Discovering Bees in Volterra
At a glance
Discovering Bees in Volterra is a 1h 30m private experience in Florence, Italy, operated by L'alveare. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $22.91 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: honey tasting.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The proposed innovative activity will allow you to discover the world of bees; fundamental for all of us.
Knowing the role played by these FUNDAMENTAL insects will allow us to appreciate more the world around us, to have a greater respect and care for it.
What's included
What's included
- honey tasting
Itinerary
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- WALK TO the educational apiary (about 500m)
during the walk it will be possible to observe old agricultural tools in use until the 1970s
- VISIT IN APIARIO
The visit includes:
- Observation of bees in the performance of their duties from inside the house
IN TOTAL SAFETY
- Description of the three castes (queen bee, worker bees and drones)
- The funny and sad story of the drone
- The bee is not just honey: what is produced inside the hive (honey, propolis, pollen, royal jelly)
- Live observation of the beekeeper's work outside the house
RETURN TO THE POINT OF SALE where it will be possible
- Participate in the honey extraction in the laboratory
- Taste freshly extracted honey
- then do the tasting of the products with the possibility of purchasing at Km0
Meeting point
We are in front of the Miele del Ferti shop.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Discovering Bees in Volterra take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $22.91 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
honey tasting.
Where does it start?
We are in front of the Miele del Ferti shop.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 28 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Florence.
