Chianti Wine Tour with Lunch
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore scenic Chianti vineyards
- Taste renowned Chianti Classico wines
- Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch
- Visit historic Tuscan villages
- Learn about winemaking traditions
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Chianti vineyards
- Wine tasting sessions
- Traditional Tuscan lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Pass by: After having meet your guide and your travel companions in Florence depart in the direction of the Tuscan wine country. During the ride your guide will explain the schedule of your day.
After a 45 minutes ride, you will stop to Riseccoli, an organic and family owned, hilltop winery; the estate is the expression of the quintessential beauty of Tuscany; rolling hills planted with vines and olive trees, Mediterranean forests and farmhouses scattered against an idyllic backdrop. Here after the visit you will taste a selection of their wines and olive oil.
After a panoramic ride through the Tuscan wine country, you will reach Greve in Chianti, (a typical village of the Chianti Classico countryside) and the birthplace of the famous Tuscan explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, the Tuscan who discovered the New York Harbor; here you will spend approx. 30/45 minutes to admire the Piazza Matteotti, a gently sloping square which is the hub of life in Greve, and have a look at the many local shops and wine stores, including the famous butcher shop Falorni, etc.
Leave Greve in Chianti, and after a 30 minutes ride through the most famous Tuscan wine road, (rolling hills, huge vineyards, olive trees, etc.? arrive at the second winery
Your experience at the second winery will start with an introduction about the history of the estate, with the explanations about the wine making process, and all the secrets to produce the Chianti red wine and the Tuscan olive oil, famous all over the world. After the visit, take a seat to enjoy a typical Tuscan light lunch paired with different wines (Chianti Classico, Riserva, Super Tuscans, etc.) and the olive oil, one of the most important ingredients of the italian cooking.
The last stop is at Villa Poggio Torselli, a family-owned historical Villa/Winery, where you will have the chance to admire the views over Florence and one of the most beautiful Italian garden in the area (weather permitting). Taste their genuine products, made with the deepest respect for the cultivation traditions of the territory, with almost the totality of the plants being represented by indigenous varietals, particularly Sangiovese. The third stop represent the perfect way to conclude your wine and food experience and complete your overview about the Tuscan wines by comparing the products and the philosophy of 3 different wine makers of the area.
Your day will end with a relaxing 45 minutes drive back to the departure point in Florence
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Minimum booking may apply; check availability.
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately.
- Vegetarian options available upon request.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for vineyard tours.
- Bring a camera to capture scenic landscapes.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Vegetarian option available on request
- Due to uneven surfaces, and a few stairs to access wine cellars, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- In case the mentioned wineries are not available, we will choose estates in the same area and with the same level/quality.
- Return at departure point: approx. 5:00pm. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
- Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
- Itinerary and/or visited wineries may change, based on their availability
- Minimum age to join the tour is 12 years old; infants are not allowed
- For cruise ship passengers only: if your ship docks at Livorno or La Spezia Port, be advised that the driving time to the meeting point in Florence is approx. 2 hours. Before booking, be sure your ship schedule works with our departure times, and you have your own transportation arranged from the port to Florence and back.
Traveler reviews
Great wines, view, and party bus
Ralph and Mike were awesome. Highly recommend Great wine and food. Great setup for logistics.
The most wonderful wine tour!
We had the most amazing wine tour!!! We honestly couldn’t have asked for a better wine tour! Visiting three beautiful vineyards in the heart of Tuscany was such an incredible experience! Every vineyard was unique, the wines were delicious, the food was amazing, and the scenery was just breathtaking. Jason out tour guide made the entire day even more special with his funny jokes, great stories, and positive energy and getting us the best pictures. We laughed so much from start to finish!! He truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone had the best time. This was without a doubt one of the absolute highlights of our trip to Tuscany or any vacation we have been on!!! We can’t recommend this tour enough. Thank you so much, Jason and Prestige Rent!!! We’ll be telling everyone about this experience! 🍷❤️🇮🇹
Amazing driver, guides, wine and food!
Wonderful experience driving through the countryside and stopping at 2 vineyards. Really great value since we were given a lot of wine and food. Fun to try so many different wines and learn about the region. Would recommend for fun a trip out of the city.
What an incredible wine...
What an incredible wine tasting tour! We had the absolute best time from start to finish. Our guide, Leo, was exceptional—friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire experience so much fun. He kept the day organized while making everyone feel relaxed and welcome. The wineries were fantastic, and the whole experience exceeded our expectations. If you’re considering this tour, don’t hesitate! Highly recommend, and we’d absolutely do it again.
A beautiful way to explore the wine regions
Our guide, Jason, was phenomenal and hysterical. We followed the itinerary almost exactly as described, but at no point did we feel rushed or that we didn’t get proper time at each place. Every single winery was incredible. The views, the staff, the food, the wine, even the olive oils becoming stars of the show, there was no stop that wasn’t amazing. This tour has been the highlight of our Florence trip. And during this extreme heat, the bus was air conditioned, and all of the stops had air conditioned spaces as well, or extremely cooled and shaded areas to get a break from the heat. I absolutely recommend this tour.