Food & wine

Half-Day Chianti Escape from Florence with Two Wine Tastings

4.3(307 reviews)Florence, Italy
5hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Travel from Florence to the Chianti region for a half-day experience focused on wine tasting and vineyard exploration. Participants will visit two different wineries, where they can taste up to seven varieties of Chianti red wines, accompanied by Tuscan finger food. This experience is suitable for wine enthusiasts and those looking to learn more about wine production. It is not ideal for individuals who prefer a full-day itinerary or extensive tours. It is advisable to check the availability of the wineries in advance and note any specific dietary restrictions.

Itinerary

1

Florence

For those of you looking for a breathtaking tour of Tuscany during the golden hours of the afternoon, this tour is perfect for you! Meet your friendly tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella train station. Grab a seat on the comfortable coach bus, and prepare to depart! During your journey to the Chianti wine region, your guide will dive into fascinating facts and information regarding the history of wine production and Gallo Nero (Black rooster). The drive will take about 40 minutes

2

Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana

A truly unforgettable evening awaits you… You will be brought to 2 rustic wine estates in the heart of the Chianti wine region. Both estates overlook the rolling hills and lush land. You will be served up to 5 different types of wine in each wine estate, together with some local products, such as extra virgin olive oil, cheese and balsamic vinegar. You will also walk among the vineyards and breath in the atmosphere lost in the world famous Tuscan sun: olive groves, rolling hills, cypresses and lush vegetation will be your only travel companions...Together with the best Chianti wines of course! Visit the cellar and learn some interesting facts about the wine production.

3

Florence

After your delicious (and picture-perfect!) wine tastings under the Tuscan sunset, it will be time to head back to Florence. You will arrive back in the early evening

What's included / not included

Possibility of buying wine, oil, balsamic vinegar and other regional productsEnglish only tour leaderSampling of up to 3-4 Chianti wines at each winery, extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar1Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on boardVisits to two different wine estates with tours of the wine cellars and its vineyards1Tasting of delicious regional products during the wine tastings
LunchGratuitiesHotel pickup and drop-off

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Kindly note that if you are traveling with a group of friends but each of you makes a single booking, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to the same bus

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