- Basilica Cateriniana Di S. Domenico - The Basilica of San Domenico is located on the slopes of the historic center of Siena, framed by the houses that “climb” under the Duomo, it is among the most important churches in the city especially for its link with the life of Saint Catherine of Siena. Built between 1226 and 1265 and enlarged during the fourteenth century, the Basilica of San Domenico has undergone numerous vicissitudes over the centuries, fires, military occupations, earthquakes, interventions and modifications, which have led to its unmistakable Gothic style appearance being defined Cistercian and is characterized by an original relationship between exterior and interior. - Duomo di Siena - Duomo di Siena (visit outside), is a medieval church in Siena, Italy, dedicated from its earliest days as a Roman Catholic Marian church, and now dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. Built between 1214 and 1263, it has a Latin cross structure, a not very protruding dome with the bell tower next to it. Both the exterior and the interior are decorated in blocks of white marble which are alternated with thinner greenish black stripes, these are the representative colors of Siena. - Centro Storico di Siena - It is the heart of the city of Siena, the fulcrum of the historic center declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, and one of the most beautiful squares in the world. Piazza del Campo has the shape of a shell divided into nine sections, in memory of the Nine Lords who governed the city at the end of the thirteenth century and amazes with its elegance and its unique shape in the world. Called this way because in the past it was a green space that hosted the market, Piazza del Campo today is the city’s living room and the open-air arena where the famous Palio is run twice a year. Every year, on 2 July and 16 August, the piazza paved in pietra serena is covered with a layer of earth, composed of a mixture of tuff and sand, in which the horses of the districts challenge each other in a rapid race. - Historic Centre of San Gimignano - San Gimignano is a small walled medieval hill town in the province of Siena. “The City of the Hundred Towers” and it still maintains its original features and timeless charm. Furthermore, the name ‘San Gimignano’ is linked to one of the most historical Tuscan wines:” La Vernaccia di San Gimignano”. Arriving in San Gimignano you will explore its charming medieval streets, visit the old center of this wonderful city where the famous Chianti wine is produced. - Tenuta Torciano - Tenuta Torciano is a secret jewel in the heart of Tuscany, near San Gimignano and centrally located between Siena and Florence. Its history sees 13 generations of winemakers who have been able to create high quality wines. Here, in these places, the knowledge of ancient cultivation methods merges with modern technologies. You will discover the warmth of Tuscan hospitality and the simplicity of good living. Visit to the estate and wine tasting and local products in a beautiful wine cellar: 10 different types of wine and oil.
- Wine tasting and light lunch featuring Brunello di Montalcino
- Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned minivan transfers
- Expert tour guides throughout the trip
- Explore San Gimignano, the city of 100 towers
- 2-hour guided tour of Siena
- Siena Cathedral entrance tickets
- Tips
Embark on a day-long trip departing from Rome and travelling through the lush Chianti hills, making stops at the cities of Siena and San Gimignano. Siena, a town steeped in history, promises an exploration of its innermost heart, punctuated by the central square named “Piazza del Campo”. This is the site of the famed Palio- a horse race that harks back to the medieval ages. Siena is celebrated for its wine, and delectable sweets including “Panpepato”, “Panforte”, and “Ricciarelli”. Catch a breather over a classic Italian coffee and sample some unique Sienese confectionery. The journey proceeds to San Gimignano, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and affectionately called “The City of the Hundred Towers”. On reaching San Gimignano, take in the enchanting medieval streets and visit the city’s ancient center, renowned for Chianti wine production. An acclaimed cellar will serve host to a tasting session of 10 different wines and local products, accompanied by a tour of the vineyard where these wines are concocted. A lunch spread is included as part of the tasting session. The day concludes with a return to Rome around 17:00.
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