Tuscany, with its rolling hills and sun-drenched vineyards, is a wine lover’s dream come true. Whether you’re starting your journey in Florence or exploring the charming towns scattered throughout the region, there’s no shortage of amazing wine tasting tours to enjoy.
Our guide covers the best (and top rated!) wine tours, from wine tours originating in Florence to tours exclusive to wineries scattered throughout the region. So, grab a glass and join us as we dive into the world of Tuscany’s best wine tasting tours!
Tuscany Wine Tours from Florence
- Self-Drive Vintage Fiat 500 Tour from Florence: Tuscan Wine Experience
- Purchase tickets HERE
- Tour Length: 4 hours
- Tour Highlights: Jump in a Fiat 500 and depart Florence on this self-driving tour of Tuscany. Park at a 15th-century villa and wine estate to sample wine and enjoy a light lunch of crostini, meats and cheeses.
- Why You’ll Love It: Although this is a self-driving tour, you will travel in a caravan to make sure nobody gets lost.
- Small-Group Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside
- Purchase tickets HERE.
- Tour Length: 4 hours, 45 minutes
- Tour Highlights: Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta
- Why You’ll Love It: This top rated tour is limited to only 25 people for a more personal experience
- Tuscany Wine Tour & San Gimignano from Florence
- Purchase tickets HERE.
- Tour Length: 7 hours
- Tour Highlights: Visit 2 wineries and learn about wine production and flavor profiles, and round out your palate with samplings of high-quality balsamic vinegar and olive and truffle oils. Also, visit the charming medieval village of San Gimignano for free time to explore the winding streets and artisan shops
- Why You’ll Love it: During this tour you get to taste 9 different types of wine
- Chianti Safari: Tuscan Villas with vineyards, Cheese, Wine & Lunch from Florence
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- Tour Length: 9 hours
- Tour Highlights: Led by a guide, travel through the Tuscan hills by 4×4 off-road vehicle, stopping to visit a wine estate and historic villa. Sample the finest specialties at each stop, and save room for a 3-course meal in the Chianti countryside
- Why You’ll Love It: This tour features off roading in a Mercedes 4×4 vehicle in the Tuscan Hills
- Chianti Wine Tastings at Sunset Day Trip from Florence
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- Tour Length: 5 hours
- Tour Highlights: Visit the charming medieval village of Greve-in-Chianti and stop at a local vineyard for a cellar tour and tasting of Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan wines. Sip the wines and enjoy a snack of bruschetta and cheese while watching the sunset
- Why You’ll Love It: This tour is limited to only 8 people for a super personal experience
- Essence of Chianti Small Group Tour with Lunch and Tastings from Florence
- Purchase tickets HERE.
- Tour Length: 8 hours
- Tour Highlights: Visit three wineries to tour the wine cellars and taste different wine varieties. Enjoy a light lunch of fresh regional products like bruschetta, handmade pasta, cheese, and salami. You’ll also travel through the Tuscan countryside, stopping to explore the traditional village of Greve
- Why You’ll Love It: The tour is limited to a small group for a more personal experience. Also enjoy some free time in the village of Greve.
Wine Tastings in Florence
- Wine Tasting Experience in Ponte Vecchio: Best Tuscany selection
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- Tour Length: 1 hour
- Tour Highlights: Learn all about how to taste wine—and enjoy a personalized, uniquely scenic experience—during this private tasting experience, hosted right near Florence’s iconic Ponte Vecchio.
- Why You’ll Love It: Enjoy 2 tastings of wine during this private tasting experience.
Wine Tastings In San Gimignano
- Casa Lucii
- Location: Via Cellolese, 6, 53037 San Gimignano SI
- Tasting Tour: Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery
- Tour a family-owned wine estate. Enjoy a tasting of eight organic wines of your choice paired with the farm’s own olive oil plus local cheeses and cold cuts
- Podere La Marronaia
- Location: Via Martiri di Citerna, 2, 53037 San Gimignano SI
- Tasting Tour: Private Wine & Oil Tasting with Lunch
- Tour a family-run farm and vineyard and then enjoy a generous wine tasting. You’ll also sample locally made olive oils and balsamic vinegars, and enjoy a classic Tuscan feast of bruschetta, pasta, and more.
Wine Tastings In Sienna
- Azienda Agricola La Lastra
- Location: Str. del Lucherino, 85, 53100 Siena SI
- Tasting Tour: Siena: A Wine Tour and Tasting Experience
- Sample at least four local wines and enjoy a light Tuscan lunch
Wine Tastings In Chianti
- Fattoria di Montemaggio
- Location: Località Montemaggio, 53017 Radda in Chianti SI
- Tasting Tour: Tour and Tasting at an Organic Winery in the Heart of Chianti Classico Area
- Learn about how local wines are made. Take part in a wine-tasting session at the conclusion of your tour, sampling between 3-6 wines with appetizers such as bread with olive oil produced on site
- Azienda Agricola Mauricio Brogioni Winery
- Location: Via S. Cresci, 37, 50022 Greve in Chianti FI
- Tasting Tour: Greve in Chianti Wine Tasting and Winery Tour
- Tour the vineyard and sample four different red wine varieties inside the on-site cellar. Pair your tasting with fresh cheeses and salami
Wine Tastings In Lucca
- Tenuta Adamo Winery
- Location: Via per Camaiore, 6115, 55100 Lucca LU, Italy
- Tasting Tour: Lucca: Wine Tasting Experience – Tenuta Adamo Winery
- Visit a boutique winery for a relaxed tour through the vineyards and cellar. Relax on the terrace overlooking the rolling countryside to sample the estate’s wines and olive oil
Conclusion
Tuscany offers a wine tasting experience like no other, with its picturesque landscapes, historic vineyards, and world-class wines. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, these tours promise to leave you with unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation for the region’s rich winemaking heritage. If you’re looking to plan a trip to Tuscany, check out my post: The Perfect Tuscan Day Trip from Tuscany HERE. So, plan your trip, raise your glass, and toast to the incredible wine adventures that await you in Tuscany. Cheers to your next great tasting tour!
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