San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti VIP Day Trip from Florence with Dinner: Semi-Private

About the Tour:

Great for history buffs, foodies, and those with limited time to explore the Tuscan countryside, this day trip lets you experience the highlights of the region. You'll visit the gorgeous cultural hub of Siena, as well as the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano. You’ll also get to taste the best of Tuscany, with an authentic evening meal at an esteemed Chianti wine estate. Accompanying you will be an English-speaking guide whose knowledge enriches every aspect of your trip.

What We Love About This Tour:

• Taking in the highlights of Siena—and learning about its storied traditions, like the Palio horse race—from a local guide
  
• Exploring the historic center of San Gimignano, with its postcard-worthy towers, churches, and squares
• Savoring an authentic Tuscan meal with regional wines at a Chianti estate. 
  

Tour Itinerary: 

Stop 1: Siena

After meeting your guide in central Florence, you’ll board your private and comfortable coach for the hour-long ride to Siena—a compact city whose architectural beauty and artistic culture rivals that of Florence. Here, you’ll take part in a guided walking tour of the city’s highlights—including its main square, Piazza del Campo, where the exhilarating Palio horse race that takes place each year. Before leaving Siena, you’ll also get to sample some of the city’s distinctive sweet treats at an exclusive tasting.

Stop 2: San Gimignano

The stunning medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano, with its soaring towers, fortress-like walls and winding streets, is your group’s next destination. You'll have time here to independently explore the town's charms—including its picturesque piazzas, tower houses, and 12th-century Duomo.

Stop 3: Authentic Tuscan Meal

As you leave San Gimignano, you’ll get to see the marvelous sunset over the Tuscan hills on your drive toward Chianti. You’ll arrive at a spectacular boutique wine estate, where you’ll be treated to a lavish dinner of authentic Tuscan specialties, paired with delicious regional wines. 

What’s Included:

• Round-trip transport from Florence via comfortable, air-conditioned coach
• Authentic Tuscan meal at a winery estate

Not Included:

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Gratuities

Important to Know:

• Please be sure to arrive at the tour departure point 15 minutes before the starting time. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets will not be refunded.
• Unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour.
  

Important to Bring:

• Good walking shoes.