Spend a day exploring medieval towns in Italy on a journey from Rome to San Gimignano and Siena. Visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites, taste the local Chianti and Vernaccia wines and absorb the history and culture of these unique towns.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 1 day: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English, Italian
Small group: Limited to 14 participants

Highlights

Spend a day exploring medieval towns in Italy
Visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Taste the local Chianti and Vernaccia wines

Full description

Travel through Italy on a full-day journey from Rome through the hills of Chianti to the cities of San Gimignano and Siena. Arriving in San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore its charming medieval streets and taste the world-famous white wine Vernaccia. Continue to the nearby town and visit a local winery for a Chianti tasting with local appetizers. Finally, make your way to Siena for a lovely wander around the historic center of the city, a well-deserved UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk along Piazza del Campo, the public square that's also home to the Palio di Siena horse race. Visit the Mangia Tower, and admire the cathedral's Romanesque-Gothic facade before beginning your trip back to Rome through the Tuscan countryside.

Includes

Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Driver/guide
Tasting of local products (wine and food)
Pick-up and drop-off

Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting point

Your hotel in Rome inside the Aurelian Walls.

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Important information

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Camera
Cash

Know before you go

The price of the tour includes a tasting of local products where you will get to sample food and wine, but does not include lunch
Tips are not included
The excursion is not affected by averse weather conditions
In order to improve the quality of services and to avoid delays in pick-ups, please be ready in the lobby of your hotel at the scheduled time

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4.7 /5

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Driver and guide were outstanding

Even though we had booked a semi private tour of Siena and San Gimignano our tour was cancelled the day before. Fortunately I was willing to pay for a private tour that allowed us a special experience even though a major portion of the Day was spent driving. We are seasoned travelers who would have spent more time in each destination rather than a brief walkabout. Lorie our guide and Johnny our driver were very adaptable and fun to have on our quick journey.

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From Rome: Siena & San Gimignano Semiprivate Day Trip

From Rome: Siena & San Gimignano Semiprivate Day Trip

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Driver and guide were outstanding