Orvieto Tour from Civitavecchia

highlights

• Fun-filled wine-tasting shore excursion from Civitavecchia to Umbria
• You will travel comfortably in your private deluxe vehicle
• Visit a certified organic winery estate in the Umbrian hills
• Winery visit takes place between 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
• Savor traditional wine tasting and learn about winemaking techniques
• Enjoy free time on your own for lunch and sightseeing in Orvieto
• Our Wine Tours from Civitavecchia are private just for you and your party for optimal tour enjoyment, comfort
• We make wine-tasting shore excursions from Civitavecchia easy with Pier-side pick-up and drop-off
• This tour does NOT include a Tour Guide, you will Self Tour in Orvieto when away from the vehicle
• * Winery fees are NOT included in our tour price (* See below)
• ** This tour is offered AS IS without modifications to towns or wineries.
• ** This Tour has a 7-DAY CANCELATION Policy for Refund
• *** Please read ALL the information on the tour page before booking to ensure this tour meets your expectations. If you have any unanswered questions let us know. Tour Requests are confirmed based on availability.

itinerary

• Winery visit in Umbria
• Lunch and sightseeing in Orvieto

description

This tour is currently NOT available

For up to 4 Persons from Civitavecchia Port:     850 EUROS
For up to 6 Persons from Civitavecchia Port:     900 EUROS
For up to 7 Persons from Civitavecchia Port:     950 EUROS

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* Prices do NOT include Winery Fees (approximately 50 Euros Per Person)

Your personal English-speaking RomeCabs Driver will pick you up on the Pier next to your ship in Civitavecchia at 8:30 AM. Your wine tasting tour from Civitavecchia begins with a relaxing drive from the cruise port traversing the beautiful countryside.

Your wine-tasting shore excursion from Civitavecchia begins with a relaxing drive from the cruise port traversing the beautiful countryside. As you make your way to the winery estate, you will travel along scenic windy country roads that weave through undulating Umbrian hills with slopes adorned with rows of vineyards and olive orchards.

Umbria Winery visit with Wine Tasting

Your countryside journey will take you to a tranquil hilltop winery estate surrounded by enthralling Umbrian and Tuscan landscapes. This remarkable winery is an ideal oasis far away from civilization and very close to nature.

Delight in a joyful 1.5-hour journey through the history of this certified organic winery as you learn from the family of winemakers the traditional process of winemaking and savor a selection of 3 locally produced wines paired with bruschetta, locally sourced charcuterie, cheese, and organic extra virgin olive oil.

At the conclusion of your winery visit, you will once again join your driver for a 30-minute drive along scenic windy country roads to Orvieto where you will appreciate free time for lunch and sightseeing.

• Winery fees are NOT included in our Tour Fee in order to offer flexibility for members of your party who are not able to partake in wine tasting. Wine Tasting and Winery Tour Fee is approximately 50 EUROS Per Person. Winery visits must be booked in advance and are subject to availability. See BELOW for more information.

Explore the ancient city of ORVIETO

Settled on the plateau of a tall volcanic tufa rock, Orvieto overlooks an enchanting panorama of the lush Umbrian countryside comprised of a patchwork of vineyards, olive orchards, and dense forests. Orvieto is also an ancient town of Etruscan origins, delighting visitors with its delightful and well-preserved medieval setting. 

While in Orvieto, you will relish free time lunching on tasty Umbrian specialties at a local restaurant of your choice and delight in a stroll along wide pedestrian-friendly streets lined with inviting shops brimming with beautiful hand-crafted and hand-painted ceramics as well as gastronomic boutiques and cafes. Throughout the town, you will also discover local wine shops (enoteche ) for additional wine tasting opportunities and purchasing other local wines.


After a delicious lunch and sightseeing in Orvieto, at approximately 3:15 PM you will once again meet your personal driver ready to depart for the Port of Civitavecchia aiming to arrive back at your ship at approximately 5:00 PM.  You will enjoy a relaxing drive reminiscing the exquisite sights and delicious flavors you enjoyed on your exceptional wine-tasting shore excursion to Umbria.

Important Information

PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW AND ACCEPT THE   TERMS OF SERVICE  AND PRIVACY POLICY BEFORE BOOKING.

PAYMENT:

Advance PREPAYMENT for this Tour via PayPal or Credit Card during the confirmation process.

NOTE: Winery/wine tasting fees are paid directly to the winery and are NOT included in our Tour Fee.

CANCELLATION POLICY of this Orvieto Wine Tasting Tour

All Cancellations must be made in writing to us via E-Mail and confirmed by our office at least 7 days in advance. Cancellations are not accepted by phone, text message, or 3rd party.

** Cancelations for PREPAID SERVICES will be the Reduced Net Rate we receive from your prepayment.  Reduced Net Rate: actual service price minus PayPal/Credit Card fees retained by PayPal/Credit Card as they do not reimburse us the fees they retain from your payment.

** This tour is offered AS IS without modifications to the existing itinerary, towns, or winery. If you wish to make changes to the existing wine tour please send us an email and we can assist with a customized tour to suit your preferences.

WINE TASTING IN UMBRIA: Prices, information:

This winery visit includes moderate walking/standing. You may find uneven natural surfaces.  The winery visit is reserved in accordance with the winery’s fixed wine-tasting tour schedule which is between approximately 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.   This time frame also allows you sufficient time in Orvieto for lunch and sightseeing prior to returning to your ship. Winery visits must be booked in advance and are subject to availability.

Winery visit and wine tasting fees: approximately 50 Euros Per Person payable directly to the winery. Winery fees are subject to change without notice at the discretion of the winery.

Winery fees are NOT included in our tour fee in order to offer flexibility and accommodate guests who cannot partake in wine tasting.

Casual, weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking footwear is recommended. Participants must be of legal drinking age (18 years)  to partake in wine tasting. 

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MEETING POINT for Shore Excursions from CIVITAVECCHIA

Your driver will meet you on the Pier next to your Ship at your scheduled pickup time holding a sign with the NAME in your reservation. Look for the driver in the same area as ALL private drivers will be waiting for their clients.

Please do NOT leave the ship area, and do NOT take a shuttle bus outside the port.

YOUR PRIVATE TOUR DRIVER

This Wine Tasting shore excursion to Umbria provides an English-speaking Driver who is NOT a licensed tour guide or a sommelier.

Italian laws permit only licensed tour guides to accompany guests to sightsee on foot away from the vehicle.

In order to comply with Italian laws, drivers are obliged by law to remain with the vehicle while guests sightsee on foot.  Drivers are happy to offer basic touristic information while at the vehicle, however you will SELF TOUR on your own when away from the vehicle.

The wine experts can provide information about wines and wine production at the winery and at wine shops.