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Full-day Siena, San Gimignano And Chianti Tour From Florence
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Culture, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    9 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Discover a unique part of Tuscany in a private day trip from Florence. Immerse yourself in the renowned Chianti wine region and explore the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Tour historical landmarks such as Piazza del Campo in Siena, home to the annual Palio and the medieval towers of San Gimignano. Add an optional, unforgettable lunch to savor traditional Tuscan wines and specialties in an organic Farm or Winery.

Highlights
  • Enjoy Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti day trip 
  • Visit churches of San Gimignano
  • Admire medieval architecture and gothic-style Cathedral 
  • Hassle-free pick-up and drop services

  • Start From: Piazza del Campo and Siena Cathedral expand_more
    • Meet your local tour guide and start with Siena, one of the most popular and visited places in Tuscany. 
    • Upon arrival, explore its rich history and art through its notable local monuments such as the famous seashell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the outstanding Siena Cathedral. 
    • Witness many local shops that fill the historic streets of Siena, an excellent opportunity for you to taste local food or buy some souvenirs. 
    • Visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the main location of Catholic worship in Tuscany and the diocese of Siena. The building is located in a square of the same name in the center of the city.
    • Admire the Italian Gothic architecture, one of the most significant and spectacular churches built in Italy.

    Duration: 3 hours

  • Stop At: Castello di Monteriggioni expand_more
    • Make a lovely stop in the small, fortified village, Castello di Monteriggioni. Its original medieval walls still surround it. 
    • Pass by the SS222 road, better known as Chiantigiana, one of the most beautiful streets in Italy. It passes along the entire Chianti region, from Florence to Siena. 
    • Take this scenic road going north, starting from Siena and reaching Castellina in Chianti. The area is rich with castles and villages. 
    • Stop at Castle of Fonterutoli to admire the small medieval village surrounded by endless vineyards, centuries-old woods, and green hills. 
    • Proceed to Castellina In Chianti for an optional lunch at the farm or winery (this is an optional activity and might take 2 hours). 

    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Finish At: Historic Center of San Gimignano expand_more
    • View the beautiful stronghold of San Gimignano, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Tuscany. 
    • Explore the treasure of medieval architecture, frozen in time at 1300 AD. 
    • Visit the ancient towers, which still stand out from its skyline, earning it the nickname: Manhattan of the Middle Ages. 
    • Stop by the famous Dondoli ice cream shop, winner of many awards for the best ice cream in the world.
    • Drop off right back to your accommodation in Florence, and with that, your tour comes to an end. 

    Duration: 1 hour

What's Included
  • Pick-up and drop-off at your selected hotel/location (in Downtown Florence)

  • Private transportation by Mercedes Minivan

  • English-speaking licensed driver

  • Unlimited packaged drinking water

  • On-Board WiFi

What's Excluded
  • Lunch on-farm or winery available at an extra cost 

  • Private local tour guide

  • Tips and gratuities

  • Any personal expenses

Know before you go
  • Departure is at 9:30 am.

  • Pick-up time can be changed upon request.

  • A confirmation is appreciated the day before the appointment by e-mail or via iMessage or WhatsApp.

  • Not wheelchair accessible.

  • Not suitable for pets.

  • Infants must not sit on laps.

  • In case of rain, umbrellas are provided by your driver.

  • This tour/experience is for a maximum of 8 travelers (your private party). Should your group exceed this size, you can make two reservations.

  • You will be picked up directly at your hotel or address provided at the time of booking at the exact time of the start of the tour.

  • Upon request, during the reservation, we can organize lunch in wine cellars or on farms. This is a highly recommended experience, especially for wine lovers. (Vegetarian and gluten-free lunches are also offered and accommodate allergies. Upon request 24hrs before the tour).

  • Our drivers are all extremely familiar with Tuscany and its main destinations. They will gladly share any information, curiosities, and traditions about the area being toured and more. They are open to any questions and requests.

Meeting Point

Downtown Florence Historic District, Florence, AL, USA

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
The group size and price
1 To 8EUR 450 Per Group

This is a private tour

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USD 499 / group