Tuscany Day Trip with Wine Tastings and a Visit to San Gimignano | La Vacanza Travel

Tuscany Day Trip with Wine Tastings and a Visit to San Gimignano

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: Italy, Toscana, Florence
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  • 7 hours
  • Florence
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

A day trip exploring Tuscany with visits to 2 wineries. Taste seven different types of wine, three extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegar and Tuscan snacks, enjoy amazing scenery and visit San Gimignano all in one day! This is a great opportunity to meet other travellers and enjoy the Tuscan countryside while sampling and learning about wines.

Pass By: Florence, Florence, Tuscany

Join a fun day trip to the Chianti region and discovery all the area has to offer, from iconic Tuscan landscapes to the all-important wine! The day includes a trip through Tuscany with visits to two wineries, where you will sample seven different types of wine, three extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegars and Tuscan snacks, as well as the chance to enjoy amazing scenery and visit to San Gimignano.

Stop At: Chianti Road, Italy

The first stop will be at a winery and wine tasting school located 1-hour outside of Florence, where you will taste four different type of wines including the famous Chianti Classico, Brunello of Montalcino, Super Tuscan wines. A passionate wine producer will teach you how to recognize different flavours, and how to develop your taste buds. Don't worry- this is not a real school where you have to take notes! Only fun is guaranteed. To accompany the wine, you will also be sampling a 30-year-old balsamic vinegar, the aphrodisiac truffle oil and a classic extra virgin olive oil.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Tuscany, Tuscany

Your second stop will be at a local winery located in the D.O.C.G Vernaccia white wine region, overlooking the stunning towers of San Gimignano. Here, you will be guided through the wine production process from vineyard to cellar by the wine makers, who will then share the secrets of the best wine and food combinations. At the winery you will enjoy three wines; the famous Vernaccia white wine, a rosè wine and a Chianti colli senesi D.O.C.G.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: San Gimignano, San Gimignano, Tuscany

After the second winery, free time is given to explore the beautiful narrow streets of San Gimignano on your own.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: San Gimignano Bell Tower, Piazza del Duomo, 53037, San Gimignano Italy

One of the best-preserved medieval towns in Tuscany, San Gimignano is host to a great array of shops selling local handicrafts and produce. It's the perfect spot to check out the tower filled skyline while eating the ice cream from a world-champion gelateria. Maps will be provided from your tour leader and tips about the best places to visit in town.

Pass By: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, Piazza del Duomo 2, 53037, San Gimignano Italy

Departure from San Gimignano is at 3:45pm. You will arrive back to Florence at approx 5:00pm

Sample Menu

• Wine Tasting - Taste 5 different type of wines including the famous Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. and a Super Tuscan wine, a 30 year- old balsamic vinegar and more..
• Wine Tasting - At the second stop taste the famous Vernaccia white wine, a rosè wine and a Chianti colli senesi D.O.C.G.

Inclusions
  • Private Air-conditioned minivan/minibus
  • Local expert tour leader with indepth knowledge of the area for a unique and authentic experience
  • Wine tasting at 2 wineries with 9 different types of wine
  • Tuscan products tastings including brushetta with tomates, Extra virgin olive oil & more
  • Entry/Admission - Chianti Road

Exclusions
  • Hotel/Hostel Pickup - dropoff
  • Lunch
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Minimum age is 18 years - No kids allowed
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Departure Point

1: Church of San Giovanni Battista della Calza, Piazza della Calza, 50124 Firenze FI, Italy
2: Roma Termini, Via Giovanni Giolitti, 34, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
3: Tuscany on Wheels tours from San Gimignano, Strada di Sant' Appiano, 9/i, 50028 Barberino Tavarnelle FI, Italy


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours


User's Reviews

Lisa_N

07 Apr, 2024

We were looking for a half day wine tour that didn't take us away for the whole day. We found the perfect tour! The tour guides were friendly, hospitable and knowledgeable. The two wineries we visited were excellent. I would highly reccomend!

619jeffry

23 Mar, 2024

Tuscan wine has been made for 3,000 years; in fact, since the time of Rome, or before. Super Tuscans are famous for their fruity taste and strength. The wine is known by wine lovers throughout the world. Indeed, this is a great chance to sample Tuscan wine. You can expand your knowledge about one of Italy's best-known wine regions.

Kristin_D

08 Mar, 2024

We did this tour with our adult kids 21, 24, 26. It was ok, but not sure it was a good value for the money compared to other wine tours we did in Tuscany. The first winery experience on the tour was fantastic (Tenuta Torciano). They did a great food pairing (an unexpected touch was the gluten free and vegetarian options) lots of great wine and enthusiastic hosts. The second winery experience (Pietraserena) was less impressive. The views from here were incredible, but the hosts seemed to just be going through the motions of the tour and tasting. The visit to San Gimignano was great - good amount of time to shop and get some Gelato and walk around. There were 7 people on this tour and it was a bit of a tight squeeze into the small van. It may have been described as a van when I booked it, but I think I expected more of a sprinter van like on other small group tours. All in all it was good, but i think a little expensive for what we got compared to similar priced tours we took. It felt too budget like for a 100 per person price. Our driver/guide was very sweet!

Robyn_Z

22 Nov, 2023

Don was a wonderful knowledgeable driver. The 2 vineyards were fabulous each highlighting totally different things. We had a wonderful day!!

S2973EVlaurenced

09 Nov, 2023

Nice group, nice guide, very good wine!! The itinerary was perfect, not to long, not to packed and we had time to enjoy the experience! Great amount of wine tasting (paired with some bruschettas and salami, just enough not to be starving!!)! Would recommend 100%!

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Lots of wine!!

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Top notch Tuscany vibes!

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Value for money is unbelievable

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I nice change from your typical tours in Florence and enjoy a day in the wine country

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Generous pours and fun!

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A day spent well!

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Definitely should sneak out a day in Florence

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An absolute must!

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Dom is the best!!!

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Great Tour! Two Wineries & Free Time in San Gimignano

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The tour is good for young adults and even parents

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Unforgettable experience

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