Top Siena Day Trips - page 2

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

See the top sights in Siena without the hassle of a guidebook or map with this small-group walking tour through the medieval old town. Join your local guide for a stroll along picturesque historic lanes to take in landmarks like the Piazza del Campo, Basilica of San Domenico, and Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena. Opt to add on a visit to the city’s magnificent Cathedral, rich in artworks by Renaissance masters.

Take a break from the crowds in Siena, and spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino on this group tour. Don't worry about hiring a car to get there, with transportation all sorted. Learn about Brunello di Montalcino wine and its production, along with wine tastings paired with local snacks. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from this hill town as you discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.

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.

Get up close and personal with Tuscany’s ineffable scenery, and explore with ease, on a full-day tour by electric bike. Meet your guide in Siena, get familiar with your bike and helmet, and head into the Chianti Hills. With just a small group for company, set off on a tour of the countryside, visit a restored monastery, and head to a local farm/winery, where you can enjoy a traditional meal and generous wine tasting.

Explore Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its stunning landscapes, art, and rich food traditions on this private tour. Visit Montalcino, home of the renowned Brunello wine, where you'll enjoy a guided winery tour and lunch. Then, head to Montepulciano, a medieval city with Renaissance palaces and sweeping valley views, famous for its Vino Nobile wine. Enjoy wine tastings in both towns while taking in their historical and scenic beauty.

Have a special night in Chianti's vineyards, enjoying dinner under the stars. Visit the farm's wineries for wine tastings, and savor local dishes in a cozy setting with candles. Have a BBQ with fresh farm food and taste Chianti's red wine. Allow the warmth of the barbecue, the fragrances in the air, and the essence of the grapevines to elevate your dining experience. The charming rural setting ensures a relaxing evening in the vineyards located in the stunning Chianti region.

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.

If you’re staying in Siena but still want a deep dive into one of Florence’s top attractions, this tour of Florence Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore) is made for you. Round-trip train tickets are included, so you don’t have to navigate booking websites in another language, while a guided tour of the cathedral helps you learn much more than you would alone.

Get an extra boost from your electric bike on a half-day bike tour of the Chianti region. Follow your guide through a picturesque landscape of gentle hills with vineyards, olive groves, and small villages, stopping at a 12th-century castle and a winery. Your tour includes a wine tasting, bottled water, and use of all necessary equipment.

On this wine-tasting tour, you will sample some of the region’s best prosecco, rosé, and a variety of Tuscan red wines. Every glass is perfectly paired with local cured meats, cheeses, and various homemade pasta dishes (please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions). As you make your way through the villa’s multiple tasting rooms, you will discover that the Corbucci Wine Boutique not only produces excellent wine, they also make several other exceptional products, including limoncello, grappa, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. All products are made from the finest, local ingredients and crafted with expert care. All good things must come to an end, and so must this tour. But there is no better way to conclude a wine-tasting experience than with a little more wine. To finish what promises to be an already wonderful experience, your gracious hosts will invite you to join them in raising a glass of Vin Santo—a traditional Tuscan dessert wine—to send you off with a sweet goodbye.

Explore southern Tuscany with your own private guide on a full-day wine and food tour from Siena. Visit Pienza, Val d'Orcia, Montalcino, and more as you take in small towns, a 14th-century monastery, and sample Brunello di Montalcino, the famous wine of the region. Ride in comfort in a luxury vehicle with a private guide who shares the best of the region.

Explore the landscape of Tuscany on a private, full-day cycling tour from Siena. With the full attention of your guide, follow a route along the Via Francigena, an ancient pilgrimage route that once linked Canterbury to Rome and a popular destination for photographers. Rest and refuel after a day of activity with a three-course lunch and wine pairings at a Tuscan vineyard. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Discover the history of the Chianti region, visit Montalcino's medieval fortress, and enjoy a scenic drive through Val d'Orcia on this small-group tour from Siena. Taste Chianti Classico and Brunello wines paired with Pecorino cheese, bruschetta, salame, and extra virgin olive oil. Explore the historic cellar and learn about the wine production process in a boutique family-owned winery.

Take off your shoes and - literally - immerse yourself into ancient Tuscan culture on a grape stomping excursion to the Chianti hills.  In addition to grinding grapes into juice with your bare feet, you’ll also get an up close look at life at a Tuscan winery. A visit to the wine cellar and tasting is also included. After you’ve stomped to your heart’s content, replenish your strength with a homemade lunch.

This private tour is designed to offer an authentic experience with maximum comfort and local insight. It starts directly from your hotel in a fully licensed Mercedes van with air conditioning for a smooth and relaxing ride. Accompanied by a professional driver-guide-certified sommelier, fluent in English and Italian born and raised in the Montalcino area. Travel through the stunning Val d’Orcia admired worldwide for its rolling hills and iconic landscapes. The highlight of the tour is an exclusive visit to a family-owned, organic Brunello winery, where you will walk through the vineyards, tour the cellars, and enjoy a guided tasting of selected red wines, including the celebrated Brunello di Montalcino, accompanied by a tasting extra virgin olive oil. The experience concludes with free time in the medieval town of Montalcino, the heart of the Brunello wine region, where you can explore historic streets, admire monuments, and browse charming local shops at your own pace.

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."

This is an exclusive tour for you and your loved ones and, comfortably seated in the car you can enjoy the beauty of the places. In fact, we will see fascinating landscapes that are a little lost in time. In fact, the Maremma, in addition to being considered the new Eldorado for its powerful and elegant wines, offers wild and splendid landscapes. The typical local cuisine is Mediterranean. The people of Maremma are the most outspoken in Italy. Furthermore, the story I told will take us back in time to the Etruscans. As our ancestral ancestors did, you can, if you wish, take a thermal bath in the Saturnia waterfalls. New shower and toilet rooms available.

In the heart of Tuscany and Chianti. Hills, vineyards, unspoiled nature. Intact medieval cities. Unforgettable atmospheres.

Visit two of Tuscany's beautiful hilltop towns, plus enjoy tours and tastings at boutique wineries in Chianti and Montalcino on this small-group tour from Siena. All transport is included for a hassle-free experience, with free time to explore Pienza. Sample top Chianti, Brunello, and Super Tuscan wines, and relax over a Tuscan lunch featuring local specialties.

Bus tours of Tuscany can feel out of touch with the beautiful, rolling countryside that travelers love. This tour allows you to get out of the bus and into the landscapes of the Tuscan countryside on a bike, following routes designed for casual cyclists or professionals. It’s a small-group affair and finishes with a lunch of Tuscan dishes and wine.

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.

Head north from Sienna to fabled Chianti on this small-group tour. Explore the region known as Florentine Chianti, stopping to take in the charming small towns of Castellina in Chianti and Greve in Chianti. Stroll the streets, meeting some of the region’s charming residents and, of course, partake in some locally made wine during a visit to two wineries. Indulge in a lunch of Tuscan delights. This small-group tour of Florentine Chianti is limited to just eight participants, ensuring you’ll get molto attention from the guide.

Enjoy an unforgettable half day e-bike guided tour in Chianti region, one of the most known wine region in the World. You’ll cycle surrounded by vineyards and olive groves, while enjoying the amazing views of the Tuscany countryside. The bike tour will take you to PIevasciata before to come back to Siena along the Eroica route, on paved and gravel roads. During the ride we’ll stop in a winery for a Chianti wine tasting.