Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano

4.7
(393 reviews)
Florence, Italy

10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Enjoy a day trip to three of Tuscany’s most iconic destinations: Montalcino, home of the famous Brunello wine; Pienza, renowned for its Pecorino cheese; and Montepulciano, known for its prestigious Nobile wine.

Travel through the UNESCO-listed Val d’Orcia aboard a premium air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver and complimentary water. Small group experience, maximum 8 participants.

Please note that from November to April, and in case of bad weather, lunch will take place indoors. For tours departing on Mondays, lunch is always served in an indoor restaurant.

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• 24-hour cancellation policy
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For operational reasons, the itinerary order may vary between Montepulciano and Montalcino.

What's Included

2 Wine Tastings
Local product food tasting during the wine tasting in Montepulciano
Premium van with A/C
Superior Lunch with stunning view (November to April we cannot guarantee the restaurant with view)
English guided tour on vineyard and barrel cellar
English-speaking driver (driver is not the guide)
English guided tour on the underground city of Montepulciano
Gratuities
Private Pick-Up

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please, meet your driver beside the entrance of "Cantina Antinori", outside the building" at 08:00am, on the corner with via del Trebbio. Clients can be dropped in Montepulciano or Montalcino, please let us know as soon as you make your reservation.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Florence (Pass by)

    08:00AM: Meet our English speaking driver and let's the tour begin!

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Montalcino

    09:45AM: The first stop will be in a great winery in Montalcino... The winery is owned by a local family and, talking with them, you will not have the feeling to visit their work place but their home instead!...You will know everything about Brunello di Montalcino: the vineyard techniques , the wine making process, its ageing and ,off course, how to appreciate it by drinking different vintages!

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Fortezza di Montalcino

    11:30AM: Enjoy a quick stop of 15 minutes to enjoy the castle di Montalcino and its tiny city centre.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Historic Centre of the City of Pienza

    12:15PM: Arrived to Pienza, a Papal village famous for its Pecorino cheese, you will have the chance to enjoy a superior lunch in an ex convent of the XV century and some free time. An amazing 3 courses meal wich include wine and water will be served in a colourful garden with a stunning view of the Val d'Orcia! (available April to October included, in winter the lunch will be served inside) Following the lunch you will have free time to discover the lovely town of Pienza where you can appreciate the historic centre, enjoy the view points and visit the famous cheese shops!

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Montepulciano

    2:45PM: Here there we will be guided through an historical cellar called "The underground city" which is located downstairs of a local wine shop. At the exit from the underground city you will be greeted by a tasting of wine and other food specialities. Before leaving we will make sure you have enough time to visit the main square, placed on the top of the town, from where you can take the last pictures!

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Florence (Pass by)

    6:30PM (depending on traffic): Back to Florence

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Keys Of Italy / Florence

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Day Trips
Wine Tastings
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Wine Tours
Small Group
Food & Drink
Excellent Quality
Spring Break
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Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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