08:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
A minibus day to Siena and San Gimignano with a licensed guide walking you through Siena and lunch at a Tuscan winery with its red wines, at €149 per person.
Siena Cathedral entry is a paid extra bought from the guide and is closed on Sundays; hotel pickup is not included. Rated 4.92 by 1,886 travellers.
Best for: Minibus day with a licensed guide in Siena and a winery lunch with its reds at €149 per person; Siena Cathedral is a paid extra. 4.92 from 1,886 reviews. Day Trips comparison
Trade-off: Cathedral extra; group pace.
In our comparison: #8 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Editorial check: September 18, 2026How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.
Price and inclusions
One price for every traveller: €149 per adult.
Included and not included
Free time in San Gimignano
Small group day trip to Siena and San Gimignano from Florence
Lunch at a Tuscan winery, paired with their excellent red wines
Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned minibus or minivan (Mercedes or similar) with free wi-fi
Optional: Entrance fee + tour of Siena Cathedral € 15pp payable to the guide Not available on Sun
Professional and informative English speaking guide + driver
Guided walking tour of Siena highlights + free time in Siena
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Children from €99 (ages 4 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.
Reviews
4.9
1,886 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 1,860 of 1,886
Star breakdown of all 1,886 ratings
5 stars
1,781 · 94%
4 stars
79 · 4%
3 stars
18 · 1%
2 stars
4 · 0%
1 star
4 · 0%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the guides and personal feel of the small group, but some want more time to explore San Gimignano.
Praised
Clear, engaging explanations of the towns and local history
Small groups that make interaction with guides and fellow travellers easier
Comfortable vehicles and careful driving
Wine tasting and countryside views at the winery lunch
A balance of guided walks and independent exploration
Complaints
Some want more time in San Gimignano, while others find the free time sufficient
Some find the winery lunch disappointing, while others praise the food
Wine explanations can be difficult to follow during lunch
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2 June 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
WHEN: 7:45am (at the latest)
WHERE: on the left side of the street, opposite to the parking lot
HOW: Look/ask for the PRESTIGE RENT staff, close to a red flag and the checkin table
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Departure
08:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Prestige Rent; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
Piazza del Campo
Piazza del Campo
1h
2
Duomo di Siena
Siena Cathedral
1h
Walls of Monteriggioni
Monteriggioni
Pass by, no stop
4
Visit the estate, have a look at the old wine cellars
Take a seat and relax while enjoying a light lunch of seasonal Tuscan delicacies paired with a selection of great wines.
1h 30m · Admission included
5
Historic Centre of San Gimignano
Explore the medieval hill town of San Gimignano. Famous for its splendid skyline of tall medieval towers, have free time to explore on your own. Discover the main street full of typical shops, have a look at the Collegiata (main church), or enjoy a gelato.
1h 15m
About this tour, from the operator
Enjoy the high quality of this small-group tour - the perfect experience in order to discover art, history, landscapes, food and wine in a comfortable and relaxed way with more personalized attention of a small group. Depart from Florence, see the highlights of Siena through the eyes of a licensed guide, admire the marvelous Tuscan landscape, taste genuine Tuscan food paired with great wines, and finish your day relaxing in the hill top village of San Gimignano.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Accessibility
Strollers OK
Public transportation options are available nearby
Siena Cathedral is not accessible on Sundays and during celebrations
Vegetarian & gluteen free, can be accommodated, please advise at time of booking under special requirements.
Luggage can be stored on the bus during the tour, if needed
Return at departure point: approx. 6:00pm. To reserve other activities, allow plenty of time, in case of heavy traffic, etc.
Entrance fees + guided visit inside the Siena Cathedral, can be purchased directly from your guide, on the day of the tour - Euro 15,00 per person. Not available on Sundays or during celebrations
For cruise ship passengers only: if your ship docks at Livorno or La Spezia Port, be advised that the driving time to the meeting point in Florence is approx. 2 hours. Before booking, be sure your ship schedule works with our departure times, and you have your own transportation arranged from the port to Florence and back.
This is a shared tour and you will be expected to maintain the pace of the group. If you have limited mobility we highly recommend to book a private tour for your best enjoyment.
Good to know
Food included see what is included
Children from €99 ages 4 to 12
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #8 of 39 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €39 to €275, median €106; typical length 8h. 2 of 39 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 39 Day Trips