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Chianti Safari: Off Road Tuscany Wine Tour with Lunch from Florence

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From sampling world-class wines to exploring the vineyards from which they came, there’s no better way for a foodie to spend their time in Tuscany than on a Chianti wine tour. Whether you’re a connoisseur or just a knowledgeable amateur, this excursion is not to be missed.

Highlights

Transportation in a customised four-wheel-drive vehicle through scenic, unmarked backroads

A full-day Chianti wine tour, including a delicious Tuscan lunch and several food tastings

A visit to the famous Chianti Classico region with an expert guide

A tour of two estates with a visit to the two historic villas with their enchanting gardens

Discussion of food and wine over lunch at a traditional Tuscan winery restaurant with breathtaking panoramic views

Full Itinerary

Chianti Wine Tour

On our Chianti wine tour you will enjoy a comprehensive introduction to the region and its local products while visiting two of the area’s best estates. As you sample the signature tipples, you’ll learn about the art of tasting and pairing with food.

Villa le Corti

Our first stop of the day is at a beautiful winery belonging to one of our prestigious Italian aristocratic families. Here we taste three wines paired with salumi (cured meats) – but first, there’s a fascinating guided tour of the historic cellars and the olive mill, which we will reach through underground tunnels that pass beneath the villa

Rignana

Now buckle up and get ready for some off-roading through ancient woodlands and rolling hills. Hop aboard ‘the Beast’ and take in the beautiful scenery, from the cypress trees to the rustic farms and churches, as we make our way to Rignana, a typical Tuscan restaurant and winery with stunning views. Get your taste buds ready for lunch of delicious food and red wine (and a blind olive oil tasting). You won’t want to leave!

Try Tuscan specialities with a 3-course lunch

Poggio Torselli

The adventure continues as we continue our drive through the incredible countryside on our way to our final stop of the day. Here you will take a tour of the impressive villa and hear about some incredible events that have happened here during the last 600 years and the famous families who have lived here. There will be time to relax and walk around the stunning grounds, soaking in the unique beauty and views, whilst learning more about wine before you sit for the final tasting of three wines paired with cheese. The perfect end to a truly unforgettable day.

MEETING POINT

Meeting point is in front of Biblioteca Nazionale (National Library) in Piazza dei Cavalleggeri. Look for your guide holding a Walkabout sign.

Departure Time: 8:30am or 9:00am

Departure from: Florence

Frequently Asked Questions

We run our tours with any number of people, rain or shine as we don't want a little bit of rain to ruin the chance for you to experience the beautiful places we take you to. If in extreme circumstances we have to cancel a tour, we will refund the price paid for the tour.

We regret that vegetarian or other alternative dietary requirements cannot be catered for.

We do not organise hotel pick-ups for difficulties with parking and scheduling, but our meeting point at the Biblioteca Nazionale (National Library) in Piazza Cavalleggeri is central and should be easy to get to. It is very close to Santa Croce church and square from which many hotels are located within easy walking distance of. Otherwise a taxi (you could ask your hotel to book it for you) would be the fastest option, dropping you off right at our office.

Our vehicle does not have a washroom. However the day is very well divided so that you are never too far from washrooms.

We always love to hear feedback about the tour! You can leave us a message on our Facebook page wall (find us at Walkabout Florence) or find us on TripAdvisor by searching for the Walkabout Florence Tours.

We have arranged an itinerary so that you will never spend too long on the vehicle. The longest ride of the day is about an hour.

Over the course of a the tour you will have the opportunity to taste 9 different wines.

It is always a good idea to book in advance in order to avoid the disappointment of the tour being fully booked.

Yes lunch is included in the price of the tour as well as all of the wine and food tastings.

With the tour being focused on wine & fine food we believe that this tour is not appropriate for children of any age. The minimum age is 18.

There is not so much walking involved in this tour and you will be transported by a 4WD vehicle.

Unfortunately we do not have the possibility to store luggage on the vehicle.

Once you have made your reservation and made the payment by credit card through our secure website, you will be able to print the information or save it to your mobile device to bring with you to the check-in.

If you would like to change the day of your tour, you may do so (depending on availability) up to 24 hours before the start of the tour with no extra fees.

Transport by 4WD customised, air-conditioned vehicle, expert tour leader with you all day, 9 different wine tastings, Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting, Cheese & Salumi tasting and a Traditional Tuscan lunch.

We suggest that you dress seasonally in comfortable to dressy-casual.

You will learn details about the Tuscan food and wine culture, about the wines and food that you taste during the day and about the history of wine and food in Tuscany.

We offer a full refund to any cancellation up to 24 hours before the departure time of the tour.

WHY BOOK DIRECT WITH US?

This is one of a selection of quality tours that we have carefully handcrafted based on the inspiration we draw from our passions, and we want to share them with you. We’re an independent business, so booking directly through Walkabout Florence is a fantastic way to support us.

Easy instant secure booking

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance

Mobile ticket accepted

WHAT'S INCLUDED?


Transportation by a customised and air conditioned four wheel drive vehicle


A tour from an expert guide


9 separate wine tastings


An extra virgin olive oil tasting


A sheep cheeses and salumi (cured meats) tasting


A traditional Tuscan lunch

THINGS TO NOTE

  • We regret that vegetarian or other alternative dietary requirements cannot be catered for
  • Due to uneven and steep surfaces, we are unable to accept anyone with walking difficulties or wheelchair user

PRIVATE TOURS

We can organize our Chianti Wine and Food Safari as a private tour with off roading but can also organise full day or half day tours exploring other incredible wine areas.

