Hello, my name is Elena. I was born in a small village near Florence and spent part of my life there, studying languages since the age of 11.

I attended language high school and language University in Florence, where I had the chance to study English and French. When I got my first degree in 2009 in Florence, I started working as a group tour leader for day tours visiting nearby cities from Florence. This first job inspired me and let me understand that tourism was one of my passions. I met some guides in Siena and I started to share their passion for the city and its culture, so I moved there and attended a year course to become an officially licensed city guide for Siena. I started working straight away, and in the meantime I kept studying, talking to locals, discovering and learning new things.

My big passion for new challenges brought me further, so I got a Master degree in linguistics in Siena in 2015, while working as a guide, which inspired my thesis about the use of different languages in tourism.

Lockdown in 2020 and 2021 increased my love for nature, so I took advantage of some extra time to get a new license as a hiking-nature guide, which I mainly practice in the beautiful hills near my house, in Chianti. Walking through the beautiful Tuscan landscape and into some of our refreshing forests made me appreciate the great value of a slow pace. I think it's great to stop and look at what is around us, breathing fresh air or listening to the street noises, while discovering a new place and country.

I'm a very active person, I love nature, art, architecture, food and wine and I keep discovering new passions. I think traveling is one of the things that really make us richer. While traveling, people have the opportunity to open to new cultures and styles and immerse themselves into other traditions through experience. This is exactly what I try to do every time I welcome my guests in Siena and surroundings: I would love to enrich their memory of a great trip with new and personal experiences.

Living in such a beautiful area makes me feel blessed, and it's great to share this joy with people coming from all over the world!

Come take a walk in the painting-like Tuscan landscape and discover the beauty of Siena and its surrounding cities with me, I look forward to meeting you and welcoming you in my beautiful region!

Licensed city guide for Siena and surrounding cities (such as San Gimignano, Pienza, Montepulciano, Montalcino, Castelnuovo Berardenga)

Licensed hiking guide in Tuscany

Licensed tour leader

I cannot include transportation in the tours but can help you get in touch with a professional driver if needed.

First time in Siena? Enjoy a slow, relaxed experience with a local guide.

Visiting Siena is an experience to make at least once in your life (unless you decide to come and live here, as I did years ago) but doing it while listening to a local guide who tells you anecdotes, legends and history of this amazing city will make your experience unforgettable!

Siena is a magnificent example of medieval architecture, with very interesting monuments to see: the beautiful and unique Piazza del Campo, the stunning Cathedral, and a lot of history to share.

During this 3-hour private walking tour we will discover the magic of Siena, while talking about history and stories, local food, art and, of course, the Palio! A slow-paced experience to enjoy the beauty around us and dive into history and traditions of a beautiful city you will fall in love with!

Walking Tour of Siena

2 heures à la découverte de Sienne et ses quartiers, pendant une promenade dans le centre historique de la ville.
Nous irons découvrir les traditions du Palio et les lieux les plus importants de la ville avec des petits jeux pour les enfants. Le tour commencera devant l'église de San Domenico à Sienne et se terminera dans la place principale, Piazza Del Campo.
Arrets photos pendant la promenade. 

Tour de Sienne pour famille

Meeting point at free car parking in San Quirico d'Orcia (google maps link provided) for a scenic 9-km morning hike in the Val d'Orcia. We will walk by the famous chapel of Vitaleta, with great picture opportunities. 
Approximate hike duration 3,5 hours. 
Return to San Quirico for lunch break a quick tour of the town and the beautiful church of San Quirico e Giulitta.
Afternoon stop at Bagno Vignoni for a pleasant walk around the central pool and the old water mill with hot spring water. 
Leisure time after the tour. 

Please notice: Although the hike is not difficult, it requires a minimum equipment. It is important to wear:
- hiking shoes/boots;
- long trousers and appropriate clothes for the weather.
Make sure you have with you:
- a bottle of water;
- a rain poncho/light raincoat;
- a hat to protect from the sun/rain;
- anti-mosquito spray



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