--- title: Half day Chianti Vineyard Escape from Florence with Wine Tastings lang: en type: tour city: Florence country: Italy price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 2900 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Budget half day by coach rank_in_category: 38 of 39 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/half-day-chianti-vineyard-escape-from-florence-with-wine-tastings/ --- # Half day Chianti Vineyard Escape from Florence with Wine Tastings **Guidekin's take:** Half a day in Chianti by coach with visits to two wine estates, cellar tours and three to four wines plus olive oil at each stop, at €55 per person. Lunch is not included, only regional nibbles with the tastings, and friends who book separately may end up on different buses. Rated 4.53 by 2900 travellers. In our comparison: #38 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Be amazed by the rolling hills of Tuscany and don’t miss out on this lovely half day wine tasting experience in the famous Chianti wine region! Spend the day strolling around Tuscan countryside, known around the world for its gentle hills, gaping views, and bursting with rows of vineyards. Visit 2 beautiful wine estates, whose belief is that making wine is an art. Walk around the vineyards, where the owners produce their fine Chianti wines, and explore the cellars while learning about the wine making process. After, take a seat on the beautiful terraces of the wine estates and relax with some appetizing, local Tuscan products to accompany your Chianti wine tasting! Indulge in the locally produced extra virgin olive oil, cheese, and salami while you taste up to 3-4 different wines in each winery! Don't miss this Chianti vineyards escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the wonderful Chianti wine region, among good wine, rolling hills, cypresses and colorful flowers! ## Before you book - Meeting point: PIAZZALE MONTELUNGO - BUS TERMINAL, - Starts 08:30, 14:30: 2 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €28: ages 4 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.53/5 from 2900 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Ciao Florence Tours Srl - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.53 from 2900 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 88% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 2554 of 2900. - 5 stars: 2122 (73%) - 4 stars: 432 (15%) - 3 stars: 186 (6%) - 2 stars: 79 (3%) - 1 star: 81 (3%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the contrasting wineries, wines and scenery; some want more time to enjoy the stops. **Praised:** - Contrasting wineries offer different settings and tasting styles - Countryside views and vineyard grounds are frequent highlights - Many praise guides and winery hosts for explaining the wines and regional history - Travellers enjoy sampling and comparing wines from the different wineries - Comfortable coaches and organised transport make the trip straightforward **Complaints:** - Some found the pace relaxed, while others wanted more time at the wineries - Some felt the coach groups were too large - Some found pours generous, while others reported small tastings and very little food - Pushy wine sales pitches at some wineries Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-08-30 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Possibility of buying wine, oil, balsamic vinegar and other regional products - English only tour leader - Sampling of up to 3-4 different types of wines at each winery and extra-virgin olive oil - Visits of two charming wine estates with tour of the wine cellars and its vineyards - Journey by fully-fitted GT Coach with Free Wifi on board - Tasting of delicious regional products during the wine tastings ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Florence** (20m) - For those of you looking for a breathtaking tour of Tuscany during the morning light or during the golden hours of the afternoon, this tour is perfect for you! Meet your friendly tour guide at Piazzale Montelungo Bus Terminal. Piazzale Montelungo is located 5-10 minutes... 2. **Strada Statale 222 Chiantigiana** (4h) - Take in breath taking views of the Chianti countryside. A truly unforgettable experience awaits you… You will visit 2 charming wine estates in the heart of the Chianti wine region. Both estates overlook the rolling hills and lush land. You will be served up to 3-4 different... 3. **Florence** (20m) - After your delicious (and picture-perfect!) wine tastings under the Tuscan sun, it will be time to head back to Florence. You will arrive back to Piazzale Montelungo full of happy memories ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point PIAZZALE MONTELUNGO - BUS TERMINAL, next to Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Look for our staff wearing a FUCHSIA CIAOFLORENCE JACKET Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EixQaWF6emFsZSBNb250ZWx1bmdvLCA1MDEyOSBGaXJlbnplIEZJLCBJdGFseSIuKiwKFAoSCRNkVHqmVioTEarSbnbVqfdTEhQKEgmt1tKAplYqExEDKsfvF3nVkw Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Comfortable walking shoes are recommended - Minimum drinking age is 18 years - Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking - Kindly note that if you are traveling with a group of friends but each of you makes a single booking, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to the same bus ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #38 of 39** | €55 | 5h | 4.53 (2900) | shared | | [Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-tuscan-wineries-olive-oil-gourmet-lunch-or-dinner/?format=md) | €149 | 8h | 4.96 (1592) | shared | | [Tuscany Vespa Tours Through the Hills of Chianti](/italy/florence/tours/tuscany-vespa-tours-through-the-hills-of-chianti/?format=md) | €160 | 6h | 4.99 (580) | shared | | [SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-wine-safaris-tuscany-wine-tasting-tour-from-florence/?format=md) | €130 | 6h | 4.94 (5805) | shared | Ranked #38 of 39 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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