Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa with Winery Lunch
About Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa with Winery Lunch
This full-day guided trip from Florence visits three of Tuscany’s best-known towns in one go: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa. It has 24,562 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
The trip lasts about 12 hours, with prices from about $92 per person. Some options add a farmhouse lunch with wine at a winery between the towns.
Itinerary
- Siena (1.5 hours)
- Piazza Salimbeni (20 minutes)
- Contrada della Torre (20 minutes)
- Piazza del Campo (20 minutes)
- Duomo di Siena (30 minutes)
- Fattoria Poggio Alloro (2 hours)
- San Gimignano (1.5 hours)
- Piazza Della Cisterna (20 minutes)
- Piazza del Duomo (20 minutes)
- Rocca of Montestaffoli (20 minutes)
- Pisa (1.3 hours)
- Piazza dei Miracoli (30 minutes)
- Leaning Tower of Pisa (30 minutes)
- Florence (1.3 hours)
What’s included
- Hearty farmhouse lunch with 4 wine tastings (for selected options only)
- Siena Cathedral entrance fee (for selected options only)
- Free time to explore the towns at your own pace
- Professional English speaking tour guide with you for the whole day
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guided walking tour of Siena with local city guide
Meeting point
Check-in: 7.45am – Your guide will be holding a WALKABOUT TOURS sign, right by the taxi stand at Santa Maria Novella train station across from the outside McDonald's
What to expect on the day
You travel by air-conditioned coach with an English-speaking guide. In Siena, a local guide walks you past Piazza Salimbeni and the Contrada della Torre to Piazza del Campo and the Duomo. Next comes about 2 hours at the Fattoria Poggio Alloro farm for lunch and wine on the options that include it, then free time in San Gimignano, with its Piazza della Cisterna and the Rocca di Montestaffoli. The day ends at Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa, home of the Leaning Tower, before the drive back to Florence.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: An English-speaking guide for the whole day, air-conditioned transport, a guided walking tour of Siena with a local guide and free time in each town. Some options also include the farmhouse lunch with 4 wine tastings, the Siena Cathedral entrance fee or tickets to climb the Leaning Tower.
- Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, gratuities, and food and drinks unless your option includes them.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes for cobblestones and hills.
- Clothes for the weather, since the trip runs rain or shine.
- Cash or a card for snacks, souvenirs and gelato.
Tips for a better day
- Check-in: Be at Santa Maria Novella train station by 7:45 a.m. Your guide holds a Walkabout Tours sign by the taxi stand, across from the outside McDonald’s.
- Choose your option: The Classic Tour visits Pisa but does not include the ticket to climb the Leaning Tower. Book the option with tower tickets if you want to go up.
- Plan your evening: If you have a train to catch, book one after 9 p.m. in case of traffic on the way back.
Who it’s best for
Best for: First-time visitors with only one day to see the highlights of Tuscany outside Florence.
Consider another option if: You would rather spend a slower half day in the vineyards. The small-group Chianti wine tasting visits 2 wine estates.
Restrictions
Travelers need a moderate level of fitness. Because of uneven surfaces, the tour cannot take guests with walking difficulties or wheelchair users. Children under 8 cannot climb the Leaning Tower, and children up to 18 must be with an adult inside it. A vegetarian meal is available, but gluten-free and other diets cannot be catered for. When Siena Cathedral is closed for services, the group visits Palazzo delle Papesse instead.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Tuscany Day Trip from Florence: Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa with Winery Lunch
How long is the Tuscany day trip from Florence?
About 12 hours.
Where does the tour start?
At the taxi stand at Santa Maria Novella train station in Florence, with check-in at 7:45 a.m.
Which towns does it visit?
Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa.
Is lunch included?
Only on the options that include the farmhouse lunch with 4 wine tastings.
Can I climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
Only if you book the option with Leaning Tower tickets. The Classic Tour does not include them.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You meet the guide at Santa Maria Novella station.
Is it suitable for wheelchair users?
No. Uneven surfaces mean it is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or wheelchairs.
Can children climb the Leaning Tower?
Children under 8 are not admitted. Children 8 to 12 must hold an adult's hand inside.
Are special diets available?
A vegetarian option is available. Gluten-free and other diets cannot be catered for.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
