About this tour
Spend five hours exploring Chianti's wine country and medieval villages on this half-day Tuscan excursion from Florence. You'll be collected from your accommodation, driven to a family-run winery for tastings and lunch, then guided through San Gimignano—a hilltop town bristling with towers and surrounded by vineyard-draped countryside. The route includes a photographic stop at a Florence viewpoint before returning to the city.
Highlights
- Wine tasting at independent family winery in Chianti region
- Traditional home-cooked meal paired with local wines
- Walking hour through San Gimignano's medieval streets
- Independent shopping time in artisan boutiques
- Panoramic Florence viewpoint stop on return journey
What to expect
Your driver collects you early morning and heads south into Chianti. At the winery—family-operated, not a corporate estate—you'll taste several vintages and eat lunch prepared on-site using seasonal ingredients. Expect a relaxed pace; this isn't a rushed tasting but a genuine local experience. Afterwards, you're driven to San Gimignano, where you have roughly an hour to wander the compact medieval centre. The town sits high on a ridge; bring comfortable walking shoes for the cobbled streets and occasional slopes. On the drive back to Florence, you'll pause at a lookout point for final photographs before arriving back at your hotel.
Good to know
Wine tasting and lunch are not included in the tour price—budget accordingly. The vehicle is air-conditioned and suitable for all fitness levels; prams and infant seats are available if needed. English commentary is provided during transfers.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.