The Tours
Aboard a classic Land Rover Series III, we head off
in search of the roads less travelled.
We keep to the high ground, commanding a dominant ridgeline position with sweeping views across both the Florentine and the Sienese Chianti Classico. We thread through ancient hilltop villages — Montefioralle, Panzano, Volpaia — arriving at smaller, family-owned wineries where people work with heart and soul.
We offer two departures: a half-day morning experience, Buongiorno!, and a late afternoon expedition, Buonasera! — both for up to six guests, both departing from Villa Bordoni. Travelling to Greve by public transport from Florence? By prior arrangement, we are happy to collect you from the bus stop in central Greve.
Buongiorno!
Five hours in the heart
of Chianti Classico
We leave Villa Bordoni in the early morning, when the mist still lingers in the valley and the vines glow golden in the first light. Our vintage Land Rover — a vehicle as suited to these ancient roads as the oxen that once trod them — carries you through some of the most beautiful countryside in Italy.
You'll walk the cobbled alleys of Montefioralle, one of the smallest and best-preserved medieval villages in Tuscany. You'll pause in the main square of Greve in Chianti to absorb the rhythm of Chiantian daily life. The road south winds through Panzano and on to Volpaia, a fortified hamlet at nearly 640 metres, with views that reward the climb.
At two family-run wineries — chosen for their character, their story, and the quality of what they pour — you'll taste Chianti Classico as the people who make it want you to experience it: unhurried, in context, with conversation. Lunch brings the morning together.
Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.
Vintage Land Rover
Private transport throughout aboard a classic Land Rover — the perfect vehicle for these roads.
Village Visits
Guided walks through Montefioralle, Greve in Chianti, Panzano, and Volpaia with local context.
One or Two Winery Tastings
Private tours and tastings at one or two family-owned Chianti Classico producers. Small producers, big stories.
Lunch
A leisurely lunch at one of our partner restaurants — a proper Tuscan table, not a tourist menu.
Expert Guide
Your guide knows this land intimately. The history, the wine, the people. Questions are welcomed.
Hotel Pickup
Departure and return from Villa Bordoni. Private arrangements for guests staying elsewhere — ask us.
The Itinerary
Departure
We meet at Villa Bordoni. Coffee, introductions, and then — we're off.
Montefioralle & Greve in Chianti
A walk through one of Tuscany's most beautifully preserved medieval villages, then on to the arcaded main square of Greve.
First Winery Visit
Tour the cellar and estate with the family who tends it. Tasting of their Chianti Classico wines at the source.
Panzano & the Road South
Through the butcher's town of Panzano — a short stop — and south into the higher reaches of Chianti.
Second Winery & Lunch
A tasting at a second producer before settling in for a generous Tuscan lunch with wine and conversation.
Volpaia
If the afternoon allows, a brief visit to Volpaia — a fortified medieval hamlet with extraordinary panoramic views.
Return to Villa Bordoni
We return the way the land takes us — slowly, by the most beautiful road available.
Buonasera!
The golden hour
aperitivo expedition
As the day's heat softens and the light turns amber across the hills, we set out into the Chianti Classico in a wholly different mood. This is the hour when the landscape reveals its warmest self — stone villages glow golden, the vines cast long shadows, and the rhythm of the countryside slows to something deeply unhurried.
We drive the high ridgelines, the valley stretching wide on either side, before arriving at a carefully chosen family winery. After a private tour of the cellar and a tasting of their Chianti Classico, we settle in for an aperitivo — a glass in hand, finger food, conversation — as the light fades over the Florentine hills.
One winery. One evening. Just six guests. You may join individually, as a couple, as a family or group of friends — or contact us for a quote for exclusive use of the vehicle.
The Itinerary
Departure
We meet at Villa Bordoni. A brief introduction, then we're off into the afternoon hills.
The Ridge Road
We climb to the high ground, following roads few visitors ever find. The views open wide across the valley — Florentine Chianti to the north, Sienese Chianti to the south.
Winery Visit & Tasting
A private tour of a family estate, followed by a tasting of their Chianti Classico wines at the source — unhurried, in context, with the people who made them.
Aperitivo & Finger Food
As the sun drops toward the hills, we settle in for an aperitivo. A glass of wine or prosecco, something to eat, the last of the golden light.
Return to Villa Bordoni
We return as the evening settles over the valley — the best possible way to begin a Tuscan evening.
Practical Information
What to Wear
Comfortable walking shoes — some village streets are cobbled and uneven. Dress in layers; mornings can be cool even in summer. A light jacket is always a good idea.
What to Bring
Your camera. Sunscreen and sunglasses in summer. A small bag if you plan to buy wine at the wineries — a purchase we'd warmly encourage.
Meeting Point
Villa Bordoni, Via San Cresci 31/32, Greve in Chianti. View on Google Maps. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. If you're staying elsewhere, contact us — we can discuss options.
Cancellation Policy
A 35% deposit is charged on booking confirmation. You may cancel at no penalty up to 48 hours before your tour date. Within 48 hours, the deposit is retained. The remaining balance is due on the day of the tour.
Dietary Requirements
Please let us know of any dietary needs or allergies at the time of booking. We'll do our best to accommodate — this is Tuscany, the table is the centrepiece.
Private & Group Bookings
The tour accommodates a maximum of 6 guests, making every experience intimate by nature. For private bookings — anniversaries, proposals, corporate outings — please contact us directly.
Book a Tour
Select your preferred tour and date below. A 35% deposit confirms your reservation.
Maximum 6 guests per departure.