--- title: "SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence" lang: en type: tour city: Florence country: Italy price: 130 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 5805 duration_minutes: 360 duration_max_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Off road wineries, meal in rank_in_category: 3 of 39 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-09-25 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/small-group-wine-safaris-tuscany-wine-tasting-tour-from-florence/ --- # SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence **Guidekin's take:** A four wheel drive ride to Chianti wineries off the paved roads, with several tastings, olive oil, cheese and cured meats and a Tuscan lunch or dinner led by a sommelier guide. Three tiers: half day with lunch, afternoon with dinner, or a full day; adults only and no alternative diets catered for. 4.94 from 5805 reviews at €130 per person. In our comparison: #3 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Get a true taste of Italy's famous Tuscany region on one of our wine and food tour departing from Florence. Our off-road wine tours take you beyond the typical tourist paths, offering exclusive access to some of the region’s most stunning vineyards and hidden gems. Hop into a rugged 4x4 vehicle and explore scenic landscapes, ancient villages, and world-renowned wineries, all while savoring the best wines and local cuisine. Highlights: - Exclusive off-road access to hidden vineyards and private estates Small-group experience for a personalized and intimate atmosphere Guided tours of two historic wineries, with expert-led tastings Gourmet Tuscan lunch, featuring farm-fresh ingredients & wine pairings Breathtaking scenic views and photo opportunities throughout the tour Our Tuscany wine tours departing from Florence are: Full-Day Chianti Wine Safari Full-Day Val d’Orcia Wine Safari: Brunello & Montepulciano Morning Chianti Wine Safari with Lunch Sunset Chianti Wine Safari with Dinner ## Before you book - Meeting point: Your guide will be holding a WALKABOUT… - 4 start times: between 08:30 and 14:30 - Food included: Several wine tastings - Age 18+: Minimum age is 18 years old **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €130 per person for the 8:30AM Wine Safari + Lunch option; other options up to €180 - Duration: 6h–9h - Rating: 4.94/5 from 5805 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Walkabout Florence Tours - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 14:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-25 ## Reviews 4.94 from 5805 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 5734 of 5805. - 5 stars: 5546 (96%) - 4 stars: 188 (3%) - 3 stars: 43 (1%) - 2 stars: 16 (0%) - 1 star: 12 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the wine knowledge, food and scenery; some expected more winery visits rather than a wine club stop. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, engaging guides explaining winemaking and regional history - Wine tastings and food pairings that reviewers enjoyed - Meals praised for the pasta and freshly made gelato - Countryside views and visits to historic villas and vineyard estates - Friendly atmosphere and conversations with fellow travellers **Complaints:** - Some liked the group size, while others felt it exceeded what the small group label suggested - Some expected more winery visits and found the wine club stop too focused on sales - Bumpy rides and walking sections raised concerns for travellers with physical limitations - Some found the wine plentiful, while others thought the tasting pours were too small Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-09-14 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | 8:30AM Wine Safari + Lunch | €130 / person | English | Duration: 6 hours: Visit of a winery in an historic villa and tour its cellars and gardens, including lunch plus several wine + food tastings | | 2:30PM Wine Safari + Dinner | €130 / person | English | Duration: 6 hours: Visit of a winery in an historic villa and tour its cellars and gardens, including dinner plus several wine + food tastings | | Full Day Wine Safari + Lunch | €180 / person | English | Duration: 9 hours: Visit of 2 wineries in historic villas and tour their cellars and gardens, including lunch plus several wine + food tastings | ## What's included - A delicious traditional Tuscan lunch or dinner - Several wine tastings - Transport by air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle - Tastings of cheeses and salumi (cured meats) - Tastings of extra virgin olive oil - English speaking wine expert sommelier as your guide ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Itinerary 1. **Full-Day Chianti Wine Safari** (pass by, no stop) - - If you dream of a classic Chianti experience, this full-day tour is for you! Departing from Florence, you’ll travel deep into the Chianti Classico wine region, famous for its Sangiovese-based wines and breathtaking vineyard-covered hills. You’ll visit two top-rated wineries... 2. **Morning Chianti Wine Safari with Lunch - Short on time** (pass by, no stop) - This half-day Chianti wine safari is a perfect introduction to Chianti’s stunning countryside. Your adventure begins with a scenic off-road drive through the vineyards, stopping for panoramic views and photo opportunities. You’ll visit a renowned family-owned winery, where... 3. **Sunset Chianti Wine Safari with Dinner - Experience Tuscany at golden hour wi...** (pass by, no stop) - Sunset Chianti Wine Safari with Dinner - Experience Tuscany at golden hour with this unforgettable sunset wine tour! Depart Florence in the late afternoon and journey into the picturesque Chianti hills for an off-road 4x4 vineyard experience. As the sun sets over the... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 14:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-25 - 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 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 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJIUuO16hWKhMRGiT4ekn92SE Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness - Lactose intolerant and other alternative dietary requirements cannot be catered for - Minimum age is 18 years old ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 39** | €130 | 6h–9h | 4.94 (5805) | 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 | | [Tuscany Bike Tours Through the Chianti Hills with Wine Tasting](/italy/florence/tours/tuscany-bike-tours-through-the-chianti-hills-with-wine-tasting/?format=md) | €120 | 6h | 4.94 (1316) | shared | Ranked #3 of 39 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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