Tours in Siena

Join us on an immersive and exclusive journey through time and relive the magic of the 17th-century banquets in Palazzo Chigi Zondadari, in the very heart of Siena. This guided tour and concert will allow you and a very intimate group of guests to explore the opulent Baroque music and art: expert guides will lead you through the sumptuous rooms of the Palace, where you will be treated to a carefully curated selection of works by renowned composers such as Monteverdi and Frescobaldi, performed by a talented soprano and accompanied by an authentic period instrument, the baroque guitar. The evening culminates in a special concert held just for you in the grand ballroom, where you will have a chance to conclude your evening by raising a toast with the artists and savoring a glass of wine from the Chigi Zondary family's very own cellars. Live like a noble for a night and let yourself be captivated by all the beauty Italian history, art, and opera can offer.

•Discover the highlights of Siena on a walking tour and enjoy skip-the-line tickets for the Cathedral Complex. •Enhance your experience with an extended tour of the Cathedral Complex, Crypt, and the Museum. •Explore medieval Siena on a guided walking tour and learn about the history behind the famous Palio horse race. •In a small group, marvel at the architectural highlights that dot Siena's skyline, including the renowned Duomo.

Our driver guide will collect you at your accommodation, ( No meeting points, we pick you up at your place! ) setting off toward Montalcino. Start this full-day tour with one lesser-known boutique vineyard with high-quality wines. You will taste all their full-bodied Brunello reds that make this region every wine lover’s dream. After your first tasting, take some time to explore the hilltop town of Montalcino, Explore medieval fortresses and Romanesque churches, stroll through the shops of artisan crafts (and cheeses!), or simply enjoy the breathtaking panorama of the Tuscan countryside. At the second winery, you will pair the exquisite Brunello with a special lunch featuring local specialties, meeting the winemakers that make the magic happen. Enjoy Pick-up & Drop-off at your accommodation 2 wine tastings at boutique wine cellars Lunch with wine pairings & local specialties Visit Montalcino Small group: limited to 8 guests English-speaking DRIVER GUIDE MERCEDES MINIVAN

On this afternoon and evening tour from Siena to Chianti and San Gimignano, explore the beautiful Chianti region – an area rich with dense oak forests and cypress trees – and discover its famous wine by visiting a local producer, touring their cellars and tasting their wines. Then head to the UNESCO World Heritage town of San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers. Enjoy the main sights and browse the streets and boutique stores just as the day's crowds begin to dwindle. Visit a local farm and enjoy a farm-to-table dinner of its products and wines during sunset, in a stunning location overlooking the San Gimignano towers and the rolling, vine-covered hills.

Combine Chianti's fine wines with its impressive castles on a full-day trip from Siena! Giving the rugged Tuscan landscape a remarkable grandeur, these stunning Italian castles are a must-see for any visitor to the region. With your expert guide, visit Castello di Brolio, renowned as the birthplace of Chianti wine. Sample the esteemed Chianti Classico wine, enjoy an authentic Italian lunch at a Tuscan wine estate and tour the cellars to learn about the passion behind this traditional wine directly from the producer. Enjoy some of the region’s best wines directly at the winery. Numbers are limited to eight people on your small-group trip, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your guide.

Experience the beauty of Tuscany in style while driving a vintage Fiat 500, the most classic Italian car. Visit Monteriggioni and cruise through the gorgeous hills of Chianti, stopping at a local winery for a wonderful Italian lunch with wine. You’ll follow your guide in a caravan, with three adults per car. Numbers are limited to 12 on this full-day small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience.

Immerse yourself in a small group cooking class at local's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Siena cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wines. During the lesson the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Siena recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Two magic hours to discover the city with Your children! Children and adults will learn the city's history having fun and being enriched by anecdotes and legends from the Middle Ages! Magic is hiding in plain sight.... Stroll around the streets of Siena to discover the mysteries, reach the ancient castle and discover the symbol of Siena, the she-wolf, which from the top of its columns protects us. Learn about the 17 districts that we call Contrade and find the animals that represent them. The Contrade participate to the horse race twice a year, an incredible event! Have fun to watch the videos, find the stables where the horses sleep for four days and the little fountains hidden through the streets where the Sienese are baptized.

