San Gimignano Tours - page 3

Bus tours can make many stops in a short amount of time, but they can be plodding affairs and leave travelers feeling out of touch with the landscapes they drive through. This tour—which takes to the roads of the Chianti region on vintage Fiat 500s—allows visitors more fun and the chance to drive themselves while they follow a guide. Pass medieval villages, rolling countryside, and wineries, and stop for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting.

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 wine comes to life. You will listen to stories, 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, as well as the best combinations with strictly typical foods. Do not miss the opportunity to learn how to combine Tuscan wine with appetizing foods and find out how wines are produced in a real cellar. You can choose between two unique experiences: Tasting of 3 wines accompanied by snacks of typical products preceded by a tour of cellars and vines Lunch and tasting of 4 wines preceded by a tour of the cellar and the vines

Have you ever been to a local market and traditional food shop in Italy? This is your chance to visit a market with a local expert, choose your most inspiring ingredients, and create and name your very own two recipes. Go food shopping with your host and choose 3-5 staple ingredients that capture your imagination before immersing yourself in a private cooking class at their home. With their expert guidance, you will learn how to prepare your chosen ingredients and make your own two Italian creations. Cultivate your creativity and confidence in the kitchen by adding an Italian flair to your dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is organized by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks available all over the country since 2004. Each host has been carefully selected for his knowledge about local recipes and for their passion to connect with travelers from all over the world.

Volterra is a three thousand year-old small town nested on the top of a hill more than 500 m high (1650 feet) on the sea level. It is surrounded by the valley of the river Cecina to south-west and, to north-east, by the valley of the river Era. A place where you can experience millenniums of history, art, archeology and culture from the Etruscans to the Romans, from the Middle Ages to Renaissance simply strolling through its narrow streets, unique squares, winning artisan shops and charming landscapes. Departure for San Gimignano a tiny city that has remained intact through the centuries; situated on a hilltop, it is famous for its numerous towers, frescoes and other art treasures; free time to discover this fascinating city. Immerse yourself in the charming Tuscan countryside and its ancient traditions. Country people, simple and delicious food, pure, natural products for your INCLUDED lunch in a family owned farm house. Buon appetito!

Guided tour of the farm structures: vegetable garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, vinsantaia, historical cellar, collection of tools from the farming world. Tasting of 3 wines of your choice from our production: - "Casa Lucii" DOCG Vernaccia di San Gimignano; - "Vigna Cellori" DOCG Vernaccia di San Gimignano selection; - "Mareterra" DOCG Vernaccia di San Gimignano reserve; - "Spicchio" IGT rosé Tuscan; - "Fuscelli" DOCG Chianti; - "Senarum" DOCG Chianti Colli Senesi; - "Serafo" DOCG Chianti Superiore; - Purus" IGT Rosso Toscano: without sulphites ; - "Arturo" Tuscan Red IGT - Curato" DOP Vin Santo del Chianti - IGT award-winning extra-verigne olive oil from Tuscany The tasting is accompanied by a taste of our organic extra virgin olive oil, cheese and cold cuts produced by local farms and accompanied by vegetables from the garden and finally will be served as dessert DOC Vinsanto del Chianti 2006 and Tuscan Cantuccini.

Discover the pearls of Tuscany, Florence and San Gimignano with its wine and a view from the sky. We have created this experience to give a unique service to those who want to discover Tuscany and the beauties of the region thanks to a helicopter flight that will depart from Florence, giving a 360° view of the beautiful monuments, hills and cities. Enjoy a sky-high bird's eye view of the Chianti region with its vineyards and colorful medieval towns such as San Gimignano and Florence. Embark on a helicopter ride that reveals one of the most beautiful and breath-taking views in existence. Once aboard, depart from Florence and fly over the Arno River, giving you a 360° view of the beautiful city as you admire its most famous monuments. Then, reach San Gimignano where you will cross all of the beautiful hills of Chianti and its medieval villages.

San Gimignano is a small and historical medieval village and only with a local licensed guide you will enjoy easily its culture, buildings and history.

The medieval hill town of San Gimignano is surrounded by some of the most picturesque countryside in Tuscany, known for its wine production and excellent food. With this barbecue lunch, savor premier Tuscan wines and meat in the rolling hills of the Tenuta Torciano estate. Sample full-bodied Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans paired with freshly grilled meat and vegetables dressed with balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil.

