Tuscany offers many memorable places in Europe. This region is rich in rolling countryside and lined with historic houses and is known as the residence to the Renaissance, beautiful ornate towns in Florence and Siena, and of course the beautiful art. But it is the most important characteristic of Tuscany – wines. The region is one of renowned wine regions worldwide where the Sangiovese grape is cultivated and produced with world-class DoCG wines including Brunello of Montalcino, Chianti Classico and Vernaccia of San Gimignano. Here are the 10 best Tuscany wine tours that MyTours in Italy has to offer!

1- Chianti Half Day Wine tour

The Chianti tour will allow you to explore the authenticity of the flavors of the Tuscan countryside and discover natural winemaking, to grasp the taste that a good glass of wine can convey. You’ll get to visit the wine cellars of two of the most renowned wineries, taste the top products of local farms, and be overwhelmed by the unique atmosphere that this corner of Tuscany offers, you will also be visiting an exclusive winery that you can only visit when you book one of our MyTour in Italy Chianti tours, and then you’ll end your day with a walk to the Castellina in Chianti to breathe the air of the village and explore its typical shops. Admire the rolling hills of Chianti and taste the products of an incredible land. These emotions have no time: this is why myTour in Italy offers you an intense journey that will make you appreciate and enjoy the value of Chianti in a half day full of authentic flavors and aromas. Click the link below to learn more about the Chianti Half Day Wine tour:

VIP Small-Group Super Tuscan Wine Tour from Florence



2- Private full day in Chianti

If you don’t feel like going on a Chianti tour with a group, then you can take one of myTour in Italy private tours in Chianti where you’ll have a full day to discover the savour of this wine region that is customized just for you! During the morning you and your guide will visit a winery to learn about wine production and you will enjoy a number of Tuscan wines and Grappa, as well as a selection of fantastic Tuscan olive oils. Afterwards, you’ll venture into an old medieval village for lunch and a stroll through the center of town. In the afternoon, you will visit one or more wineries to sample more great Tuscan wines. Your last stop will be at a wonderful old Castle or Ceramic workshop in the heart of Tuscany. A few things to note are there will be a moderate amount of walking so make sure you’re wearing comfortable shoes to walk in and it is highly recommended that you arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about the private full day tour in Chianti!

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3- Safari Chianti Experience

If you love Safaris then consider taking our Chianti safari experience! This safari is a unique experience, a combination of adrenalin and nature, and an unforgettable memory of Tuscany to bring back home and share with your friends. On this journey, you will explore unspoiled corners of the Tuscan countryside, which are impossible to reach by other means of transport. You will also have the chance to see ancient farmhouses, medieval castles, lovely hamlets and breath-taking scenery, see crystal clear streams while driving across windy paths in vineyards, and walk along a magnificent avenue of cypress trees, characteristic of the area not only of Chianti, but of all of Tuscany. Not only will you stop for a picnic at lunchtime completely immersed in nature, you’ll also have plenty of opportunities to take memorable photos and enjoy the magnificent day. A few things to take note are to arrive at your meeting point (Via della Resistenza, 95, 53035 Badesse SI) 15 minutes early and unfortunately, this experience is not available for customers in wheelchairs. This experience is guaranteed also with rain or cloudy day. It will be canceled only with wind or heavy rain, in this case, customers can get a full refund or choose another tour or reschedule this experience. Click the link below to learn more about this once in a lifetime experience!

Chianti Wine & Food Safari

4- San Gimignano, Chianti & Montalcino full day tour

If you want to check out the wine regions of Siena and explore the Tuscany villages, then our full day San Gimignano, Chianti & Montalcino tour is just for you! When you book this tour you’ll get to visit the town of San Gimignano, the wine territory of Chianti and the Montalcino fortress. The first part of your day will be dedicated to the territory of Siena and starts with a visit to San Gimignano, the city of a hundred towers and it is also a UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage site where your tour escort will give you all of the necessary information for enjoying your free time in the town’s historical center, where you will find local artisan shops and millenarian palazzos. The second part of your tour will have you briefly visiting Monteriggioni, the ancient crown-shaped fortress that adorned the head of Italy on the hold 100 lire currency where you will then go straight to a Chianti winery for a lunch of salami, cheeses and other local products, accompanied by a tasting of Chianti wines. The final part of your tour is where you will visit Montalcino, which from its hill dominates the 1500 hectares of Brunello vineyards that have contributed to making the area world-famous and visit a local wine cellar where we will taste the renowned Brunello of Montalcino. A few things to keep in mind are you must be able to climb and descend stairs and like all of our tours we highly recommend you arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about this amazing tour!

San Gimignano, Chianti & Brunello di Montalcino Full-Day Wine Tour with Tastings

5- San Gimignano, Siena & Chianti full day tour

When you book this full day tour you’ll get to visit the town of San Gimignano, the Chianti wine region, the medieval town of Siena and the well-preserved Monteriggioni castle. Your journey will start in Florence where you’ll meet our kind staff and travel straight to the town of San Gimignano and learn all about its history. The tour will continue with the Chianti area and the Medieval town of Siena, both of which are situated in the heart of Tuscany. You will learn about the region’s history and traditions, taste excellent food and wines, and find some of the most ancient Tuscan wine producers, family-run, still active for centuries. The tour will end with the visit to the marvelous Monteriggioni castle, a medieval fortress really well preserved that you may know also for the popular Assassin's Creed series. After which you’ll return to Florence where your tour will reach its end. A few things to keep in mind are there will be a moderate amount of walking, lunch is not included, and as always arrive at your meeting point (Florence Coach Station, Villa Costanza (Tram T1)) 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about this amazing tour!

