Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano

About this experience

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. Why choose us? • Guaranteed departures • Secure booking • 24-hour cancellation policy • Best rates guaranteed For operational reasons, the itinerary order may vary between Montepulciano and Montalcino.

Itinerary

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1. Stop 1

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

2. Stop 2

   Duration: 90 min

   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!

3. Stop 3

   Duration: 15 min

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

4. Stop 4

   Duration: 90 min

   12:15PM: Arrived to Pienza, a Papal village famous for its Pecorino cheese, you will have the chance to enjoy an amazing 3 courses meal wich include wine and water. 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!

5. Stop 5

   Duration: 120 min

   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!

6. Stop 6

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

What's included

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• 2 Wine Tastings
• Local product food tasting during the wine tasting in Montepulciano
• Superior Lunch
• Premium van with A/C
• 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

What's not included

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• Gratuities
• Private Pick-Up

Additional information

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• 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

Cancellation policy

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