Volterra

Tours

Start your day tour with a scenic drive from Siena to San Gimignano. Stop in Monteriggioni to see the well-preserved fortress built in the 13th century. Explore San Gimignano, admiring its many medieval towers. Listed by UNESCO, the town also boasts numerous artisanal boutiques. Head to a small family-run farm to enjoy lunch made with the farm’s seasonal products. Taste dishes prepared with saffron, and accompanied by Vernaccia wine. Continue to Volterra, stopping at a small alabaster workshop to see the ancient art of sculpting. In Volterra, admire the harmonious blend of Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance styles as you walk along the streets of the historic center.

The fresh pasta course will take you through the preparation of three traditional pasta shapes– a filled pasta and two types of egg pasta. After, the pasta prepared during the course will be cooked and served, enhanced by traditional sauces. The lunch or dinner will be served with excellent Diacceroni wine. During the course you can participate in the preparation of dishes and interact with our chefs, who will tell you anecdotes and curiosities related to traditional Tuscan cuisine. Upon arrival you will be welcomed at your station, where you will find your apron and all the ingredients for the preparation of the dish. In the cheerful and festive atmosphere of the typical Tuscan family lunch, you will discover the secrets of the traditional recipes of our grandmothers.

The tickets will not be delivered in person; instead, they will be sent the evening before via WhatsApp, iMessage, or email to the contacts provided during the booking process. Please note that this is not a guided tour, but only a ticket granting access to all the monuments in the Opera del Duomo complex If you're seeking a complete experience in Florence, don't miss the chance to purchase the Brunelleschi Pass! The Brunelleschi Pass grants access to Florence's most important and representative landmarks: Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, San Giovanni Baptistery, Santa Reparata Crypt within the Cathedral, and the magnificent "Opera del Duomo" Museum. By ascending Brunelleschi's Dome and Giotto's Bell Tower, you'll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city. San Giovanni Baptistery, on the other hand, is one of the city's oldest monuments, allowing you to discover the beauty of sacred art and Florence's architecture. Santa Reparata: Santa Reparata is an ancient church located beneath the Florence Cathedral. It served as the cathedral of Florence until the construction of the current Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral. Visitors can explore the archaeological remains of the original church, including its foundations and ancient artifacts. Museo dell'Opera del Duomo: The Opera del Duomo Museum is home to a vast collection of sculptures, paintings, and decorative arts that once adorned the Florence Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of San Giovanni. It showcases masterpieces by renowned artists such as Michelangelo, Donatello, and Lorenzo Ghiberti, providing insight into the artistic and architectural history of Florence's iconic landmarks. The Brunelleschi Pass is the perfect solution to fully and comprehensively explore Florence's beauty and history while saving on individual tickets for each monument. Don't miss the chance to have an unforgettable experience in Florence; purchase your Brunelleschi Pass now!

BusVia Firenze invites you to explore the true essence of Tuscany, blending art, history, and the pleasures of wine and food. We will lead you to San Gimignano, also known as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages" due to its numerous towers punctuating the skyline. San Gimignano has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and as you wander through this marvelously preserved city, you'll understand why – it's like taking a step back in time! There you have the special chance to taste three samples of Tuscan wines, included a light lunch, hosted in a beautiful restaurant within the walled city of San Gimignano. The journey continues through the Tuscan countryside to Siena, where your experience begins with a visit to this charming town, renowned to be a famous example of Gothic art. You'll wander through the narrow streets of the city's 17 historic districts, known as "Contrade", each with its distinct identity, emblem, and history, as well as its own traditions. Take a leisurely stroll in Piazza del Campo, the renowned setting for the Palio di Siena horse race. The breathtaking Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, the Duomo di Siena, is the other main attraction of this city. Its façade is impressive, but the real magic lies within. Natural light illuminates masterpieces by Michelangelo and Donatello, and many others Sienese artists. You can enter in this masterpiece of Italian art with our skip-the-line ticket, included in our price! Highlights - A professional, multilingual Tour Leader will accompany you throughout the day. - Wine tasting with light lunch in a restaurant within the walled city of San Gimignano. - Skip-the-line ticket for magnificent Cathedral of Siena - Groups of maximum 14 people, to fully enjoy the day. - Free Time: Enjoy leisure time in both Siena and San Gimignano to explore on your own.

Meet your guide in Florence and hop on a comfortable minivan to reach Volterra to enjoy a guided walking tour. Visit local monuments and iconic attractions. Have the chance to see a Tuscan jewelry store and an Etruscan museum. Enjoy a typical lunch in a stunning wine estate outside the center of Volterra in the beautiful tuscan countryside. Head next to San Gimignano to get a brief introduction to the city's history and its many beautiful towers. Stop at a popular gelato shop, winner of the world gelato championship, and order some for yourself from this master ice cream maker. After a guided walking tour, enjoy some free time to shop around the boutiques of the city center.

