Explore the Tuscan countryside in a most delightful way... on horseback! This horse riding adventure requires absolutely no prior experience and will give you the opportunity to enjoy the most authentic sights, sounds and smells of the Chianti region away from the busy city! We ride through lush vineyards, native woods, olive groves and rolling hills to offer you a collection of breathtaking and unforgettable views. After the visit to the renowned medieval town of San Gimignano we enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch combined with a guided Chianti wine tasting at a local winery. If you do not want to ride a horse, you can still come and enjoy the tour with a 20 euros discount! So, while your friends go on the horse ride you can enjoy a beautiful walk around the farm, discover the art of beekeeping and honey production, learn about saffron harvesting and cultivation, know about the olive oil making process and enjoy some drinks.
We meet at 9 am in Florence, via Curtatone 9
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ 6. Authentic Tuscan light lunch with wine pairing at a Chianti winery
✔ 8. Opportunity to buy and ship local products
✔ 3. Pre-ride orientation, helmet and insurance
✔ 4. One hour horseback ride with great photo ops
✔ 7. Tasting of a selection of wines and the olive oil produced by the winery visited
✔ 2. Informative english speaking tour guide
✔ 1. Comfortable roundtrip transportation by AC 8-seater minivan
✔ 5. Guided visit to the medieval town of San Gimignano
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Departure:
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We meet at 9 Am in via Curtatone 9, just outside Cafè Gamberini, about 5 min walk from the central train station in Florence
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
San Gimignano
One hour horseback ride across olive groves and Tuscany countryside.
Duration: 2 hours
2
San Gimignano
We will enjoy a guided visit to the stunning medieval village of San Gimignano where we will explore the main squares and admire the most scenic panoramic views. You'll also have free time to wander in the narrow streets, shopping and, if you feel peckish, try the delicious home made gelato by Dondoli, worldwide championship winner!
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
San Gimignano
Authentic Tuscan light lunch combined to a guided wine tasting class
Duration: 2 hours
Additional info
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Infants (0-6 yo) are allowed to partecipate the tour but not the horse ride
• Kids (older than 6 yo) are allowed to partecipate the horse ride if they are taller than 1.10 meter
• Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals available upon request
