Romantic Tuscan Vacation with Stay in 12th-Century Castle

On this 8-day vacation from Great Value Vacations, you can sample Tuscan wines and cheeses, see Michelangelo’s David, tilt your head in line with the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and stay at a 12th-century hillside castle. We’ve listed some of our favorite highlights below. This vacation includes:

• Roundtrip airfare from New York (JFK)
• Manual-shift intermediate-size car rental for duration
• 6 nights in a two-bedroom apartment at the Castello di Montegufoni (one-bedroom apartment for solo travelers or group of two)
• All local taxes, hotel service charges, carrier and government taxes/fees/facility charges on airfare

Montegufoni Castle

Montegufoni Castle (Castello di Montegufoni in Italian) is a relic from the 12th century, built before the Italian Renaissance. Situated amid the rolling hills of Tuscany, the castle is just 15 miles outside of Florence. You’ll be staying on the castle grounds, in a villa with en suite bathrooms and a kitchenette. From here you can walk into town to purchase the Chianti region’s namesake wine.

The castle has a prized room frescoed by Italian Futurist Gino Severini. The work, known as La Sala delle Maschere, or “the room of masks,” depicts characters from the Italian Commedia dell’arte masked theater. The castle estate features an outdoor pool and a restaurant that serves authentic Tuscan food prepared with locally sourced ingredients.

Day-Trip Ideas: Florence, Pisa, and San Gimignano

While you’re staying at Montegufoni Castle, hop into the included rental car and check out some of these nearby attractions.

Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the world’s most beautiful cities, is just 15 miles away. Try climbing the Florence Cathedral’s dome to see the city in all its splendor, or marvel at Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is just an hour’s drive west of the castle. While in Pisa, you can study up on historical churches or explore the campus of the University of Pisa, which dates back to the 14th century.

San Gimignano: This walled medieval town (about 21 miles south of the castle) is known as the Town of Fine Towers for its magnificently preserved Romanesque and Gothic architecture. It’s equally popular for its white wine, vernaccia di San Gimignano.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Call Great Value Vacations at 1-800-495-4903 for pricing from any airport that isn’t listed on the Groupon Getaways deal page.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? After your purchase, call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 for the most up-to-date availability.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? All travelers age 8 and over are required to purchase a Groupon. Different occupancy arrangements can be requested with Great Value Vacations at the time of reservation.

6. Is the price advertised available on every date? Airfare subject to availability. Additional fees may apply for some departure dates. Contact Great Value Vacations for details.

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