Ride through the rolling vineyards outside San Gimignano, then unwind with a guided tasting at a local estate. This private half-day pairs a one-hour horseback excursion with cultural context and scenic views of the Tuscan hills.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A late-morning sun warms the cobbles of San Gimignano as visitors push through the town’s narrow streets toward the open country beyond the towers. Following a short transfer to a family-run farm, riders meet calm horses and step onto dirt tracks that thread between vineyards, olive groves, and lines of cypress that seem to point the way across the horizon.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility and balance are required; participants should be comfortable mounting/dismounting and sitting for an hour on horseback.
Wildlife
History
San Gimignano’s towers date to the 12th–14th centuries when competing merchant families built them as status symbols; the surrounding countryside has long produced Vernaccia and Sangiovese wines.
Conservation
Many farms in the area practice sustainable viticulture and maintain marked tracks for visitors; stay on established paths and follow estate guidelines to limit erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Exclusive Horseback Experience and Wine Tasting today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy, closed-toe footwear protects your feet in the stirrups and on farm paths; avoid sandals.
Sun protection is crucial
Bring sunscreen, a brimmed hat for the transfer, and sunglasses — Tuscan sun is strong even on cool days.
Notify staff about spinal issues
This activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries; disclose medical concerns when booking.
Book morning departures
Morning rides are cooler and offer crisper light for photos; afternoons can be hotter and windier in summer.
Closed-toe hiking shoes or riding boots
Protects feet in stirrups and on uneven farm tracks.
Long pants
Prevents chafing while riding and offers extra protection from brush.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Sun protection for the open hills and during the estate visit.
summer
Light layered jacket
Useful for morning coolness and breezy hilltops, especially outside summer.
spring