Private Tour - Classic Chianti Villages & San Gimignano with Wine Tastings & Lunch
A private journey into the heart of the Chianti region along the famous Chiantigiana Road and through a classic Tuscan landscape characterized by gently rolling hills, vineyards & silver olive groves. Before leaving Florence, we will stop at Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy a stunning view over Florence. Then, we will head to the Medieval village of San Gimignano (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for its 13 medieval towers which dominate the skyline. While visiting this fascinating village you will enjoy a first wine tasting. Next, we will drive along Tuscany's most beautiful country roads towards the second stage of the itinerary: Greve in Chianti. We will stop in a local winery for a second wine tasting and a traditional light lunch with typical products. Along the way, we will be stopping in other picturesque villages. The itinerary is subject to changes due to the availability of the wineries.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Piazzale Michelangelo is a famous square in Florence, offering panoramic views of the city and its iconic landmarks, including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery. Located on a hill south of the Arno River, it’s a popular spot for both tourists and locals to admire the beauty of Florence, especially at sunset. The square also features a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David statue and is easily accessible by foot or by bus.
- ✓San Gimignano is a medieval hilltop town in Tuscany, known for its striking skyline of medieval towers. Often referred to as the "Medieval Manhattan," it is famous for its well-preserved architecture, charming streets, and stunning views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The town is also renowned for its white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, and offers a perfect blend of history, art, and scenic beauty.
- ✓Greve in Chianti is a charming town located in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti wine region. Known for its picturesque Piazza Matteotti, lined with shops offering local products like wine, ceramics, and traditional foods, it’s a perfect spot to explore Tuscan culture. The town is surrounded by rolling vineyards and olive groves, making it an ideal base for wine tours and scenic walks. Greve also boasts historic landmarks, including Montefioralle, a medieval village nearby, and Castello di Verrazzano, famous for its wine tastings.
- ✓Montefioralle is a charming medieval village in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti region, known for its historic castle, narrow cobblestone streets, and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and hills. Famous for its exceptional Chianti Classico wines, the village offers a peaceful and picturesque escape, steeped in history and tradition.
- ✓Badia a Passignano is a historic village located in the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti Classico region. Known for its ancient Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, founded in 395 AD, the village offers a blend of rich history and stunning Tuscan landscapes. It is also famous for its vineyards, producing exceptional Chianti Classico wines. Visitors can explore the abbey, enjoy local wines, and experience the authentic charm of this picturesque village.
What's included
- ✓Pick up from your accommodation if centrally located
- ✓Private air-conditioned car or minivan with an English-speaking driver
- ✓Wine tasting in a typical wine shop in San Gimignano
- ✓Visit to a famous wine estate with wine tasting and lunch with local products
- ✓Pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
- ✓Guided tour
- ✓Extras
Good to know
If pick up at your accommodation is not possible, the meeting point will be set in Piazza Cavalleggeri, in front of the National Library
If pick up at your accommodation is not possible please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of your activity
Please let us know the name and address of your accommodation to arrange the pickup
When booking, please indicate if you have any special dietary needs
The program may change, depending on weather conditions and the availability of the wineries
Meeting Point
Piazza Cavalleggeri, in front of the National Library (Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, Firenze, Toscana, 50122)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Private Tour - Classic Chianti Villages & San Gimignano with Wine Tastings & Lunch
A private journey into the heart of the Chianti region along the famous Chiantigiana Road and through a classic Tuscan landscape characterized by gently rolling hills, vineyards & silver olive groves. Before leaving Florence, we will stop at Piazzale Michelangelo to enjoy a stunning view over Florence. Then, we will head to the Medieval village of San Gimignano (UNESCO World Heritage Site), famous for its 13 medieval towers which dominate the skyline. While visiting this fascinating village you will enjoy a first wine tasting. Next, we will drive along Tuscany's most beautiful country roads towards the second stage of the itinerary: Greve in Chianti. We will stop in a local winery for a second wine tasting and a traditional light lunch with typical products. Along the way, we will be stopping in other picturesque villages. The itinerary is subject to changes due to the availability of the wineries.
What you'll see & do
- ✓Piazzale Michelangelo is a famous square in Florence, offering panoramic views of the city and its iconic landmarks, including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery. Located on a hill south of the Arno River, it’s a popular spot for both tourists and locals to admire the beauty of Florence, especially at sunset. The square also features a bronze replica of Michelangelo's David statue and is easily accessible by foot or by bus.
- ✓San Gimignano is a medieval hilltop town in Tuscany, known for its striking skyline of medieval towers. Often referred to as the "Medieval Manhattan," it is famous for its well-preserved architecture, charming streets, and stunning views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The town is also renowned for its white wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, and offers a perfect blend of history, art, and scenic beauty.
- ✓Greve in Chianti is a charming town located in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti wine region. Known for its picturesque Piazza Matteotti, lined with shops offering local products like wine, ceramics, and traditional foods, it’s a perfect spot to explore Tuscan culture. The town is surrounded by rolling vineyards and olive groves, making it an ideal base for wine tours and scenic walks. Greve also boasts historic landmarks, including Montefioralle, a medieval village nearby, and Castello di Verrazzano, famous for its wine tastings.
- ✓Montefioralle is a charming medieval village in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti region, known for its historic castle, narrow cobblestone streets, and stunning panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and hills. Famous for its exceptional Chianti Classico wines, the village offers a peaceful and picturesque escape, steeped in history and tradition.
- ✓Badia a Passignano is a historic village located in the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti Classico region. Known for its ancient Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo, founded in 395 AD, the village offers a blend of rich history and stunning Tuscan landscapes. It is also famous for its vineyards, producing exceptional Chianti Classico wines. Visitors can explore the abbey, enjoy local wines, and experience the authentic charm of this picturesque village.
What's included
- ✓Pick up from your accommodation if centrally located
- ✓Private air-conditioned car or minivan with an English-speaking driver
- ✓Wine tasting in a typical wine shop in San Gimignano
- ✓Visit to a famous wine estate with wine tasting and lunch with local products
- ✓Pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
- ✓Guided tour
- ✓Extras
Good to know
If pick up at your accommodation is not possible, the meeting point will be set in Piazza Cavalleggeri, in front of the National Library
If pick up at your accommodation is not possible please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of your activity
Please let us know the name and address of your accommodation to arrange the pickup
When booking, please indicate if you have any special dietary needs
The program may change, depending on weather conditions and the availability of the wineries
Meeting Point
Piazza Cavalleggeri, in front of the National Library (Piazza dei Cavalleggeri, Firenze, Toscana, 50122)
Good to know before you go
- Difficulty:
- Easy
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.