PRIVATE TOUR: Pisa & Siena in one day with Wine tasting & Lunch in Chianti

9 hours

Group

What you’ll do

Spend one day accross the "Rolling hills of Chianti", visiting Pisa and Siena with our private driver. A wonderful Experience between art, wine and local food to discover vineyards, towers, legends and typical tuscan farms. • Meet our driver at your location and let you drive until the Leaning Tower in Pisa. In Pisa visit also "Piazza dei Miracoli" with the famous Duomo and the wonderful Baptistery. •Later we wiil move at a typical Tuscan Farm, to understand the secrets of wine production and enjoy a lunch with homemade pasta and the best wines of our Region. • After lunch, we'll drive through the sweet Siena hills, amidst olive groves, cypress trees and vineyards up to Siena. Siena is well known for its gorgeous architecture and beautiful main square: "Piazza del Campo".Siena has a historic city centre that has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Siena is also known for its legendary Palio horse race that takes place twice a year and draws hundreds of spectators.

Itinerary

Embark on a Tuscan adventure with our driver, who will pick you up from your hotel or chosen location, be it a B&B or private flat. The first stop is in Pisa, allowing for a self-guided visit of 1 hour near "Piazza dei Miracoli."

Here, take in the marvels of the iconic Leaning Tower, capturing its beauty through photographs. Explore the other remarkable buildings that grace the Field of Miracles, including the breathtaking Baptistery and splendid Cathedral. The Leaning Tower, with its intriguing history, began its lean during construction in the 12th century due to soft ground, a challenge that persisted through the completion of construction in the 14th century. Stabilization efforts between 1993 and 2001 reduced the tilt to 3.97 degrees.

Departing from Pisa, our journey continues as we drive through one of the most enchanting "Tuscan wine roads." Winding through the sweet hills of Siena, you'll be surrounded by the picturesque landscape adorned with olive groves, cypress trees, and sprawling vineyards. The route leads us to a typical Tuscan farm, where you can immerse yourself in the authentic charm of the region.

For lunch, our destination is a typical Tuscan family-run organic farm, promising an authentic experience. Here, you will indulge in a genuine lunch accompanied by a tasting of 5 wines. This immersive Italian encounter allows you to discover the best combinations of wine and food, uncover the secrets of Italian cuisine, explore Tuscan winemaking techniques, and more.

Summary:

Tuscan lunch featuring bruschetta, lasagna, or homemade pasta, cured meats, hams, pecorino cheese, dessert, and more.

During lunch:

Wine tasting includes Chianti, Chianti Riserva, Sangiovese, and Vernaccia.

Tastings of extra virgin olive oil.

Olive oil tastings, including pepper and truffle varieties.

Balsamic vinegar and truffle oil tastings.

This delightful experience encapsulates the essence of Tuscan gastronomy and winemaking, offering a feast for the senses.

In the afternoon, our journey continues to the historic city of Siena, where you'll embark on a self-guided tour lasting 1.5 hours. Siena, a captivating city in the region of Tuscany and the capital of the province, is renowned for its splendid architecture and the enchanting main square – the Piazza del Campo. The historic city center of Siena has earned the prestigious designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Siena is further distinguished by the legendary Palio horse race, a biannual event that attracts hundreds of spectators. Explore the cultural richness and architectural wonders of Siena during your self-guided tour. As the visit concludes, we will return to your respective locations, wrapping up a day filled with Tuscan charm, art, and history.