San Gimignano

A few steps from San Gimignano, there is a splendid family-run winery. Here you can taste the typical Tuscan products: starting from the wine up to tasty local croutons. You will visit the cellar, the vineyards, and all the places where the wine comes to life. You will listen to stories, and curiosities, and you will learn the winemaking processes that make Tuscany and Chianti areas to be protected and loved. You will discover the secrets of wine and grapes and the best combinations with strictly typical foods. Do not miss the opportunity to combine Tuscan wine with appetizing foods (such as cheese and ham) and find out how wines are produced in a real cellar. You can have a lovely tasting of 4 wines accompanied by snacks of typical products preceded by a tour of cellars and vines.

Full immersion in the world of wine. The experience is created for those who want to get closer to the Tuscan tradition of producing of Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Chianti Colli Senesi. The itinerary consists of a complete visit from the vineyard to the cellar with tasting of five wines including 3 best-sellers.

Immerse yourself in the Middle Ages, visiting one of the most beautiful medieval villages of Italy. You will never forget the ancient towers and the dreamlike landscape by which it is surrounded. The tour will begin from the main gate, Porta San Giovanni, continue towards Piazza della Cisterna, where you can taste the famous ice cream that won many prizes. In the next square admire the Public Palace and the wonderful Cathedral. If you choose to visit the palace, you will explore the Civic Museum and the highest tower of the town, from where you can take wonderful pictures or if you prefer to enter inside the Cathedral you will see the well-preserved frescoes. At the end of the tour enjoy the panorama from the fortress, where today is situated the Vernaccia Museum, the DOCG white wine produced in this area.

The tasting of the four wines and their combinations will be presented and served in our equipped and comfortable tasting room, where all our guests, even if spaced and safely, can enjoy a convivial and unique experience! For all those who have particular diets or intolerances, upon notice at the time of booking in the "notes" field, we are able to meet most dietary needs. The price of the tasting includes everything: tasting, water and food pairings. The structure of the Rocca di Montestaffoli does not provide bar service (coffee, tea, soft drinks, spirits, packaged foods, etc.) It is also possible to participate in the tasting with children. Their participation is free. We remind you that by law it is not possible to give alcohol to minors.

Beautiful tour that will take you to discover the medieval town of San Gimignano. Not only its towers, but 1000 stories of pilgrims, merchants, travelers who made this place a very rich medieval destination. Churches, squares, alleys, and fantastic views. Join us to find out what tourists on their own often lose the beauty of Sa Gimignano

DINING AND WINE TASTING INTO THE NATURE Take a closer look at the vineyards and their beautiful surroundings, into the nature, with around a great green panoramic view and silence. Beautiful, joyful, everlasting perfection, in the vineyard area Flowers, vases, ribbons, sighs, smiles, laughter, toasts, food and wines!.

Join an authentic truffle hunting and experience the thrill of finding, smelling, and touching one of nature’s rarest treasures. Led by expert truffle hunters Mirco and Luca and their highly trained dogs, you’ll explore the Tuscan countryside, learning to identify truffle-friendly trees and habitats. Our licensed guides will also share insights on how to cook and preserve truffles. After the hunt, return to Podere La Marronaia for a delicious truffle-based lunch, expertly paired with our organic wines and extra virgin olive oils. This immersive, 360-degree experience blends adventure, tradition, and gourmet flavors, making it an unforgettable journey into the world of truffles.

BusVia Firenze invites you to explore the true essence of Tuscany, blending art, history, and the pleasures of wine and food. We will accompany you to San Gimignano, often referred to as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages" due to its numerous towers punctuating the skyline. Here, you can savor the finest Tuscan wines paired with light lunch. The journey continues through the Tuscan countryside to Siena, where your experience begins with a visit to this charming town, renowned as the capital of Gothic art. In Siena, with a skip-the-line ticket you will enter in the splendid Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, with an audio guide on your phone. The Duomo's facade is pure magnificence, but inside it houses masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, Pinturicchio (possibly with a young Raphael), Nicola Pisano, and more.

Explore the town of Montalcino and uncover the fascinating history behind its imposing stronghold, all while tasting the exceptional flavors of its world-renowned wines, on a half-day cultural tour. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking countryside views, allowing your senses to be enchanted by the surrounding beauty, and relish a carefully curated wine tasting experience, as you join us on this guided 6.5 hour excursion, promising an unforgettable exploration of this enchanting region.

