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Top 4 nature & wildlife things to do in San Gimignano

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of San Gimignano that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Tuscany Horseback Riding and Winery Tour with Lunch, San Gimignano1

    1. Tuscany Horseback Riding and Winery Tour with Lunch

    5.0· 11 reviews· 7 hours

    Discover Tuscany from a truly unique perspective with this small-group horseback riding experience through rolling vineyards and olive groves, followed by a traditional lunch and wine tasting at a local estate. Departing from Florence or San Gimignano, this experience offers the perfect balance of scenic adventure and authentic flavors, allowing you to explore the countryside away from the crowds and savor regional specialties paired with estate-produced wines. Ideal for nature lovers and food enthusiasts alike, it’s an unforgettable way to immerse yourself in the beauty, tastes, and traditions of Tuscany, all in one day.

  2. Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery, San Gimignano2

    2. Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery

    5.0· 172 reviews· 2.8 hours

    Guided tour of our winery estate near San Gimignano: vegetable garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, Vin Santo aging room (vinsantaia), historic cellar, and a collection of traditional tools from farming world. Tasting of 8 organic wines from our estate production: - “Casa Lucii” DOCG Vernaccia di San Gimignano - Two different vintages of “Mareterra” DOCG Vernaccia di San Gimignano Riserva - “Spicchio” IGT Toscana Rosé - “Fuscelli” DOCG Chianti - “Senarum” DOCG Chianti Colli Senesi - “Arturo” IGT Tuscan Red The tasting is accompanied by our organic extra virgin olive oil, flatbread and pizza baked in a wood-fired oven, and a curated selection of local cheeses and cured meats, served with fresh vegetables from our garden. To finish, a custom chocolate praline paired with the Tuscan Red followed by Vin Santo del Chianti “Curato” with traditional Tuscan cantuccini.

  3. Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano, San Gimignano3

    3. Truffle Lunch & Hunting Experience in San Gimignano

    4.9· 39 reviews· 3 hours

    Join an authentic truffle hunting and experience the thrill of finding, smelling, and touching one of nature’s rarest treasures. Led by expert truffle hunters Mirco and Luca and their highly trained dogs, you’ll explore the Tuscan countryside, learning to identify truffle-friendly trees and habitats. Our licensed guides will also share insights on how to cook and preserve truffles. After the hunt, return to Podere La Marronaia for a delicious truffle-based lunch, expertly paired with our organic wines and extra virgin olive oils. This immersive, 360-degree experience blends adventure, tradition, and gourmet flavors, making it an unforgettable journey into the world of truffles.

  4. Private Wine, Evo Oils & Balsamic Vinegar Experience with Meal, San Gimignano4

    4. Private Wine, Evo Oils & Balsamic Vinegar Experience with Meal

    4.6· 10 reviews· 1.5 hours

    1) A Unique Perspective on Wine – Beyond just tasting, you'll explore wine’s lesser-known by-product: balsamic vinegar, crafted from grape must. 2) An Exclusive and Private Setting – Enjoy a personal and intimate experience away from the crowds in a serene countryside location. 3) Authentic Farm-to-Table Pairings – Savor a carefully curated Tuscan meal that enhances the flavors of our organic and biodynamic wines, olive oils, and aged balsamic vinegar. 4) A Journey Through Biodynamic Farming – Learn firsthand about sustainable agricultural techniques and how they shape the quality of our products. 5) A Sensory Experience in a Magical Atmosphere – Relax in a warm, inviting setting where every detail is designed to immerse you in the beauty of nature and tradition.

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