From Florence: Chianti Wine Tour with Wine Tasting

Chianti Wine Tour with Tastings and Monteriggioni Visit

This half-day guided wine tour from Florence visits two authentic wineries in the Chianti region, ideal for travelers interested in Tuscan food and wine traditions.

Description

Meet your guide in Florence and travel by air-conditioned coach through the Tuscan hills. Along the way, learn about the local countryside, villages, and landmarks from your guide's insights.

Your first stop is a traditional Chianti winery in the Chianti Classico area. After an introduction to the estate’s history and philosophy, take a guided tour of the cellar and vineyards. Discover the winemaking process from grape to bottle, the use of oak barrels, and the requirements for Chianti Classico designation. The visit ends with a tasting of 3 to 4 wines paired with local specialties including cheese, cured meats, bread, and extra-virgin olive oil.

The tour continues to a second winery deeper in the Chianti countryside. Enjoy a short guided visit before tasting several carefully selected wines such as Chianti Classico DOCG. These are paired with typical Tuscan foods including bruschetta drizzled with olive oil, pecorino cheese, cured meats, and fresh bread. Learn to identify aromas and flavors and discover classic wine and food pairings.

You will have time to walk through the vineyards and enjoy views of the peaceful Tuscan countryside.

Monteriggioni: A Medieval Finale

Before returning to Florence, visit Monteriggioni, a well-preserved medieval village surrounded by ancient walls and towers. Explore the cobbled streets and central square while enjoying views over the countryside, offering a quiet historical conclusion to the tour.

Highlights

• Visit two authentic wineries in the Chianti region
• Taste a selection of local wines including Chianti Classico DOCG
• Sample regional products like cheese, olive oil, and salami
• Enjoy local flavors such as bruschetta and cured meats with Tuscan olive oil
• Experience Tuscan countryside views and medieval Monteriggioni

Includes

• Round-trip transportation from Florence by air-conditioned coach
• Guided tours of two wineries
• Tastings of 7 types of wine
• Sampling of local products including cheese, olive oil, salami, and bruschetta
• Unlimited high-speed WIFI on the bus
• Daily full assistance and remote support
• Licensed tour leader speaking English, Spanish, or Italian (depending on option chosen)
• Translator available for Portuguese and Chinese speakers (minimum 4 participants required)

Excludes

• Tram tickets
• Tips
• Pick-up and drop-off service

Important Information

• This tour operates in multiple languages simultaneously
• To reach the meeting point at Villa Costanza from Florence city center, take tram T1.3 towards Villa Costanza (approximately 20 minutes)
• Look for staff holding a green board with the myTour logo
• Tram tickets cost €1.50 and can be purchased at vending machines near the tram stop

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable shoes for walking through vineyards and Monteriggioni. Morning or early afternoon departures offer favorable light for photos and a relaxed pace.