About this tour
Slip out of Florence for a five-and-a-half-hour morning jaunt through Chianti's vine-striped countryside. You'll visit two working wineries for guided tastings spanning eight wines, paired with regional produce—cheese, cured meats, olive oil, bruschetta. Expert winemakers walk you through their craft before you wander San Gimignano's medieval towers and cobbled lanes on your own. An air-conditioned coach handles the driving; WiFi keeps you connected throughout.
Highlights
- Eight Chianti and regional wines tasted across two producers
- Local cheese, salami, olive oil and bruschetta pairings
- Behind-the-scenes winery tours with working vintners
- Free afternoon exploring San Gimignano's walled village
- Roundtrip coach from Florence, no self-driving required
- Translators available for French, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin
What to expect
You'll board a coach in Florence and roll through Tuscan hills lined with vineyards and olive trees. At each of two wineries, a guide leads you through cellars or vineyards, explaining how Chianti gets made, then pours eight wines—reds, whites, possibly a Vin Santo or rosé—each paired with local tastes. The pace is leisurely; no rushing between pours. After the tastings wrap, you're deposited in San Gimignano with a few hours to wander its towers, grab lunch, browse artisan shops, or simply sit in a piazza. The coach collects you for the return to Florence by early afternoon.
Good to know
Under-18s receive non-alcoholic alternatives to wine. Children in prams are welcome; infant car seats available on request. The coach has WiFi throughout. Wear comfortable shoes for uneven medieval streets in San Gimignano. Tips aren't included—optional only.
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.