Full-Day Tour of Val D’Orcia

Discover Tuscany’s hill towns, taste local wines and cheeses, and enjoy stunning countryside views with an expert guide from Florence.

9 hrs – 11.5 hrs

Free cancellation

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From €78.2

Why book with us?

From €78.2

Why book with us?

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Take in breathtaking views from Montepulciano and Montalcino while exploring picturesque hill towns

  • Experience Renaissance architecture and sample Brunello wine with cheese in beautiful Pienza

  • Benefit from your guide’s insights and enjoy personal leisure time in each location

  • Visit filming locations, such as Montepulciano from the New Moon film

What’s Included

  • Visits to Pienza, Montepulciano and optionally Montalcino

  • Round-trip GT coach transportation from Florence

  • Expert English Spanish or Italian-speaking guide

  • Wine tastings (Brunello in Montalcino, Vino Nobile in Montepulciano)

  • Pecorino cheese tasting in Pienza

About

Why Explore Val d’Orcia

Val d’Orcia is admired for the harmonious blend of natural beauty and human creativity. Designed during the Renaissance as the ideal countryside, its iconic landscapes feature rolling hills, vineyards, cypress-lined roads and perfectly preserved towns. Everywhere you turn, there are panoramic vistas dotted with pastoral villages and Renaissance palaces revealing centuries of history and artistic heritage.

Your Journey from Florence

The adventure begins in Florence as you board a comfortable coach bound for southern Tuscany. Passing through the picturesque landscape, your guide will introduce you to the unique charm and historical significance of the region.

Discovering Montalcino

Your first stop is Montalcino, perched above the surrounding valleys and famous for producing world-renowned Brunello wine. Here you’ll visit traditional wine cellars, sample Brunello and learn about the techniques that make this area’s reds unique. Capture the stunning patchwork of vineyards and olive groves from the highest vantage point in town.

  • Stroll through atmospheric medieval streets

  • See ancient fortresses and local artisan shops

  • Enjoy your introduction to the flavours of Tuscany

Historic Pienza and Cheese Tasting

Next, journey to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage hilltop town celebrated for its perfect blend of Renaissance architecture and breathtaking views of the Orcia Valley. Wander the enchanting alleys and admire the architectural harmony established by Pope Pius II. This is also where you’ll taste the region’s famed Pecorino cheese, learning why its flavour is prized across Italy.

  • Admire Renaissance-era squares and palazzi

  • Sample Pecorino amid views of the valley

  • Savour the town’s relaxing atmosphere and scenic panoramas

Montepulciano: Wine Traditions and Famous Film Locations

The final stop is Montepulciano, noted for its ‘Vino Nobile’ wine and a lovely labyrinth of cobbled lanes. Explore the town’s noble palaces, hidden courtyards and historic squares. If you're a movie fan, you’ll recognize sites from the Twilight: New Moon film. Relax during a tasting of the prestigious Vino Nobile and soak up the town's cinematic beauty.

  • Tour cellars and taste Vino Nobile wine

  • Traverse colourful streets and local boutiques

  • Enjoy free time for photos or additional discoveries

Guided Insights and Comfortable Travel

Throughout your experience, an expert guide brings the region’s stories to life and provides fascinating background on Tuscany’s history and gastronomy. You’ll also have ample free time in each town for personal exploration, shopping or enjoying local cafés.

Book your Full-Day Tour of Val D’Orcia tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Be punctual for departure to maximise your visit to all towns

  • Follow your guide’s instructions during tastings and free time

  • Respect local customs and rules at historic sites

  • Minimise noise in quiet town areas and wineries

FAQs

What is included in the Val d’Orcia full-day tour?

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Florence visits to Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano local wine and cheese tastings and a professional guide.

Are wine tastings suitable for all ages?

No, guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in wine tastings.

Is there free time to explore each town on my own?

Yes, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy free time in each town for photos, shopping or relaxing.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera and carry a valid ID for wine tasting participation.

Is transportation included in the price?

Yes, round-trip coach transportation from Florence is part of the package.

