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San Gimignano, known as the "city of beautiful towers," had 72 towers in its heyday. Now 14 remain, and, rising above Tuscany's Elsa Valley, they make the town look like a medieval dreamscape. Take in the fresco-covered Collegiate Church, the Civic Museum and the views from atop 177-foot Torre Grossa. Daytrippers from Florence tend to fill up the streets during the day, so for a more up-close-and-personal look at the town, spend the night.
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1. Traditional Cooking Class in San Gimignano
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
During this hands on lesson, we will share some traditional recipes we always seen in our families. Antipasti with a varietal of bruschette and cheese, meat ragù, handmade pasta (tagliatelle, gnocchi and more) and tiramisù are the dishes we'll prepare and eat together. Our cooking classes start at 10 am from Tuesday to Friday and last four/five hours.
Inclusions: All utensils needed for food preparations and cooking, pasta machine., Lunch with food prepared together during the class.
Exclusions: Private transportation, Gratuity
Reviewed By MLH96
After a morning trip to San Gimignano town, we rolled ourselves down the hill and parked up at the picturesque, tranquil setting that is Guardastelle. We were greeted by a charming gardener who escorted us to our host, Rica. Rica was just wonderful, full of knowledge and made the tour really fun and interesting. The tour was followed by the tasting with lunch, which was delicious! Couldn't fault a thing and would highly suggest this to anyone looking for a perfect afternoon...and of course fabulous wine. Guidelines for COVID-19 were also fully met with mask wearing a must. Thank you Rica!!
2. Private Wine and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take a break in a family farm surrounded by the flavors of the Tuscan products. Dive into the green shades of our vineyard and olive groves with a private and exclusive tour together with a family member. Enjoy a full wine tasting and olive oil tasting in a rustic house that overlooks the green Tuscan hills. All our organic wines and olive oils come straight from the winery’s own vineyards and olive trees. We are just a few minutes’ walk from San Gimignano town center, with a stunning view on the Tuscan countryside and the Medieval towers of the town. An Italian or English-speaking member of the family will guide you in the experience with a professional and family warm welcome.
Inclusions: Bottled water
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By gtravelbug15
We had the best day of our vacation, at the Marronaia winery. The hospitality of all the staff made us feel welcome and like family. Learning to make authentic pizza and Prosecco gelato was a memory to take home with us. Wine tasting and olive oil tasting has committed us to staying in touch with the family and winery. I now order their wines regularly that get shipped to the states with absolutely no glitches. My all time favorite is the Sparkling Rose' called Quarzo. Whenever I share it with friends, they want more of it. I'm a little embarrassed to say how many cases I've ordered in a short amount of time. It really is that good!! We also love their olive oil. The fond memories of our day at the winery is calling us back to revisit the experience. Thank you to the family that cares to make their guests experience memorable, leaving with fondness in their hearts to return.
3. Tuscany Experience in Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Your day starts in the morning with a free tour of Pisa, where you will have time to admire the magnificent cathedral, the baptistery, the monumental cemetery and the famous Leaning tower of Pisa. Afterwards, we'll move in a Typical Winery in the Chianti Hills, on the slopes of San Gimignano, where we will enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch with a good local wine tasting. After lunch you discover, San Gimignano: the Medieval Mahanattan, where you can explore the maze of cobbled streets, small squares and many local craft stores. Our exciting day continues with a panoramic view of the true Chianti countryside before arriving in Siena, where our professional guide will let you discover the most important squares, from Piazza del Campo to the Cathedral passing through the most beautiful ‘Contrade’ that characterize this city. At the end of the guided tour, you will have free time to enjoy a cup of coffee or the Pan Forte (the typical local cake) and have some shopping in typical local shops.
Inclusions: Transfer with equipped GT bus with conditioned air , Expert multilingual excort ( not for Private Transfer Only ) , Free time in Pisa and San Gimignano , Guided Tour in Siena ( not for Low Cost, Private Transfer Only and Private & Lunch ) + Free Time , Lunch in a typical winery in the Chianti area ( not for Private Transfer Only ), Tasting of 3 Wines and Olive Oil ( not for Private Transfer Only ) , Cantuccini tasting (typical Tuscan biscuits) ( not for Private Transfer Only ) , Wi-Fi on board the bus
Exclusions: Pick up service ( For Private Tour, you can ask for it, if the hotel is in city centre )
Reviewed By RobbieFPB
Wish we had read the reviews before booking. Palermo is quite small and most the main sights are very central, so you don’t really need a bus tour. However, even if you are not keen on walking, the bus tour will be of little use, as the advertised ‘hop on, hop off, every 20 minutes’ is simply untrue. The bus only arrives every 90 minutes (we lunched in a restaurant next to the stop we alighted from and that was the time gap). In addition, there is no access to a live map for bus arrivals, so you have no idea when the next bus will arrive. In a nutshell, it’s a rip off.
