Sorano: The Vie Cave and Cantina Della Luce
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Sorano
Explore Sorano's legends, hike ancient paths, and savor local flavors at Cantina della Luce. A journey through history and taste.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Sorano Centro Storico - Join The Red Road Tour for a once-in-a-lifetime hike, followed by a wine tasting with a local and fully licensed guide.

We will walk in the footsteps of the Etruscans, the ancient people who inhabited the ancient lands of Marrema, immersing ourselves in the vie cave (ancient streets dug into the tufaceous rock that reaches a depth of 25 meters) and following a circular route of about 6 km (3.7 miles.)

Experience the secret walkways, caves, and tombs of these people who dug the paths to connect with the necropolises, also known as the ancient cities of the dead.

The tour will end with a visit to a cellar where two young winemakers will explain you how they make wine today and where you will be able to taste a sample of their products.

The entire excursion will be an experiential journey that will involve the 5 senses, allowing you to experience and savor all the history and uniqueness of a territory.

What's Included
  • Fully licensed guided hike
What's Not Included
  • The wine tasting is OPTIONAL and non included in the hike. It costs 20 euros per person and can be paid on the spot directly to the owners
Additional Information

Come and discover Sorano and its wonders! Merge yourself in a history made up of legends and myths that span until the Renaissance period, but is rooted In the Etruscan period. The hike will begin from the Hotel della Fortezza, an ancient fourteenth-century castle, a place where it is possible to spend an arabian night. Our journey will continue towards the Vie Cave that branches off just below the village and then goes up to the opposite hill from which we will have a unique view of this enchanted village. On the way back we will stop at the Cantina della Luce, where its owners will let you taste the products of their hard work.

Location
Hotel della Fortezza
Via Ricasoli
The meeting point is in the square in front of the Hotel della Fortezza
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jlwj2020
Jun 1, 2024
An enjoyable hike to get familiar with Maremma history and landscape - Lorenzo is a knowledgeable guide who took us back into time through sharing stories of the Etruscan and Roman peoples while following their footsteps on trails. His patience in answering our many questions concerning Maremma history, geography, agriculture, and culture offers a hike connected to a Place and not just to a route. What an enjoyable way to get familiar with Maremma history and landscape. After our hike Lorenzo introduced us to Francesco and Gabriele, two young winemakers at Cantina Della Luce. We visited the cave cellars of Francesco's Grandfather, where they follow the sustainable farming and winemaking practices of their ancestries. With our life spent in agriculture as well, we connected immediately with their passion and being deeply rooted in the land. Plus, their wine is very good! We highly recommend taking a step back into time with Lorenzo, The Red Road.
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Michaelah1286je
May 28, 2024
Trekking Etruscan trails with the Red Road - This was our second tour with Lorenzo. We previously did the Pitigliano tour. Trekking through the Etruscan cave with Lorenzo is enjoyable, educational, and rewarding. The hike is moderately challenging, but it is mostly about the learning and the impressive cave. At the end of our hike, Lorenzo took us to a wine tasting in a Sorano cavern offered by two young wine entrepeneurs,Gabriele and Francesco (checkout Cantina della Luce on Instagram). A day well spent. Highly recommend.
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712riccardof
May 4, 2024
A jump into the past. - Unique experience feels like dreaming. Comfortable shoes such as trainers are recommended but it is a wonderful experience without major difficulties,
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