Grape Escape Winery Tour

About this experience

The Grape Escape Winery Tour is a full-day guided excursion from Florence into the Tuscan countryside, visiting two working wineries and the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano. Tuscany is one of Italy's foremost wine-producing regions, home to Chianti Classico, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, and Brunello di Montalcino, and this tour routes through the rolling hills that define that landscape. For anyone planning things to do in Florence beyond the city's galleries and piazzas, a day in the surrounding countryside offers a different but equally well-documented side of the region. Across the two winery stops, guests taste eight different wines alongside three extra virgin olive oils, a balsamic vinegar, and a selection of Tuscan snacks, giving a broad cross-section of local produce rather than a single estate focus. San Gimignano, known for its surviving medieval towers and its Vernaccia white wine, is included as a walking stop between the winery visits. The format suits solo travellers and small groups equally, with the shared itinerary providing a natural setting to meet other visitors. Tickets cover transport from Florence, all tastings, and the guided stops throughout the day.

Highlights

• Guided by a local expert, enjoy tastings of 8 wines and Tuscan specialties at two renowned wineries.
• Sample extra virgin olive oil, 30-year-old balsamic vinegar, and classic bruschetta during your visit.
• Take in the rolling hills of Tuscany on a scenic drive, with free time to explore medieval San Gimignano.
• Learn about wine production and food pairings directly from passionate local producers.

What is included

• Local expert tour leader
• Wine tasting at 2 wineries
• 8 types of wine
• Tuscan product tastings
• Bruschetta with tomatoes
• Extra virgin olive oil tasting
• Free time in San Gimignano
• Private air-conditioned 8-seater minivan (option based)
• Small group (max 8 travelers) (option based)

Not included

• TIP_OR_GRATUITY
• Hotel/Hostel Pickup - dropoff
• Lunch

Before you go

Arrival and timing The tour departs from Parcheggio Oltrarno in Florence, so aim to arrive a few minutes before the scheduled start time to allow for a smooth group departure. As this is a full-day excursion, wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking around winery estates and the hilltop town of San Gimignano. During the tour You will visit two wineries across the day, with tastings of eight wines, three extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegar and Tuscan snacks provided at the venues. Photography is generally welcome outdoors and in winery grounds, though follow any guidance given by staff inside production or cellar areas. Pace yourself across the tastings, and make sure to eat the snacks provided, particularly if you are sensitive to alcohol on an empty stomach.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.