Siena
is a medieval masterpiece
Welcome to Siena
Siena is a city where the architecture soars, as do the souls of many of its visitors. Effectively a giant, open-air museum celebrating the Gothic, Siena has spiritual and secular monuments that have retained both their medieval forms and their extraordinary art collections, providing the visitor with plenty to marvel at. The city's historic contrade (districts) are marvellous too, being as close-knit and colourful today as they were in the 17th century, when their world-famous horse race, the Palio, was inaugurated. And within each contrada lie vibrant streets populated with artisanal boutiques, sweet-smelling pasticcerie (pastry shops) and tempting restaurants. It's a feast for the senses and an essential stop on every Tuscan itinerary.
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Tuscany 1-Day Sightseeing Tour with Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano
Meet your local guide before heading for the hills on a scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside. Your first stop for the day is gothic Siena, famous for its medieval streets. Choose to join a guided tour through the city(free entry inside the Cathedral is included). Or, alternatively, you're free to marvel the sights of Siena at your own pace, enjoy a drink in an open air cafe and meet the locals. Enjoy a stroll among Chianti vineyards, olive groves and wine cellars before indulging in a traditional Tuscan lunch amongst the Sienese hills where Chianti wine is produced. Surrounded by grapes vines you'll have the opportunity to meet fellow travelers while feasting on local foods including cold meats, salads, pasta and bread. A wine-tasting class will be held during lunch including free samples of wine and olive oil (which are also available for purchase). After lunch you will visit San Gimignano where you can roam the maze of cobbled streets and small squares, grab a gelato and walk between San Gimignano's famous 14 towers. Your final stop is Pisa, where you can take an up-close inspection of The Leaning Tower, view the Cathedral, the Baptistery and monumental Cemetery in Pisa before venturing back to Florence where your full-day tour concludes. Want to skip the long lines at the Leaning Tower of Pisa?Upgrade to the Tour & Leaning Tower of Pisa option and you’ll receive pre-booked entrance tickets. Go to the front of the queue at the Leaning Tower of Pisa without having to wait in line and experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to climb the world’s most titled tower. Leaning Tower of Pisa has 296 steps over 7 floors. The climb will take approximately 30 minutes. You will arrive in Pisa approx. 6pm and leave 6.50pm. Children aged 8 years and under are not permitted to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Chianti 1-Day Tour from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano, Greve
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: San Gimignano 1300, San Gimignano, TuscanyChianti Hill Top medieval Village, famous also for its towersDuration: 1 hourStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanyGuided tour of the historic center, starting from its most beautiful square, Piazza del Campo, of which the Palazzo Pubblico (Town Hall) is the focal point and a pleasant walk through the narrow medieval streets of the city, flanked by splendid palaces and historic shopsDuration: 45 minutesStop At: Il Palio, Siena, TuscanyThe “Contrade” (districts into which the city is divided) are the real core of local social life, where inhabitants of each district compete with each other, as they devote themselves to the preparation of the famous Palio horse-race. The Museum of a ”Contrada”, as well as its Oratory, is therefore the heart of the district. It is an intimate and secret place containing historical documents and wonderful relics of the famous Palio, as well as magnificent works of art, which are normally not disclosed to the publicDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Siena Cathedral, Siena, TuscanyThe spectacular Cathedral of the 12th century, of which we can admire the magnificent architecture and the splendor of the polychrome marbles. Interior visit depending on the selected option.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Monteriggioni, Monteriggioni, TuscanyThe charming historical hamlet of Monteriggioni, an amazing small medieval village enclosed by its famous walls, which remained standing to this dayDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Monteriggioni, Monteriggioni, TuscanyThen crossing the gently Chianti rolling hills, we will arrive to a cozy Winery, where taste four fantastic wines and sampling balsamic vinegar and “zero food miles” products , to end this memorable experience in the heart of Tuscany with delicious Tuscan flavorsDuration: 1 hour
Small-Group Tuscany Wine-Tasting Tour from Florence