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local San Gimignano farmhouse with your hosts Giorgia and Luigi. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in a local home on the outdoor patio where Giorgia will teach you 2-3 traditional Italian dishes including handmade pasta. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in their beautiful home. • Pasta making and cooking lesson in a local home • Wine and olive oil tasting • Introduction to Italy's culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Experience Italian hospitality in a residential San Gimignano countryside neighborhood • Vegetarian and vegan options available

San Gimignano, with its rural, hillside atmosphere, is a great place to sample Tuscan food and wine. This tour pairs Tuscan wine tasting with an elaborate Truffle-based meal at a family-run olive farm and vineyard. The meal is led by one of the farmers, who explains the characteristics of the wines and their organic production. The farm is within walking distance from the center of San Gimignano, so you can walk right over.

San Gimignano, with its rural, hillside atmosphere, is a great place to sample Tuscan food and wine. This tour pairs Tuscan wine tasting with an elaborate Truffle-based meal at a family-run olive farm and vineyard. The meal is led by one of the farmers, who explains the characteristics of the wines and their organic production. The farm is within walking distance from the center of San Gimignano, so you can walk right over.

We will pick you up from the Livorno sea Port around 08.00am we will visit Siena and San Gimignano best sites

Spend a couple of hours indulging your love of Tuscan wine and sharpening your tasting skills at Tenuta Torciano Vineyards. Begin with a quick walking tour of the estate while learning about the vineyard’s history, then enjoy a wine tasting and food pairing, a complimentary lunch, and lessons from an expert focused on wine etiquette and manners.

Learn how to make one of Italy’s most delicious dessert, gelato, during this 2-hour cooking class. Head to the Tenuta Torciano winery and learn to whip up the rich and creamy ice cream with your instructor. Sample the delicious gelato before sitting down to a delicious Tuscan dinner and tasting of local wines, vinegars, and olive oils.

Tuscany is one of Italy’s most famous wine regions, but you don’t need a full day exploring the vineyards to enjoy a taste of Tuscan wine. The family-run Podere la Marronaia winery is just minutes from San Gimignano and this private 45-minute tour includes a tasting of organic wines and extra virgin olive oils.

When outside it's cold, the wind blows and the rain falls incessantly, what could be better than a good meal in front of the fireplace? So we decided, just for the winter period, to create an experience to warm your heart and soul; a tasting of our best organic products accompanied by a rich lunch based on typical dishes of the Tuscan tradition. You will start the experience by visiting our Vernaccia vineyard, one of the oldest in San Gimignano. You will continue immersing yourself in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of our farm with the tasting of our wines and organic oils combined with the best traditional dishes. Winter Lunch includes: - Mixed appetizer with bruschetta, salami, and Tuscan cheeses - Pasta of the day - A dish of meat - Hot drink and dessert - Vinsanto or Sangiovese Chinato - Tasting of our wines and organic oils

If you are an art lover or you simply want to discover the best masterpieces in San Gimignano, you can’t miss this tour!

Enjoy a private vineyard tour with organic wines and extra virgin olive oil tasting and light lunch. Be fully immersed in a real Tuscan farm surrounded by the Tuscan countryside.

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

Skip the busy cooking classes and instead opt for a private culinary immersion in San Gimignano. At a local’s home, benefit from the undivided attention of your instructor as you learn to prepare three traditional dishes, before dining with the family. Few travelers get the opportunity to enjoy such an intimate experience.

Enjoy a real truffle based meal paired with the delicate taste of our wines. Try this particular and precious mushroom on different dishes and learn a little bit more about it.

If you want to enjoy and relax in a real Tuscan way this is the perfect experience for you. Food, Wine and our beautiful countryside will be the protagonist of this amazing wine & extra virgin olive oil tasting

Explore the medieval hill town of San Gimignano on a private walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Centre with a local guide. Follow a centuries-old pilgrim road to a series of historic landmarks, get views of the Tuscan countryside, and learn about the fascinating history of the region. This tour offers flat rate pricing for up to 15 people, and can be customized to your group’s interests and abilities. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

Take a private pizza-making class in Tuscany and learn to make delicious and traditional Italian pizza. Follow the instructions of your chef and learn how to prepare this world-famous dish learning traditional Italian techniques. Then sit down to the friends of your labor and sample a variety of regional wines, olive oils, and vinegars to complement your delectable pizza.