{"product_id":"tuscany-vespa","title":"Tuscany: A Vespa Journey from San Gimignano through the Chianti Countryside – Wine Tasting \u0026 Tuscan Lunch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou’ll set out from the medieval heart of San Gimignano and spend the day discovering the Chianti countryside from the seat of a Vespa. Quiet country roads lead you between vineyards, olive groves and panoramic hilltop landscapes before the experience slows down at a local winery for a vineyard visit, Tuscan lunch and guided tasting of wine, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.\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\u003eFrom San Gimignano into the Hills\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour journey begins at \u003c\/span\u003ePorta San Matteo in the historic centre of San Gimignano\u003cspan\u003e. 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. The day continues around the table with a traditional light Tuscan lunch accompanied by a guided wine tasting, alongside locally produced extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is also time to discover local products from the estate, with the possibility to purchase and ship them home.\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 five to six hours between San Gimignano and the Chianti countryside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA guided Vespa ride along scenic Tuscan roads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelmets, insurance and secure lockers included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA guided visit through historic San Gimignano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vineyard and winery visit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuscan light lunch with wine, olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperiences available in English, Italian and Spanish\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\u003eYou can drive your own Vespa or share one with someone else. Drivers must be at least 18 and bring their \u003c\/span\u003eoriginal valid driving licence\u003cspan\u003e, while passengers do not need a licence. If you prefer not to drive, you can ride with one of the guides instead.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVegetarian, vegan and gluten-free lunches can also be arranged on request. Long trousers and closed shoes are recommended for the ride.\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 with the road open in front of you. You leave the stone streets of San Gimignano behind, ride between vineyards and olive groves and eventually slow down around a table of local wine and Tuscan flavours. A day that brings together the landscape, food and effortless sense of freedom that make travelling through Tuscany feel so distinctive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Slow Diary","offers":[{"title":"Young Guest – 12–25","offer_id":55637864612182,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adult – 26+","offer_id":55637864644950,"sku":null,"price":237.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5740\/5014\/files\/GoldeneVespaimmediterranenAbendlicht.png?v=1791397236","url":"https:\/\/www.theslowdiary.com\/products\/tuscany-vespa","provider":"The Slow Diary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}