Day Trips from Siena to San Gimignano

Visit Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, and more on a customizable 8-hour private tour. After pickup from your Siena hotel, discover the Tuscan countryside in a luxury vehicle, complete with complimentary WiFi and refreshments. Given that you’re in the heart of Chianti Classico, a tasting at a local winery is highly recommended. But you're free to pick and choose which locations you’d like to visit and your guide will happily oblige.

Explore some of the most popular Tuscan hill towns on this day trip to Siena, San Gimignano, and Monteriggioni from Florence. Enjoy visiting each town independently while also having the round-trip transportation organized in advance. Learn about the famous region from the tour leader on board the bus, listening to informative commentary as you travel.

On this wine-tasting tour, you will sample some of the region’s best Tuscan wines. Every glass is perfectly paired with local cured meats, cheeses, and a homemade pasta dish, or a full course meal, depending which wine tasting experience you choose (please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions).

Take a day excursion to San Gimignano, Chianti, and Montalcino to experience the charm of the Tuscan countryside. Savor the best local blends during a wine tasting at a renowned Chianti winery. Optional lunch for an authentic gastronomic experience. Begin your full-day journey by seeing San Gimignano, well known as the City of Fine Towers. With your tour guide's insights, take advantage of your free time to explore the historical center and its artisan stores. Explore the birthplace of Vernaccia, the renowned white wine that is regarded as Italy's first DOCG wine, after that. Enjoy a sample of Chianti and you can choose to buy the optional lunch at a nearby winery. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Val d'Orcia before continuing on to Montalcino, which is famous for its panoramic vistas of Brunello grapes. Finish your tour by visiting a local wine cellar to experience the renowned Brunello di Montalcino.

Discover the medieval charm of Monteriggioni on a private luxury e-bike experience, ride scenic Tuscan roads, enjoy a curated lunch paired with fine wines, and end with an exclusive winery visit scheduled just for your group. More than a bike tour, this is a curated Tuscan experience for couples, families, and small groups seeking an authentic, relaxed, and elevated way to explore. Led by a professional local cycling guide, far from crowded routes, your ride is tailored to your pace, allowing you to fully enjoy the landscape and timeless atmosphere. Premium e-bikes ensure a smooth, accessible ride with minimal effort. The experience concludes with a refined lunch and wine pairing in a carefully selected winery, featuring a private dining room reserved for you and a private cellar visit without overlapping guests. A seamless Tuscan day blending cycling, culture, landscape, and fine wine — designed for comfort, privacy, and authenticity.

With no train station and spotty bus service, San Gimignano can be a hassle to reach from Siena. On this small-group tour, sip world-class wine and watch the sunset over Chianti and San Gimignano with stress-free transportation. Led by an expert guide, explore the medieval town of Monteriggioni and visit Chianti wineries for tastings. Then, head to the UNESCO-listed San Gimignano to see the sunset as you savor a traditional Tuscan dinner in a farmhouse overlooking the hills.

Visit San Gimignano and Volterra the easy way from Siena, on an intimate small-grop tour. Head to the hilltop town of Monteriggioni, then stop for a while in UNESCO World Heritage–listed San Gimignano, with its medieval towers and views over the Tuscan countryside. Drop into an alabaster workshop in Volterra, then indulge in a rustic lunch at a Tuscan farm. Learn about local history and culture along the way.

The Tuscan countryside is a premier hiking destination, but navigating unfamiliar trails and country roads on your own can be daunting. On this private hiking tour, explore the rolling hills and vineyards stress-free with a guide leading the way. Meet in Siena and transfer to the trailhead by minivan, setting off through the verdant countryside and past rustic villages. Take a break to relax over a classic lunch of Tuscan treats and then travel via minivan to San Gimignano for a stroll through town and along a stretch of the Via Francigena before the return ride to Siena.

Explore Tuscany outside Siena on this small-group day trip, visiting San Gimignano and Montalcino. Don't worry about hiring a car, as all transportation is arranged. Take a break from the city as you discover medieval architecture and scenic views of Tuscany, with ample free time in each of the hill towns. The tour also includes a visit to a Montalcino winery, with the opportunity to sample Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino.

Maximize time spent in Tuscany with this full-day small-group tour of Pisa and Lucca departing from Florence. Learn about Renaissance architecture from your guide and taste Tuscan wines in a small wine shop. Climb Pisa’s famous Leaning Tower (entry is included) and explore the city independently with free time before continuing on to Lucca to see the old town center on foot.

Spend a memorable day exploring Tuscany’s most famous landmarks and landscapes on a relaxed and well-balanced itinerary from Siena. Your journey begins with a comfortable transfer by air-conditioned coach through the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside. Reach Pisa, where you will have free time to explore the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire the world-famous Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery from the outside, and take your time capturing unforgettable photos. Continue your experience with a stop in the heart of Chianti, where you will enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch paired with a guided wine tasting at a local winery. In the afternoon, arrive in San Gimignano, one of Tuscany’s best-preserved medieval towns. On the way back from Pisa, you’ll pass through Florence before returning to Siena. This allows for a smooth and well-organized route across Tuscany.

Explore the enchanting Chianti wine region on a half-day tour from Siena, where rolling hills and lush vineyards create an idyllic backdrop. Visit Castellina in Chianti and enjoy exclusive wine tastings at renowned estates. This tour is tailored for wine lovers and nature enthusiasts, offering a rich cultural experience through Tuscany's famous landscapes. With expert multilingual guides, savor the essence of Chianti’s rich heritage and take in the stunning scenery that has inspired countless artists and wine aficionados.

Hop on a full-day private tour to Florence and San Gimignano from Siena. Your adventure kicks off with a drive from Siena to Florence to explore the city center. Take a guided walking tour of the historic center and see key landmarks, including the Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the Ponte Vecchio. Then, it's off to experience the medieval town of San Gimignano, known as the "medieval Manhattan."