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Departure from: San Gimignano |
Siena
Brunello di Montalcino Wine tour from San Gimignano
Enjoy a half day of culture, wine, and delicious food as you visit some of the most impressive destinations in Tuscany. Explore Montalcino and its stronghold and taste the world-famous wines.
<p>Brunello, presently considered the best wine in the world, has its ancestral roots in the passion of the inhabitants of Montalcino and in the ancient winemaking tradition, handed down from one generation to the next. The town of Montalcino, sanctuary of this wine produced from Sangiovese grapes, stands on a charming hill that will let you relish its natural wholesomeness.</p><p>The town, its century old fortress and the best wineries reviewed on specialised magazines are the main destination of our outing. Great skill in the cellar, which includes a long maturation in casks made from valuable wood make Brunello, holder of the little of “Italian ambassador in the world of our winemaking reality”, the most highly regarded wine in the world. You will have the opportunity to taste prestigious wines in one of the best wineries in the territory and to discover Montalcino and the wonderful surrounding area. You cannot pass up the opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world while in Italy.</p>
€ 119
Departure from: San Gimignano |
Siena
Chianti and Castle from San Gimignano
Explore the beautiful wine region of Chianti on a half-day scenic tour from San Gimignano, and enjoy a Tuscan landscape of gently rolling hills and vineyards, studded with cypress trees. Taste superb Chianti wines and Tuscan products.
<p>Visit the beautiful region of Chianti with us and immerse yourselves in the picturesque Tuscan scenery that you have always imagined. The beautiful ruby-red color and the characteristic bouquet with scents of violet are the special features that reveal the identity of one of the most famous wines in the world: Chianti. This wine results from the wise blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, and originates from the hilly area from which it draws its name. We will lead you to the discovery of the breathtaking, uncontaminated landscapes that have been cradling the Chianti vineyards for centuries, presenting you with a harmony of colors that can only be found in the hills of this region. The sounds, scents, and flavors of this land will capture your senses through a unique experience that you will live, relish and enjoy by visiting ancient churches, medieval castles, and small villages where the rhythm of life remains unaltered over time. The tour continues with a visit to a charming wine estate. You'll join a wine tasting paired with some typical food. Then you’ll move to another winery, in the middle of Chianti Classico Area, where you’ll have a second wine tasting and extra virgin olive oil. The tour will end in San Gimignano, where it started. </p>
4.00
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€ 85
Chianti E-Bike from San Gimignano
Discover the natural beauty of the Tuscan countryside by bike on a guided tour. See the Chianti region from a different perspective. Enjoy lunch and a wine tasting as part of this unique experience.
<p>How about a change of scenery? A little bit of fresh air, a light breeze and the possibility to see Tuscany from a different perspective. Ride your electric bike under the guidance of an expert tour leader and enjoy this wonderful experience riding across the Chianti countryside. You will start from Siena and taken to the Chianti where the adventure will start. From here, you will ride your bike through beautiful olive groves and past fertile vineyards, you will see and visit Chianti castles and hillside villa estates until you stop for a light lunch at a local Chianti winery, where you will taste some of the local wines. Enjoy Chiantis world famous wine while enjoying the beautiful Tuscan countryside on our awesome E-Bikes. Continue your afternoon riding in Chianti area and after you’ll be driven back to San Gimignano with our transportation where the tour will end.<br /> </p>
€ 129