Top San Gimignano Shore Excursions

Step off your ship and into a waiting vehicle for a private tour of Siena and San Gimignano. Enjoy the drive through the Tuscan countryside to bustling Siena, walk its winding streets with your guide, visit the Duomo and central square, famous for the annual horse race. Next, head to the charming UNESCO-listed town of San Gimignano and immerse yourself in its medieval surroundings before returning to port in Livorno.

The 15-minute flight offers stunning views over Tenuta Torciano and its vineyards, passing over San Gimignano, Certaldo, and the Chianti vineyards. Upon landing, you'll return to Tenuta Torciano. Here, our wine instructor will greet you with a glass of wine and introduce you to the company's history. You will tour the cellars, barrel room, vineyards, and gardens. Depending on the season, you'll enjoy a delicious lunch either in the vineyard or in a private room inside the cellar. The lunch experience includes a vertical tasting of traditional Tuscan gourmet products, featuring special vintages and limited editions. During this time, you'll learn how to properly pair food and wine. The helicopter tour, visit, and lunch will take around 3 hours. - Appetizer: typical Tuscan cold cuts and cheeses with local bruschette - First Course: truffle lasagna or Tuscan ribollita with vegetables - Second Course: roastes meat with vegetable side dish - Dessert: cantuccini biscuits with dessert wine