General Description
A full-day trip from Florence into the Val d'Orcia countryside, stopping in Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino, with lunch and a wine tasting included.
The trip departs from Florence toward Val d'Orcia, one of the best-known areas of the Tuscan countryside, traveling by air-conditioned coach with a multilingual tour leader. The first stop is Montepulciano, with free time to explore the historic centre, its streets and the viewpoints over the Tuscan landscape.
After Montepulciano, the group travels to the Val d'Orcia countryside for lunch, which includes cold cuts, cheeses and pasta with traditional Tuscan ragù, along with water and coffee. During lunch, guests taste local wines, including Rosso di Montepulciano and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
The trip continues to Pienza, with free time to walk through its streets and see the town. The last stop is Montalcino, known for its wine tradition, where a second wine tasting takes place before returning to Florence.
A good option for travelers who want to discover Tuscany's most representative towns and wines in a single day.
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Additional Information
● Arrive 20 minutes before departure
● Comfortable clothing and shoes recommended, as the tour involves moderate walking
● Not suitable for wheelchairs due to uneven terrain along the route
● The order of stops may vary depending on the day
● Wine tasting explanations are given in English, with translation support when needed
● Please note that the Italian options require a minimum of 4 participants. If the minimum is not reached, the tour is guaranteed in English. If the minimum number is not reached, the tour will be guaranteed in English
● The activity may be affected by external causes beyond the provider's control
● The provider is not responsible for any physical injury or loss or damage to personal belongings during the experience
● Please note that tour visit order can be switched due to the winery schedule, but you will always visit Pienza and Montepulciano
● The tour ends at the original meeting point
Inclusions
✔ Air-conditioned coach transport with multilingual tour leader
✔ Lunch with cold cuts, cheeses and pasta with traditional Tuscan ragù (water and coffee included)
✔ Rosso di Montepulciano and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wine tasting during lunch
✔ Second wine tasting in Montalcino
✔ Free time in Montepulciano, Pienza and Montalcino
Exclusions
✖ Hotel pickup or drop-off
✖ Transport to the meeting point
✖ Entrance fees, meals and drinks unless expressly stated in the tour inclusions
✖ Other unspecified services
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the service
Cancellations after this time limit or no show, no refund provided
Meeting Point
Florence Coach Station Villa Costanza, Florence 50018, IT