Food & wine

Tuscany Wines & Lunch: Montepulciano & Montalcino Experience

3.8(4 reviews)Florence, Italy
11hDurationEnglish, Italian, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Experience a full-day small-group tour from Florence to southern Tuscany, traveling through the Val d’Orcia region. This itinerary includes a lunch at Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano, located outside the historic town center, featuring a Tuscan appetizer, pasta with ragù or lasagna, and cantucci with Vin Santo, with a vegetarian option available. During the tour, participants will taste three wines from Cantina del Redi: Riccio Toscana Bianco IGT or Nobile di Montepulciano, Briareo Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva, and Vin Santo. The itinerary includes a visit to Pienza, where there will be free time to explore the Renaissance town and its artisan shops. The tour concludes with a visit to Montalcino, renowned for its Brunello di Montalcino, before returning to Florence through the scenic Tuscan countryside. This experience is suitable for those interested in food and wine but may not be ideal for individuals seeking a fast-paced tour.

Itinerary

1

Montepulciano

Montepulciano is a historic hill town known for Renaissance palaces, panoramic views, and its famous wines, including Rosso and the prestigious Nobile di Montepulciano.

2

Pienza

Pienza is a charming Renaissance town in the Val d’Orcia, famous for its harmonious architecture, panoramic views, and traditional Pecorino cheese.

3

Montalcino

Montalcino is a medieval hill town surrounded by vineyards, famous worldwide for Brunello di Montalcino and stunning views over the Tuscan countryside.

What's included / not included

Traditional Tuscan lunch In MontepulcianoUnlimited high-speed WIFI on busLicensed tour leader (English, Spanish, or Italian speaking, depending on option selected)Guided tour of two wineriesMultiple wine tastings - 4 types of wineRound-trip transportation from Florence by air-conditioned coach
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Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • Wine tastings take place in English, with your tour leader providing translation support when needed.
  • A moderate amount of walking and stairs is involved.
  • The tour itinerary is subject to change, but all scheduled stops will be visited.
  • Not suitable for people with mobility impairments
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time. In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND will be possible.

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