Randall Y.United States
Valeria selected two quite different producers for a very interesting contrast. She is very knowledgeable on the subject and a terrific guide.
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Private tour in Verona Valeria B
Amarone Top cellars Wine Tour: 5 hours
4.7
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Valeria B.
4.9
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After 25+ years spent with independent, curious travelers I know how to connect deeply and quickly. So let me be your sister in town! I can't wait of taking you to my favorite spots for seeing, eating, drinking and delving into the city soul. I was born and raised in Verona, an adorable, romantic, cozy Italian city and I have seen it changing over time under my eyes! Roman Archaeology is my background and I am listed in the prestigious Rick Steves Italy guidebook. I'm excited about helping you understand a little more of my beloved city: its art, history, landscape and the mood of the Italian "provincia". I am happy to tailor unique experiences for my travelers: if you are happy, I am happy! On my private tours, "connect" and "share" are my verbs: I couldn't live without connecting with my travelers and sharing ideas and experiences with them. For me being a tour guide is a way of travelling every day without moving from home! I get emotional when I taste classy wines and I am a Level 1 sommelier. I love good architecture, good music, good wines, I read many memoirs. I'm a mother of 3 globe-trotters. -Since 2003: Listed on Rick Steves Italy guidebook. -Master degree in Roman Archaeology. -Level 1 wine Sommelier. -Certified interpretive guide at NAI- National Association for Interpretation (Fort Collins, CO) -Since 2000: Board Licensed Tour Guide in UNESCO Verona and its province -Master course in Museology and Museography. Here are my tours (feel free of asking if you have special requests): - My CITY TOURS where I show you around as a proud native - My very easy and enjoyable LAKE GARDA tour, that I can customize to your needs - My BOUTIQUE WINE TOUR, where you learn about the 3 special things that make the Amarone a great wine - I can easily arrange COMBO TOURS: city+lake or city+wine or even city+lake+wine! - I can also accomodate FAMILIES on my family tour with kids aged 4 to 12 - SHAKESPEARE fans will rejoice on my Romeo and Juliet tour, where I discuss universal values such as Romantic Love, Family Hatred, Young Desire, Good and Bad Parenting, Deep Friendship. - I can also arrange transportation from Milan, from Venice, from Bologna: just ask! I hope to be able to meet you very soon! I am a local guide of Verona: I do not deliver tours in Milan (only pick up). I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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2 prestigious boutique cellars from Verona city
Overview of your Verona tour
I am a Level 1 SOMMELIER and I have a 25+ year experience in tours for wine lovers and wine connoisseurs. I love to take you to boutique cellars, that can widen your Amarone wine knowledge and appreciation. I want you to taste something that is at the same time excellent and not easy to find where you live. So I select 2 wineries chosen among the very many I know, including EXCLUSIVE ONES like Quintarelli or Dal Forno. I usually combine two cellars that are different in philosophy, hospitality and position: I do know how to make you HAPPY. On this tour you learn a lot about the 3 specifics of the Valpolicella wines. -NATIVE varieties -MIX of grapes -and, above all, the DRYING process You will witness the commitment and dedication of the wine people, who you'll get to know and chat with. I make sure that you taste the best of the best Amarone, and at the same time make life- time MEMORIES about our wines, land and people. A very inspirational tour!
Recent Reviews
Lisa A.United States
Val arranged a spectacular vineyard tour for us, getting us access to two amazing wineries, Quintarelli and Zýmē. The tours were comprehensive and very personal. Our tours ran long but Val never rushed us. She provided great background knowledge on both vineyards and also arranged a beautiful lunch at a local restaurant. We really appreciated all her attention and we would definitely work with her again.
Frank D.United States
Valeria took us to taste Amarones at the Quintarelli and Zýmē wineries in the Valpolicella Classico region and provided info and history for each winery. In between, she took us to the Trattoria Caprini in Torbe, where first the chefs showed us how they roll out and cut the tagliatelle, and then we lunched on the tagliatelle with three different sauces accompanied by Ripasso. Thank you, Valeria, for doing such a wonderful job organizing a day that was memorable for both Amarone and tagliatelle!
Stephen M.Canada
Can't say enough good things about both Valeria and ToursbyLocals. I was looking for a very specific itinerary to do some business research and Valeria was able to arrange a tour that far exceeded my expectations, all the while keeping it relaxed and enjoyable. I have no hesitation recommending Valeria to anyone spending some time in Verona.
Sarah K.United States
Tour driver and guide were AWESOME! We had so much fun and will miss the Nothern Italy experience
Christine D.Bermuda
Valeria arranged a well planned and informative tour of two family vineyards, each distinctly different from the other in how they were managed. Her easy-going and friendly manner made the trip so enjoyable, and Valeria's patience in responding to our never ending questions was admirable. Her knowledge of the area is exceptional. We highly recommend her as a guide for any of her tours and hopefully we can return to enjoy more of her enterprising spirit!
Your Verona tour itinerary
-private transfer to Valpolicella area -visit and tasting at the first winery -transfer to the second winery -visit and tasting -transfer back to Verona city or elsewhere Please note that: -if you are second comers, I can take you to the Soave wine area or to the "Valpolicella allargata" which is where the more experimental wineries are -this tour is possible with transportation from Milan -if you have your own transportation, you can inquire for the deduction of the cost -it is possible to customize this tour including three wineries instead of two -if you have a favorite cellar, let me know and I can include it in the tour
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation
Car/van with professional driver
What's included
Other: Selection and booking of good cellars; my service as your guide and personal sommelier; transfer with car/minivan and professional driver: tastings (Amarone and other 2-3 wines + finger food in each cellar)
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Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Extra food and wine
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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
68023
Languages
Italian
English
SpanishActivity level
Moderate
Traveller reviews
4.7
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This private tour in Verona is perfect for wine lovers and wine connoisseurs who are eager to deepen their knowledge and appreciation of Amarone wines. With Valeria B., a Level 1 Sommelier with over 25 years of experience, you'll visit prestigious boutique cellars and taste exclusive wines that are hard to find elsewhere. It's also ideal for those who want to connect with a local expert for deeper insights into the Valpolicella wine region.
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5 hours
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