Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano Small Group with Lunch & Wine Tasting

About this experience

Discover the highlights of Tuscany on a small group tour from Florence, visiting Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa. Travel in a cozy atmosphere with a maximum of 25 participants and enjoy the experience with an expert local Tour Leader. Explore Siena’s medieval streets, famous for the Palio horse race, its elegant brick buildings, and the stunning Gothic Cathedral. Then, enjoy an authentic Tuscan lunch at a family-run estate, featuring traditional local dishes paired with excellent red wines. Continue to San Gimignano, the charming hilltop village known for its medieval towers and breathtaking views of the Tuscan countryside. Finally, visit Pisa and the iconic Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the world-famous Leaning Tower. A perfect day combining history, culture, local flavors, and the timeless beauty of Tuscany.

Itinerary

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1. Stop 1

   Duration: 15 min

   Meet your fellow travelers and the tour leader at the starting point in Florence (Piazzale Montelungo) and find a comfortable place on your bus. As you pass through the rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves of the Chianti region enjoy the anecdotes shared by your tour leader. With great passion and deep knowledge of the territory, your guide will make your trip entertaining and interesting!

2. Stop 2

   Duration: 120 min

   Built upon hills, Siena is likely Italy's loveliest medieval city whose historic centre is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Follow your local guide through the winding, narrow cobbled streets and discover the magnificent architecture from the 13th Century.

3. Stop 3

   Duration: 60 min

   Our guided tour starts from Piazza del Campo, which is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful squares in Italy thanks to its architecture, the Mangia tower and its unique shell shape. Piazza del Campo is the civic heart of Siena, and the place where the famous Palio horse race takes place twice annually.

4. Stop 4

   Dominating Piazza del Campo, the Mangia Tower is a symbol of Siena's grandeur with its striking 87 metres in height.

5. Stop 5

   Our guided tour ends in front of the impressive Siena Cathedral, a stunningly beautiful building of Gothic Romanesque architecture.

6. Stop 6

   Duration: 120 min

   Afterwards, take a break for a 3-course lunch at a delightful, family-run estate. Savor the delicious Tuscan products paired with fine wines produced by the estate itself.

7. Stop 7

   Duration: 60 min

   After lunch, we move to San Gimignano, the little Manhattan of the Middle Ages. The numerous medieval towers form an unforgettable skyline and offer an impressive view of the town from the surrounding valley.

8. Stop 8

   Duration: 20 min

   Head to Piazza della Cisterna, at the heart of San Gimignano’s historic old town, and taste the world-famous and award-winning gelato from Gelateria Dondoli.

9. Stop 9

   Duration: 60 min

   The last stop of your memorable day trip is Pisa with its uniquely beautiful Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987.

10. Stop 10

    Duration: 30 min

    Before heading back to Florence, don't forget to take a funny posing photo "holding up" the Leaning Tower of Pisa! The admission fee to the Leaning Tower of Pisa is not included, it costs approximately €20 per person. Children under 8 years old are not allowed to climb the Tower.

11. Stop 11

    Duration: 60 min

    The square is dominated by four great religious edifices: the Pisa Cathedral, the Pisa Baptistry, the Campanile, commonly known as the Leaning Tower, and the Camposanto Monumentale

12. Stop 12

    Duration: 5 min

    At the end of the day, reunite with your travel companions and return to Florence in the late afternoon.

What's included

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• Monolingual tour Experience
• Free time in Pisa and San Gimignano
• Round-trip transportation by an air-conditioned minibus or minivan
• 1 Hour Guided Tour of Siena with a Professional Local Guide
• Professional English-speaking Tour Leader throughout the day
• Free Wi-Fi and advanced sound system onboard
• Lunch and wine tasting at a Tuscan winery

What's not included

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• Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Entrance to Siena Cathedral
• Hotel Pick up and Drop Off

Additional information

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• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• With prior notice, we can accommodate Vegetarian and Gluten free customers for lunch

Cancellation policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.