    400-800 euros
    per person per day
    375-750 euros
    per person per day
    • Our tours are all chauffeured, VIP and with luxury transport- please observe ballpark pricing above.
    • inal price depends on selection of specific suppliers, and if an accompanying guide joins you with the driver or if tour is with driver only.
    • Feel free to contact us with your group size (minimum 2 guests, no maximum group size), travel dates and preferences and we will send you custom pricing.
    • Discounts available for larger groups
    • Please note that our tours are available upon demand for PRIVATE GROUPS and are not scheduled tours for mixed groups.



    More Information on Amarone Wine Tours (Valpolicella):

    If you are interested in this package, contact us today for more information. This tour can also be adapted for bigger groups with a substantial discount. All of our tours are available year round upon request for your private group of minimum 2 people. If you would like us to customize a luxury gourmet tour for you, contact us with your requirements, and we can send you a free itinerary and quote with no obligations. We organize cooking packages and wine tours from 1 day, to weekends to longer food and wine discoveries throughout Italy, Ireland, Portugal and Spain.

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