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Overview
When you think of Tuscany, you imagine its beautiful landscapes, stunning medieval villages, and amazing culture of food and wine. On our fully-escorted three-day tours, you savour these and other Tuscan delights with your local guide.
• Pick up and drop off from Florence.
• Small intimate groups.
• Guarantee departure every day.
• Fully escorted tour with a local guide
• Stunning Farmhouse accommodation
What's included
2 nights accommodation
Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
Wine tasting
Driver/guide
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Lunch
Dinner
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Breakfast
Local taxes
Fuel surcharge
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local licensed guide
What to expect
Day 1: San Gimignano and Siena
Tuscany Untouched
9h · Admission ticket included
Your tour manager/driver meets you at 9:00 am in front of Platform 16 at Florence’s train station or from your Hotel. Our first stop is San Gimignano, where you have two free hours to explore this beautiful medieval town, enjoy its charming artisan shops, or view its fabulous Renaissance and contemporary art. At midday, our tour manager takes you to a local farmhouse where you can have lunch and perhaps sample Vernaccia, San Gimignano’s renowned white wine. Indeed, Vernaccia di San Gimignano features among the top wines of Tuscany. After lunch, we proceed to beautiful Siena, where you have until 5:00 pm to visit this magnificent ancient town on your own. Feeling energetic? Climb the Torre del Mangia’s 400-plus steps for a superb 360-degree view over the city. ( Not included service). Marvel at The Duomo’s distinctive black and white marble. Your driver returns you to your new home, a fantastic B&B located in one of the most beautiful Borgo of Italy
Day 2: Chianti Classico Region
Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana
9h
Chianti Wine Tour (B,L,D) Wine aficionados, this day is for you. We devote today entirely to food and wine. We visit three wineries and cellars to learn the history and secrets of Chianti’s famous wine. Not only will you discover the differences between each winery but you will also sample the region’s delicious extra-virgin olive oil. Once we have sampled Chianti’s delectable offerings, we progress to Greve, home to Tuscany’s most famous butcher and deli shop, and the ideal place for you to buy the highest-quality products in the region. Dinner at the accommodation
Day 3: Hot Spring & Val D'orcia
Val D'Orcia
9h · Admission ticket included
Hot springs and Val d’Orcia. How better to wind up your Tuscan experience? After breakfast, pack your things and get ready for full immersion and relaxation at the magnificent outdoor hot springs at San Filippo. Escape to another world in these woods and admire their waterfalls and small pools. Continue deeper into the woods until you reach the ‘White Whale,’ the 48°C hot spring, or carry on walking to the rest of the pools. Enjoy your free time in this tiny village. We end the day by driving through the stunning landscapes of the Val d’Orcia region, visiting a medieval village, such as Montalcino or Montepulciano. Your tour concludes at 5:00 pm when your driver/ tour manager returns you to Santa Maria Novella station in Florence.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Beginning of the platform 16, front Mc donald, inside the main station of Florence
End point
Beginning of the platform 16, front Mc donald, inside the main station of Florence
Additional information
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Minimum age is 18 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
