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Indulge in one of Italy's most beautiful cities, Siena, during this sightseeing tour. An expert guide gives you an insider's view of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. Linger for a while in Piazza del Campo, the superlative square that is home to the Palio, a wild horse race that takes place every July and August. Stroll the streets with your guide learning about the history of the place. Visit the Duomo, Siena's stunning cathedral, and stroll right in thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. 

See the top sights in Siena without the hassle of a guidebook or map with this small-group walking tour through the medieval old town. Join your guide for a stroll along picturesque historic lanes to take in landmarks like the Piazza del Campo, Basilica of San Domenico, and Sanctuary of St. Catherine of Siena. Opt to add on a visit to the city’s magnificent Cathedral, rich in artworks by Renaissance masters.

Taste your way through Tuscany with this full-day wine tour of Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano from Siena. Visit the charming town of Pienza and stop for one wine tasting each in Montepulciano and Montalcino.

Visit San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, and Montalcino on a day trip from Siena, and discover medieval architecture, wine, and stunning views of Tuscany. With ample free time in each of the hill towns, the tour also includes lunch at a Monteriggioni winery plus samples of Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino wine.

Take the stress out of planning a day in Tuscany on this half-day small-group tour of the Chianti wine region from Siena, including transport. Enjoy an air-conditioned ride over to two popular wineries to taste wines and oils locals love. Plus spend some free time in Monteriggioni, and catch a glimpse of the town’s well-known medieval castle.

Giddy up! Traverse the hills of Tuscany via a unique mode of transportation with this guided horseback tour from Siena. Roam the rolling hills, some clad in grapevines, others blanketed with olive groves, as you and your horse calmly explore the region. Pass through rustic villages, all while learning about the history of the place from your guide. See stunning scenery that you would not have had the chance to encounter.

Tuscany is world-renowned for its wine, so ensure you get an insider’s glimpse into the industry during a tasting tour of the vineyards surrounding Siena. Receive personalized attention in a small group limited to 12 as you visit a historical cellar and educate your palate to recognize subtle flavors with the help of a sommelier. Plus, a choice of morning or afternoon departure means you can slot this tour into even the busiest of sightseeing schedules.

Siena has one of the most intact medieval cityscapes in Italy and with this walking tour, you can take in the hill town’s top sights in just two hours. Skip the hassle of following a map and instead head straight to the highlights with a guide. Stroll past Piazza del Campo, town hall, and Basilica of San Domenico, plus stop in the cathedral to marvel at works by Donatello and Bernini.

Take a tour of Siena with a local, and get the lowdown on the city that the guidebooks can’t give. In a small group that’s limited to just ten people, you’ll explore Siena by foot to discover the history behind the UNESCO-listed Piazza del Campo and its nearby monuments, and sample classic food from Tuscany with Chianti wine.

Shake up your sightseeing routine and skip the bland group tour with this app-based quest that leads you through Siena’s medieval center via engaging puzzles and challenges. Solve clues as you stroll through the old town at your own pace, learning about the city’s history and taking in landmark sights along the way. Delve into the power struggles between Siena’s ruling families in the Middle Ages and admire the squares, churches, and palaces they built.

Spend an enchanted evening at a winery estate in Chianti on this half-day tour from Siena. Travel through the scenic landscape of Tuscany to reach the winery estate, then take a tour of the winery, capped off by wine tasting. Afterward, find your seat at a festively decorated table situated in the vineyards for a barbecue dinner accompanied by wine and music.

Spend a day sipping one of Italy’s top wines, Brunello di Montalcino, on this day trip from Siena. Led by an expert guide, travel to the cellars to learn about the production process and meet the locals behind the delicious red wine. Then, pause at a family-run winery for an authentic Tuscan lunch before exploring the village of Montalcino and the abbey of Sant'Antimo. Stop for additional tastings along the way and conclude with transportation back to Siena. Group size is reserved to eight people for a more intimate experience.

