Florence: Chianti Wine Tasting & Tuscan Lunch Small Group

Seven Wines, One Villa, Lunch in the Vineyards

You taste seven Chianti wines with a sommelier at a private 12th-century villa, eat traditional Tuscan lunch on the property with wine included, and travel by air-conditioned van from central Florence with a bi-lingual guide. Small groups keep the pace intimate and the conversation real. The whole day runs from 10am departure through afternoon return, with no transport or entry logistics to arrange yourself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Chianti wine tasting and lunch

• Depart Florence at 10am by van
• Arrive at 12th-century villa in Chianti
• Guided wine tasting with seven Tuscan wines
• Sample artisanal cheeses, meats, and breads
• Stroll through private vineyards
• Enjoy traditional Tuscan lunch with wine
• Relax on van ride back to Florence

The experience

Glasses are lined up on a wooden table before you even sit down: seven of them, each one waiting for a different wine from the Chianti region. Your sommelier, who knows these vineyards the way someone knows their own kitchen, walks you through what's in front of you: the color first, then the smell, then the taste, and why this particular wine tastes like it does. You're at a private 12th-century villa in the hills outside Florence, in a small group of maybe ten people, which means there's actually time to ask questions without feeling rushed.

The van picks you up at 10am from central Florence: air-conditioned, comfortable, the kind of ride where you can actually relax instead of gripping the door handle. Your bi-lingual guide handles the logistics so you don't have to think about directions or timing. The drive takes you out of the city and into the Chianti area of Tuscany, where the landscape shifts from urban to vineyard in about an hour. You arrive at the villa, walk through stone walls that have been standing since the 1100s, and then you're standing in front of those seven glasses.

After the tasting comes lunch, a traditional Tuscan meal served on the property itself, with more wine poured alongside. Cured meats, fresh bread, cheese, the kind of food that tastes different when you're eating it in the place where it was made. Extra virgin olive oil from the villa's own trees comes with it. If you need a vegetarian option or have dietary requirements, you tell them when you book, and it's handled. The whole thing (tasting, lunch, the walk back to the van) takes the afternoon. You return to Florence in time for dinner elsewhere, or to sit in a piazza and think about what you just drank.

What’s included

Round-trip transport from central Florence in an air-conditioned van with a bi-lingual guide, entry to the private 12th-century villa in the Chianti area, wine tasting of seven regional wines led by a professional sommelier, traditional Tuscan lunch with wine and extra virgin olive oil, and a private vineyard on the villa's grounds. Vegetarian options available with advance notice.

Options for this experience

2 options

Chianti Wine Tasting at a Private Medieval Vineyard - TuscanyGuide in English · 10:00Lasts 5 hours; includes lunch and wine; private van

SemiPrivate Wine TastingGuide in English · 10:00Wine tasting and lunch: a 30-minute drive in an air-conditioned van into the heart of Tuscany's Chianti region. Lasts 5 hours; includes lunch and wine; private van

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 80 years) · Under 18: can't be booked

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendly

Operated by Tuscany Cycle

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to taste serious Chianti wines without renting a car or navigating the region yourself: the guide, transport, and fixed itinerary mean you show up at 10am and everything else is arranged.

Traveler reviews

4.86★★★★★★★★★★

105 verified traveler reviews

5 ★97

4 ★3

3 ★3

2 ★2

1 ★0

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the tour depart from Florence?

10am from central Florence. Return timing depends on the day's pace, typically late afternoon.

How many people are in the group?

Small group, typically around ten guests maximum, which keeps the tasting intimate and the sommelier accessible.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Traditional Tuscan lunch with wine and extra virgin olive oil from the villa are included.

What if I'm vegetarian?

Vegetarian options are available. Mention any dietary requirements when you book.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the villa?

No. Round-trip transport from Florence in an air-conditioned van is included, with a bi-lingual guide.

Can children come?

Yes. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

How long is the tour?

The full day runs from 10am departure through late afternoon return to Florence. Exact duration depends on the day's pace.

What wines will I taste?

Seven Chianti wines, selected and guided by a professional sommelier at the villa.