The ultimate foodie tour of Val d'Orcia from Florence

Piazzale Montelungo, 50129 Florence FI, Italy, Florence, Italy
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Overview
Duration
11h 30min
Languages
English, Spanish
Voucher type
mobile
What To Expect

Escape the hustle and bustle of Florence and experience the heart of Tuscany by visiting the enchanting Val D’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the beautiful towns of Montalcino, Pienza and Montepulciano; enjoy two different wine tastings and savor the famous Pecorino cheese!The tour starts with a wine tasting in Montalcino, the land of the world-renowned Brunello wine. Here you will be enchanted by the outstanding charm of a special and definitely worth visiting wine cellar. Next you move up to the peak of the town, where a magnificent sight will take your breath away: sunny rolling hills, ancient oaks, picturesque olive groves, scenic country roads winding through perfect vineyards and isolated cypress trees atop hills.The tour continues to Pienza, which stands high upon a hill and dominates all the Orcia valley with extraordinary views. Enjoy the cheese tasting session with the famous Pecorino cheese (included in the tour!) and explore the pretty alleyways of this small town at your leisure.The last stop reaches Montepulciano, home to the famous Vino Nobile vineyards and more recently famous for the filming of the vampire movie "New Moon". Enjoy your second wine tasting session while visiting the dungeon where the wine is stored under the ancient walls of the winery before heading back to Florence.

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Important info

  • Please note that the order of the visits may change
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What's included
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Guided tour. Wine tasting. Transportation in air-conditioned coach
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Highlights

Experience the heart of Tuscany: Montalcino, Pienza and Montepulciano. Enjoy two different wine tastings: Montalcino's Brunello and Montepulciano's Noble Wine. Savor the famous Pecorino cheese of Pienza

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Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Ciao Florence Tours & Travels Srl
Meeting Point

Bus Terminal at Piazzale Montelungo, next to Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Look for the assistance staff wearing a fuchsia jacket with the logo Ciao Florence.