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From San Gimignano: Tuscany Vespa Tour, Lunch & Wine Tasting
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Full Description
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.
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What's Included
Included
- 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
Not Included
- Pick-Up from your accommodation on request
Important Information
- 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)
Itinerary
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 minutes
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 minutes
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 minutes
Duration: 30 minutes
Before leaving the group, go quickly through the final check of the vehicle.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission ticket included
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
Pick-up is available upon request (subject to availability) and is not included in the tour price. Please contact us for details.
End Point
Pick-up is available upon request (subject to availability) and is not included in the tour price. Please contact us for details.
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 6 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- 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
...and more
The starting point is: 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 av.... We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.