San Gimignano, Chianti and Montalcino Tour through Tuscan wine

Overview

Take a day excursion to San Gimignano, Chianti, and Montalcino to experience the charm of the Tuscan countryside. Savor the best local blends during a wine tasting at a renowned Chianti winery. Optional lunch for an authentic gastronomic experience. Begin your full-day journey by seeing San Gimignano, well known as the City of Fine Towers. With your tour guide's insights, take advantage of your free time to explore the historical center and its artisan stores. Explore the birthplace of Vernaccia, the renowned white wine that is regarded as Italy's first DOCG wine, after that. Enjoy a sample of Chianti and you can choose to buy the optional lunch at a nearby winery. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val d'Orcia before continuing on to Montalcino, which is famous for its panoramic vistas of Brunello grapes. Finish your tour by visiting a local wine cellar to experience the renowned Brunello di Montalcino.

Itinerary

1. Sienne

   Start the tour from Siena at the meeting point in Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 72, travel with the minivan from Siena to San Gimignano on board of a minivan.

   · 1 h

2. San Gimignano

   Free time to visit San Gimignano

   · 1 h

3. Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta - Duomo di San Gimignano

   During your free time you can visit the Cathedral of San Gimignano. You can purchase the ticket on point or you can check the information and prices here below: http://www.duomosangimignano.it/orari.htm

   · 15 min· Admission not included

4. Palazzo Pubblico e Torre Grossa

   While visiting San Gimignano you can enter in the Palazzo Pubblico and get on the Big Tower that you can admire in the Duomo square. For information regarding tickets and admission hours you can check this link: https://www.sangimignano.com/it/informazioni-utili/orari-e-prezzi-monumenti/

   · 30 min· Admission not included

5. Piazza Della Cisterna

   Free time in San Gimignano and visit to the famous Piazza della Cisterna, known for the beautiful medieval well.

   · 15 min

6. Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana

   Take part in a wine tasting a winery and you can enjoy a lunch (not included in the price) at the winery.

   · 2 h· Admission included

7. Montalcino

   Our day continues on board of the minivan from San Gimignano to Montalcino in Val d'Orcia area, another jewel in Tuscany's crown and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. We will travel to Montalcino, which from its hilltop overlooks the 1500 hectares of Brunello vineyards that have helped make the area world famous. Enjoy the beautiful trip while admiring Tuscan countryside along the way. Our driver can give you some information on board.

   · 2 h

8. Fortezza di Montalcino

   Free time in Montalcino to admire the beautiful medieval fortress and take your time to stroll around its cobblestones streets. The clients can get on the walkway on the walls, overlooking the splendid Val d'Orcia, costs 4 euros. You can check the times and prices here: https://www.valdorciamiata.it/la-fortezza-di-montalcino/

   · 1 h

9. Val D'Orcia

   Our last stop will be at a local winery where we will taste the famous Brunello di Montalcino, which ranks among the top Italian DOCG wines. We will visit the winery and also taste typical local products.

   · 2 h

10. Val D'Orcia

    Enjoy your journey back from Montalcino to Siena after this full day tour based on wine and medieval cities. Our drivers will drop you off at the same meeting point ( Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, 72, Siena).

    · 1 h

How to use your ticket

Meet our driver in Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 72, Siena in front of Hotel Minerva.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Only Adult 18 years old and above are allowed for wine and any other alcoholic beverages

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled if there aren't enough participants.

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