4. PRIVATE Full-Day Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti from Florence
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
• EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR PRIVATE GROUP • With this fascinating tour you will discover a unique part of Tuscany in a private day-trip from Florence. With an expert local driver/guide, immerse yourself in the renowned Chianti wine region and explore the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. You will tour historic landmarks such as Piazza del Campo in Siena, home to the annual Palio, and the medieval towers of San Gimignano. Add an optional, unforgettable lunch to savor traditional Tuscan wines and specialties in a local organic farm or winery! • 8/9-hr Full-Day private tour of Tuscany • Visit the medieval cities of Monteriggioni, San Gimignano and Siena • Hear live commentary of the wine cellars by your guide • Taste Craft Chianti Classico wine at a local vineyard • Pick-up and drop-off at your Hotel or at the address provided • Travel in a Mercedes-Benz minivan
Inclusions: Pick-up and drop-off at your selected hotel/location (in Downtown Florence), Private transportation by Mercedes-Benz MiniVan, Air-Conditioned, English-speaking licensed driver, Free time in Siena and San Gimignano, Unlimited cold mineral water , On-Board WiFi
Exclusions: Local guides in Siena and San Gimignano, Lunch in farm or winery available at an extra cost 25€pp to 50€pp, depending on option chosen, Entrance fees (Cathedral of Siena ia approx. 7€ pp.)
Reviewed By Gabriel S
This was our 2nd private tour that we did through Uniquetuscany (2017/2020). Our guide, Alessandro was very specific to the covid restrictions and offered us new masks during the day! He did a wonderful job explaining the history of the towns. Our highlight was the visit to Tuscany organic farm where we had our lunch with amazing view. We stopped at Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa. There was a lot of walking and moving from in and out of the minivan so make sure you wear comfortable shoes. I definitely recommend this tour while visiting Florence since you get a lot of history while on the minivan to each town. Just not enough time in all the towns but 10 hours is a long day! still worth the trip! Highly recommended..
5. Private Chianti Wine Tour with Lunch, a Visit of San Gimignano, Organic Wineries
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 276 reviews
Private Tour. First we tour vineyards and cellar of an organic farm in the heart of the Chianti region, receiving an up close look at the production and ageing process of the Chianti wines and learning about the secrets of the extra virgin olive oil making. This experience includes a wine tasting and the opportunity to buy for cheap the best tuscan wines. Our trip continues on to the medieval town of San Gimignano, where you will also have the chance to try the famous world champion Dondoli gelato. We then move on to a second winery where we enjoy an authentic tuscan lunch, combined to a wine tasting class. A fine selection of Tuscan wines are presented by a wine expert to be paired with antipasti toscani, ribollita soup, lasagna with truffle olive oil and more.. On our way back we stop at Piazzale Michelangelo, in the top ten of the most romantic spots in Europe.
Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned confortable minivan, Lunch, Wine tastings, A visit of two wineries, Private wine tour, Live commentary on board, A visit of San Gimignano, A visit of Michelangelo Square
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By KFDOCTOR
Your trip to Tuscany is incomplete if you do not go on this tour !! Amazing selection of Wines and Cheese. You are served some great food and the scenery is out of the world. Do not miss San gimignano you will get to taste the world's best gelato !!
6. Private Tour: Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti Day Trip from Florence
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 48 reviews
*Experience for your private party* Explore the art, culture and medieval history of Italy on this private 8/9-hour tour. Discover the delights of Tuscany on a private day trip from Florence. With a knowledgeable English-speaking private driver, travel through the renowned Chianti wine region to visit the towns of Siena, the fortress of Monteriggioni and San Gimignano. See world-famous landmarks like Siena’s Piazza del Campo, home to the annual Palio horserace, and the medieval hilltop towers of San Gimignano. • Our drivers are all extremely familiar with Tuscany and with the main destinations. They will always share historical information, curiosities and traditions about the area of the sightseeing and they are available at any needs. * With agreements during the reservation we can organize lunch in wine cellars or in the farms. This is a highly recommended experience, especially for the wine lover.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Florence, Private luxury minivan, Bottled water, Onboard Wi-Fi (on request at reservation), Our drivers are all extremely familiar with Tuscany and with the main destinations in Italy. They will always share information, curiosities and traditions about the area of the sightseeing and they are available at any needs., Spanish-, Portuguese- or French-speaking driver upon request
Exclusions: Lunch in winery or farm. (to decide at the time of briefing in the morning with your driver), Guide city tour (you will find the complete tour with private guide in Siena on viator with this code 23322P50)
Reviewed By Laurettab1974
We had a fab day! Our driver, Massimo was great! Very engaging, informative and made so enjoyable trip. Satisfied and exceeded our expectations Not only the tour through Tuscany was beautiful and the wine delicious, but above all Max made the whole experience unique! I recommend ChiantiDrivers to anyone! I highly recommend it.
