Set out on a classic Fiat 500 adventure through the picturesque Chianti region from Florence. This private tour offers a unique opportunity to explore charming villages and medieval hamlets, immersed in the breathtaking Tuscan countryside. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll navigate scenic roads, capture stunning views, and indulge in a farmhouse lunch featuring local delicacies and renowned Chianti wines. It’s a captivating blend of culture, history, and culinary delights that…
Key Points
- Explore the scenic Chianti countryside in a vintage Fiat 500 on a private tour from Florence, with a local guide providing insights and direction.
- Experience charming Chianti villages, medieval hamlets, and an antique farmhouse, with opportunities for photo stops and local tastings.
- Receive a brief driving lesson and enjoy the iconic vintage Fiat 500 experience, navigating the winding Tuscan roads.
- Savor a farmhouse lunch featuring local Chianti wine, grappa, and extra virgin olive oil tastings in a tranquil rural setting.
- Enjoy the beauty of Tuscany, including picturesque vineyards, olive groves, and 150-year-old grape trees.
Tour Overview

The tour offers a private, intimate experience for visitors to explore the picturesque Chianti region of Tuscany from Florence.
Guests cruise through the scenic countryside in a vintage Fiat 500, enjoying a brief driving lesson and private guide.
The itinerary includes stops at a Chianti village, medieval hamlet, and antique farmhouse, providing photo opportunities at scenic vantage points.
Highlights include a farmhouse lunch featuring wine, grappa, and olive oil tastings.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible but is stroller-friendly, and the driver must know how to operate a manual transmission vehicle.
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Vintage Fiat 500 Experience
Cruising through the Tuscan countryside in a vintage Fiat 500 is the heart of this private tour.
Guests will be briefed on the car’s driving mechanics and then take the wheel, navigating scenic roads dotted with vineyards and medieval hamlets.
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The iconic Fiat 500 provides an authentic and charming way to explore Chianti.
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A local guide accompanies the tour, offering insights and directing the route.
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Stops include a Chianti village, an antique farmhouse, and photo-worthy vantage points.
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The excursion culminates with a farmhouse lunch featuring wine, grappa, and olive oil tastings.
Scenic Tuscan Countryside

Winding through the Tuscan countryside, the private tour takes guests on a captivating journey.
Cruising in a vintage Fiat 500, travelers experience the region’s picturesque landscapes and charming villages. Along the way, they stop at a Chianti village and a medieval hamlet, capturing scenic vistas and photo opportunities.
An antique farmhouse hosts a farmhouse lunch where guests savor local wines, grappa, and olive oil.
The tour showcases the beauty of Tuscany, from 150-year-old grape trees to the quality of the culinary offerings.
It’s a truly immersive and memorable experience in the heart of Italy’s wine country.
Chianti Village Visit

One of the highlights of the tour is the stop at a charming Chianti village.
Visitors get to explore the picturesque streets, browse local shops, and soak in the authentic Tuscan atmosphere.
The village offers:
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Centuries-old architecture and cobblestone lanes
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Quaint local stores selling artisanal products
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Family-owned restaurants serving traditional Chianti cuisine
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Panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and olive groves
The guide provides insights into the village’s history and culture, ensuring a truly immersive experience.
This leisurely visit offers a glimpse into the heart of Chianti’s small-town charm.
Medieval Hamlet Exploration

After departing the charming Chianti village, the tour continues its journey through the rolling Tuscan hills, leading visitors to a well-preserved medieval hamlet.
The group explores the quaint streets and historic structures, marveling at the architecture that has endured for centuries. A highlight is the town’s centerpiece – a magnificent stone church, its steeple towering over the surrounding buildings.
The group marvels at the enduring architecture, with the towering steeple of the magnificent stone church as the centerpiece of the historic hamlet.
Guests wander through the hamlet, imagining what life was like in the Middle Ages as they capture photos of the picturesque scenery.
The tour then departs the hamlet, ready to venture to the next destination on the itinerary.
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Farmhouse Lunch and Tasting

Departing the medieval hamlet, the tour arrives at a picturesque antique farmhouse nestled amidst the Chianti vineyards.
Here, guests are treated to a farmhouse lunch featuring:
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A tasting of the farmhouse’s own Chianti wine
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A sampling of locally-produced grappa
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An opportunity to taste the estate’s acclaimed extra virgin olive oil
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A meal showcasing the region’s finest seasonal ingredients
The lunch provides a delightful respite, allowing guests to savor the flavors of Tuscany while enjoying the tranquil rural setting.
After the meal, the tour continues, eager to uncover more of the Chianti region’s enchanting hidden gems.
Photo Opportunities

Where do the tour’s photo opportunities arise?
The vintage Fiat 500 tour offers several scenic photo stops along the way. Guests can capture beautiful views of the Tuscan countryside, including a Chianti village and a medieval hamlet.
The vintage Fiat 500 tour offers scenic photo stops showcasing the Tuscan countryside, including a Chianti village and a medieval hamlet.
The tour also includes a stop at an antique farmhouse, where visitors can take photos of the historic buildings and 150-year-old grape trees.
Throughout the drive, the classic car itself provides a photogenic backdrop against the rolling hills and vineyards of the Chianti region.
These photo opportunities allow guests to bring home memories of their vintage Italian adventure.
Pickup and Booking Details

The tour offers pickup points available in central Florence. The starting time is 9:00 AM, and infant seats are available upon request.
The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but stroller accessible. Drivers must know how to operate a manual transmission vehicle.
Customers can take advantage of the "Reserve now, pay later" option. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
With these convenient pickup locations, flexible booking, and accommodating policies, the vintage Fiat 500 tour provides an accessible and hassle-free way to explore the enchanting Chianti region.
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