To fully experience la "Bella vita", you need to get out of the city. Taste the local wines & tour the cellars of select family-run, boutique vineyards with high-quality production. Get picked up at your hotel in Siena (or anywhere within Siena province) & venture into the Tuscan countryside with a small group and a local guide Together you’ll visit two vineyards in the rolling hills of Tuscany, both boutique wineries specializing in Montepulciano reds. From there you’ll head to the enchanting Medieval town of Montepulciano, where you’ll visit a first historic winery with underground cellar or a family run boutique winery! Lunch will take place in yet another, Nobile di Montepulciano winery, where you can enjoy traditional Tuscan delicacies in a really complete lunch (3-4 Courses) paired with the great wines produced in this region since the XVI Century.

This is a semi- private with maximum 6 people in tour so you will have all the attention you need. This tours will give you the advantages to truly enjoy the experience and not have to be in a crowded bus and follow a strict schedule . We will visit 2 beautiful boutique family owned wineries in a relaxed atmosphere and meeting the locals. You will taste top rated wines like Chianti Classico & Brunello di Montalcino while enjoying beautiful views and learning all the secrets of the best wine regions in the world.

* Only small, authentic, family-run activities * Off-the-beaten path itineraries * Private, exclusive, customizable, flexible, door-to-door tour of Pienza, Val d'Orcia, Montalcino * Local, small wineries for private visit and wine tastings * 8 hours * Very knowledgeable English speaking local drivers

One day bike tour to discover the Chianti region, one of the most important wine area in the world, for the quality of its wines and beauty of the landscapes. Chianti offers a unique landscapes: gentle hills covered by vineyards and olive groves, small stone villages and farm houses. We'll start biking in the hearth of Chianti Classico, only 20 minutes from Siena, during the bike tour we will reach the Castle of Brolio, owned by the Ricasoli family since 1141, and the small villages of Villa a Sesta. We will stop then in a local winery for a Chianti wine tour and tasting. The tour includes also the lunch in local restaurant located at Castelnuovo Berardenga.

Have a private vehicle pick you up from your Siena accommodation and enjoy a full-day transfer to Rome in the company of your driver guide with enroute stops in Montepulciano and Orvieto. Spend leisure time visiting the hilltop town of Montepulciano and marveling at the beautiful views as well as the town's squares, streets and stores of local crafts and products as well as wineries to taste the local Vino Nobile DOCG wine. Travel on to the Etruscan town of Orvieto to savor the rich cuisine in one of its many trattorias or restaurants (not included) before taking in the wonderful sights like the city Duomo. Final transfer to Rome for a full-day of sights (7 hours).

Discover with me the unknown and most fascinating Siena with this unique and unusual tour. SECRET SIENA WALKING TOUR, is my favorite to discover history, art and architecture of this wonderful medieval town,away from the crowded tourist routes. Uncover hidden squares, medieval alleys, 14° century perfectly preserved palaces, courtyards and ancient fountains with bewitching legends Enjoy the breathtaking views of Siena, perfect for unforgettable photos and peaceful and suggestive corners. Learn the stories about ancient noble families, medieval pilgrims and ancient disappeared monasteries Explore the territory of a Contrada to know the history of Palio race and visit, if you like, its private museum that I can book for you( tickets not included).

This is a semi-private which means a maximum of 6 people in tour, so you will have a private vehicle and all the attention you need to enjoy your trip with a five-star service. This experience will give you the advantages to truly enjoy the tour instead of the big bus tours where you have to follow a strict schedule. So relax while we discover the history of the Chianti region, visit the Fortress of Montalcino or upgrade your tour and taste Brunello wine in a boutique winery family owned. You will taste amazing wines and delicious Tuscan products like Pecorino cheese, Bruschetta, Salame and Virgin olive oil. You will also enjoy a private tour of the historic cellar and learn about the wine production process in a charming atmosphere . All the tour is performed by a licensed tour guide that will make you feel like a local.

Pienza and  Montepulciano Wine Tour - Experiences 1-day exciting trip in Valdorcia Join us for a firsthand look into the wine cellars producing world-class reds, including the famous Nobile di Montepulciano (DOCG) and Super Tuscan, the “king” of Tuscan wines. We can’t wait to show you, your family, or your friends this extraordinary place that we call home. Tour Length: 7/8 hours. Days of Week: Everyday Departure Point: From your accommodation - pick-up and drop-off in Siena, Pienza , Montepulciano, Chianti Area, or South of Siena province. Departure Time: From Siena or nearby 09.00/09.30 AM Note: During this excursion, transport will be made in a Mercedes 9-seat minivan which offers maximum comfort, with air-conditioning, large panoramic windows, and comfortable seats. Unless you don't specify you want to remain private, the experience will be semi-private so max 8 people on a Mercedes minivan Popularity: *****  (best-seller wine and food tour in Tuscany)