The Tuscany Wine and Olive Oil Trail was born to give travelers the opportunity to enjoy the greater Wine area of Tuscany called “Chianti” and in particular the “Chianti Classico” one, with a selection of special wineries and the knowledge of a sommelier on board that will lead the way in the world of Chianti Wines and Olive Oil. Chianti Classico is one of the most known wines of the world with its unmistakable logo of the Black Rooster who guarantees the authentic taste of Tuscan wine; enjoy our small-group wine tour travelling in peace with our professional English speaking driver and comfortable Minivan car. The area explored is outstanding; with its olive groves, cypresses and vineyards that produce some of the best wines in the world with a blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and different varieties of red grapes blended differentely by the producers. During the day you will learn the different characteristics of wine, you will get to know how distinguish the acidity, the taste, and flavor pairing with food. This glorious trail will give you the chance to get acquainted with the history of wine and the secret of how to keep long lasting traditions alive. This experience includes the visit of an olive oil mill in an ancient noble estate, where you will enjoy a guided tour of their spaces in a unique mix of ancient and modern setting, learning about the processes involved in producing olive oil. A taste of their gourmet olive oil will reveal all the incredible flavors that their passion and work generate. After the olive oil experience you will discover two wineries and their cellars: a famous and glorious winery, with a spectacular cellar, and a fascinating small boutique winery. Both wineries boast international wine awards. The tour also includes the wine tastings at the wineries you will visit, a typical Tuscan meal (lunch or dinner depending if you choose the am or pm departure), many photo opportunities and the friendly feeling of a small and intimate group of wine lovers. Get to know the area of the great wines, get to know Tuscany, join the perfect experience for wine lovers.. the “Tuscany Wine and Olive Oil Trail”! The tour is very enjoyable for everyone, any age, but please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverage to teens under 18 y.o. so children under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
Siena, Pisa, and San Gimignano Tour with Lunch from Florence
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful squares of Italy, with its shell shape.It houses the incredible Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del MangiaDuration: 20 minutesStop At: Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, Siena, TuscanyAn incredible Gothic style architecture standing in the magnificent Piazza del CampoDuration: 10 minutesPass By: Torre del Mangia, Siena, TuscanyA stunning architecture that stands in Piazza del CampoStop At: Siena Cathedral, Siena, TuscanyOne of the most beautiful churches in Italy, with its Gothic-style architecture and its elegant white and green marble decorationsDuration: 15 minutesPass By: Chianti Road, TuscanyEnjoy breathtaking views of the chianti landscape while you travel on your busStop At: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, San Gimignano, TuscanyThe most famous Medieval hilltop villages in Italy, SAN GIMIGNANO, where you can explore the maze of cobbled streets, the small squares and many local artisan shops.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa, Province of Pisa, TuscanyOne of the symbols of ItalyDuration: 1 hourStop At: Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa, Province of Pisa, TuscanyAdmire the stunning Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Monumental Cemetery and also the chance to snap photographs of the celebrated Leaning Tower.Duration: 1 hour
Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tasting Tour from Siena
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productMeet at the starting point for Tuscan Escapes toursPass By: Tuscan Escapes - Day Tours, Siena, TuscanyVisit to the medieval AbbeyDuration: 20 minutesLocation: Abbazia di Sant'Antimo, Castelnuovo dell'Abate, Montalcino, TuscanyLeisure time in the hill town of MontalcinoDuration: 40 minutesLocation: Fortezza di Montalcino, Montalcino, Tuscany
Skip the Line: Siena Duomo and City Walking Tour
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Tuscan Escapes - Day Tours, Siena, TuscanyMeeting point for Tuscan Escapes toursStop At: Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico, Siena, TuscanyVisit the church interiors and see saint Catherines relicsDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Palazzo Chigi Saracini, Siena, TuscanyView the palace exteriorDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Piazza del Campo, Siena, TuscanySee the famous Piazza and learn about the Palio horse race that is held hereDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Siena Cathedral, Siena, TuscanyVisit the Duomo interior with your guideDuration: 40 minutes