The olive road · SAN GIMIGNANO OLIVE OIL TOURS
The 4 best san gimignano olive oil tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Meet at Podere La Marronaia’s Sosta Alle Colonne, a family-run organic and biodynamic farm within walking distance of San Gimignano. Dario leads a private tasting of four Tuscan wines and three extra virgin olive oils, with bread, snacks, water, and views toward the town’s famous towers.
“The setting here is beautiful and the wines, food, and service are really good. A fun stop for a group”
Visit Podere la Marronaia, an organic family farm about 800 meters from San Gimignano, for four wines, six olive oils, local cheeses, bruschette, and a truffle-based meal. The outdoor setting looks toward the town towers and nearby vineyards. This private, English-language tasting lasts about 45 minutes and does not include transport.
“This was a nice little surprise to find a charming vineyard in San Gimignano that was small and family owned and there for generations. The wine, olive oil and balsamic vinegars was delicious!”
Spend two hours at a family-run winery near San Gimignano, where you will taste wine, learn how Chianti, Vernaccia, and olive oil are made, then carry a picnic basket into the olive grove. Your basket includes wine, pappa al pomodoro, cold cuts, cheese, appetizers, water, dishes, and a blanket. English and Italian hosting is available.
At Agriturismo Il Vicario near San Gimignano, producer Katia guides your private group through Tuscan olive oil, from growing and harvesting to pressing and selling. You will taste the oil, learn about the farm’s low-impact oxidation system, and enjoy bottled water and snacks during this one-hour afternoon experience.
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