Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti Wines Day Tour from Florence

Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal early in the morning. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from the Santa Maria Novella train station. Hop on the comfortable coach bus, choose your seat, and relax before departing on your journey! The drive to Monteriggioni will take about one hour. During the journey, your guide will entertain you with plenty of interesting information about Tuscany and its sights on the way. Upon arrival, your expert guide will share some interesting information and fun stories about Monteriggioni! If you have any questions, your guide will be there to assist you.

After about 40 minutes by bus, arrive in Monteriggioni, a charming medieval fortress set atop a hill. Enjoy 45 minutes of free time to stroll through the village squares and soak up its timeless atmosphere. Guests may also choose to walk along the fortress walls (optional, extra cost).

Continue to Siena, one of Tuscany’s most beautiful historic cities. Guests who select the Classic Tour option will enjoy a 1-hour guided walking tour with a professional guide, focusing on the city’s main highlights (exterior visits only). Guests with the Semi-Independent option will have approximately 2.5 hours of free time to explore Siena at their own pace.

During the guided tour, admire Piazza del Campo from the outside, one of Europe’s most stunning medieval squares. Your guide will explain its unique shell shape and its role as the setting of the famous Palio horse race, as well as the exterior of the Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del Mangia.

The final stop of the Siena visit is the Siena Cathedral, admired from the outside. Learn about this magnificent example of Italian Gothic architecture, renowned for its intricate marble façade.

After lunch, travel on to San Gimignano, the medieval town famous for its skyline of towers. Enjoy free time to wander through its cobblestone streets, browse local shops, or relax with a coffee in one of the charming squares.

During your free time, you may choose to visit the Collegiata, the town’s main church, known for its well-preserved frescoes and Romanesque architecture (entrance optional).

ateria Dondoli, an award-winning gelato shop located in the main square. This is a great opportunity to taste some of Italy’s most renowned artisanal gelato (not included in the tour price).

End the day at a delightful wine estate in the heart of the Chianti region. Here, a wine host will guide you through a tasting of three Chianti wines, accompanied by light snacks, offering a perfect taste of the Tuscan countryside.