Top San Gimignano Pack Animal Tours

Set on a pretty hill just 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the heart of San Gimignano, San Quirico Winery is the ideal spot to discover the magic of Tuscan wine on a private tutored wine tasting. Tour the cellar, learn the basics of winemaking, then sample four delicious vintages alongside bruschetta, salami, and cheese.

Visit a family-owned winery in San Gimignano for a tour of its prestigious vineyards, followed by a tasting session and lunch. Owned by the esteemed Giachi winemaking family, the Tenuta Torciano estate is dedicated to the production of the vernaccia grape, which is then turned into San Gimignano’s famous wine. Visit the estate’s unique spiral vineyard, sample several varietals of Tuscan wine, then take a seat for a 4-course lunch of local specialities.

Discover the art of pasta making and other Italian cooking techniques at a 2-hour class in Tuscany. Visit a winery and learn to create three varieties of pasta plus other Tuscan classics, with guidance from a chef. Then, savor your creations for lunch or dinner. Afterward, enjoy an estate tour and tastings of 15 home-made winery products, including wines and olive oils. Choose a lunchtime or evening class, with no hotel pickup or drop-off included.

Enjoy a week-long horse riding holiday and discover the beauties of Tuscany on horseback! Have your first lessons or join the tours for experienced riders. During these trail rides in this wild part of Maremma Toscana, you will cross native woods and small rivers, pass medieval villages, canter along blooming meadows and have great views. Our horses are very reliable and sure-footed and you will have lots of fun.

Sip on wine in San Gimignano during a Tuscan wine and food tasting. Try varietals such as Brunello di Montalcino, Vernaccia, and Chianti Classico, and learn about the distinct Tuscan winemaking regions as you drink. The tasting session is complemented by your choice of food. Select a winemaker option to include some light snacks, or upgrade to include a light lunch or dinner.

Enjoy a celebratory evening in Tuscany with a romantic dinner and wine tasting. After a relaxing walk around the historic San Gimignano property, settle into a delicious multi-course meal. Sample an appetizer of Tuscan cheeses, salami, and bruschetta before moving on to truffle lasagna, roasted meat, and vegetables, and a dessert of vanilla ice cream with Balsamic vinegar. Take a winery tour and taste current and vintage reserve wines.

Tuscany is Italy’s gastronomic heartland and a cooking class is the perfect way to discover the region’s rich culinary traditions. On this 3-hour small-group cooking class, pick up tips and techniques from a local chef; create traditional recipes such as antipasti, bruschetta, and pasta dishes; then tuck into a delicious homemade lunch or dinner, accompanied by Tuscan wines.