A few steps from San Gimignano do not miss a special food and wine experience: a tasting of the best Chianti wines with lunch included and grappa tasting!

Discover the secrets of truffle hunting among the enchanting hills of San Gimignano, one of the most fascinating gems of Tuscany. This exclusive experience will allow you to immerse yourself in the typical Tuscan landscape, accompanied by me, an expert truffle hunter for 3 generations, and my faithful dogs. During the excursion, you will learn the ancient truffle hunting techniques passed down by my family, and you will learn more about this rare and precious ingredient, typical of Tuscan cuisine. You will walk with me and my dogs in the woods, and this is the most fascinating part of the route, where you can see my dogs in action! While we will only perceive the scent of the woods, my dogs will be able to sniff the hidden aroma of truffles, and give us this precious ingredient that you will be able to savor in the most authentic way. At the end of the Tour you will receive very fresh truffles, including those just found, and instructions on how to preserve and cook them.

The tasting of the five wines and their combinations will be presented and served in our equipped and comfortable tasting room, where all our guests, even if spaced and safely, can enjoy a convivial and unique experience! For all those who have particular diets or intolerances, upon notice at the time of booking in the "notes" field, we are able to meet most dietary needs. The price of the tasting includes everything: tasting, water and food pairings. The structure of the Rocca di Montestaffoli does not provide bar service (coffee, tea, soft drinks, spirits, packaged foods, etc.) It is also possible to participate in the tasting with children, for them our staff will prepare a selection of gastronomic excellences at a cost of € 8 per child.Remember that by law it is forbidden to administer alcohol to minors.

Hi everybody, the 90% of the tourists wants to see Pisa and Florence that are amazing but this tour is something different, a bit more off the beaten track (especially Volterra) and it's a delight to discover the hearth of Tuscany with these two villages. Try this experience and you won't regret it. We move with a Mercedes Van and you will have a driver/guide that will explain during the day what we see together.

Our philosophy is simple; we want to share the love for good food and Tuscan style. Enjoy the pleasure of seeing Tuscan food grown, harvested and then eaten locally grown in a suggestive and stimulating environment. Our Cooking Classes contain all the best of seasonal cuisine. Simply enjoy your time on our farm and follow the natural journey of freshly grown ingredients from farm to plate. An authentic passionate Chef who shares her innovative and surprising recipes. We will show you the secrets to creating the classic comfort food of Tuscan and Italian cuisine with the possibility of prolonging your experience by staying for lunch enjoying what you have prepared.

My name is Matteo and I am an expert in excursions in Tuscany, I speak English and I will be your driver for the whole day. My excursions are flexible and during the trip we can customize the day according to your needs. I will come to pick you up with my minivan at the meeting point and we will leave to visit San Gimignano, I will tell you about my region and the places of historical, cultural and culinary interest that we will encounter during the transfer. Before arriving in San Gimignano we will stop in the best possible spots to take beautiful photographs of the Tuscan hills. Once in San Gimignano you will have free time to visit the medieval village, have a typical Tuscan breakfast and go shopping. We will then leave for Volterra and drive along one of the most beautiful roads in Tuscany full of breathtaking views. Once you arrive in Volterra you will have free time to have lunch and visit the village. Finally we will return to the starting point of your choice. See you soon Matteo

Enjoy this 9-hour customized day trip to Volterra and San Gimignano from Florence, ideal for the discerning traveler seeking an authentic Italian experience on a small-group tour. Discover the ancient Etruscan city of Volterra and the enchanting hilltop towered town of San Gimignano. Visit Italy close up in a Mercedes minivan seating up to 7-8 people that takes you into the very heart of each of these beautiful Tuscan cities.

In the heart of Tuscany and Chianti. Hills, vineyards, unspoiled nature. Intact medieval cities. Unforgettable atmospheres.

We are Italian local guides, born in Florence and you will have a unique Tuscany experience, this is a perfect day to relax after enjoying the countryside and to celebrate family moments. We have licensed vans to enter in all traffic limited area and we are drivers and licensed guides and you will be guided while driving and walking.

Visit the best known Tuscan cities and attractions Pisa, This private tour: will be custom made according to your requirements and it can be adjusted as you go.

– Very knowledgeable drivers with explanation about wine, food and general history of Tuscany. – Visit the town of Siena a Unesco World Heritage Site. – Lunch in a typical Trattoria or a wine Estate in the Chianti area. – Visit San Gimignano, the medieval "Manhattan" frozen in time.