Florence: Great Chianti Wine and Olive Oil Trail with Lunch
Discover Tuscany’s wine paradise on a small-group tour from Florence, crafted by Towns of Italy. Travel in a luxury Mercedes minivan through the Chianti Classico region, where vineyards, olive trees, and medieval villages shape a timeless landscape.
Visit three award-winning wineries, taste Chianti and Chianti Classico wines, explore cellars, walk through vineyards, and enjoy a gourmet 3-course Tuscan lunch at a boutique estate. Learn the secrets of olive oil at a historic property and explore the charming village of Greve in Chianti.
Become a sommelier for a day as you learn to evaluate wine like a pro, surrounded by breathtaking views of castles and hills.
Upgrade to a semi-private version (max 8 guests), led by a certified wine expert, with premium tastings, in-depth cellar visits, and a special focus on bold, elegant Supertuscan wines.
Options
Semi-private Supertuscan Wine
Crave deeper wine knowledge?: Upgrade to a semi-private tour (max 8). Taste Supertuscans, visit hidden cellars, and enjoy a wine experience with an expert
What's included in Florence: Great Chianti Wine and Olive Oil Trail with Lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
FlorencePass-by Only
Begin your day with a warm welcome in Florence, where you’ll meet your professional guide. Settle into your comfortable Mercedes minibus and enjoy a relaxing drive through the rolling hills of Tuscany. Along the way, your guide will introduce you to the world of Chianti Classico, preparing your palate for a day filled with flavor, tradition, and breathtaking landscapes.
Strada in Chianti
Stop at an ancient noble estate nestled among olive groves and cypresses. Here, you’ll take a guided tour of a beautifully preserved olive oil mill that blends centuries-old tradition with modern techniques. Learn how extra virgin olive oil is produced, from harvest to press, and enjoy a guided tasting session of premium oils. Discover how texture, color, and flavor vary by terrain and production methods, and learn to pair olive oil with food like a local.
Strada in Chianti
Head to a boutique winery in the heart of Chianti Classico. Walk through historic cellars and sun-drenched vineyards as your sommelier explains how Sangiovese, Canaiolo, and other native grapes are blended to create one of the most famous wines in the world. Enjoy a tasting of selected vintages, learning how to assess aroma, structure, acidity, and finish — all while surrounded by views of the Tuscan countryside.
Inclusions
- Semi-private upgrade (max 8 ) with certified expert & Supertuscan wines focus (if option chosen))
- English-speaking driver
- 3-course Typical Tuscan meal
- Guided tour of an olive oil mill and tastings
- Round-trip transportation from Florence on a luxury Mercedes Minibus with free WIFI
- Guided tour to an iconic Tuscan village and to 3 wineries and tasting
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Tips are optional and at the discretion of the customer
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The tour runs rain or shine
- No-shows will not be refunded
- Please note that Italy's law doesn't permit selling alcoholic beverage to teens under 18 y.o. so clients under this age will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
- We love pets, but to ensure everyone's comfort and safety, we kindly ask that you leave your furry friends at home for this tour.
- Please meet our staff at meeting point in Florence 15 minutes before the tour departure time
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Florence - Via dei Vagellai, 22 red, corner with Piazza Mentana (opposite to the Arno River)
