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With the roof open and the Tuscan countryside unfolding around you, the journey takes you past vineyards, olive groves, historic villas and medieval castles, combining one of Italy’s most iconic cars with the landscape it has been part of since the 1960s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind the Wheel of an Italian Icon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour journey begins in central Florence, where you meet your tour escort and get acquainted with your vintage Fiat 500. After a short introduction, you take the wheel and follow your guide out of the city towards the rolling countryside south of Florence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlong the way, you’ll discover the story of the Fiat 500 and the place this little car holds in Italian culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough the Chianti Hills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe route follows quiet Tuscan roads through a landscape of vineyards, olive groves, ancient villas and medieval castles. Several stops are made at scenic viewpoints, giving you time to step out, take photographs and enjoy the countryside before continuing the drive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Taste of Tuscany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the journey, you’ll pause for a small taste of local life. Depending on the season, this may be traditional gelato or a typical Tuscan snack, adding a simple food moment to the drive through the hills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Awaits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround two and a half hours exploring Florence and the Chianti hills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour own original, fully restored vintage Fiat 500 convertible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA professional tour escort throughout the journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScenic stops throughout the Tuscan countryside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA seasonal tasting of gelato or a traditional Tuscan snack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuel, taxes and third-party insurance included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall groups of up to 10 guests\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperiences available in English and Italian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeyond the Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp to three guests can travel in each Fiat 500, and children can join the ride free of charge. If you plan to drive, you must be at least 18 years old, carry a valid driving licence and feel confident driving a manual car. A security deposit is required before the experience begins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe meeting point is \u003c\/span\u003eLungarno degli Acciaiuoli 32\/r in central Florence\u003cspan\u003e, with arrival recommended around fifteen minutes before departure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Invitation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is Tuscany experienced from behind the wheel of an Italian classic. You leave Florence in a car that has shaped generations of everyday Italian life, follow the curves of the Chianti hills and pause wherever the landscape asks you to slow down. 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After a short introduction and driving lesson, you leave the town behind and follow your guide along scenic roads through the Chianti countryside.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe route winds between vineyards and olive groves, with stops at carefully chosen viewpoints for photographs and time to take in the landscape. Along the way, you’ll also discover more about the history, culture and winemaking traditions of this part of Tuscany.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Medieval Heart of San Gimignano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart of the experience brings you back to\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSan Gimignano\u003cspan\u003e, known for the medieval towers that rise above its historic centre. You’ll explore the town with your guide, take in its views and pause for a taste of its famous \u003c\/span\u003eDondoli gelato\u003cspan\u003e before continuing the journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom Vineyard to Tuscan Table\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLater, you arrive at a local winery for a visit through the vineyard and estate. 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