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Private Excursion to Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti Landscapes

4.8(24)FlorenceFree cancellation

About this activity

Embark on an unforgettable private tour starting from your hotel. Visit the historic city of Siena, where you’ll enjoy an exclusive guided tour of its charming medieval center. Wander through the narrow cobblestone streets, admire its iconic palaces, and visit the famous Piazza del Campo. You'll also get a chance to see the magnificent Palazzo del Comune (exterior) before taking some free time to relax and enjoy lunch (not included). After Siena, your private driver will take you on a scenic drive through the heart of the Chianti region. Delight in panoramic views of the countryside, including a glimpse of the ancient fortified village of Monteriggioni, known for its remarkably preserved 13th-century walls. Your journey continues to San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its medieval architecture and iconic towers. Here, you’ll have free time to explore this fascinating town at your own pace. The schedule of visits may vary.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Pick up and drop off at your Hotel if centrally located in Florence
    • Local professional Guide at your side in Siena
    • Transport by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with WIFI on board
    • English/Italian speaking driver

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Guide Service in San Gimignano
    • Entrance fees to the Cathedral in Siena
    • Everything not mentioned as Included

    Itinerary

    1. Pubblico Palace

      Meet your private driver at your hotel for a beautiful excursion through the delightful hills of the Chianti countryside,with an ever-changing scenery of vineyards and olive trees. Upon arrival in Siena, your guide will bring you on a private tour of the old city centre: walking along the small medieval streets, admiring the splendid palaces and Piazza del Campo, one of the most beautiful in the world, where you will find the Palazzo del Comune(exterior). Free time for lunch (not included).

      4 hoursAdmission not includedSee on map

    2. Mangia Tower

      a symbol of Piazza del Campo and one of the highest towers in Italy

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    3. From Siena your private driver will bring you through a panoramic road where to admire the vineyards and olive groves in the heart of the Chianti territory. Along the way you could also admire the ancient fortified hamlet of Monteriggioni, a small jewel built during the thirteenth century and embraced by its still intact walls.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    4. Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta

      You reach then SanGimignano, another beautiful town, UNESCO world heritage, where you‘ll be given free time to visit the medieval town planning with the numerous and beautiful towers hence the name "Manhattan of the Middle Ages". Please note that the order of the visits may change

      30 minutesAdmission not includedSee on map

    5. A stroll in the town center means discovering true jewels of art, among which Piazza della Cisterna, the Dome, Palazzo del Podestà and the Church of Sant'Agostino.

      30 minutesAdmission not included

    Meeting point

    The operator confirms the exact meeting point on your voucher.

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    Pickup

    • Everyone is picked up
    • 191 hotels are served
    • You can request another pickup address
    • The operator contacts you to arrange pickup

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • • Meeting point at 9 am at the Hotel in Florence, if centrally located (indicate the name of the Hotel) • The private Local guide in Siena is available for 2 hours • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and museums • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Clients should have the voucher • Please be aware that in case of no-show, the guide and/or the driver will wait for you for a maximum of 30 minutes from the tour departure time. After that time, if nobody informed us about the delay, they are entitled to leave and no refund will be granted to any client who is not at the departure point at the established time.

    Cancellation and refunds

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    Supplied by
    CAF Tour and Travel - Gray Line Florence
    Product code
    24283PRIVATE

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