From San Gimignano: Tuscany Vespa Tour, Lunch & Wine Tasting Discount Tickets

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Overview

Adventure, Fun stories, relax & terrific views are guaranteed. Jump on the iconic Italian 50cc Vespa, follow your tour leader and take in all the sights, sounds and perfumes of the Chianti region. The stop at our favorite local winery to enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch with a wine & olive oil tasting will be the cherry on top. Experience the heart of Tuscany like a real Italian and zip around the off-the-beaten track locations far away from the crowds on your own Vespa or as a passenger.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet in Poggibonsi at our office, Tuscany on Wheels, located on Strada di Sant'Appiano 9i | Park your car by the office for free. Pick-up is available upon request (subject to availability) and is not included in the tour price. Please contact us for details.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Tuscany on Wheels tours from San Gimignano
Meet our team by the Tuscany on Wheels office located in Barberino Tavarnelle right at the exit "Poggibonsi Nord" of the speedway "Firenze - Siena" only 12km to San Gimignano. Park you car by the office for free or request a paid pick up to our team in advance. Meet the guide and start the pre departure procedures including the driving test to make sure you are confident enough on the vehicle. Don't forget to bring all the documents required for the tour.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Tuscany
After a short introduction about safety procedures, the group will be ready to kick the road. You will then venture through the panoramic roads of Tuscany and the Chianti hills where you will fall in love with the fields of vines, cypresses and Tuscan rural houses. Don't forget to bring your camera as there will be plenty of photo opportunities to capture the eagerly awaited moment and freeze it in time. Stop along the way a few times to enjoy the best photo stops, take photos and listen to the stories from the guide about the area.
Duration: 60 mins
3. San Gimignano
Next stop will be a local winery where the kind owners will take you around their property before serving a wonderful & authentic tuscan meal with 3 wines and extra virgin olive oil to taste, an absolute treat!
Duration: 90 mins
4. Sant'Appiano
Hop again on your iconic scooter and follow your guide for the last part of the scenic drive. Lots of exciting stories are going to be also shared along the way!
Duration: 30 mins
5. Tuscany on Wheels tours from San Gimignano
Return back to the same starting point in the afternoon with a camera full a photos and a heart full of joy. Before leaving the group, go quickly through the final check of the vehicle.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Small group tour - 7 vespas max

50cc Vespa scooter with automatic transmission

Engaging, fun and professional Tour leader

Third party Insurance, Helmet & Fuel

Cruise around rolling vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages

Amazing views of the hills around San Gimignano

Orientation & Driving test before departure

Typical Tuscan Lunch with Wine Tasting in a local winery

Exclusion

Pick-Up & Drop Off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Previous scooter/Vespa/motorcycle driving experience is required and mandatory: A driving test is conducted by the team before the tour to verify the real ability to drive and being confident on a Vespa. Any participant unable to drive scooters safely may ride double with the partner or won’t allowed to attend the tour. No refunds will be granted in these cases.

A valid credit card for preauthorization is required as a guarantee in case of damages to vehicle. (No prepaid card | No American Express cards | No bancoposta)

A driver's license valid in Italy is required and must be presented upon arrival.

Drivers must be at least 18 years old and passengers at least 15 years old

The tour is actually 4h for the day tour but we require 1- 1h30 approx depending on the group size, for the pre check in tour procedures which include the test drive, the vehicle damage check, the contract signing and 30m approx when returning from the tour for a total of 6h

The vehicle weighs 88kg (194lb)

The height of the saddle from the ground is 81cm (2'). Not recommended for people smaller than 1,60m (5’3”)

Max speed of the vehicle is 48km/h (29.82 mph) on flat roads / 15km/h (9.32 mph) on hills

Vespa Primavera 50cc or Zip provided for the tour. Max weight on the Vespa50cc is recommended at 160 kg total (353 lbs)

T&C in case of rain: Weather conditions can change quickly and may vary from one area to another. A rain forecast does not mean the tour will be cancelled or changed. Tours operate as scheduled whenever conditions are safe. We recommend bringing a raincoat and a set of spare clothes. In case of light or occasional rain, the Vespa tour will continue as planned. If heavy rain makes riding unsafe, the group will stop and wait for conditions to improve. Participants will then return the Vespas to our office with the tour leader, and the tour will continue by minivan. Vehicles cannot be left along the route. In case of persistent heavy rain before departure, the tour will operate by minivan.

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