About this tour
A nine-hour private tour threading Florence's Renaissance heart with Chianti's wine country and medieval San Gimignano. Start at Piazzale Michelangelo for sweeping city views, then wander Florence's historic core past Ponte Vecchio and Palazzo Pitti. Drive into Chianti's cypress-studded hills to a working farm for a three-course Tuscan lunch paired with five regional wines. Finish exploring San Gimignano's tower-topped streets before returning to Florence.
Highlights
- Piazzale Michelangelo panorama over Florence's terracotta rooftops
- Private car through Chianti vineyards and rolling Tuscan countryside
- Three-course farm lunch with house-made pasta and local cheeses
- Five wine tastings: Chianti Rosso, Riserva, Vernaccia, Super Tuscan, Brunello
- Medieval San Gimignano with its signature tower skyline
- Air-conditioned vehicle with specialist local driver throughout
What to expect
Your day begins with a guided walk through Florence's major plazas and bridges, soaking in Renaissance architecture. From there, your driver handles the scenic ninety-minute route into Chianti, stopping at a family farm for a leisurely lunch featuring house-made lasagna, cured meats, pecorino, and olive oil tastings alongside five distinct wines. You'll spend the afternoon in San Gimignano exploring narrow medieval lanes and sampling local gelato. Expect a relaxed pace—this is about savouring each location rather than ticking boxes. The entire journey is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.
Good to know
Bottled water is provided throughout. Specialised infant seats and pram-friendly transport are available. The farm lunch is hearty; eat lightly beforehand if wine tasting on a full stomach concerns you. Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestone streets in Florence and San Gimignano. Five wine tastings means pace yourself if driving isn't your responsibility.
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