Tuscany Guided Day Trip from Rome with Lunch & Wine Tasting | La Vacanza Travel

Tuscany Guided Day Trip from Rome with Lunch & Wine Tasting

Duration: 12 hours
Destination: Italy, Lazio, Rome
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  • 12 hours
  • Rome
  • E-Voucher
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  • Not-Cancellable

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!

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

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

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • 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
Departure Point

Piazza del Popolo, Roma RM, Italy


Departure Time

07:30 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

12 hours


User's Reviews

James_R

26 Apr, 2024

The day trip from Rome to Montepulciano and back is an excellent opportunity to get out and see the Etruscan countryside, take in the historical architecture, and gain a better understanding of the, literally, millenia old cultural aspects of Tuscany.

Katharine_B

26 Apr, 2024

Excellent tour guide and driver. Very informative and relaxed tour. Only damper was it rained. Can’t control that.

pgtipzz77

26 Apr, 2024

Highly recommend this tour. The views of the Tuscan countryside and the lunch+wines are amazing. The local guides are very knowledgable. Claudia did an excellent job of leading us with great humour and care - she is an asset to the company!

KATHLEEN_O

26 Apr, 2024

We had a very nice guide, who was excited with the history of the Country, and shared it with us. The driver was polite but could be a bit more personal and friendly. The only negative about this tour is that the guide prepared us for an incredible lunch to be, with all things country, by the sisters who owned the farm. We all believed there would be some protein to be served with the lunch layers, such as chicken, red meat, lamb. I do not eat red meat, so the guide took our info ahead to provide to the farm hostesses, I asked for chicken, since they do not have fish there, as it is away from the ocean. So, when we got to the farm, we had an interesting tour of the basement cellar, where the sisters make their own wine, then we went upstairs for the 3-course meal, with wine fly tasting, which was amazing. The only negative is that I got my chicken, as requested (which was the best grilled chicken I have ever eaten) but no else got any protein, other than a slice of homemade salami. I felt guilty for being the only person eating meat of any kind! No one understood what happened, we were very disappointed. The sisters must change that. The guides need to be well-informed of what exactly will happen, even given a copy of the menu in advance, allowing for choices to be done while in the bus on the way there. Especially when the sisters profit from what the tourists purchase at their goods store next to the restaurant. My husband and I spend 200 euros for a bottle of wine that we liked, made by the sisters. So, they can and should spring for the meat!

Ieva_S

26 Apr, 2024

Had a great day with beautiful views of Tuscany valleys and delicious lunch. Our guide Marissa was very nice.

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