Castelli Romani Wine Tour (trip)

Castelli Romani Wine Tour

  • Frascati, Italy
  • Culinary & Wine Travel
Italy, Europe

from €265* per person1 DaysYear-round
Comfort accommodations Exertion level: 3
Operator: When In Rome Tours - Vatican Tours 24 people max
What you'll see: Appian Way, ancient Roman acqueducts, Castelli Romani vineyards. On this tour you can taste wine with the wine makers themselves and lunch at a local winery and agriturismo. Wine is not just a hobby for Italians, for many it is a way of life and you're invited!

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  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

No need to drive all the way to Tuscany to experience this phenomena first hand, our day trip to the Castelli Romani is sure to please your palate while you take a break from the hustle and bustle of touring Rome! Departing from Rome at approximately 11:30 AM, our mercedes sedan or Viano van and driver will accompany you on a private tour South of Rome towards the Castelli Romani wine region. Along the way we travel down the Appian Way, the historic pass where according to history and legend St. Peter had a vision of Jesus who convinced him to return to Rome to his martyrdom.

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Once outside Rome we arrive in the historic winemaking town of Frascati, for a visit to a family run vineyard and agriturismo producing Frascati doc superiore, red wine, olive oil, and other local specialties. You will be guided on a visit to the wine cellar, the production area, and the grounds.

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After the tasting of the various wines, you will be free to have a seat in the dining area or outisde on the terrace for a full lunch prepared with local ingredients.

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After lunch you will have a chance to further explore the grounds, even have a swim in the pool during the warmer months, and purchase any wines you might wish to take home with you. From here the half day tour concludes and we would begin the journey back to your hotel. If you wish, time can be added on to this tour in order to explore the center of Frascati, the Lake Albano and town of Castelgandolfo, or to add an additional winery vist.

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