Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti wine tour from Montecatini Terme

Medieval towers, ceramic shops and Chianti straight from the source

A 9-hour small-group tour from Montecatini Terme visits San Gimignano's towers and pottery shops, then a Chianti wine estate for guided tasting with bruschettas and pecorino, and finishes in Siena at the Piazza del Campo and Cathedral. An expert English-speaking guide leads the route through narrow medieval streets. Transport by air-conditioned bus or minivan is included, and the group stays small enough for real attention.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit San Gimignano, wine tasting, Siena

• Arrive at San Gimignano village
• Explore medieval towers and ceramic shops
• Taste gelato at Tea with Mussolini location
• Optional visit to San Gimignano history museum
• Visit famous wine cellar for Chianti tasting
• Travel to Siena medieval village
• Walk through Siena's narrow medieval streets
• Visit Piazza del Campo square
• Free time to visit Siena Cathedral

The experience

San Gimignano arrives first, and the medieval towers are the draw: the tallest ones rise above ceramic shops where local artisans sell their work. You'll have free time to walk the narrow streets, visit the small history museum if the XIV-century tower reproduction interests you, or stop for gelato at the spot where "Tea with Mussolini" was filmed. Between San Gimignano and Siena, the route passes through a working Chianti wine cellar where the winemaker walks you through his products: a guided tasting of Vernaccia and Chianti DOCG paired with bruschettas, pecorino cheese and extra-virgin olive oil.

Siena sits built into hills, and the expert guide takes you through the medieval streets to the Piazza del Campo: a shell-shaped square that ranks among Europe's most remarkable medieval plazas. The Cathedral, one of Italy's most monumental, stands nearby and is open during your free time if you want to step inside. The whole route stays inside an air-conditioned bus or minivan, and the small group size means the guide can answer questions and adjust the pace without rushing.

What’s included

• Transport by air-conditioned bus or minivan.
• expert English-speaking tour leader for the full 9 hours.
• guided Chianti wine tasting at a working estate with bruschettas, pecorino cheese and extra-virgin olive oil tasting included.

Before you book

Days and timesThursdayDeparts at 08:45

AgesAdult (11 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 10 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 25

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 if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Come See Italy - Day Tours

Is this one for you?Small groups mean the guide can move at a real pace and answer questions without herding. This suits travelers who want the medieval villages and wine tasting without the noise of a large coach tour.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 10 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What exactly happens at the Chianti wine estate?

A winemaker introduces you to his products with a guided tasting of Vernaccia and Chianti DOCG, paired with bruschettas, pecorino cheese and extra-virgin olive oil tasting.

How much free time do you get in San Gimignano and Siena?

The itinerary builds in free time at both villages so you can explore the streets, visit shops and museums, or sit in a piazza at your own pace.

Is the expert guide included, or does it cost extra?

The expert English-speaking guide for the day is included. If you want the specialized guide in Siena, that's an additional 25 euros per adult, paid on the day of the tour.

What's included in the price?

Transport by air-conditioned bus or minivan, the expert tour leader, guided Chianti wine tasting with food pairings, and extra-virgin olive oil tasting are all included.

Can you visit the Cathedral in Siena?

Yes, the Cathedral is open during your free time in Siena, and you can enter and visit it on your own.