Florence to San Gimignano and Volterra: Private day trip
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About your trip
Leave Florence behind for a winding ride through vineyard-laced hills to San Gimignano, where ancient stone towers rise above golden fields. After climbing Torre Grossa and tasting Vernaccia, continue to Volterra, a windswept hilltop town of Etruscan gates, Roman ruins, and glowing alabaster.
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Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Florence whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
After arriving in San Gimignano, you'll be free to climb the Torre Grossa before continuing on to Volterra, where you can discover ancient Roman ruins, all at your leisure. Meanwhile, your driver will wait for you nearby, ensuring a stress-free return trip.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in San Gimignano and Volterra should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €267
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€801
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Florence
You choose the pickup spot.
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San Gimignano
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included








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Volterra
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included






Back to Florence
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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San Gimignano is famed for its extraordinary skyline of medieval towers, earning it the nickname "Medieval Manhattan." During your 3-hour visit, you'll see 14 surviving towers (of the original 72) that served as status symbols for competing noble families during the 12th and 13th centuries. Unlike other Tuscan towns where towers were demolished over time, San Gimignano's economic decline after the Black Death paradoxically preserved these structures. Climb Torre Grossa (54 meters) for panoramic views of the town and surrounding countryside dotted with vineyards and olive groves.
Volterra offers Italy's best window into the mysterious Etruscan civilization that preceded the Romans. During your 3-hour visit, explore the exceptional Guarnacci Etruscan Museum housing 600 funeral urns and the famous "Shadow of the Evening" elongated bronze figure that inspired Giacometti. Visit the remarkably preserved Etruscan walls dating to the 4th century BCE, the Porta all'Arco gateway with its ancient stone faces, and archaeological sites revealing this sophisticated culture. The city's multiple layers of Etruscan, Roman, Medieval, and Renaissance history create a uniquely rich historical experience.
Alabaster is a soft, translucent stone that Volterra has specialized in carving since Etruscan times. During your visit, watch artisans transform this luminous material in workshops throughout the historic center, particularly along Via Porta all'Arco. The stone's translucent quality allows light to pass through delicate carvings, creating a distinctive glow. Visit the Ecomuseo dell'Alabastro to understand the material's cultural significance and historical techniques. Alabaster crafts make authentic souvenirs representing a 3,000-year-old artistic tradition unique to this region.
This day trip allocates 3 hours each for San Gimignano and Volterra, providing balanced exploration time. In San Gimignano, focus on climbing at least one tower, visiting the Collegiate Church with its vibrant frescoes, and experiencing the atmosphere of Piazza della Cisterna. In Volterra, prioritize the Etruscan Museum, Roman Theater remains, and the dramatic Medicean Fortress with its stunning valley views. Both towns reward wandering their atmospheric medieval streets, where you'll discover hidden courtyards, small churches, and authentic craft shops away from main tourist areas.
San Gimignano is known for golden-white Vernaccia wine (Italy's first DOC-designated wine) and locally produced saffron used in risottos and desserts. Try traditional options like wild boar with polenta or the town's award-winning gelato at Gelateria Dondoli in the main square. Volterra offers Tuscan specialties with unique Etruscan influences, including cinta senese (heritage pork), pecorino cheese aged in underground caves, and lardo di Volterra. Both towns feature excellent, family-run trattorias where regional ingredients shine in simple, authentic preparations.
San Gimignano is approximately 60 kilometers (37 miles) southwest of Florence, with a driving time of about 1 hour. Volterra is 30 kilometers (19 miles) further, about 45 minutes from San Gimignano. The journey takes you through the scenic Tuscan countryside, with picturesque views of vineyards, olive groves, and cypress-lined roads. Your private Daytrip driver handles all transportation between these hill towns, navigating the winding country roads while you relax and enjoy the changing landscapes between destinations.
April through October offers the most pleasant conditions for exploring these hilltop towns. Spring (April-June) brings green landscapes and fewer tourists, while early fall (September-October) features harvest activities and ideal temperatures. Summer provides extended daylight hours but brings more tourists and heat that can make exploring challenging. Consider visiting San Gimignano early in the day before tour buses arrive (typically 10 AM-4 PM), then continuing to Volterra which generally receives fewer visitors. Both towns are particularly magical in early morning and late afternoon light.
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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