Wine, Gelato & Cheese in San Gimignano from Florence [MAX 8pp]

You're still finishing your cappuccino when your driver arrives in front of your hotel with and a Mercedes van heading out through the cypress hills to San Gimignano. We get there before the crowds wake the place up , your driver host walk in with you. That long line at Dondoli the two-time Gelato World Champion? You skip it. Yours is already in your hand. Then down into a cellar from the 1400s at Forme d'Arte, where you taste pecorino the way it's meant to taste. And while the standard tours are already heading back to Florence, your day is just getting good: Cantina Torciano 8+ wines, the estate's own oils and vinegars, and a full Tuscan dinner. Antipasto to dolce. All of it. Door to door. No buses. No lines. Hold your spot now. Change your mind any time up to 24 hours before, and I'll give you every euro back.

1. 1

   Tuscany

   50 min

   Leave the crowds behind as your private Mercedes van winds through the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. Cypress-lined roads, golden vineyards, and stone farmhouses unfold beyond your window — the Tuscany you've always pictured, finally real. Sit back, relax, and let the landscape do the talking.

2. 2

   San Gimignano

   2.5 hours

   San Gimignano: 14 stone towers rise above the Val d'Elsa. Walk brick alleys to Piazza della Cisterna’s octagonal well. See 14th-century frescoes inside the Collegiata. Taste cold Vernaccia white wine and local red saffron. Our Mercedes van climbs these Tuscan hills for 8 guests. This UNESCO site preserves medieval walls, paved squares, and heavy iron gates. No tour buses; just granite steps, ancient oak doors, and the scent of pressed grapes.

3. 3

   Forme d'Arte - Formaggi

   20 min

   Now, roll up your sleeves because you’re not just spectators today—you are the cheesemakers. We’re using 100% raw sheep’s milk from these hills. You will personally add the rennet, stir the cauldron, and break the curd with your own hands. It’s a physical, ancient process that hasn't changed in centuries. The best part? After the work, we’ll taste the results paired with local honey and wine. It’s the most authentic way to actually 'touch' Tuscan history. Ready to get your hands messy?

4. 4

   Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta - Duomo di San Gimignano

   Pass by

   Discover during your free time the main cathedral of the town

5. 5

   Torre Grossa (o Torre del palazzo del Podesta)

   15 min

   During your free time you will be able to reach the top of the highest tower in town

6. 6

   Stop 6

   15 min

   Step into Gelateria Dondoli, the two-time Gelato World Champion, in the heart of medieval San Gimignano. While everyone else waits 20 or 30 minutes in line, you'll walk straight past the crowd — your tasting is already included. Just savor it under the ancient towers, no queue, no rush.

7. 7

   Tuscany

   15 min

   We're now driving through the Chianti hills. Look out the windows: those are the Sangiovese vineyards used for Chianti wine. You’ll also see plenty of olive groves and typical cypress trees along the way. It’s the heart of the Tuscan countryside. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the view from the van.

8. 8

   Tenuta Torciano

   1.5 hours

   At Cantina Torciano you'll taste more than eight different wines, including the noble Chianti, paired with a full Tuscan dinner: antipasto, primo, secondo, and dessert, all included. You'll also sample estate olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars, straight from the source. It's not a tasting — it's a long, unhurried Tuscan table, the way it's meant to be. Note: This is the experience when you choose the Evening Tour. During the Morning Tour (departure at 8:00), the winery stop features a wine tasting paired with estate olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, and a Tuscan antipasto.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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