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Siena & San Gimignano: Wine, Lunch & Tuscan Views!
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Overview
Visit Siena & San Gimignano with Lunch & Wine Tasting Experience. This full-day bus tour takes visitors through the beautiful Chianti hills, filled with cypress trees, vineyards, and old villages. It's a great way to see the real Tuscany!
Travelers will start their day with a ride to Siena, a city known for its amazing buildings and the Piazza del Campo, its main square. Siena's old city center is even a UNESCO World Heritage Site! After exploring Siena, the tour heads to a real Tuscan farm. Here, guests will learn how wine is made and enjoy a tasty lunch with homemade pasta and five different wine tastings. Then, the adventure continues to San Gimignano, where you can see its famous towers and explore the historical center.
This tour includes a local expert driver, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, lunch, and alcoholic beverages. Everything not listed is excluded. This is a private sightseeing tour of Tuscan Countryside, Siena, Family-Run Tuscan Winery, and San Gimignano. 
Highlights
Explore Siena's Historic Center: See the stunning architecture and famous Piazza del Campo in Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Taste Tuscan Wines: Enjoy a guided tasting of five local wines at a family-run winery.
Lunch at a Tuscan Farm: Savor a delicious homemade pasta lunch at a traditional Tuscan farmhouse.
Discover San Gimignano's Towers: Visit the historical center of San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally had a wonderful experience, praising the beautiful locations, excellent food and wine, and the friendly and knowledgeable driver. Some wished for more time at each stop and a slightly improved lunch.
Customers loved the beautiful scenery and the charming towns visited.
Many reviewers highlighted the delicious lunch and wine tasting experience at the Tuscan farm.
The driver was frequently praised for being knowledgeable, friendly, and punctual.
The small group size was appreciated, as it allowed for a more personalized experience.
Some felt that the time spent in each location was too short.
A few customers mentioned that the lunch, while enjoyable, could have been better.
The Journey
Tuscan Countryside
Begin your adventure with a scenic drive through the idyllic Tuscan countryside. Traverse the winding roads through the Siena hills, where picturesque landscapes unfold with olive groves, cypress trees, and vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see. This route, famed as one of Tuscany's most beautiful wine roads, offers a sensory feast of sights, sounds, and scents, setting the stage for an immersive cultural experience.
Siena
Discover Siena, a historic city and UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its stunning architecture and vibrant cultural heritage. Explore the iconic Piazza del Campo, the city's main public space, celebrated for its unique shell shape and the historic Palio horse race held twice yearly. Wander through the narrow, winding streets, visit the Duomo (Siena Cathedral), and explore the Baptistery, immersing yourself in the rich history and artistic beauty of this medieval gem. Don't miss Via di Città, one of the main thoroughfares, to experience the city's lively atmosphere.
Family-Run Tuscan Winery
Indulge in an authentic Tuscan culinary experience at a family-run winery nestled amidst the Chianti hills. Savor a traditional lunch featuring homemade pasta, bruschetta, pecorino cheese, and locally produced extra virgin olive oil, all prepared with organic and natural methods. Complement your meal with a tasting of exquisite Tuscan wines, including Chianti Colli Senesi and Vernaccia white wine, expertly paired to enhance the flavors. Enjoy panoramic views of the Chianti hills and San Gimignano while sampling different qualities of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, for a true taste of Tuscan hospitality and tradition.
San Gimignano
Step back in time in San Gimignano, a medieval hill town famous for its iconic towers that dominate the skyline. Once boasting over 70 towers, this 'Town of Fine Towers' offers a glimpse into the Middle Ages. Explore the town's historic center, known for saffron, Golden Ham, and Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine. Visit the main square to savor award-winning gelato from Gelateria Dondoli, a two-time world champion, and admire the craftsmanship in the village's artisan shops. San Gimignano offers a unique blend of history, culture, and gastronomic delights.
Know Before You Go
This full-day tour includes a local expert driver, private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, lunch, and alcoholic beverages. What is not included will not be covered in the experience. Pickup is available from your hotel or another chosen location, such as a hotel or private flat. Drop-off will be the same as the pickup location.
Hot Tip
Many past travelers suggest wearing comfortable shoes, as there will be walking involved on the tour of Siena and San Gimignano.
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