Tuscan Day Trip: Siena & San Gimignano
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Siena's UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch
- Discover San Gimignano's medieval towers
- Stroll through picturesque Tuscan landscapes
- Learn about local history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Siena's historic center
- Lunch at a traditional Tuscan restaurant
- Visit to San Gimignano's medieval towers
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; other languages may be available upon request
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian options available upon request
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets
- Bring a camera to capture scenic views
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Vegetarian & gluteen free, can be accommodated, please advise at time of booking under special requirements.
- Siena Cathedral is not accessible on Sundays and during celebrations
- Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
- Return at departure point: approx. 6:00pm. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
- Entrance fees + guided visit inside the Siena Cathedral, can be purchased directly from your guide, on the day of the tour - Euro 15,00 per person. Not available on Sundays or during celebrations
- 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
Siena was a hit - but not much time in San Gimignano.
Loved the tour of Siena! Lunch at the winery went too long and we only had an hour at San Gimignano - with the latter not including a guided tour.
Fabulous day
What a beautiful day in Tuscany! We enjoyed our time exploring two medieval towns and thoroughly enjoyed a lovely meal at the winery.
Tuscany
On Tuesday as Day 2 of our honeymoon to Florence we had christantino as our guide to see Sienna , San Gimagnano , pisa and a winery visit It was absolitely magical and gave us and a perfect introduction to Tuscany as a whole Grazi mille we will be back again sometime
Beautiful and Memorable Tuscany tour
What an incredible tour! Not something to pass. Gorgeous scenes and incredible food. Alessio was a fantastic guide! He shared history and facts that made the trip even more enjoyable and memorable - absolutely would do it again!
Beautiful day in Siena
Lorenzo was exceptional from start to finish! Our tour of Siena and San Gimignano was one of the highlights of our trip to Italy. He is incredibly knowledgeable and shared the history of each town in a way that was engaging, informative, and easy to follow. Just as importantly, he has a fantastic sense of humor that kept the day fun and entertaining. Lorenzo was also extremely accommodating, making sure everyone was comfortable and tailoring the experience to our interests. If you’re looking for a guide who is professional, personable, funny, and passionate about Tuscany, Lorenzo is the perfect choice. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would recommend him without hesitation. Five stars!