(800) 814 COOL Questions? Call Us Now!

Tuscany's hidden gems: San Gimignano, Volterra, St Galgano Abbey

6 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 6 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Florence, Italy

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

11 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation

Overview

Fall for the charm of 3 hidden treasures of Tuscany: discover San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano Abbey.

Relax on our fully-fitted GT Coach and enjoy the drive to the most authentic area of Tuscany, with its medieval towns and postcard landscapes. The journey begins in San Gimignano, the so-called “Manhattan of the Middle Ages” due to the high ancient towers that stand out along the city center.
Wander through its cobblestone streets and let the stunning views of the surrounding hills amaze you. The second stop is the scenic Volterra in all its medieval charm. Perched on top of a hill, from Volterra you will enjoy a breathtaking view that will leave you in awe.

Your final stop is the mysterious San Galgano Abbey, just about one hour drive from Volterra.

Of the 13th Century Cistercian abbey only the walls remain: it is empty and roofless, above it only the sky. Prepare to travel with your imagination as you step inside and let the grandeur of the gothic architecture inspire you.

What's Included

  • Small group tour
  • Roundtrip journey by fully fitted GT Coach
  • Free time in San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano
  • Food and drink
See 2 moreSee 1 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazzale Montelungo
Firenze FI, Italy

Show on Google Maps

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Florence

This tour is indeed a tour which will suit everyone, from those who adore Tuscany’s diverse landscapes and its remarkable works of art, to its illustrious history and legendary tales. It is certainly a tour which the entire family will love. There is no time to waste when exploring the stunning Tuscany hills! Meet your tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal early in the morning. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from the Santa Maria Novella train station. Hop on the comfortable coach bus, choose your seat, and relax before departing on your journey! The drive to San Gimignano will take about one hour. During the journey, your guide will entertain you with plenty of interesting information about San Gimignano!
Read more

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

San Gimignano

Your journey to discover Tuscany's hidden gems will start with San Gimignano, known as the "town of towers," because of its fascinating medieval towers still perfectly intact. The drive will take about an hour, and you will see the stunning "medieval skyscrapers" from a distance as your bus pulls into the historic town. Your guide will lead you past an incredible panoramic viewpoint of the Tuscan hills, then through the ancient city doors. You will have an hour to independently explore the town - walk the picturesque alleyways, visit the Duomo, or climb the tallest tower!
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza Della Cisterna

During your free time, do not miss to explore Piazza della Cisterna with its triangular shape with a slight natural slope and the nearby Piazza del Duomo. The pavement is brick and the piazza is surrounded by houses and medieval towers. There are presently 5 towers onto the square or very near it and the bases of other five are visible on the facade of the various palaces.
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Gelateria Dondoli

During your free time in San Gimignano, don't miss the opportunity to stop by one of the most famous Gelato Shops in Italy, the award winner "Gelateria Dondoli"! Let yourself be enchanted by the flavours and colours of their delicious home made ice creams and recharge the batteries for the rest of the day!
Read more

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana

Sit back and relax, the journey by bus from San Gimignano to San Galgano Abbey will last approximately 1 hour. You will literally cross the heart of Tuscany, and you will admire the most pristine landscape made of cypresses, vineyards and rolling hills
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Volterra

The last stop of your Tuscan tale will be Volterra, a walled mountaintop town characterized by a Medieval and Etruscan charm. Its history dates from before the 8th century BC and it has substantial structures from the Etruscan, Roman, and Medieval periods.
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Piazza dei Priori

Your tour leader will take you to the heart of Volterra, that is to say the suggestive Piazza dei Priori, the main square of the city and a fine example of medieval Tuscan town squares.
Read more

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Abbazia di San Galgano

Your Tuscany's hidden gems quest will continue in the direction of the sublime St Galgano Abbey, a majestic roofless Gothic style building, built in the 13th-century. church still stand. This stunning former Cistercian Monastery is immersed in the most pristine Tuscan landscapes, amongs cypresses and olive groves.
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana

It's time to leave this fascinating corner of paradise in the heart of Tuscany to reach the last stop of this search for hidden treasures. The trip by bus to Volterra will take about 1 hour and 15 minutes!
Read more

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Piazzale Montelungo

The return journey to Florence will take about 2 hours, just sit back and relax, while your tour leader takes care of you.
Read more

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Show 8 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please, note that the given order of the visits may change
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended

Frequently Asked Questions

(6)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tuscany’s hidden gems: San Gimignano, Volterra, St Galgano Abbey?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-6367P128

Traveler Photos

Reviews

5.00
6 reviews

Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 6 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
6
4 stars
0
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
0

Loading Options
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Florence: Private Half Day City Tour with Michelangelo's David

Florence: Private Half Day City Tour with Michelangelo's David

New To The Site!
 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$164.47

Fiesole Hike & Italian Aperitivo

Fiesole Hike & Italian Aperitivo

5
 3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$59.44

Chianti Private Tour with Dinner and Wine Tasting Experience

Chianti Private Tour with Dinner and Wine Tasting Experience

New To The Site!
 6 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Instant Confirmation
from
$1,486.75

Private Full Day Tour in Siena & San Gimignano From Florence

Private Full Day Tour in Siena & San Gimignano From Florence

New To The Site!
 8 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation
from
$534.92

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Florence in a Day: Michelangelo's David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour

Florence in a Day: Michelangelo's David, Uffizi and Guided City Walking Tour

 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$132.29

Florence Electric Golf Cart Tour

Florence Electric Golf Cart Tour

 90 to 120 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$70.72

Florence Skip-the-Line Duomo Tour with Guide & Brunelleschi Dome

Florence Skip-the-Line Duomo Tour with Guide & Brunelleschi Dome

 2 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$137.05

Chianti Wine Tour from Florence

Chianti Wine Tour from Florence

 5 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
from
$58.99

What's Included

Activity name

  • Small group tour
  • Roundtrip journey by fully fitted GT Coach
  • Free time in San Gimignano, Volterra and San Galgano
  • Expert English speaking tour leader
  • Entrance fee to San Galgano Abbey
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Please, note that the given order of the visits may change
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Report Product Issue

Activity name

Language
Currency

Site Settings

Activity name

Currency

Activity name

Non-refundable

Activity name

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Sorting, ranking, and search results

Activity name

City Boat Tours wants to make your searches as relevant as possible. That's why we offer many ways to help you find the right experiences for you.

On some pages, you can select how to sort the results we display and also use filter options to see only those search results that meet your chosen preferences. You'll see explanations of what those sort options mean when you select them.

If you see a Badge of Excellence label, the award is based on average review ratings, share of bookings with a review, and number of bookings through City Boat Tours over a 12-month period.

The importance of any one factor over any other in a sort order varies, and the balance is constantly being reviewed and adjusted. We're always updating our systems and testing new ways to refine and improve your results to make them as relevant as possible to meet your needs.