To find out more about possible combinations and prices please call us on
+39 055 2645746

or if you prefer you can email us at
info@walkaboutflorence.com

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Reviews of this experience from Tripadvisor

One of the best tours we have done!
One of the best tours we have done!
668ren_ev
We loved everything about this tour. First of all, we had a very knowledgeable tour guide, his name is Alex. He provided us with very interesting information and facts about the Chianti region. We drove in a comfortable van with leather seating and had a lovely driver. We visited several wineries and had the most amazing sceneries while driving around and visiting the wineries. We visited wine cellars and learned a lot about the process of wine making. The tastings were done in different settings and were all perfect! The different wines were pleasant to drink and the food pairing was beautifully done. We spend some free time in Greve, a charming village and had some really good gelato! This tour over exceeded our expectations and I think it is worth every penny! You won't be dissapointed. Thank you Alex, for making this a very memorable tour!
A perfect day in Chianti
A perfect day in Chianti
kristendnae
This tour far surpassed our expectations. There were only 9 of us and it felt like a private tour tailored just to us. Each of the 3 stops were unique and we learned so much. Martina was an amazing tour guide, super knowledgeable and fun. This was easily our favourite day on our trip through Italy.
Chianti Classico!!
Chianti Classico!!
Will H
Amazing scenery, wine and food to boot! Learnt way more about wine than we ever knew before. Would recommend splashing out on this one rather than some of the cheaper ones.
Amazing experience
Amazing experience
languer
We did this tour almost a year back and it was amazing. We got really busy right afterwards and completely forgot to review it, even though I had taken notes so we didn't forget it. We were looking back at some of the pictures today and that's when it hit us; how inconsiderate we had been for not posting this sooner. Stefano, the guide, was just superb. He explained every little detail and then some. As soon as we got on The Beast the trip took off to an experience that honestly was burned into our souls. Every time we buy wine we think about all the special things, labels, and details that go into it. And as funny as it may sound the same is true for olive oil. Who the heck would've thought we would also learn so much about olive oil as well. Whether you are by yourself in the region or with someone else. If you have the time you must do this. And if you don't, I recommend you make the time. It is just one of those experiences that seems to live with you. And make sure you ask for Stefano and that you look for The Beast.
Amazing tour with an amazing guide!
Amazing tour with an amazing guide!
mbagin
We visited three beautiful wineries throughout the Chianti region and our guide Gloria was amazing at telling the story of each one. She provided great detail in describing the processes used to produce the wine and olive oil. When it came to tasting, she made sure we knew what we were doing so we could identify the subtle flavours in the wines and olive oil that we tasted. We ended the day doing some shopping in Greve. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Florence and wants to go on a unique wine tasting experience!
Amazing experience
Amazing experience
carloseqg
This tour was one of our best experiences in Italy. It is a full day activity but they take you all over the Chianti area to have different wines and cheese. The lunch was unreal yummy with a great view. Alex was an amazing tour guide that you can just tell loves what he does and is great at it too. Honestly, they could charge triple the price and this tour would still be worth it.
Wonderful full day experience!
Wonderful full day experience!
V8466JHrebeccad
My husband and I booked this tour as part of our honeymoon. Alex was our guide and was extremely friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. We were fortunate enough to be in a group with only two other couples which made the experience even more special and personalized. Tasted many great cheeses, meats, and Chianti wines at three different wineries. Beautiful views and the off-road vehicle is very fun and comfortable. Alex guided us through all the pairings and we learned a lot about the wine making process as well. Highly recommend this tour! We even stopped in a small town on the way back to Florence where we were able to walk around on our own but we opted to stick with our group and try some Grappa as well as check out the amazing local butcher shop. Great day! Will be talking about this for years to come!
Great wine, even better guide!
Great wine, even better guide!
connorwebby
This tour is worth every penny. At first, the armored-looking vehicle seemed like it could be a gimmick. However, it really was useful and necessary for getting to some of the smaller and more remote stops, making it a highly memorable and less commercial feel. There is a nice balance of education and fun. The meal was delicious, and the view was even better But more than anything, it was our guide, Stefano, who made this trip worth it. Not only was he extremely knowledgeable in wine and olive oil, but he was legitimately one of the funniest people we me in Italy. GIVE THIS MAN A RAISE.
Beautiful Views, Delicious Food and Wine, and an Expert Guide
Beautiful Views, Delicious Food and Wine, and an Expert Guide
ssflores
I took a solo backpacking trip through Italy over the summer and decided to stop in Florence to visit Tuscany. The Chianti Wine Tour and our guide, Martina, exceeded all my expectations. Not only is Martina incredibly knowledgable, but she made sure we got to sample some of the best wine, meats, cheese, and olive oil Tuscany had to offer (and got to see some incredible views!). At the end of the tour, we stopped in a small town to shop at the market in case we wanted to bring anything back with us. I would highly recommend this tour if you are in Tuscany area and want to have an expert-guided wine and food tasting experience.
Wonderful Trip to the Chianti region
Wonderful Trip to the Chianti region
Erin H
We had an amazing time on this tour! We visited 3 different wineries throughout the day, one in the morning, one over lunchtime, and one in the afternoon. Each location was paired with wonderful cheese and meats; the second winery was also a restaurant where, in addition to tasting some great wines, we ate lunch and did an olive oil blind taste test. Our guide, Martina, was very informed on all things Chianti; we learned so much about both wine and olive oil while on the trip! On the way back to Florence, we stopped in Greve for an espresso and some light shopping. I would 100% recommend this to anyone looking for an introduction to the Chianti region.
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