Starting at €86 | 4.5 Hours | Parties of 2 to 30 | Mercatale Val di Pesa
Spend a relaxed half-day tasting nine wines, olive oils, and aged balsamics inside a 1620s cellar near San Casciano in Val di Pesa. Wander vineyards, learn practical tasting techniques, and finish with a generous Tuscan lunch—vegan and celiac-friendly options available.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking on uneven vineyard paths; suitable for people comfortable with 30–60 minutes of standing and strolling.
Wildlife
History
The estate’s cellar dates to the 1620s, reflecting centuries of local winemaking traditions tied to Chianti’s historic hill farms.
Conservation
The operation supports small-scale, seasonal agriculture and minimizes waste by using local produce; guests are encouraged to respect vine rows and avoid trampling.
Farm Experiences & Tours
Starting at €86 | 4.5 Hours | Parties of 2 to 30 | Mercatale Val di Pesa
Farm Experiences & Tours is a Portugal-based operator located in Santa Bárbara, Lisboa, offering curated farm and winery experiences across multiple European regions. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the company connects travelers with rural producers through guided tastings, cellar tours, picnics, and farm lunches. Their program includes wine tastings in Lourinhã (3- and 6-wine options), a picnic winery experience, Sicilian olive oil experiences with farm lunches, Tuscan Chianti Classico tastings and lunches, Provence wine and goat cheese tours, and a coffee farm experience in Las Palmas.
Each itinerary focuses on direct engagement with producers: guided vineyard walks, explanations of winemaking and olive oil harvesting techniques, tasting masterclasses, and estate-hosted meals. Experiences are presented as day tours or on-site visits to family-run estates and châteaux, emphasizing regional flavors and landscape settings.
Farm Experiences & Tours uses trip descriptions and on-site programs supplied by partner farms and wineries; the operator showcases factual, location-specific experiences such as Montevago olive oil production, Chianti Classico tastings, and Lourinhã vineyard visits. Guests are encouraged to review individual trip details for accessibility, duration, and booking terms.
By featuring a diverse selection—wineries, olive farms, a coffee plantation, and goat cheese pairings—the operator provides verified rural culinary experiences suitable for wine lovers, culinary travelers, and nature enthusiasts seeking authentic, producer-led activities in and beyond Portugal. Information on group size limits, seasonal availability, and meal inclusions is provided for each listing to help travelers plan. Local partners include small estates and producers who host tastings and lunches on-site throughout Portugal.
Base Location
Santa Bárbara, Lisboa
Located in the Lisbon region
Tours Offered
10 Tours
Includes wine, olive oil, coffee, cheese
Experience Types
Wine, Olive Oil, Coffee, Cheese
Wineries and farm-based tastings
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed with curated adventure partners
Compare trip details, choose a tasting format, and reserve a curated picnic, lunch, or masterclass with verified producers.
Book morning or late afternoon slots
Choose early or late times for softer light in the vineyards and cooler midday temperatures during summer.
Wear sturdy shoes
The vineyard walk includes uneven ground and gentle slopes—closed-toe shoes or hiking sandals help.
Plan transport in advance
There’s no included transportation; arrange a taxi, private transfer, or rental car from Florence or San Casciano.
Notify dietary needs ahead
Vegan and celiac-friendly options are available but require advance notice to accommodate.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on unpaved vineyard rows and cellar stone floors.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated between tastings and outdoor segments.
summer
Sun protection (hat/sunscreen)
Open-sky vineyard time can be sunny; shade is limited.
summer
Compact camera or phone with good battery
Capture cellar details, label shots, and vineyard panoramas.