Splendid Tour of Classic Siena every Saturday and Sunday guaranteed departure at 11.00 from Piazza Duomo. Expert local guide will introduce you, in an interesting and pleasant way, to the history of Siena, of the Duomo, of the Piazza del Campo and of the other monuments of the city. We will talk about the Palio, the districts and visit the lesser known and quieter corners of the city. Including skip-the-line Duomo or contrada museum if the Duomo is closed for religious functions. Bilingual Italian and English tour adult rate 25.00 euros per person children between 6 and 12 years 10.00 euros per person children under 6 free

Tuscany is known for its excellent vintages, but the world of Tuscan wine can be overwhelming for a novice. With this informal wine class, you’ll get your bearings and learn to recognize the most important and storied wines of Tuscany. Delve into the history of Tuscany’s wine production, discover the different wine-producing areas and grapes, and sample a number of reds and whites from the region.

A two hours enchanting walk, discovering Siena most beloved places. The guide will accompany you through the streets of the city and inside the magnificent Cathedral. The tour begins in front of the Basilica of San Domenico, where the relics of St. Catherine are kept, then continues towards the Sanctuary of the saint. Passing through the characteristic streets, we will arrive at the famous Piazza del Campo, the main square of Siena, where the famous horse race, the Palio, takes place twice a year. The the town hall stands in this square, the center of Sienese politics, which also houses the important city museum. We will admire Fonte Gaia (Joyfull Fountain) and listen to funny anecdotes about the mysterious river called "Diana". The tour continues towards the Cathedral square, we will enter inside the Siena Cathedral to see the unique floor and other works of incomparable value by Donatello, Bernini and Michelangelo.

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Maximize time in Siena with a guided walking tour through the medieval city streets. See local landmarks including Piazza del Campo and the Siena Cathedral while hearing stories about the city’s history and architecture from a local guide. Explore a local district, called a Contrada, and learn about Siena’s famous Palio horse races.

The magnificent Duomo of Siena is one of the highlights of Siena’s UNESCO-listed historic center, but its popularity means that you could spend a long time queuing outside. This skip-the-line ticket ensures priority entrance and offers access to the Cathedral, the Piccolomini Library, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the museum, and the Crypt.

Become a pilgrim of sorts and take a scenic hike on the historic Via Francigena, an old pilgrimage route that stretched from Canterbury in England to Rome. The rural route takes you through villages, vineyards, and some of the most scenic countryside in Tuscany. Best of all, once you get to the medieval village of Monteriggioni you're rewarded with a wine tasting. At the end, head back to Siena via train.

See the hills of Tuscany in true Italian style with this action-packed day trip on a Vespa scooter from Siena. Set off on your scooter through the Tuscan countryside, your guide leading the way, as you and other scooter-riding participants make your way to a Chianti winery for lunch. Tour the vineyards and cellars, sample some wine and indulge in an antipasto lunch before heading back to Siena.

Take your Tuscan wine tasting to the next level with this one-of-a-kind experience set in an authentic medieval aqueduct hidden below the historic city center. Settle in among brick vaults and tunnels dug directly into the stone to sip a selection of the top red, white, and rosé wines from the vineyards of Siena and Chianti, paired with local cheese and bruschetta drizzled with virgin olive oil.

Connect with a local cook and learn how to make two staples of classic Italian cuisine with this cooking class hosted in a local's kitchen. Discover the secrets to turning out flawless fresh pasta with two different recipes for both a stuffed and a shaped version. Then assemble a show-stopping tiramisù from scratch under the guidance of your instructor and host. Cap off your experience by sampling your creations.

Experience a side of Italy rarely available to visitors when you take a cooking class in the Chianti wine region. During your private session, discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine, from sauces to tiramisu. After dining on the food you just learned to make, continue on to a vineyard for a complimentary wine tasting and pairing lesson. Round-trip transport from Siena is included for your convenience.

Spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino, tasting the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino and learning about wine production. This tour from Siena that tasting of local wine paired with salami and cured meat. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from the pretty hill town and discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.