Authentic Tuscany Vespa Tour, Lunch & Wine Tasting
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Guided tour in English and Italian
About this experience
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.
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What’s included
- Roundtrip transportation by minivan or bus
- Third Party Insurance, helmet & fuel
- Orientation & Driving test before departure
- Typical Tuscan Lunch with Wine Tasting in a local winery
- Cruise around rolling vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages
- Views of the Medieval town of San Gimignano
- Engaging, fun and professional Tour leader
- 50cc Vespa scooter with automatic transmission
Not included
- Tips & Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up/Drop off
Itinerary
- 1
Meet the team
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.
- 2
Start the Adventures
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.
- 3
Light Lunch & Winery Experience
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!
- 4
Drive back
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!
- 5
Return to start point
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.
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Minimum age
- 18+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Italian
- Start times
- 10:00 · 10:45 · 11:00 · 15:00
Know before you go
- 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.
- 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 4h30m 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 tour requires a minimum of 3 people to run
- This tour takes place on scenic paved public roads through the Chianti countryside. We do not ride on Tuscany's gravel strade bianche, as paved roads provide a safer and more enjoyable riding experience.
- Vehicle information:
- Vespa Primavera 50cc or Zip provided for the tour. Max weight on the Vespa50cc is recommended at 160 kg total (353 lbs)
- Max speed of the vehicle is 48km/h (29.82 mph) on flat roads / 15km/h (9.32 mph) on hills
- The height of the saddle from the ground is 81cm (2'). Not recommended for people smaller than 1,60m (5’3”)
- The vehicle weighs 88kg (194lb)
- Drivers are required to present upon arrival their physical documents ( ID for EU /Passport for NON EU, valid driving License and Credit Card ) . The lack of these documents implies the non-participation in the tour with no refund. No Pictures, no photocopies.
- A valid credit card for a EUR 500 preauthorization per vespa is required as a guarantee in case of damages to vehicle. (No prepaid card | No American Express cards | No bancoposta)
- We recommend bringing a raincoat and a set of spare clothes.
- 🌧️ 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.
- 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.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
Meeting point
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Tuscany on Wheels
- Address
- Tuscany on Wheels office: Strada di Sant' Appiano 9/i, Barberino Tavarnelle (FL), 50028, IT
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 43.48788, 11.14985
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 6 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Italian
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Tuscany on Wheels, Tuscany on Wheels office: Strada di Sant' Appiano 9/i, Barberino Tavarnelle (FL), 50028, IT.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 18 or older.
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