Sit back and relax on our fully-fitted GT Coach and enjoy the drive to the most authentic area of Tuscany, with its medieval towns and postcard landscapes. Our multilingual expert tour leader will be happy to share the secrets of the area with you! The journey begins in San Gimignano, the so-called “Manhattan of the Middle Ages” due to the high ancient towers that stand out along the city center. Step back in time while you wander through its cobblestone streets and let the stunning views of the surrounding hills amaze you. Also, don’t forget to have a taste of the famous local gelato, available in a variety of unusual flavors. The second stop is the town of alabaster: the scenic Volterra in all its medieval charm. Perched on top of a hill, from Volterra you will enjoy a breathtaking view that will leave you in awe. Make sure not to miss the Palace of Priors, the Medici Fortress or the Etruscan Museum, which is one of the oldest public museums in Europe. Before leaving, don’t forget to browse around the plenty of artisan workshops scattered throughout the historic center. Craftsmanship is, in fact, the pride of Volterra and you can’t miss the chance to bring home with you a unique handmade alabaster artifact as a memento of the day. Your final stop is the mysterious San Galgano Abbey, just about one hour drive from Volterra. Of the 13th Century Cistercian abbey only the walls remain: it is empty and roofless, above it only the sky. Prepare to travel with your imagination as you step inside and let the grandeur of the gothic architecture inspire you. If you love myths and legends this is the place to be: take the path to the close Eremo di Montesiepi and step back to the court of King Arthur as you will find yourselves standing before the real Sword in the Stone.

The pizza course takes you through the preparation of traditional pizza dough that you can take home and enjoy following our instructions. Then, the pizza will be cooked and served, already risen, garnished with our ingredients. The lunch or dinner will be served with excellent Diacceroni wine. During the course, which takes place in Italian and English, you can participate in the preparation of dishes and interact with our chefs, who will tell you anecdotes and curiosities related to traditional Tuscan cuisine. Upon arrival you will be welcomed at your station, where you will find your apron and all the ingredients for the preparation of the dish. In the cheerful and festive atmosphere of the typical Tuscan family lunch, you will discover the secrets of the traditional recipes of our grandmothers. Course also available for gluten-free and lactose-free customers.

Spend one day across the rolling hills of Chianti, visiting Volterra and San Gimignano with a private driver, tasting a typical Tuscan lunch, with the best wines of our Region. A wonderful Experience between art, wine and local food to discover the pre-Roman population (Etruscans), vineyards, medieval hilltop towns, towers and typical farms. • The expert driver will pick you up to your hotel or another chosen location: (B&B or private flat) and will take you to discover the Tuscan countryside. The driver will bring you through the Tuscan hills looking at an incredible panorama, among olive trees, vineyards, sunflowers, and medieval towers. The first stop will be at Volterra for a self-guide tour. • Volterra is a beautiful walled city, built on the top of a hill. The town was built over one of the Twelve Cities of the ancient Etruscan civilization capitals and has some of the original gates from that era still standing along with a dedicated museum packed with Etruscan and Roman relics. The most interesting things to visit are the ancient Roman theatre, the Baptistery and the “Palazzo dei Priori” in the main square. • After the visit of Volterra we’ll move for lunch in a typical Tuscany family-run winery farm. This farm promotes the Italian wine & food culture all over the world. A beautiful Italian experience to learn the best combinations between wine & food, the glass etiquette, the secrets of Italian cuisine, Tuscan wine-making techniques and more. 3 course lunch, with home made pasta, Bruschettas, cold cuts, Pecorino cheese, prosciutto, salami. Wine tastings with: Chianti, Chianti Riserva, Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese, Nobile di Montepulciano, Vernaccia and Super Tuscan. • After the visit to the farm, the tour continues through the famous “Chianti wine road” and the sweet Siena hills, amidst olive-groves, cypress trees and vineyards up to the Medieval town of San Gimignano. • In the afternoon last stop at San Gimignano for a self-guide tour. The visit of the town and its magnificent towers will take about an hour. San Gimignano is a small walled medieval hill town not far from Siena. Known as the “Town of Fine Towers”, during the Middle Ages there were more than 70 towers in the city. Now it is a real open-air museum, where it seems to walk in the medieval period. The town also is known for saffron, the Golden Ham, and its white wine: Vernaccia di San Gimignano, produced from the ancient variety of Vernaccia grape which is grown on the sandstone hillsides of the area. In the main square don’t forget to taste the best ice cream in the world (Gelateria Dondoli), and in the streets of the village you can admire the extraordinary work of expert craftsmen. You can also climb the tower-museum (Torre Rognosa) to see an incredible panorama and hear the legend of the Devil’s Tower. • At the end of the visit, we’ll return to Florence

Explore Florence at your own pace in two to three hours using the convenient TouringBee app, complete with a map and audio guide. This ensures you won't lose your way and provides a wealth of information about the city's medieval history. The app will guide you to these must-see attractions: - Duomo Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, and San Giovanni Baptistery - Palazzo Vecchio and the Statue of David - Palazzo Medici and Palazzo Strozzi - Orsanmichele church and Basilica of Santa Croce - Ponte Vecchio and Vasari Corridor - Uffizi Gallery - Palazzo Pitti and Boboli Gardens With the audio guide, you can leisurely explore the city without the pressure of keeping up with a group. Feel free to pause for a break at a café whenever you wish. You can also venture down picturesque side streets and easily return to the main route. The audio guide is conveniently accessible on your smartphone. The tour also includes access to a complimentary observation deck. The choice to visit all attractions is entirely up to you.

This exclusive experience begins in the fragrant lemon house of the Diacceroni Organic Farmhouse where you will find everything you need to set up and enjoy your picnic. Have fun setting the table and savor the delicacies prepared by the expert hands of our chefs. The picnic menu includes a bottle of Diacceroni wine for every 4 people, a bottle of our organic extra virgin olive oil, water and some delicious specialties. You will enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding countryside as you savor the freshly prepared meal along with a bottle of wine from the estate. Information: Picnic on the estate Free parking is available Pets allowed.