About this tour
A private eight-hour drive through Chianti's countryside takes you past cypress avenues and medieval hilltop towns to San Gimignano, famous for its tower-lined skyline and crisp Vernaccia wine. You'll lunch at a family-run farm with homemade pasta and local cheeses, then taste wines across two separate cellars, sampling Chianti, Sangiovese and Super Tuscan varieties alongside regional food traditions.
Highlights
- San Gimignano's ancient towers and medieval streets
- Vernaccia tasting at source, the distinctive white wine
- Homemade pasta and Pecorino cheese at working farm
- Two separate wine estates with distinct production methods
- Olive groves and vineyard views throughout the day
- Air-conditioned transport with knowledgeable local driver
What to expect
Your driver collects you from your accommodation and navigates through Tuscany's signature landscape—terraced vineyards, mature olive trees and those iconic dark cypress lines marking property boundaries. The drive itself is the draw here; you'll stop to admire San Gimignano's fortified towers before arriving at a traditional working farm for lunch. Expect a three-course meal made from regional ingredients, eaten communally. The afternoon splits between two separate cellars where you'll taste four or five distinct wines. There's walking involved but nothing strenuous; mostly you're standing and sipping.
Good to know
Book ahead if travelling with small children—infant seats and pram access are available. The eight hours includes drive time, so actual tasting and eating spans roughly four hours. Wear comfortable shoes for farm visits. All meals and wines are included; bring sun protection for the vehicle stops.
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