Tuscany Guided Day Trip from Rome with Lunch & Wine Tasting
Overview
See the very best of Tuscany on a full-day trip from Rome! Traveling to the stunning Val d'Orcia region, south of Siena, you'll be introduced to a beautiful landscape where medieval towns cling to sunny hills and rustic farms adorn the countryside. With an expert guide, you'll visit Montelpulciano, Montalcino and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pienza, sampling fine wines and local delicacies as you go!
Inclusions
- Lunch and wine tasting at an authentic Tuscan farm and winery
- Professional English speaking guide
- Dedicated audio headsets so you don't miss a thing
- Visit to the hill town of Pienza
- Guided visit of Montepulciano
- Return transportation from Rome in an air conditioned coach
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Val d'Orcia, Italy
Take a Tuscany tour from Rome and see the best of the captivating Val d’Orcia region, near Siena. Board your luxury coach, and travel from Rome to Tuscany with its scenic, rolling hills.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Tuscany
Your first stop is Montepulciano, a town renowned for its fine wine and views. The Renaissance hilltown is best-known for its production of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a full-bodied red wine. Learn about it on a walking tour and discover highlights such as the Florence-style clock tower, the cathedral with its yet-to-be-finished façade, medieval wine cellars and the old town walls.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Tempio di San Biagio, Via di San Biagio, 53045, Montepulciano Italy
Immerse yourself in the architecture of St. Biagio's Church. This temple is the result of an exceptional synthesis between the artistic language of the Renaissance and the beauty of the Tuscan landscape, due to its peculiar location in the midst of a breath-taking landscape overlooking the Tuscan hills. The church, an example of a Renaissance Greek cross central plan, was used for the original design by Bramante and Michelangelo for St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Having worked up an appetite, you'll have lunch with your group surrounded by vineyards. You’ll discover why Tuscany is Italy’s most renowned wine region as you enjoy a traditional 3-course lunch, with a local wine pairing including the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wines.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Historic Centre of the City of Pienza, near Montepulciano, 53026, Pienza Italy
From the farm, travel on to Pienza, one of the region’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here, enjoy up to 45 minutes of free time to explore. The layout of the town was created by Pope Pius II, who wanted to change the look of his birth town. Admire the historic center, which stays true to the pope’s vision, and gaze at the fine architecture that abounds. If you are a fan of food, check the shops for pecorino cheese, arguably Pienza’s most prized product.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pienza, Pienza, Tuscany
Explore Pienza and shop for local food and wines, take photographs and eat gelato.
Next, return to Rome in air-conditioned comfort — fulfilled, relaxed, and ready for the next day.
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Val d'Orcia, Italy
Take a Tuscany tour from Rome and see the best of the captivating Val d’Orcia region, near Siena. Board your luxury coach, and travel from Rome to Tuscany with its scenic, rolling hills.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Tuscany
Your first stop is Montepulciano, a town renowned for its fine wine and views. The Renaissance hilltown is best-known for its production of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a full-bodied red wine. Learn about it on a walking tour and discover highlights such as the Florence-style clock tower, the cathedral with its yet-to-be-finished façade, medieval wine cellars and the old town walls.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Tempio di San Biagio, Via di San Biagio, 53045, Montepulciano Italy
Immerse yourself in the architecture of St. Biagio's Church. This temple is the result of an exceptional synthesis between the artistic language of the Renaissance and the beauty of the Tuscan landscape, due to its peculiar location in the midst of a breath-taking landscape overlooking the Tuscan hills. The church, an example of a Renaissance Greek cross central plan, was used for the original design by Bramante and Michelangelo for St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
Having worked up an appetite, you'll have lunch with your group surrounded by vineyards. You’ll discover why Tuscany is Italy’s most renowned wine region as you enjoy a traditional 3-course lunch, with a local wine pairing including the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wines.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Historic Centre of the City of Pienza, near Montepulciano, 53026, Pienza Italy
From the farm, travel on to Pienza, one of the region’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Here, enjoy up to 45 minutes of free time to explore. The layout of the town was created by Pope Pius II, who wanted to change the look of his birth town. Admire the historic center, which stays true to the pope’s vision, and gaze at the fine architecture that abounds. If you are a fan of food, check the shops for pecorino cheese, arguably Pienza’s most prized product.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Pienza, Pienza, Tuscany
Explore Pienza and shop for local food and wines, take photographs and eat gelato.
Next, return to Rome in air-conditioned comfort — fulfilled, relaxed, and ready for the next day.
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Customers who have not reached Italy's legal drinking age of 18 will not be served alcohol
- Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. Knees, shoulders and backs must be covered
- Please be advised that in the case of events beyond our control, we may need to adjust our itinerary to ensure the safety, quality, and satisfaction of your travel experience.
- A fair amount of walking is involved and some of the cities are steep.
- While our day trips are typically of a fixed duration, external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly. We appreciate your understanding and planning as we strive to provide you with the best possible experience.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Bill_W
May 2022
For good guide. Excellent towns visited. And a great lunch. A very good day and introduction to Tuscany.
For good guide. Excellent towns visited. And a great lunch. A very good day and introduction to Tuscany.NewbornTourist
May 2022
Great day tour from Rome to Toscana. Our guide was Enrica and our driver was Antonio. Enrica was extremely knowledgeable and gave us this knowledge in a very enjoyable way. Despite a major traffic accident and over 1 hour in a traffic jam Antonio and Enrica came up with a plan B and managed to ke...
Great day tour from Rome to Toscana. Our guide was Enrica and our driver was Antonio. Enrica was extremely knowledgeable and gave us this knowledge in a very enjoyable way. Despite a major traffic accident and over 1 hour in a traffic jam Antonio and Enrica came up with a plan B and managed to keep to the schedule.Volha_D
May 2022
The tour was really great! Amazing house Anna really made this tour even better, she told us a lot of very interesting information, gave her recommendations on food and places to visit in Italy 🙂 The wine tasting and a lunch was good too
The tour was really great! Amazing house Anna really made this tour even better, she told us a lot of very interesting information, gave her recommendations on food and places to visit in Italy 🙂 The wine tasting and a lunch was good tooLourdes_C
May 2022
Chiara our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable! Places we visited were beautiful and very fascinating. The wine tasting was beyond my expectations!
Chiara our tour guide was great and very knowledgeable! Places we visited were beautiful and very fascinating. The wine tasting was beyond my expectations!Safari21051376072
May 2022
Great day out! Our guide Chiara was knowledgeable, patient, and most importantly very friendly and humorous! She kept our energy high throughout the day and we learnt a lot. Nothing was too much trouble for her! Despite it not being stated on the itinerary, you will get a chance to buy some brea...
Great day out! Our guide Chiara was knowledgeable, patient, and most importantly very friendly and humorous! She kept our energy high throughout the day and we learnt a lot. Nothing was too much trouble for her! Despite it not being stated on the itinerary, you will get a chance to buy some breakfast on the way to Tuscany (coffee & pastries etc.) so don’t worry about eating before you leave. Remember to check the weather in the destination towns (Pienza etc.) before the day as it can be very different from Rome.Eda_U
May 2022
Great 1-day-trip to Tuscany! The guide was super nice and overall it was a nice experience. We visited many beautiful places and had a great meal at a beautiful vineyard. Don’t have anything bad to say really. It was a nice experience!
Great 1-day-trip to Tuscany! The guide was super nice and overall it was a nice experience. We visited many beautiful places and had a great meal at a beautiful vineyard. Don’t have anything bad to say really. It was a nice experience!