Your driver will come to your accommodation around 930 to whisk you off to your first wine tour and tasting. During the day we will escort you to three wineries to see the differences in production methods and sample each wineries products. A lunch stop will be included at a local restaurant with the tour continuing after lunch. If you have a preference for smaller, less known producers let me know at time of booking and I will concentrate the afternoons bookings with this in mind. Suitable for 1 to 8 people. We provide the driver/vehicle, winery tickets & the knowledge you need. Tour approx. 930 thru 530pm. Lunch stop included in the tour (cost of lunch not included). This is a private tour, you are not joining another group! Specific wineries are subject to availability! Tours not in the summer season may require different wineries due to opening periods. Listed wineries are for the Chianti version, the Montalcino version will includes 3 Brunello producers

Explore the enchanting Chianti region during your trip from Siena to Florence with our expert local driver, aboard a comfortable Minivan with a large trunk. Immerse yourself in the picturesque Tuscan landscape adorned with rolling hills, vineyards, cypresses, olive trees, and sunflowers. Itinerary: • Private collection at the indicated address. • 1st stop at the Monteriggioni Castle, an invincible castle and ancient outpost built by the Republic of Siena, serving as a strategic control point along the historic Via Francigena (the medieval road once traveled by Crusader soldiers and pilgrims). • 2nd stop in San Gimignano, a true open-air museum, famous worldwide for its valuable medieval towers and typical shops managed by expert craftsmen. If you wish, you can ask our driver to make an additional stop in the cellar to enjoy a typical lunch or a fine wine tasting, with an additional cost based on the extended time. This is our beautiful Tuscany for you !

Travelling in Val d'Orcia is an unforgettable experience. Your eyes become dazzled by the beauty of the colours of this land, unsurprisingly a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This tour has been created for you to discover the most painted corner of Tuscany, made of enchanted landscapes, tree-lined avenues. Sunrises and sunsets of extraordinary, unique colours in the world are one great addition when wandering the road from Montalcino through Pienza, considered one of the most amazing routes of Italy.

Where picturesque views and breathtaking scenery met art and an outstanding food tradition, we are in Val d’Orcia, unsurprisingly UNESCO world heritage. Driving around rolling hills and cypresses linen road, we will focus on tracking down the highest quality Pecorino cheese and red wines. We will head first to Montepulciano, the city, full of elegant Renaissance palaces, ancient churches, charming squares and hidden corners, boasts vast panoramas all over the wonderful Val d'Orcia and Val di Chiana valleys that surround it. Then it's the turn of Montalcino, medieval village that offers many attractions, from monuments to exquisite wines, this is the land of Brunello, top quality wine that has made this village famous all over the world. A local winery will host us, after a guided tour of the cellar, we will have lunch in an relaxing contest pairing typical Tuscan food with their Brunello wines.

Culinary tradition is a protagonist of Tuscan culture, and a major part of the experience visiting the region. We will be hosted in an organic farm, in the heart of Chianti Classico area. A typical farmhouse where a Tuscan family lives since many generations. It’s a charming set up, surrounded by rows of vines, olive groves, flowers and vegetable gardens. Here we will have to roll our sleeves up and start cooking our meal. With the help of a local Tuscan Lady you will learn traditional secrets of our cuisine as well as cooking techniques. Success is guaranteed. Starters like bruschettas and crostini, cold cuts, cheeses and their pairing with honeys and jams. Pasta, and its fascinating world. We will make our own fresh home-made pasta from scratches, the old-fashioned way with a wooden rolling pin! Since any great meal ends with a dessert, we will be making something traditional to be enjoyed at the end of our lunch too. A tasting of various wines

ATV Excursion in the hearth of Tuscany, in province of Siena, in Crete Senesi UNESCO heritage, between Chianti and Val d'Orcia

Savor Siena offers a chance to not only taste, but to learn about Tuscany’s wealth of foods, with a particular focus on what's Sienese. See how the local foods tie into local Tuscan culture and history, and enjoy many delicious bites of local savory and sweet products and wine with your local expert guide. The food and wine class is partly a tour around town to taste from local vendors and discover the hot spots for foodies so you will need to be physically fit to walk around a mile.

Siena is a magical place! And with the local host, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await! Dive into the origin of Siena as you see the city’s main landmarks like Duomo di Siena, Piccolomini Library, and Piazza del Campo. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Experience your host's Siena to the max based on his/her passions and expertise! Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Siena. Remember, the locals know best. The best part of any city tour is the unique stories. Do you feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Siena, your Siena!