7. Vineyard Tour and Tasting with Lunch or Dinner
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 22 reviews
Treat yourself with a delightful Tuscan experience. Dive into the green shades of our vineyard and olive groves with a private and exclusive tour together with a family member. After the winery visit, you will have a 4 courses Tuscan lunch and a wine tasting with 4-5 organic wines that come straight from the winery's own vineyards and the chance to taste all our extra virgin olive oils surrounded by a spectacular Tuscan setting. We are just a few minutes’ walk from San Gimignano town center, with a stunning view on the Tuscan countryside and the Medieval towers of the town. An Italian or English-speaking member of the family will guide you in the experience with a professional and family warm welcome.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Wine tasting
Exclusions: Transportation to and from attractions, Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Reviewed By gtravelbug15
We had the best day of our vacation, at the Marronaia winery. The hospitality of all the staff made us feel welcome and like family. Learning to make authentic pizza and Prosecco gelato was a memory to take home with us. Wine tasting and olive oil tasting has committed us to staying in touch with the family and winery. I now order their wines regularly that get shipped to the states with absolutely no glitches. My all time favorite is the Sparkling Rose' called Quarzo. Whenever I share it with friends, they want more of it. I'm a little embarrassed to say how many cases I've ordered in a short amount of time. It really is that good!! We also love their olive oil. The fond memories of our day at the winery is calling us back to revisit the experience. Thank you to the family that cares to make their guests experience memorable, leaving with fondness in their hearts to return.
8. Private Home Made Pasta Cooking Class in Tuscany
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 21 reviews
.Set up your private 2-hour pasta-making class, which offers a relaxed and respectful environment to learn Tuscan culinary secrets. Enjoy your wonderful creations of three types of pasta for lunch for dinner, followed by tastings of 15 products including wine, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Through the assistance of a professional English-speaking chef, you will learn everything there is to know about fresh homemade pasta. Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included
Inclusions: Wine tasting, Free parking, 3-course dinner or lunch, Professional chef
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By AndreaL149
I cannot say enough good things about our experiences with the Tenuto Torciano Winery. Two years ago, during our trip through Tuscany, we spent an afternoon drinking wine and eating lasagna in their tasting room... one of the highlights of our trip. This past week, we were thrilled to welcome Paolo into our dining room (via Zoom) for an online wine tasting. Tenuto Torciano sent the wine and Paolo walked us through it... so fun and quite delicious! Even though it was 1:00 a.m. in Italy, Paolo was warm and witty... knowledgeable... and so proud of his family's business.
9. Tuscany in One Day Sightseeing Tour from Florence
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4.8 based on 8,621 reviews
Famous for a wealth of art, history, striking landscapes and outstanding produce, Tuscany really does have the best of all worlds! With only a day to spare, see the best Tuscany has to offer on this full-day guided coach trip from Florence.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Detailed maps of all destinations visited, 3-course lunch at a wine estate (not included in the tour option without lunch), Wine tasting (not included in the tour option without lunch), Free time to explore the towns at your own pace
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By katiegN3709NB
Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)
10. Siena and San Gimignano: Small-Group Tour with Lunch from Florence
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 243 reviews
Enjoy the high quality of this small-group tour - the perfect experience in order to discover art, history, landscapes, food and wine in a comfortable and relaxed way with more personalized attention of a small group. Depart from Florence, see the highlights of Siena through the eyes of a licensed guide, admire the marvelous Tuscan landscape, taste genuine Tuscan food paired with great wines, and finish your day relaxing in the hill top village of San Gimignano.
Inclusions: Small group day trip to Siena and San Gimignano from Florence, Professional and informative English speaking guide + driver, Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned minibus or minivan (Mercedes or similar) with free wi-fi, Guided walking tour of Siena highlights + free time in Siena, Entrance fees to visit the interiors of the Siena Cathedral (if option reserved), Lunch at a Tuscan winery, paired with their excellent red wines, Free time in San Gimignano
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities
Reviewed By Alli S
We did a private wine country tour with Francesco in October 2019 (it has taken me entirely too long to write this review). We had a great time with Francesco. He is so personable and was so much fun to spend the day with. Ask him to tell you the story of why there are black roosters on Chianti Classico wine bottles. Francesco is very professional, was able to accommodate a change in plans based on our preferences, and delivered top-notch service throughout the day. If (when) we go back to Florence, we will be giving Francesco a call!
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