One of the most requested tours by guests who want to visit Tuscany is a half-day tour in a Ferrari to discover Chianti. Chianti is certainly one of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany and is famous all over the world for its high quality wines, its enchanting landscapes made of vineyards, hills and splendid ancient villages in which to discover the history and magnificent masterpieces of art .

A half-day Ferrari tour in Chianti can cover different itineraries and places, this being a region that has so much to offer and each guest having different desires and needs. Today we take you with us on one of the most popular itineraries to discover Chianti. 

Departure: the medieval village of Monteriggioni 

The Ferrari tour of Chianti starts from a pearl of the Italian Middle Ages: Monteriggioni. Monteriggioni is still perfectly surrounded by its ancient fortified walls and entering through its gate is like stepping back in time. The small square with the church from which the characteristic alleys branch off is a jewel and today houses traditional restaurants and shops. The Ferrari reserved for the tour will be waiting for guests in the square, ready to begin this tour to discover Chianti region. The Real Luxury staff will explain characteristics of the chosen car to allow guests to enjoy the driving experience to the fullest!

The Chiantigiana road in the footsteps of the Mille Miglia 

The Chianti state road is one of the most panoramic in Italy and with its curves it crosses splendid landscapes made up of green hills, endless vineyards, ancient villages and wonderful rows of cypresses. Driving here is a real pleasure; in fact, this road creates the perfect mix to enjoy the view and test the cars’ potential! It is no coincidence that this is one of the most popular sections of the legendary Mille Miglia! If you are curious to learn more, we leave you this article!

Coffee stop and shopping for typical products in Greve in Chianti 

The beating heart of the Chianti region is Greve in Chianti with its ancient buildings and its large porticoed square which hides typical restaurants and traditional shops. Thanks to its strategic position between Florence and Siena, it has always been a hub of commerce over the centuries which has contributed to maintaining an important position over the whole region up to the present day! Here it is possible to stop during the tour to be able to rest after driving, take a walk among food and crafts shops or, if with several cars, swap cars between drivers in order to try more different driving experiences between the different Ferarri models .

San Gimignano: the Manhattan of the Middle Ages 

One of the most popular stops during Ferrari tours in Chianti is undoubtedly San Gimignano, known as the “Manhattan of the Middle Ages” for its ancient and extravagant medieval towers. Every family here during the Middle Ages had the habit of building their home in the form of a tower, the height of which was often a reflection of the wealth of the family. This is why in this very particular village, now a UNESCO heritage site, there are many towers which, together with the squares and historic buildings, make it a unique stop capable of always surprising travelers who decide to visit it! Real Luxury also has the possibility of organizing an exclusive dinner in one of these incredible towers, still private homes today, to fully experience the magical historical atmosphere!