Excursion A journey into the prosecco land (tour & airport transfer) tour at Venice
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Experience this debarkation tour that will take you to the hilly area between the towns of Valdobbiadene and Conegliano, 60 kilometres North of Venice, to the traditional home of Prosecco. Here a centuries-old vine growing and wine making culture has shaped the landscape and affected the lifestyle of inhabitants.
From the pier, travel approximately 90 minutes by air-conditioned motor coach to reach Valdobbiadene Hills.
Wine Estate in Crocetta del Montello, Prosecco Tasting
Your experience starts with learning how families become devoted to wine culture for many years and how traditions are continued through innovation and research, combined with respect and passion for their region.
Discover the cellars that create the perfect environment for wine aging thanks to their natural characteristic of keeping humidity and temperature at a costant level. Thanks to the natural conditions of temperature, light and humidity a classic method sparkling wine is stored here to refine and become a Premium wine.
After an in depth visit you will have the chance to taste and compare and contrast the many faces of Prosecco.
Lunch at a local Restaurant
After visiting the cellars, the discovery of territory and its products, you will continue to a characteristic restaurant to have a lunch, based on the typical dishes of the Venetian countryside and well accompanied by local production of wines.
At the conclusion of your lunch, re-board your motor coach and drive to Venice Marco Polo Airport for your flight back home.
Points of interests
Points of interest seen on this excursion may include: Prosecco Hills, Estate, Cellars, Lunch
Note
Please note: This tour is available for disembarking guests with flights departing Venice-Marco Polo airport after 6.30 pm. This tour involves an extensive amount of walking and standing (approximately 1 hour / 700 metres). It is not recommended for guests with limited mobility as several steps need to be negotiated to reach the wine cellar and some ares can be unpaved. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. Guests are advised to bring a bottle of water from the ship. The tour sequence may vary. Wine/alcohol can only be served to guests 18 years and over. Tour will get to the Airport at 3.30 / 4pm approximately.