Leonardo Da Vinci's wind mill visit and Organic olive oil tasting

4.4
(12 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 2 more

We are in the heart of Famous and traditional Chianti hills with breathtaking views. We are only 18 km from Florence, Fattoria Lavacchio, practice Organic and Biodinamic agriculture in whole estate.

Visit the unique wind mill designed by LEONARDO DA VINCI, renovated to produce the flour of the Estate and the unique sensation to come back to 2 centuries ago.
The tour includes a walk in the olive groves, a little introduction to the Tuscan olive oil traditions and a guided tour of the wind mill as well as an historical background of the wind mill, it’s renovation and technical explanations of how it works. To finish off, there is a course on olive oil tasting where you will learn the characteristics of good extra virgin olive oil.

Wheelchair is not accessible only on the second floor in the wind mill, but all the rest of activity is no problem.
Driver from Florence city and back not included in the price. Available on Request.

What's Included

Professional guide
1 glass of our organic Chianti DOCG wine or grape juice
English speaking Expert
Professional olive oil tasting
small group semi-private tour
Transportation to/from attractions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please note that there is no taxi service from a train station nearby, so should you need a transfer, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance in order to arrange your pick up. The transfer service is not included in the rates.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The tour lasts around one hour and includes a walk in the olive groves, a little introduction to the Tuscan olive oil traditions and a guided tour of the mill as well as an historical background of the windmill, its renovation and technical explanations of how it works.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    You will enjoy a course on olive oil professional tasting where you will learn differences of the characteristics of good extra virgin olive oil.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Agriturismo Fattoria Lavacchio

Tags

Walking Tours
Culinary Tours
Food & Drink
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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