Although Tuscany is home to one of the most famous varieties of wine in the world, there is much more to Chianti than the ‘spirits’. The Chianti region, comprised of 20 km between Firenze, Siena and Arezzo, is world renowned for its distinct and time tested production of wine and olive oil as well as its wide array of beautiful landscapes and historic sites. The horizon within the region of Chianti undulates with hills that are spotted with vineyards and olive groves, small medieval villages, churches and palaces. It holds in its soil a rich history, full of age old traditions.
Take a drive (bus, motorbike, bicycle, or even a horse) through the heart of Chianti on the famous and beautiful ‘Via Chiantigiana’ and stop at one of the many beautiful towns along the way; each has something specific to offer. Whether you are looking for classic examples of Tuscan food and wine, glimpses and traces of ancient civilizations and castles, or a trail of medieval and Romanesque churches, there are many possible stops along the way.