For travelers who want to immerse themselves in a luxury getaway to Tuscany at a value-oriented price, Sceptre Tours is currently offering its 6-night Luxury Tuscan Villa Package from $899 per person including hotel, airfare, rental car, and more! That equates to a little less than $150 a day!
Travelers will stay at the Il Borro estate, immersed in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside. Il Borro estate offers guests a glimpse of Tuscany’s rural life combined with all the luxuries of a five-star property. Il Borro estate extends over 1,755 acres providing travelers plenty of activities on the grounds including wine tasting, cooking classes, fishing, horseback riding, and more. Located only 40 minutes from Florence and Siena, Il Borro is a great base for sightseeing in some of Italy’s most popular cities....
Travel into Florence to the Accademia Museum and see the statue of David, or venture to Pisa to see the world-famous leaning tower. Travelers will enjoy six nights in a deluxe Villa in "The Village" which includes two-bedrooms, luxurious bathrooms, modern kitchen, living room, and more. As an added bonus, a complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard will await guests in their Tuscan home away from home.
As another way to truly immerse themselves in all that is Tuscany, travelers can add-on a Tuscan Cooking Class for $99 per person where they can learn the art of traditional Tuscan cooking. This three-hour hands-on course enables participants to learn cooking with the local ingredients and then enjoy the fruits of their labors at Osteria del Borro just at the entrance of the medieval village of Il Borro. For more information on the cooking class, click here.
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The Luxury Tuscan Villa Package includes:
•6 nights at the luxurious five-star Il Borro in a two-bedroom villa in "The Village." A seventh night is available starting at only $99 per person;
•Round-trip economy class airfare to Florence (flights to Pisa are available at slightly higher rates);
•Full-size manual rental car for the week (upgrade to an automatic from $79 per person);
•Complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard.
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13 May 2010
16 April 2010
Tuscany More Affordable Than Ever!
Travelers shouldn't wait another minute if a vacation in a castle in Tuscany is on their life's list of places to visit! Dooley Vacations is currently offering a Tuscan Castle Vacation priced from $799 which includes 6 nights accommodation, round-trip economy class airfare, and rental car. That breaks down to just about $133 per person, per night!
Just 13 miles from Florence, perched atop a gentle hill and set amidst Italian gardens, lemon trees, olive groves, and the world famous vineyards of Chianti, glorious and historic Montegufoni Castle transports guests to a fairy-tale world in the Tuscan hills.
This is the perfect place for those who want to experience all that this region is famous for including wine tasting, art and history, incredible scenery, and much more. Dooley Vacations can assist in arranging a variety of special day tours and experiences involving cooking classes, wine tastings, and more.
The historic Montegufoni Castle embodies all that Italy is famous for. Guests will be fully immersed in the rare beauty of this stunning property which features artistry of Medieval and Renaissance Italian design — ancient halls, winding stairs, frescoes, and refined furnishings — as well as panoramic views of the surrounding Chianti countryside. Travelers are also well positioned to explore Tuscany’s breathtaking countryside and nearby cities including Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca, Cortona, Volterra, and Arezzo to name just a few.
The Tuscan Castle Vacation package includes:
•6 nights in a two-bedroom apartment with one private bathroom and one shared bathroom at the Montegufoni Castle or Guest House which dates back to the 12th century;
•Round-trip economy class transatlantic airfare to Florence;
•Manual shift car rental with unlimited mileage (Note: this can be upgraded to an automatic car for an additional $79 per person.)
This package is per person, based on four people traveling and is priced from $799 per person from New York, and Newark, $829 from Boston and $919 from Chicago for travel November 1, 2010 to February 28, 2011. Other departure dates and gateway cities are available from now through October 31 with rates slightly higher depending upon date of travel. Taxes up to $143 per person are additional.
Dooley Vacations can also accommodate groups on this tour. For additional information on traveling with 10 or more people, call 800-901-3885.
Just 13 miles from Florence, perched atop a gentle hill and set amidst Italian gardens, lemon trees, olive groves, and the world famous vineyards of Chianti, glorious and historic Montegufoni Castle transports guests to a fairy-tale world in the Tuscan hills.
This is the perfect place for those who want to experience all that this region is famous for including wine tasting, art and history, incredible scenery, and much more. Dooley Vacations can assist in arranging a variety of special day tours and experiences involving cooking classes, wine tastings, and more.
The historic Montegufoni Castle embodies all that Italy is famous for. Guests will be fully immersed in the rare beauty of this stunning property which features artistry of Medieval and Renaissance Italian design — ancient halls, winding stairs, frescoes, and refined furnishings — as well as panoramic views of the surrounding Chianti countryside. Travelers are also well positioned to explore Tuscany’s breathtaking countryside and nearby cities including Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca, Cortona, Volterra, and Arezzo to name just a few.
The Tuscan Castle Vacation package includes:
•6 nights in a two-bedroom apartment with one private bathroom and one shared bathroom at the Montegufoni Castle or Guest House which dates back to the 12th century;
•Round-trip economy class transatlantic airfare to Florence;
•Manual shift car rental with unlimited mileage (Note: this can be upgraded to an automatic car for an additional $79 per person.)
