Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting
Meet your guide at the railway station in Siena to start the tour. Hop in an air-conditioned van to the hike to the starting point. The Via Francigena is an ancient pilgrimage route, first mentioned in records in the 8th century, that stretches from Canterbury, England all the way to the Vatican in Rome, going through France and Switzerland along the way. While its popularity decreased with the rise of automobiles, the Via Francigena is regaining popularity as there are now regular hikers and pilgrims on the trail. Stroll along the path and notice the beauty around you: the rolling hills blanketed in olive groves and the occasional vineyard. Pass through ancient villages that look the same as they did centuries ago when pilgrims would stride past. After your hike, arrive at the striking village of Monteriggioni, a tiny walled town plopped atop of a medium-sized hill. Take part in a wine tasting here at a local wine shop and taste two different local varieties. After, feel free to explore the village at your leisure, popping into small shops, sitting down for lunch or investigating the medieval walls of the village. Your guide gives you a map that shows how to get to the railway station and, when you like, you can get the train back to Siena for the comfortable and scenic ride.
Highlights
- ✓Learn more about the history of the route from an expert guide
- ✓Soak up the stunning Tuscan scenery of rolling vine-and-olive-covered hills
- ✓Sip on local wine during a tutored tasting session in Monteriggioni
- ✓Make use the train ticket included to return to Siena
What's included
- ✓Wine samples
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- ✓Guide
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks (unless specified)
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people with physical disabilities or unable to walk on uneven ground and countryside footpaths for 3 hours
Comfortable shoes are recommended
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.
Tuscany Hiking Tour from Siena Including Wine Tasting
Meet your guide at the railway station in Siena to start the tour. Hop in an air-conditioned van to the hike to the starting point. The Via Francigena is an ancient pilgrimage route, first mentioned in records in the 8th century, that stretches from Canterbury, England all the way to the Vatican in Rome, going through France and Switzerland along the way. While its popularity decreased with the rise of automobiles, the Via Francigena is regaining popularity as there are now regular hikers and pilgrims on the trail. Stroll along the path and notice the beauty around you: the rolling hills blanketed in olive groves and the occasional vineyard. Pass through ancient villages that look the same as they did centuries ago when pilgrims would stride past. After your hike, arrive at the striking village of Monteriggioni, a tiny walled town plopped atop of a medium-sized hill. Take part in a wine tasting here at a local wine shop and taste two different local varieties. After, feel free to explore the village at your leisure, popping into small shops, sitting down for lunch or investigating the medieval walls of the village. Your guide gives you a map that shows how to get to the railway station and, when you like, you can get the train back to Siena for the comfortable and scenic ride.
Highlights
- ✓Learn more about the history of the route from an expert guide
- ✓Soak up the stunning Tuscan scenery of rolling vine-and-olive-covered hills
- ✓Sip on local wine during a tutored tasting session in Monteriggioni
- ✓Make use the train ticket included to return to Siena
What's included
- ✓Wine samples
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- ✓Guide
What's not included
- ✓Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks (unless specified)
Good to know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for people with physical disabilities or unable to walk on uneven ground and countryside footpaths for 3 hours
Comfortable shoes are recommended
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.