Visit two highlights of Tuscany, the charming cities of Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni, on an action-packed day trip from Florence. After traveling through the gorgeous Chianti countryside, visit the old town of Siena with its historic city centre ... More info ›
Visit two highlights of Tuscany, the charming cities of Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni, on an action-packed day trip from Florence. After traveling through the gorgeous Chianti countryside, visit the old town of Siena with its historic city centre. Learn about Siena’s famous 'contrades' neighborhoods on a visit to one of the city's contrada museums, and then head to San Gimignano. Round out your day by visiting ancient cellars and sampling delicious local wine and snacks with a stop in a typical winery and then in the Chianti area.
NEW TOUR EDITION starting from November 1, 2019 with Lunch included
Itinerary
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Stop At: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, Piazza del Duomo 2, 53037, San Gimignano Italy
Chianti Hill Top medieval Village, famous also for its towers
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piazza del Campo, 53100, Siena Italy
Guided tour of the historic center, starting from its most beautiful square, Piazza del Campo, of which the Palazzo Pubblico (Town Hall) is the focal point and a pleasant walk through the narrow medieval streets of the city, flanked by splendid palaces and historic shops
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Palio di Siena, Piazza del Campo, Siena Italy
The “Contrade” (districts into which the city is divided) are the real core of local social life, where inhabitants of each district compete with each other, as they devote themselves to the preparation of the famous Palio horse-race. The Museum of a ”Contrada”, as well as its Oratory, is therefore the heart of the district. It is an intimate and secret place containing historical documents and wonderful relics of the famous Palio, as well as magnificent works of art, which are normally not disclosed to the public
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Duomo di Siena, Piazza del Duomo 8, 53100, Siena Italy
The spectacular Cathedral of the 12th century, of which we can admire the magnificent architecture and the splendor of the polychrome marbles. Interior visit depending on the selected option.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Roma 15 Castello di Monteriggioni, 53035, Monteriggioni Italy
The charming historical hamlet of Monteriggioni, an amazing small medieval village enclosed by its famous walls, which remained standing to this day
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Chianti Road, Italy
Then crossing the gently Chianti rolling hills, we will arrive to a cozy Winery, where taste four fantastic wines and sampling balsamic vinegar and “zero food miles” products , to end this memorable experience in the heart of Tuscany with delicious Tuscan flavors
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Piazza della Cisterna, Piazza Della Cisterna, San Gimignano Italy
Not-to be missed during your free time in San Gimignano
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: San Gimignano Bell Tower, Piazza del Duomo, 53037, San Gimignano Italy
Not-to-be-missed during your free time in San Gimignano
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, Piazza Salimbeni 3, 53100, Siena Italy
external visit not-to-be-missed during your free time in Siena
Duration: 5 minutes
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