S. Gimignano, Siena, Chianti: Escorted Tour, Lunch & Tasting

S. Gimignano, Siena, Chianti: Escorted Tour, Lunch & Tasting

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Embark on a full-day tour through the heart of Tuscany and discover the beautiful medieval cities of Siena, San Gimignano, and Monteriggioni. Later, enjoy a relaxing stop at a Chianti winery for a traditional lunch and wine tasting session.

Highlights

Take in the beautiful Tuscan countryside as you ride out of Florence through the Chianti region
Admire the magnificent Cathedral and famous Piazza del Campo in the medieval city of Siena
Discover the charming and historic town of San Gimignano
Visit a typical Chianti winery for a delicious lunch which includes tasting of 3 different wines and 'vin santo'
Enjoy free time in Monteriggioni

Description

First arrive in San Gimignano, a tiny medieval town that has remained intact through the centuries. Sitting upon a hilltop, it is famous for its numerous towers, frescoes and other art treasures. Enjoy more free time to discover this fascinating city on your own. Next, stop at the charming historical hamlet of Monteriggioni, an amazing small medieval village enclosed by its famous walls, which remained standing to this day. Enjoy some free time to visit this place. Afterwards, you will cross the gently Chianti rolling hills, arrive at a small and typical winery. Taste 4 fantastic wines, then sample balsamic vinegar and other locally produced zero food miles products, to end this memorable experience in the heart of Tuscany. Your final stop is in Siena, where you will have free time to walk along the narrow medieval streets admiring the splendid palaces, the Cathedral, Libreria Piccolomini, and the famous shell-shaped Piazza del Campo.

Includes

Transport by comfortable air-conditioned bus Multilingual Tour escort on board Licensed tour escort 3 course Tuscan lunch Tasting of 3 different Chianti wines, balsamic vinegar, and 'vin santo'
Museum entrance fees