Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
A customized day trip of Chianti countryside and San Gimignano for the discerning traveler seeking an authentic Italian experience on a small group tour for up to 7 people with only the very best of English speaking driver-guides. Travel from the spa town of Montecatini to discover delightful Chianti villages, enjoy some of the best wines this area has to offer as well as visit the enchanting hilltop towered town of San Gimignano. Visit Italy close up in a comfortable Mercedes minivan taking you into the very heart of the beautiful Tuscan countryside. This is a leisurely and relaxing day with time to sit back and enjoy the food and wine of Tuscany.
What's included
Montecatini hotel, villa or apartment pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Driver/guide
Transport by private vehicle
Lunch
Museum & Monument entrance fees
Gratuities
Wine-tastings
What to expect
Greve in Chianti
2h
Charming market town with its Antica Macelleria Falorni specializing in wild boar and pecorino cheese
Montefioralle
Pass by
A scenic medieval hamlet and where Amerigo Vespucci (1415-1512) was born; an avid explorer who followed the Colombus' route to the New World and from whom America got its name!
Badia a Passignano
2h
The true atmosphere of Chianti with its abbey set amid the Antinori vineyards. A great place to relax, take in the views and enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch!
San Gimignano
2h
In the afternoon we'll enjoy a stroll around the medieval tower topped town of San Gimignano, another of Italy's great World Heritage sites, with time to explore the delightful cobbled streets and piazzas. The town is renowned for its white Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine and has also reintroduced the farming of saffron which was cultivated here in the Middle Ages as an important part of the city’s economy. Certainly not to miss is a visit to the Gelateria di Piazza, where Sergio Dondoli creates award-winning gelato with flavours including Vernaccia wine sorbet!
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
Your driver shall meet you directly from your accommodation - hotel, villa, bed and breakfast, farmhouse or apartment. Please confirm your full address when booking and we'll see you there on the day!
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