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID for wine tasting activities

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for cobbled streets

  • The tour operates on select weekdays starting at 8am

  • Please inform your guide of any dietary restrictions in advance

  • Not all areas are wheelchair accessible

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Take in breathtaking views from Montepulciano and Montalcino while exploring picturesque hill towns

  • Experience Renaissance architecture and sample Brunello wine with cheese in beautiful Pienza

  • Benefit from your guide’s insights and enjoy personal leisure time in each location

  • Visit filming locations, such as Montepulciano from the New Moon film

What’s Included

  • Visits to Pienza, Montepulciano and optionally Montalcino

  • Round-trip GT coach transportation from Florence

  • Expert English Spanish or Italian-speaking guide

  • Wine tastings (Brunello in Montalcino, Vino Nobile in Montepulciano)

  • Pecorino cheese tasting in Pienza

About

Why Explore Val d’Orcia

Val d’Orcia is admired for the harmonious blend of natural beauty and human creativity. Designed during the Renaissance as the ideal countryside, its iconic landscapes feature rolling hills, vineyards, cypress-lined roads and perfectly preserved towns. Everywhere you turn, there are panoramic vistas dotted with pastoral villages and Renaissance palaces revealing centuries of history and artistic heritage.

Your Journey from Florence

The adventure begins in Florence as you board a comfortable coach bound for southern Tuscany. Passing through the picturesque landscape, your guide will introduce you to the unique charm and historical significance of the region.

Discovering Montalcino

Your first stop is Montalcino, perched above the surrounding valleys and famous for producing world-renowned Brunello wine. Here you’ll visit traditional wine cellars, sample Brunello and learn about the techniques that make this area’s reds unique. Capture the stunning patchwork of vineyards and olive groves from the highest vantage point in town.

  • Stroll through atmospheric medieval streets

  • See ancient fortresses and local artisan shops

  • Enjoy your introduction to the flavours of Tuscany

Historic Pienza and Cheese Tasting

Next, journey to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage hilltop town celebrated for its perfect blend of Renaissance architecture and breathtaking views of the Orcia Valley. Wander the enchanting alleys and admire the architectural harmony established by Pope Pius II. This is also where you’ll taste the region’s famed Pecorino cheese, learning why its flavour is prized across Italy.

  • Admire Renaissance-era squares and palazzi

  • Sample Pecorino amid views of the valley

  • Savour the town’s relaxing atmosphere and scenic panoramas

Montepulciano: Wine Traditions and Famous Film Locations

The final stop is Montepulciano, noted for its ‘Vino Nobile’ wine and a lovely labyrinth of cobbled lanes. Explore the town’s noble palaces, hidden courtyards and historic squares. If you're a movie fan, you’ll recognize sites from the Twilight: New Moon film. Relax during a tasting of the prestigious Vino Nobile and soak up the town's cinematic beauty.

  • Tour cellars and taste Vino Nobile wine

  • Traverse colourful streets and local boutiques

  • Enjoy free time for photos or additional discoveries

Guided Insights and Comfortable Travel

Throughout your experience, an expert guide brings the region’s stories to life and provides fascinating background on Tuscany’s history and gastronomy. You’ll also have ample free time in each town for personal exploration, shopping or enjoying local cafés.

Book your Full-Day Tour of Val D’Orcia tickets now!

Visitor guidelines
  • Be punctual for departure to maximise your visit to all towns

  • Follow your guide’s instructions during tastings and free time

  • Respect local customs and rules at historic sites

  • Minimise noise in quiet town areas and wineries

FAQs

What is included in the Val d’Orcia full-day tour?

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Florence visits to Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano local wine and cheese tastings and a professional guide.

Are wine tastings suitable for all ages?

No, guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in wine tastings.

Is there free time to explore each town on my own?

Yes, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy free time in each town for photos, shopping or relaxing.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera and carry a valid ID for wine tasting participation.

Is transportation included in the price?

Yes, round-trip coach transportation from Florence is part of the package.

