From Siena: San Gimignano, Montalcino & Wine Tasting – Tuscany, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

The first part of your full-day tour begins with a visit to the walled medieval town of San Gimignano, the City of Fine Towers. Armed with helpful information from your tour escort you’ll have free time to explore the town’s historical center and browse its artisan shops.
Visit San Gimignano, the birthplace of Vernaccia, a white wine produced exclusively in the area. The wine is noted for its high quality and for being the first Italian DOCG wine. Afterwards, stop at a winery for a lunch of salami, cheese, and other local products, accompanied by Chianti tasting. 
Discover Val d’Orcia, another Tuscan jewel and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue on to Montalcino, perched on a hill overlooking 1,500 hectares of Brunello vineyards that have contributed to the area’s international reputation.
Finally, enter a local wine cellar, where you’ll have a chance to taste the renowned Brunello of Montalcino, rated among the finest Italian DOCG wines. Sample other typical local products as well.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Taste the delicious flavors of local salami, cheese, and more
Marvel at the walled medieval town of San Gimignano
Explore the Chianti region; enjoy a wine tasting and light lunch
Taste world-renowned Brunello of Montalcino at a wine cellar
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val d’Orcia

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