Escorted Tour: Chianti Winery, Montefioralle, and Greve in Chianti

Highlights

Convenient round-trip transportation from the train station in Florence
Visit the Tuscan countryside with a native speaker
Get off the beaten path in Montefioralle and Greve in Chianti
Taste Chianti wine and learn about how Sangiovese grapes are grown

Summary

Choose between a morning or afternoon departure for this tour of the Tuscan countryside and meet your dedicated guide at the main train station in Florence. The first stop is Montefioralle, a hilltop town known for its striking castle with views extending over the countryside. In the town of Greve in Chianti, enjoy free time to wander and browse through charming shops. On a Saturday, the town’s market offers tastes of Tuscany and souvenirs. For an additional expense, your guide can set up a wine or olive oil tasting in Greve. A classic Tuscan winery is the final stop on this tour. Learn about how Sangiovese grapes are grown and taste several wines along with olive oil and vinegar. Afterward, return to the pick-up point in Florence.

Tour info

Duration

5 hours

Why take this tour?

Explore the Chianti region of Tuscany during this private tour from Florence. Visit the town of Greve in Chianti and the Montefioralle castle before kicking back at a local winery to learn about how Sangiovese grapes are grown and sample local wine, olive oil, and vinegar. Round-trip private transportation from the Florence train station is included, or arrange for pick up from your accommodation.