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID for wine tasting activities

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for cobbled streets

  • The tour operates on select weekdays starting at 8am

  • Please inform your guide of any dietary restrictions in advance

  • Not all areas are wheelchair accessible

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Take in breathtaking views from Montepulciano and Montalcino while exploring picturesque hill towns

  • Experience Renaissance architecture and sample Brunello wine with cheese in beautiful Pienza

  • Benefit from your guide’s insights and enjoy personal leisure time in each location

  • Visit filming locations, such as Montepulciano from the New Moon film

What’s Included

  • Visits to Pienza, Montepulciano and optionally Montalcino

  • Round-trip GT coach transportation from Florence

  • Expert English Spanish or Italian-speaking guide

  • Wine tastings (Brunello in Montalcino, Vino Nobile in Montepulciano)

  • Pecorino cheese tasting in Pienza

About

Why Explore Val d’Orcia

Val d’Orcia is admired for the harmonious blend of natural beauty and human creativity. Designed during the Renaissance as the ideal countryside, its iconic landscapes feature rolling hills, vineyards, cypress-lined roads and perfectly preserved towns. Everywhere you turn, there are panoramic vistas dotted with pastoral villages and Renaissance palaces revealing centuries of history and artistic heritage.

Your Journey from Florence

The adventure begins in Florence as you board a comfortable coach bound for southern Tuscany. Passing through the picturesque landscape, your guide will introduce you to the unique charm and historical significance of the region.

Discovering Montalcino

Your first stop is Montalcino, perched above the surrounding valleys and famous for producing world-renowned Brunello wine. Here you’ll visit traditional wine cellars, sample Brunello and learn about the techniques that make this area’s reds unique. Capture the stunning patchwork of vineyards and olive groves from the highest vantage point in town.

  • Stroll through atmospheric medieval streets

  • See ancient fortresses and local artisan shops

  • Enjoy your introduction to the flavours of Tuscany

Historic Pienza and Cheese Tasting

Next, journey to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage hilltop town celebrated for its perfect blend of Renaissance architecture and breathtaking views of the Orcia Valley. Wander the enchanting alleys and admire the architectural harmony established by Pope Pius II. This is also where you’ll taste the region’s famed Pecorino cheese, learning why its flavour is prized across Italy.

  • Admire Renaissance-era squares and palazzi

  • Sample Pecorino amid views of the valley

  • Savour the town’s relaxing atmosphere and scenic panoramas

Montepulciano: Wine Traditions and Famous Film Locations

The final stop is Montepulciano, noted for its ‘Vino Nobile’ wine and a lovely labyrinth of cobbled lanes. Explore the town’s noble palaces, hidden courtyards and historic squares. If you're a movie fan, you’ll recognize sites from the Twilight: New Moon film. Relax during a tasting of the prestigious Vino Nobile and soak up the town's cinematic beauty.

  • Tour cellars and taste Vino Nobile wine

  • Traverse colourful streets and local boutiques

  • Enjoy free time for photos or additional discoveries

Guided Insights and Comfortable Travel

Throughout your experience, an expert guide brings the region’s stories to life and provides fascinating background on Tuscany’s history and gastronomy. You’ll also have ample free time in each town for personal exploration, shopping or enjoying local cafés.

Book your Full-Day Tour of Val D’Orcia tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID for wine tasting activities

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for cobbled streets

  • The tour operates on select weekdays starting at 8am

  • Please inform your guide of any dietary restrictions in advance

  • Not all areas are wheelchair accessible

Visitor guidelines
  • Be punctual for departure to maximise your visit to all towns

  • Follow your guide’s instructions during tastings and free time

  • Respect local customs and rules at historic sites

  • Minimise noise in quiet town areas and wineries

FAQs

What is included in the Val d’Orcia full-day tour?

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Florence visits to Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano local wine and cheese tastings and a professional guide.

Are wine tastings suitable for all ages?

No, guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in wine tastings.

Is there free time to explore each town on my own?

Yes, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy free time in each town for photos, shopping or relaxing.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera and carry a valid ID for wine tasting participation.

Is transportation included in the price?

