Tuscany Guided Day Trip from Rome with Lunch & Wine Tasting
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Experience the beauty of Tuscany on a guided day trip from Rome. Explore charming medieval towns, taste exquisite wines, and indulge in local delicacies.
Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Val d’Orcia - Embark on a journey from Rome to the enchanting Val d’Orcia region, close to Siena, as part of a Tuscan excursion. Set off in a deluxe motorcoach, departing from Rome to the picturesque, undulating landscapes of Tuscany.
  • Montepulciano - The first destination is Montepulciano, a municipality celebrated for its exquisite wine and vistas. This Renaissance-era hilltop town is famed for crafting Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a robust red wine. Gain insights on a guided stroll and uncover its treasures, including the clock tower reminiscent of Florence, the incomplete cathedral front, ancient wine cellars, and the historic town fortifications.
  • Tempio di San Biagio - Delve into the splendor of the Church of St. Biagio. This sanctuary represents a remarkable fusion of Renaissance artistic expression and the Tuscan countryside’s allure, situated amidst a stunning panorama of Tuscan hills. The church showcases a Greek cross central plan typical of the Renaissance and influenced the initial designs of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome by Bramante and Michelangelo.

After stimulating your senses, enjoy a group luncheon amid the vineyards. Experience the reasons behind Tuscany’s fame as Italy’s premier wine-producing area with a classic three-course meal complemented by a selection of local wines, including the internationally acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino.

  • Historic Centre of the City of Pienza - Proceed from the farmstead to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site within the region. Here, you’ll have up to 45 minutes of leisure to wander. The town’s design was the brainchild of Pope Pius II, who aspired to transform his hometown’s appearance. Marvel at the historic core that reflects the pope’s original plan and the abundance of splendid architecture. For those with a penchant for gastronomy, peruse the shops for Pienza’s celebrated pecorino cheese.
  • Pienza - Take time to meander through Pienza, indulge in local food and wine shopping, capture memories with your camera, and savor gelato.

Finally, journey back to Rome in a climate-controlled vehicle, feeling content, at ease, and prepared for the upcoming day.

What's Included
  • Guided visit of Montepulciano
  • Return transportation from Rome in an air conditioned coach
  • Dedicated audio headsets for a complete experience
  • Explore the charming hill town of Pienza
  • Professional English-speaking guide throughout
  • Indulge in a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a traditional farm and winery
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Experience the finest of Tuscany in a day-long tour departing from Rome! Your journey takes you to the magnificent Val d’Orcia region, situated south of Siena, where the charm of medieval settlements perched on sunny slopes and picturesque farmhouses dotting the rural landscape never fails to inspire. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, delve into Montelpulciano, Montalcino and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Pienza, savoring exquisite wines and local specialties on your way!

  • 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
Location
Piazza del Popolo
Meet at the center of Piazza del Popolo, by the large fountain with the lions and the obelisk. The nearest metro stop is Flaminio (Line A).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Anna_b
Jun 16, 2024
Claudia is the best! - Claudia is the best tour guide I’ve ever had. Such a fun day spent in a beautiful part of the country.
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Grace_p
Jun 11, 2024
Highly recommend and must do while in Roma. - Andrea was so much fun, informative and made the whole experience a 10 out of 10. Thank you so much for the incredible time.
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Hilary_d
Jun 7, 2024
Great value, magnificent sights - My 20-something sons were traveling with me while my husband was on business. This trip was so much fun for us. We all enjoyed the bus in our own way (they rested while I enjoyed the views), and the tours and lunch were really great. We all enjoyed getting out of the city to see the magnificent and peaceful countryside. This trip is a tremendous value for the cost—a great way to see a region of Italy without renting a car.
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Gabriela_g
Jun 6, 2024
A perfect day trip - An amazing experience! Our guide was very professional and knowledgeable in all things Italian. Beautiful sights and we had enough time to look around. Lunch was also amazing 😍
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Kimberly_m
Jun 3, 2024
Breathtaking experience - The whole experience was well planned and our guide, Barbara, was absolutely amazing! Well worth it…I would do this trip again in a heartbeat!
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Jan_r
Jun 2, 2024
Amazing trip - This was a wonderful trip. We has Natasha as our tour guide and Johnny as the driver. I can say they both were very professional and informative. I can day that even though it rained half the day we still enjoy the experience. My suggestion to other is to be prepared to walk a lot so wear comfy shoes. Also check the weather before going on the trip as I was happy I wore pants and had a jacket. I was only missing an umbrella because it was raining. Once the sun finally came out it made the tour even better.
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Imelda_l
May 31, 2024
Great Tuscany Tour and Guide - More bang for your money! The tour schedule itself was great, but the tour guide Laura was even greater, not only with her knowledge but with the concern and kindness she showed especially for the elderlies. She talked one on one with all of us before the tour ended. She's one for the books! One of the best tours we have had so far.
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Jrcox0605
May 25, 2024
Great day in Tuscany - We traveled with Cladia as our tour guide. The tour was the right pace and she was knowledgeable and entertaining, and we enjoyed the experience.
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Cynthia_b
May 20, 2024
Best day in Tuscany - Claudia was amazing!! She kept the trip lively, entertaining and fun. She managed our time and kept everyone organized. She shared so many helpful facts and made the day so enjoyable. She even controlled the rain, lol.
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Stevenkeith_l
Jun 7, 2024
Nice option for a day tour - Nice way to get a small taste fiction scant if you are logistically limited to Rome and its excursions. Our guide was ok.
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