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
Unknown location
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
Tony's amazing office
Daniele and Tony were great guides! Lovely day experiencing three different wineries.
Amazing tour
This was the best tour we took in Italy! The tour guide Leo was amazing and really made the tour. The wineries were very informative and friendly. Do not miss this opportunity to go on this tour.
Great Experience. A perfect way to explore the vineyards of Tuscany
This was one of the best experiences our family has had in Italy. Matteo was super engaging and passionate, which pull our small group together and made it more fun. Our group size was 16 people, and the bus was newer and very comfortable. The tour included a wonderful tour of the country side and a small town visit. 10/10 will do again. We had the afternoon tour which included a wonderful dinner capped by a beautiful view of the sunset in Tuscany over the vineyards.
Incredible Experience
The wine and olive oil tasting was incredible, and our guide Davide was wonderful. He was friendly and funny and had a lot of historical knowledge and knowledge of wine. Sergio our driver was very efficient and the drives had breathtaking views. It was a great experience and everyone in my group was so glad that we did it!
Heavenly wine and food tour in Tuscany
Such a beautiful tour. 25 in our small group tour. Daniel, our guide, was wonderful!! He provided just the right amount of information on the area. The wineries and the food provided at each of the three we went to were delicious. This tour couldn’t have been better.