Siena, S. Gimignano & Monteriggioni with Wine Tasting & optional Lunch



6- Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa with lunch

If you’re looking to visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa as well as Siena and San Gimignano in one day, then this tour is just for you! During this journey, you'll have the chance to admire the typical scenery of Tuscany, made of hills and cypresses. When you arrive in Pisa, you'll spend your free time admiring the beauty of Piazza dei Miracoli. The view of the Baptistery, Cathedral, and Leaning Tower will take your breath away. The white marble and the Leaning Tower will be the fantastic beginning of this day dedicated to Tuscany and some of its most beautiful and fascinating cities. You will then visit San Gimignano where its system of towers tells the glories of the powerful families. Near the end of your tour, you will visit Siena and then you’ll reach a winery in the Chianti Area, where you'll join a wine tasting and have the chance to taste different kinds of wine. Comfortable shoes and clothes are recommended for this tour as there will be moderate physical exertion because it is largely on foot and please arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about this tour!

From Florence: Full-Day Tuscan Wine Tour with Lunch

7- Val d'Orcia Original wine tour

Consider enjoying a full day of culture, wine, and delicious food by visiting the UNESCO destinations in Val d'Orcia, Tuscany where you’ll be able to taste the most famous and the best red wine near Montalcino. The tour will begin with a visit to a cellar near Montalcino, where you will taste a sampling of wines produced with a delicious snack consisting of local products and visit the village and its fortress. Then you will visit Pienza and Montepulciano, two artistic jewels that represent the landscape of Val d’Orcia. The tour will end with a visit to Montepulciano where the impressive Renaissance buildings and the refined beauty of its churches are intertwined with the ancient tradition of its wine. It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes as visiting the villages of Tuscany means walking more than usual, especially if you want to climb to the top of the Tower and please arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about this amazing tour!

Montalcino, Pienza & Montepulciano wine Tour from Siena

8- Dinner in the Chianti Vineyards

Do you love the Chianti region? If yes, then consider booking one of our dinners in the Chianti vineyards! A unique experience designed to give you only the best of what the Chianti region has to offer in its various declinations: the history, the landscapes, the wine and culinary traditions and the incomparable atmospheres, you will be surrounded by the splendid and charming landscape made of vineyard rows while enjoying a delicious typical dinner of local products and dishes. Upon your arrival you will be given a glass for you to carry along the visit of the farm’s wineries and thus enjoy a number of wine tastings on this small-scaled wine route. You will taste pappa al pomodoro or ribollita and a barbecue of meat and fresh seasonal vegetables from the farm as you let yourself get carried away by the warmth and fragrances of the barbecue and the perfumes of the grapevines, which will complete your dinner experience. Due to the moderate amount of walking to reach the main attraction sites, we recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes and in case of bad weather conditions the dinner will take place inside the estate’s restaurant. As always please arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click the link below to learn more about this incredible experience!

Florence: Dinner and Wine Tasting in a Tuscan Villa

9- Brunello Wine Tour

Brunello is considered to be one of the best wines in the world, and if you’re looking to try the best wine then our Brunello wine tour is just for you. When you book this tour you’ll get to enjoy a half day of culture, wine, and delicious food as you visit some of the most impressive destinations in Tuscany and you’ll have the opportunity to explore Montalcino and its stronghold and taste the world-famous Tuscany wines. You will be able to taste some of the most prestigious wines in the best wineries on the territory and to discover Montalcino and the wonderful surrounding area, so if you are a wine lover, you cannot pass up the opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world while in Italy. A couple things to keep in mind are that you must be able to climb and descend stairs and arrive at your meeting point (Siena Piazza Gramsci in front of Bar La Lizza) 15 minutes early! Click on the link below to learn more about this incredible tour!

Montepulciano Wine Tasting and Cellar Tour



10- Lucca: Guided E-Bike and Wine Tour

If you are able to rent an e-bike during your vacation, then consider booking our guided e-bike and wine tour in Lucca! Get on your e-bike and let’s go visit Lucca, its walls, and its vineyards in a funny way, over 4 km of cycle path all around the historic center. Our friendly and expert guide will give you an introduction to the city, its history, and its magnificent walls. You will have the opportunity to visit the ancient medieval walls of Lucca, which time ago protected the city from outside danger, and have a view of the symbolic monuments of Lucca, such as the “Duomo” di San Martino, the Church of San Michele, “piazza dell'Anfiteatro” and the city itself. After a taste of Lucca's old town and its attractions, your guide will easily lead you outside the walls, entering the surrounding countryside, among charming villages and family farms where you will find several wineries that boast products such as DOC red wines, DOC white wines, vin santo, and a delicious DOP extra virgin olive oil, famous for its "fruity, basically sweet but pungent flavor with a bitter aftertaste". The tour will continue in the cellar and in the vineyards with the wine tasting combined with typical local products such as bruschetta, meats, cheeses, and olive oil, typical Tuscan products! We recommend you wear comfortable clothing and arrive at your meeting point 15 minutes early. Click on the link below to learn more about this unique experience!

Lucca: Guided E-Bike and Wine Tour



We hope that one of these incredible wine tours will be geared toward your liking! Don’t forget to visit myTour in Italy to learn more about all of these tours and to decide which one you want to book.