This package is per person, based on four people traveling and is priced from $799 per person from New York, and Newark, $829 from Boston and $919 from Chicago for travel November 1, 2010 to February 28, 2011. Other departure dates and gateway cities are available from now through October 31 with rates slightly higher depending upon date of travel. Taxes up to $143 per person are additional.
Dooley Vacations can also accommodate groups on this tour. For additional information on traveling with 10 or more people, call 800-901-3885.
29 January 2010
Under the Tuscan Sun
Ever since Diane Lane bought a villa in Tuscany in "Under The Tuscan Sun," the region has become a huge draw for Americans who want to experience the food, wine, ambiance, and sights of this incredible region. Now Sceptre Tours is offering a Tuscany Deluxe Package that enables travelers to imbibe everything Tuscan while staying at Il Borro estate in the Chianti region, owned by Italy's renowned Ferragamo family!
Immersed in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside, Il Borro estate offers guests a glimpse of Tuscany’s rural life combined with all the luxuries of a 5 star property. Il Borro estate extends over 1,755 acres providing travelers plenty of activities on the grounds including wine tasting, cooking classes, fishing, horseback riding, and various outdoor activities.
Travelers will stay in a deluxe Villa in "The Village" which includes two-bedrooms, two luxurious bathrooms, a modern kitchen, living room, and more. As an added bonus, a complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard will await guests in their home away from home.
The Tuscany Deluxe Package includes:
•Round-trip economy class airfare to Florence;
•6 nights in a two-bedroom villa at Il Borro estate;
•Full Size Manual Rental Car;
•Complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard
This package is priced from $999 per person for travel from JFK and Newark, and $1,009 from Boston, and $1,089 from Chicago for travel from February 1 to March 31, 2010. This package is available through October 31 at slightly higher rates. Other gateways available. All rates are per person, based on quad occupancy. The price is exclusive of taxes ranging up to $175 per person. Sceptre offers travel from over 100 gateway cities throughout the U.S. Land only is available with a supplement of $100.
Travelers can add a 7th night at Il Borro with the rental car for only $79 additional per person.
The following add-ons are also available:
Gold Package ($99): Includes an automatic car and wine tour and tasting in the cellar of Il Borro.
Tuscan Cooking Class ($99): Learn the art of traditional Tuscan cooking at a cooking course. For approximately three hours participants will experience cooking with local ingredients and then enjoy the prepared meal in the restaurant.
Only 40 minutes from Florence and Siena, Il Borro estate is a great base for sightseeing in some of Italy’s most popular cities. Guests can travel into Florence to the Accademia Museum and see the statue of David, or venture to Pisa to see the world-famous leaning tower. Guests can also enjoy many activities at Il Borro such as, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, hot air ballooning, and cooking or art classes.
During their stay at Il Borro, guests have the opportunity to visit the winery, where tours are conducted by one of many English-speaking wine experts. The tour begins in the impressive amphitheatre of the new cantina, then continues through the winery where the winemaking process from vine to bottle is explained. In the fairytale setting of olive groves, vineyards and beautiful Tuscan landscape, Il Borro estate is truly a dream vacation spot.
Immersed in the beauty of the Tuscan countryside, Il Borro estate offers guests a glimpse of Tuscany’s rural life combined with all the luxuries of a 5 star property. Il Borro estate extends over 1,755 acres providing travelers plenty of activities on the grounds including wine tasting, cooking classes, fishing, horseback riding, and various outdoor activities.
Travelers will stay in a deluxe Villa in "The Village" which includes two-bedrooms, two luxurious bathrooms, a modern kitchen, living room, and more. As an added bonus, a complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard will await guests in their home away from home.
The Tuscany Deluxe Package includes:
•Round-trip economy class airfare to Florence;
•6 nights in a two-bedroom villa at Il Borro estate;
•Full Size Manual Rental Car;
•Complimentary bottle of wine from the Il Borro vineyard
This package is priced from $999 per person for travel from JFK and Newark, and $1,009 from Boston, and $1,089 from Chicago for travel from February 1 to March 31, 2010. This package is available through October 31 at slightly higher rates. Other gateways available. All rates are per person, based on quad occupancy. The price is exclusive of taxes ranging up to $175 per person. Sceptre offers travel from over 100 gateway cities throughout the U.S. Land only is available with a supplement of $100.
Travelers can add a 7th night at Il Borro with the rental car for only $79 additional per person.
The following add-ons are also available:
Gold Package ($99): Includes an automatic car and wine tour and tasting in the cellar of Il Borro.
Tuscan Cooking Class ($99): Learn the art of traditional Tuscan cooking at a cooking course. For approximately three hours participants will experience cooking with local ingredients and then enjoy the prepared meal in the restaurant.
Only 40 minutes from Florence and Siena, Il Borro estate is a great base for sightseeing in some of Italy’s most popular cities. Guests can travel into Florence to the Accademia Museum and see the statue of David, or venture to Pisa to see the world-famous leaning tower. Guests can also enjoy many activities at Il Borro such as, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, hot air ballooning, and cooking or art classes.
During their stay at Il Borro, guests have the opportunity to visit the winery, where tours are conducted by one of many English-speaking wine experts. The tour begins in the impressive amphitheatre of the new cantina, then continues through the winery where the winemaking process from vine to bottle is explained. In the fairytale setting of olive groves, vineyards and beautiful Tuscan landscape, Il Borro estate is truly a dream vacation spot.
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