A tour of the beautiful Chianti countryside and breath-taking towns of Siena and San Gimignano
Every day - Approx: 11 hours
The first stop during our trip is San Gimignano, one of the most splendid examples of medieval towns and declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco. The town, famous for its wine, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, saffron and the precious Santa Fina pottery, will meet your eye in the early morning. The guide will accompany you to every corner of the town characterised by beautiful piazzas, buildings, churches and suggestive alleyways. The day will continue with the tour of Siena where you will be enchanted by the architectural styles of the Cathedral (interior) and of the Palazzo Comunale (Municipal Building) in Piazza del Campo, the stage of the famous Palio race. In the afternoon we will tour the Chianti classico area with its charming scenic views. The Chianti area in Tuscany is renowned as the most beautiful countryside in the world. Famous for wines it enchants every visitor with the beauty of its mediaeval hill-towns, castles, stone farmhouses and breath-taking landscapes. After a stop at the hamlet of Castellina in Chianti you will have the pleasure of tasting some of the best wines of Tuscany. A rich snack based on sliced cold meats, bruschettas, salami and cheeses will accompany the sampling.
If you would like to book this tour or you would like us to arrange any customised tour for you, please call one of our dedicated team on 0844 993 4139 or Click here to send us an enquiry.
