Small Group Chianti at Sunset Wine Tasting Tour from Florence

Highlights

Taste food and wine at local establishments
Go with a guide: Explore without the stress of navigating
Wine tasting with sunset views of the Tuscan countryside
Small group size ensures a personal experience

Summary

This tour combines one of the most beautiful regions in Italy with the loveliest time of day for a memorable wine-tasting experience. Meet your professional driver and guide in front of the National Library( piazza Cavalleggieri, 1) and set off in an air-conditioned minivan along the Via Chiantigiana scenic route. Enjoy the views as you travel through a landscape of cypress trees, vineyards and charming villages tucked into the rolling hills. Your first stop is the well-preserved medieval village of Greve-in-Chianti, where you’ll have a chance to stretch your legs with a stroll around the historic town square and browse local shops. Continue on with a photo stop at lovely Montefioralle before arriving at your main destination, a family-run vineyard known for its excellent wines. Learn about traditional production methods on a cellar tour, and taste four different wines including Chianti Classico and other Super Tuscans. The tasting is scheduled to coincide with the golden hour before sunset, so you can enjoy world-class wines, along with a snack of bruschetta and cheese, while watching the honey-hued light settle over the vineyards. On the return drive to Florence, stop in the picturesque village of Badia a Passignano for more photos and a bit of local history. The 4-hour tour concludes with drop-off at the National Library in central Florence.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes

Why take this tour?

This half-day tour through Tuscany’s Chianti region is a popular and convenient choice for visitors with accommodations in Florence. After pickup from a central location in the city, take in sweeping views en route to your destinations—from medieval villages to an intimate tour of a family-run farm that features food and wine tastings at sunset. Going with a guide allows you to enjoy the evening without the worry of navigating.

What’s included?

Comfortable air-conditioned car or minivan - max 8 persons
Expert English-speaking driver
Visit to a Typical wine estate and wine tasting (4 wines, oil, cheese with marmalade, Chocolate
Vineyard tour
DINNER IN RESTAURANT AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO CHOOSE THE RELATED PRICE
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h 30m
Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Face masks required for travelers in public areas

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

ACCORD Italy Smart Tours & Experiences

About operator:

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