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Siena and Chianti
Enjoy this private Siena and Chianti day trip and soak in the art, history, food, and culture of two of Tuscany’s locations.
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- Partake in an intriguing walking tour of Siena with an English-speaking expert guide
- See classic sites like the Palazzo Pubblico in the Piazza del Campo, and climb the Cathedral of Siena wall for a panoramic view
- Savor a typical meal of the area, recommended by your expert guide
- Visit a nearby winery to sample Chianti wines, and try some local cheeses and olive oils
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Siena and Chianti Day Trip
Discover all that Siena has to offer on a walking tour with an English-speaking guide during this Siena and Chianti day trip. See the most talked about, classic sites like the Palazzo Pubblico in the Piazza del Campo, where the famous “Palio” (“Horserace”) takes place, and the Cathedral of Siena, with its massive, unfinished walls which you can walk along to experience a panoramic view of Tuscany. Then indulge in a classic meal of Siena, of course recommended by your expert guide. As you depart Siena you will take in majestic scenes of Tuscany, with rolling hills of vineyards and olive trees, castles and charming stone towns where terracotta jars give off the intoxicating scent of olive oil. On our way, we will stop at a nearby winery to sample some Chianti wines, and explore the area tasting gourmet cheeses and olive oils. Afterwards continue wandering through charming hill towns such as Radda and Greve.
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