From Rome - Siena and S. Gimignano, Private Tuscan Wine Tour

Lazio, Rome



Enjoy a full day tour from Rome to visit the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. You will visit the estate and the cellars, the tasting of 10 types of wine and you will taste the local products.

Highlights

  • Visit the Tuscan towns of San Gimignano and Siena from Rome
  • Explore Siena’s Basilica San Domenico and the relic of Saint Catherine
  • View Siena’s Duomo exterior and Piazza del Campo
  • Walk through San Gimignano, the city of 100 towers
  • Visit a winery and taste 10 different types of wine

Description

This full-day tour from Rome travels through the Chianti hills to visit the medieval cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena offers a historical experience with its central square, Piazza del Campo, known for the Palio horse race. The city is also renowned for its traditional sweets such as Panpepato, Panforte, and Ricciarelli. You will have time to enjoy an Italian coffee paired with a typical local sweet.

San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its preserved medieval architecture and nickname “The City of the Hundred Towers.” The town is linked to the historic Tuscan wine La Vernaccia di San Gimignano. You will explore its medieval streets and visit a winery where the wine production and grape processing take place. The visit includes a tasting of 10 different wines and a lunch featuring typical local products.

Includes

  • Air-conditioned minivan transfer provided by Welcome Italy
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Professional tour assistant throughout the trip
  • Tasting of 10 different wines
  • Typical Tuscan lunch

Excludes

  • Tips

Important Information

  • The tour operates rain or shine
  • Contact the service operator the day before to confirm pick-up time

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes and a camera. Morning departures are recommended to maximize your day.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes transportation from Rome through the Chianti hills directly to Siena.
Yes, the tour features a winery visit with a tasting of 10 different wines.
Saint Catherine’s relic is located inside Siena’s Basilica San Domenico, which is included in the visit.
You will see the exterior of Siena’s Duomo as part of the itinerary.
A typical Tuscan lunch featuring local specialties is included during the visit.
The tour is available year-round; check the website for current schedules and hours.
Yes, the tour combines visits to historical sites like Siena’s Basilica San Domenico and Piazza del Campo with cultural experiences.
The tour includes walking through the medieval streets of Siena and San Gimignano, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
No prior wine knowledge is required; the tour includes guided tastings suitable for all levels.

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