PRIVATE EXCURSION: Volterra & San Gimignano + wine tastings (from Livorno Port)

We will pick you up at Livorno Cruise Terminal for a private and exclusive tour through the gentle hills of Tuscany. Our first stop is Volterra for a self-guided visit (approx. 1.5 hours). This walled hilltop city is one of Tuscany’s most enchanting towns, built on the site of one of the Twelve Cities of the ancient Etruscan civilization. Many of its original gates still stand, and the town features a museum full of Etruscan and Roman relics. Top sights in Volterra include: • Roman Amphitheater • Medici Fortress • Town Hall • Main Square with the Cathedral and the stunning octagonal Baptistery This private and exclusive experience ensures you explore Volterra at your own pace, enjoying the history and charm of one of Tuscany’s most authentic towns.

After visiting Volterra, we will drive along the famous Chianti Wine Road, through the gentle Tuscan hills, olive groves, cypress trees, and vineyards, up to the charming medieval town of San Gimignano. The tour continues to a typical Tuscan farm, where you will enjoy a traditional 3-course lunch paired with 5 local wine tastings, for an authentic experience in the heart of Tuscany. • Scenic drive through the Chianti hills • Visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano • Traditional 3-course Tuscan lunch • Tasting of 5 local wines • Stunning views of vineyards and olive groves

This charming family-run Tuscan farm is situated in an incredible panoramic location, offering breathtaking views of the famous towers of San Gimignano. The farm celebrates the rich Italian food and wine culture, providing an authentic experience in the heart of Tuscany. Enjoy a homemade 3-course Tuscan lunch, carefully prepared with traditional local ingredients, paired with 5 exceptional Tuscan wines. Discover the perfect combinations of food and wine in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Experience Includes: • 3-course homemade Tuscan lunch: Bruschettas, fresh pasta, cold cuts, salami, prosciutto and Pecorino cheese. • Wine tastings: Chianti, Chianti Riserva, Sangiovese, Vernaccia, and Super Tuscan • Extra virgin olive oil tastings: 5 varieties, including truffle-infused oils • Balsamic vinegar tastings: 3 types, showcasing traditional flavors A truly authentic Italian experience to savor the best of Tuscany while enjoying stunning views of San Gimignano.

After a delicious Tuscan lunch, continue to the charming medieval town of San Gimignano for a self-guided visit (approx. 1 hour) to discover its magnificent towers and historic streets. Known as the “Town of Fine Towers”, San Gimignano is a walled hill town near Siena. During the Middle Ages, it had over 70 towers, and today it is a living open-air museum, where visitors can step back in time to experience medieval Tuscany. • Magnificent medieval towers and historic streets • Local specialties such as saffron and the famous Golden Ham • The renowned white wine Vernaccia di San Gimignano, made from ancient Vernaccia grapes grown on the sandstone hillsides • Artisan shops showcasing handcrafted Tuscan masterpieces • Award-winning gelato at Gelateria Dondoli in the main square The tour concludes with a comfortable return to Livorno Port around 5:00 PM, after a day full of Tuscan culture, history, and authentic flavors.