My Tours Italy - Val d'Orcia Original wine tour

Tuscany Wine & Hills Tour from Florence

Florence, Italy

Activity Code- 1112

Overview

Val d’Orcia is home to mesmerizing landscapes and holds the status of a World Heritage Site from UNESCO. Along with scenic beauty Val d’ Orcia is known for locally produced items and it is a big hit when it comes to food. Spend a full day uncovering the culture, delicious food, and wine. Taste the best and most popular red wine near Montalcino and enjoy a guided tour of Montepulciano and Pienza. This is an unforgettable experience in the most alluring places in Tuscany.

Highlights

An unforgatteble experience to visit a cellar in Val d'Orcia.
Know the real beauty to Turcany by visiting Pienza and Montipulziano
Witness the breathtaking landscapes of Val d'Orcia.
Smartphone Voucher Accepted (No need to take the printed tickets)

Itinerary

Spend an entire day witnessing culture, tasting wine, and relishing delicious food. Val d’ Orcia is a UNESCO-listed world heritage site. You can taste the popular and best red wine nearby Montalcino. Enjoy a guided tour in Montepulciano and Pienza. This unforgettable experience in the most mesmerizing place in Tuscany makes you awe-struck.

Visit Pienza and see the beautiful route with breathtaking views of fields, hills, farmhouses, and chapels that are commonly seen in movies. You can take pictures and feel a natural beauty everywhere. Waving green grains and sunflowers attracts everybody. The magnificent Val d’Orcia bursts its beauty and mystique.

Pienza, the picturesque village of the countryside calls you to explore this perfect Italian town. The harmony and beauty are inspiring and built during the Renaissance as visualized by Pope Pius II. The cobbled streets of Pienza with balconies, windows, and flowers are treats for the eyes.

Near Montalcino, there is a cellar where you will taste wines along with snacks made from local products. In the afternoon, expert tour leaders will showcase you all around Montalcino and you will explore the fortress and village. Now visit the two gems of Tuscan, the Pienza and the Montepulciano showcasing the beauty of Val d’ Orcia. When it comes to harmony and beauty, Pienza is an exemplary combination. There are several lanes with an impressive landscape of Val d’ Orcia. Moreover, flavors smell and tastes hold up this artistic and natural heritage.

The tour concludes with a visit to Montepulciano where you can witness the mesmerizing Renaissance buildings and the beauty of all the churches coiled with an ancient tradition of wine. Enjoy the memorable wine experience that you cannot get elsewhere across the globe. Exploring the Tuscany villages means physical exertion as lots of walking is involved. This tour is not recommended for those who do not have mobility issues and can climb up easily.

At the end of the day, you can relax on the comfortable drive back to Florence. So, book your tour and enjoy the unforgettable Val d’Orcia wine tour.

Schedule

Start Time: 08:30am (please reach 15minutes prior to the start time)
Duration: Approx. 11 Hours
Meeting point: Florence Coach Station, Villa Costanza (Tram T1)
(Please check calendar to know the availabilty)

Includes

Travel by Coach or Minivan
Expert multilingual tour leader available in Italian, English, Spanish
Chianti and Nobile di Montepulciano Wine Tasting with Snack
Self-Guided visit of Monteriggioni, Montepulciano and Pienza

Redemption Info

Show your Mobile or printed voucher at Florence Coach Station, Villa Costanza (Tram T1).
In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund.
Ticket/ Voucher is valid to the travel date you choose.
Directions to the meeting point in Florence: Meet the staff at Villa Costanza, Florence bus stop, you will recognize them by the green t-shirt. By taking Tram T1 (Tramvia Leonardo), you can safely reach the meeting point. Take Tram T1 towards Villa Costanza and get off at the terminus). It will take about 20 minutes from the main station in Florence but you will avoid all the traffic.

Know Before You Go

Voucher Information : Mobile and Paper Voucher are accepted !

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
Customers must be able to climb and descend stairs. Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved and this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Please note that the Chinese and Portuguese options require a minimum of 4 participants. In case the minimum is not reached, the tour is guaranteed to be conducted in English.

Disclaimer: Due to traffic issues, public holidays, weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances, there might be sudden changes in the route or in the schedule. Traffic congestion and road closures - may cause delays and changes to the route. We’ll do all we can to provide a smooth and frequent service! No refund will be offered for any changes or cancelations due to any unforeseen circumstances

Cancellation Policy

You must cancel your booking at least 48 hours before the start time of the activity/experience to get a complete refund.
If you cancel your booking less than 48 hours before the start time of the activity/experience, you will not be reimbursed.
Any modifications made less than 48 hours before the start time of the activity/experience will not be allowed.
The cut-off times are determined by the activity/experience's local start time.
This activity/experience is weather dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.