Private Chianti Wine Tour from Florence, Lunch & Terracotta

Visit a historic terracotta kiln in Impruneta, where your host introduces the traditional process of shaping and firing clay in large ovens before you explore the workshop at your own pace.

Stop in Greve in Chianti, historic market town and gateway to Chianti Classico. Explore its distinctive triangular main square lined with elegant porticoes and local artisan shops. Discover the territory linked to explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano and visit the historic Antica Macelleria Falorni, one of Tuscany’s most renowned traditional butcher shops.

Visit Montefioralle, one of the best-preserved medieval hamlets in Tuscany. Walk through its circular stone streets and discover ancient defensive walls that still define the village layout. Tradition links the area to the Vespucci family, and the panoramic views over the rolling Chianti vineyards offer one of the most authentic countryside landscapes in the region.

Drive through the historic hamlet of Badia a Passignano, home to a striking 11th-century Vallombrosan abbey surrounded by vineyards and ancient cypress trees. This fortified monastic complex has long shaped the spiritual and agricultural history of the Chianti region.

Experience a guided visit at a family-run estate in the heart of Chianti Classico. Enjoy a tasting of five estate wines, including Chianti Classico selections, paired with extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic vinegar. Your experience includes a traditional Tuscan lunch featuring a generous platter of local cured meats, cheeses, and crostini, served in a scenic vineyard setting.

Stop in San Casciano in Val di Pesa, a lively Tuscan hill town surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Enjoy a relaxed walk along its historic center before tasting artisanal gelato. This final stop offers an authentic glimpse into everyday local life beyond the main tourist routes.

Know before you go

• Pick up location: Via Curtatone 1-3 parking, in front of the USA Consulate in Florenze.