Private Tuscany’s Top Hill Towns: San Gimignano, Volterra and Certaldo Day Trip
MyLittleAdventure logo
English / EUR
Private Tuscany’s Top Hill Towns: San Gimignano, Volterra and Certaldo Day Trip
/ Italy / Tuscany / Metropolitan City of Florence / Florence / Tours & Activities /
See details in English
See details in German See details in French See details in Italian

Private Tuscany’s Top Hill Towns: San Gimignano, Volterra and Certaldo Day Trip

1 day
Private
Full Day
Instant confirmation
About this activity
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Certaldo Italy

Meet your private driver at your Hotel and get ready for a delightful day trip that will give you the opportunity to discover the most beautiful Tuscan hilltop towns in one day!

The first stop is in Certaldo, an enchanting Medieval village renowned as Boccaccio’s birthplace. This ancient village, located on the Via Francigena, as many Tuscan towns is divided in two parts, one modern and one medieval, located on the top of a hill. Stroll along the cozy narrow streets of the city center will be a real pleasure!


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Cathedral of Volterra (Duomo), Piazza San Giovanni, Volterra Italy

Left Certaldo, the tour will reach the Etruscan town of Volterra, famous all over the world for the alabaster craft. Visit by your own of this magic and mysterious city, which origins date more than 3000 years ago. It is possible to find evidence and traces from every historical period, which gives the artistic city a unique aspect. You will be able to admire the ancient city walls, the charming Porta dell’Arco, the Roman Amphitheatre, the Cathedral and the wonderful Piazza dei Priori, located in the heart of the old town. Free time for lunch.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Piazza dei Priori, 56048, Volterra Italy

and the wonderful Piazza dei Priori, located in the heart of the old town. Free time for lunch.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Historic Centre of San Gimignano, Piazza del Duomo 2, 53037, San Gimignano Italy

In the afternoon, the third stop is San Gimignano, a gorgeous town declared UNESCO World Heritage, where you‘ll be given free time to visit the medieval town planning with the numerous and beautiful towers hence the name "Manhattan of the Middle Ages". The village is also known for the famous "Vernaccia" white wine here produced. A stroll in the town center means discovering true jewels of art


Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Piazza della Cisterna, Piazza Della Cisterna, San Gimignano Italy

among which Piazza della Cisterna, the Dome, Palazzo del Podestà and the Church of Sant'Agostino.

An exciting experience that will remain in your memory forever.

Please note that the itinerary of the visits may change.


Duration: 30 minutes

Read more Show less
Included
  • Pick up and drop off at your Hotel if centrally located in Florence
  • Transport by deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with WIFI on board
  • English/Italian speaking driver
  • Three stops in the best Tuscan Hill Towns
  • 2-course “à la carte” lunch in a typical Trattoria in Volterra (if option selected)
Not included
  • Guide Service
  • Gratuities
  • Everything not mentioned as Included
  • Entry/Admission - Certaldo
  • Entry/Admission - Cathedral of Volterra (Duomo)
  • Entry/Admission - Piazza della Cisterna
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100%
Cultural
65%
Collections This experience is part of these collections
You may also like
Click to discover other experiences See all
Walking Tour
Collections
Walking Tour 251 Activities
Tuscan countryside
Collections
Tuscan countryside 191 Activities
Uffizi Gallery
Collections
Uffizi Gallery 234 Activities
Accademia Gallery
Collections
Accademia Gallery 222 Activities
Cinque Terre
Collections
Cinque Terre 62 Activities
Chianti vineyards
Collections
Chianti vineyards 230 Activities
Gourmet
Collections
Gourmet 161 Activities
Sport & wellness
Collections
Sport & wellness 24 Activities
Cooking class
Collections
Cooking class 133 Activities
Duomo
Collections
Duomo 78 Activities
See all 46 Collections
Anonymous
Anonymous

Florence

  • Information & Tips
  • Collections
  • Tours & Activities

Settings

We use cookies to provide you the best experience. By continuing to browse this site, you accept the use of cookies. For more information, please read our privacy policy.