Chianti and San Gimignano
Enjoy this private Chianti and San Gimignano day trip with a expert, licensed guide in San Gimignano and a luxury Mercedes with driver.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- See key points of medieval San Gimignano such as the Duomo, “Palazzo della Podesta” and the top of the ancient walls for a panoramic view
- Explore at your leisure with some free time or shop for souvenirs or have a light lunch and some gelato
- Drive along the winding “Wine Road” through olive groves and vineyards
- Visit Panzano, Greve and a historic castle and wine estate for a tasting of wine, cheese and olive oil to finish the day
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Chianti and San Gimignano Day Trip
Begin your Chianti and San Gimignano day trip in San Gimignano where a guide will introduce you to the “town of the 100 towers.” After visiting the Duomo and “Palazzo della Podesta”, finish at the very top of the ancient walls for a panoramic view of Chianti. Then have some free time for a light lunch and exploration, do some people-watching in the piazzas or shop for souvenirs of foods, wine or Italian ceramics. Taste the best gelato in Tuscany before departing into the heart of the Chianti and Gallo Nero area along the “Wine Road”, winding between olive groves and vineyards through deep hills and valleys. Next visit an enoteca to try some of the popular Vernaccia wines of the area before continuing on to Panzano and Greve while your expert guide brings the past to life with incredible stories. End the day in a stunning castle and historic wine estate where you can taste great wines with some local cheese and olive oils.
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| Duration | 8 hours |
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| Includes | English-speaking licensed guide in San Gimignano, Luxurious air-conditioned Mercedes vehicle with English-speaking driver, Private wine and olive oil tasting |
| Excludes | Entrance fees, Meals, Price may change for a different pick up/drop off location |
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