Tuscany Semi-Private Olive Oil Cheese Factory Lunch San Gimignano

Duration7h - 8h

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LanguagesEnglish, Italian, Spanish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Explore the heart of the Tuscan countryside on this delightful tour that combines cheese, olive oil, and medieval charm. Visit a family-run farmhouse, where you'll discover the art of cheese-making and enjoy a tasting of high-quality cow and goat's milk cheeses. Stroll through the picturesque streets of San Gimignano, learning about its rich history and indulging in a gelato (not included) made with fresh milk produced by the farmhouse visited int he morning. Alternatively, opt for a visit to the enchanting village of Certaldo. Conclude your day at a family-run olive oil mill, where you'll learn about olive oil production and enjoy a light lunch with an informative and delicious olive oil tasting.

- Discover the art of cheese-making at a family-run farmhouse
- Stroll through the medieval streets of San Gimignano or Certaldo
- Indulge in a light lunch and olive oil tasting at the mill

What's included

Roundtrip transportation from our meeting point in Florence on an 8-seater A/C minivan or a 4-seater A/C car. Pick up at at the accommodation in Florence city centre available upon request.
Informative English/Italian/Spanish speaking tour guide/driver
Visit to a family-run cheese farmhouse
Typical Tuscan light lunch with wine pairing and olive oil tasting
Guided visit to San Gimignano or to Certaldo
Visit to a family-run olive oil mill
Cheese tasting

Pick up at your accommodation outside of Florence city centre

What to expect

2h · Admission ticket included

The organic farm of Poggio di Camporbiano produces a variety of delicious cheeses and other products since 1988. The guide will introduces you to the Byodinamic Agricolture, a method that consider the whole farm as a living organism and tries to build a harmonious and balanced ecosystem. You will also visit the cows shed and the goat sheepfold. The visit will finish with a delectable tasting of healthy cheeses of their production.
San Gimignano
1h

A guided tour will give you information about this medieval gem, aka the "Medieval Manhattan" for its numerous medieval towers, still intact. Free time to wander in the narrow streets and to shop will be available too. If you feel peckish, you can opt for a stop at Dondoli, Worldwide gelato championship winner, and indulge in its delicious gelati made with the fresh milk produced by the farmhouse just visited (gelato not included).

If you prefer a more off-the-beaten path experience, we'd suggest the visit of another medieval beauty, the village of Certaldo, that will enchant you with its history and buildings.
Gambassi Terme
3h

Close to Gambassi Terme we will visit the family-run Nencioni olive oil mill. Here we'll uncover the secrets to produce a high-quality, flavorful olive oil, visit the farm and the olive groves. Upon request, a walk among the olive groves can be arranged. You'll also have the chance to learn how to taste olive oil during an informative and enjoyable tasting and light lunch.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

in front of cafè Gamberini, just 10 minutes walking from Santa Maria Novella train station. Your tour guide will be wearing clothe with our Fun in Tuscany branding.
Pick up at the accommodation in Florence city centre available upon request.

End point

in front of cafè Gamberini, just 10 minutes walking from Santa Maria Novella train station. Your tour guide will be wearing clothe with our Fun in Tuscany branding.
Pick up at the accommodation in Florence city centre available upon request.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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