Medieval Gems of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni
Overview
A full day tour, taking in the key beauties of Central Tuscany including a delicious Chianti wine tasting. You'll roll through the sweeping countryside to arrive at the jewel of Siena, with its unique Square and Gothic Town Hall. Then you'll take the road for San Gimignano, the Medieval New York, and Monteriggioni - a hilltop castle with breath taking views. But it's still not over! End your visit with a Chianti winery where you savor the best of Italian wines. This is a perfect day-out to relax and replenish your spirits.
What's Included
- Free time in San Gimignano and Monteriggioni Medieval towns
- Visit to a charming wine estate in the Chianti area with tasting of up to 2-3 Chianti wines
- Expert multilingual Tour Leader
- Sampling of wines, extra-virgin olive oil and regional products
- Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on board
- Siena tour with professional guide with Headsets (not included in the semi independent option)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Siena Cathedral tickets (approx. 7€ pp)
Meeting Location
Piazzale Montelungo
Firenze FI, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
The tour starts from Florence and leads you to the atmospheric Medieval gem of Monteriggioni. It was built in 1203 and became a strategic garrison town with its 14 towers, Dante called it the “ring-shaped citadel”. Here you can steep yourself in the past and prepare yourself for the wonders of Siena
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Here your local guide will reveal to you its main beauties: the stunning Piazza del Campo, an open-air fish bowl, surrounded by softly-washed Siena stone architectural masterpieces. It really is a showpiece place, worth lingering in and drinking in the richness of the past. Visit Piazza del Duomo and be impressed by the imposing Cathedral, one of the finest achievements of Italian Gothic. Before leaving Siena you will be served a light lunch in a cozy restaurant where, together with genuine Tuscan products, you will savour traditional pastries.
After your free time for lunch in Siena, continue on to San Gimignano: the home of the renowned Vernaccia wine. This Medieval town is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and once you're there you'll see why. The secret lies in its soaring towers that seem like skyscrapers! It is a jewel of art and architecture and also boasts one of the best ice-creams in the world! Here you're free to stroll around or just stop and take it all in.
Next, Chianti calls. You will visit a rustic wine estate where, after drinking in the landscapes, you can taste and sip quality wines and try the plonk along with oils and local products.
This is a tour made for the spirit and the flesh. A perfect way to mix quality culture and cuisine.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please note that the given order of the visits may change
- Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance
- Kindly note that the Semi independent option does not include the professional guide in Siena
- LOW SEASON (From November, 1st until March, 31st): English and Spanish languages are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in French, Italian or Portuguese a minimum of 4 pax is required
- HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: FRENCH: Tuesday - Friday, min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Wednesday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Saturday, Sunday - min 2 pax
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 63 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
- Free time in San Gimignano and Monteriggioni Medieval towns.
- Visit to a charming wine estate in the Chianti area with tasting of up to 2-3 Chianti wines.
- Expert multilingual Tour Leader.
- Sampling of wines, extra-virgin olive oil and regional products.
- Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on board.
- Siena tour with professional guide with Headsets (not included in the semi independent option).
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Siena Cathedral tickets (approx. 7€ pp).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Medieval Gems of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Medieval Gems of Tuscany: Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Free time in San Gimignano and Monteriggioni Medieval towns
- Visit to a charming wine estate in the Chianti area with tasting of up to 2-3 Chianti wines
- Expert multilingual Tour Leader
- Sampling of wines, extra-virgin olive oil and regional products
- Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on board
- Siena tour with professional guide with Headsets (not included in the semi independent option)
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Siena Cathedral tickets (approx. 7€ pp)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please note that the given order of the visits may change
- Please inform us of any food intolerance or allergy in advance
- Kindly note that the Semi independent option does not include the professional guide in Siena
- LOW SEASON (From November, 1st until March, 31st): English and Spanish languages are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in French, Italian or Portuguese a minimum of 4 pax is required
- HIGH SEASON (From April 1st until October 31st): this tour is always available in English and Spanish. Other languages are confirmed as follows: FRENCH: Tuesday - Friday, min 2 pax PORTUGUESE: Wednesday - min 2 pax ITALIAN: Saturday, Sunday - min 2 pax
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 63 travelers
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