Yes, round-trip coach transportation from Florence is part of the package.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

Highlights and inclusions

Highlights

  • Take in breathtaking views from Montepulciano and Montalcino while exploring picturesque hill towns

  • Experience Renaissance architecture and sample Brunello wine with cheese in beautiful Pienza

  • Benefit from your guide’s insights and enjoy personal leisure time in each location

  • Visit filming locations, such as Montepulciano from the New Moon film

What’s Included

  • Visits to Pienza, Montepulciano and optionally Montalcino

  • Round-trip GT coach transportation from Florence

  • Expert English Spanish or Italian-speaking guide

  • Wine tastings (Brunello in Montalcino, Vino Nobile in Montepulciano)

  • Pecorino cheese tasting in Pienza

About

Why Explore Val d’Orcia

Val d’Orcia is admired for the harmonious blend of natural beauty and human creativity. Designed during the Renaissance as the ideal countryside, its iconic landscapes feature rolling hills, vineyards, cypress-lined roads and perfectly preserved towns. Everywhere you turn, there are panoramic vistas dotted with pastoral villages and Renaissance palaces revealing centuries of history and artistic heritage.

Your Journey from Florence

The adventure begins in Florence as you board a comfortable coach bound for southern Tuscany. Passing through the picturesque landscape, your guide will introduce you to the unique charm and historical significance of the region.

Discovering Montalcino

Your first stop is Montalcino, perched above the surrounding valleys and famous for producing world-renowned Brunello wine. Here you’ll visit traditional wine cellars, sample Brunello and learn about the techniques that make this area’s reds unique. Capture the stunning patchwork of vineyards and olive groves from the highest vantage point in town.

  • Stroll through atmospheric medieval streets

  • See ancient fortresses and local artisan shops

  • Enjoy your introduction to the flavours of Tuscany

Historic Pienza and Cheese Tasting

Next, journey to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage hilltop town celebrated for its perfect blend of Renaissance architecture and breathtaking views of the Orcia Valley. Wander the enchanting alleys and admire the architectural harmony established by Pope Pius II. This is also where you’ll taste the region’s famed Pecorino cheese, learning why its flavour is prized across Italy.

  • Admire Renaissance-era squares and palazzi

  • Sample Pecorino amid views of the valley

  • Savour the town’s relaxing atmosphere and scenic panoramas

Montepulciano: Wine Traditions and Famous Film Locations

The final stop is Montepulciano, noted for its ‘Vino Nobile’ wine and a lovely labyrinth of cobbled lanes. Explore the town’s noble palaces, hidden courtyards and historic squares. If you're a movie fan, you’ll recognize sites from the Twilight: New Moon film. Relax during a tasting of the prestigious Vino Nobile and soak up the town's cinematic beauty.

  • Tour cellars and taste Vino Nobile wine

  • Traverse colourful streets and local boutiques

  • Enjoy free time for photos or additional discoveries

Guided Insights and Comfortable Travel

Throughout your experience, an expert guide brings the region’s stories to life and provides fascinating background on Tuscany’s history and gastronomy. You’ll also have ample free time in each town for personal exploration, shopping or enjoying local cafés.

Book your Full-Day Tour of Val D’Orcia tickets now!

Know before you go
  • Bring a valid photo ID for wine tasting activities

  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for cobbled streets

  • The tour operates on select weekdays starting at 8am

  • Please inform your guide of any dietary restrictions in advance

  • Not all areas are wheelchair accessible

Visitor guidelines
  • Be punctual for departure to maximise your visit to all towns

  • Follow your guide’s instructions during tastings and free time

  • Respect local customs and rules at historic sites

  • Minimise noise in quiet town areas and wineries

FAQs

What is included in the Val d’Orcia full-day tour?

The tour includes round-trip transportation from Florence visits to Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano local wine and cheese tastings and a professional guide.

Are wine tastings suitable for all ages?

No, guests must be at least 18 years old to participate in wine tastings.

Is there free time to explore each town on my own?

Yes, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy free time in each town for photos, shopping or relaxing.

What should I wear or bring?

Wear comfortable shoes, bring a camera and carry a valid ID for wine tasting participation.

Is transportation included in the price?

Yes, round-trip coach transportation from Florence is part of the package.

Cancelation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 h

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