Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting
Overview
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12 hours
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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!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.
If you select the private tour option, please ensure to add the pickup location in the "Special Requirements" field on the check-out page
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Val D'Orcia
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.
Montepulciano
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. 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. *If GROUP OPTION is selected: the lunch experience also includes a brief fresh pasta‑making demonstration with small tastings, followed by a Sommelier‑guided wine pairing, including Brunello di Montalcino
What‘s Included
Audio headsets to always hear your guide
Round-trip transport from Rome in an air-conditioned coach with unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi on board
Guided visit of Montepulciano
Fresh pasta making demonstration and tastings [If Group option is selected]
Pick-up & drop-off within Rome [if Private Option selected ONLY]
Sommelier‑guided wine pairing, including Brunello di Montalcino [if Group is selected]
Extra Wine & Olive Oil Tasting, including Brunello di Montalcino[if Small Group or Private selected]
Visit to the hill town of Pienza
Visit Castle in Montalcino [if Small Group or Private upgrade selected]
3 Course Lunch and wine tasting at an authentic Tuscan farm and winery
Professional English speaking guide for the whole day
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off [unless Private Option selected]
Options
Tuscany Day Trip from Rome including 3-Course Lunch and Wine Tasting
Group Tour: Visit Montepulciano, Pienza, and a Renowned Vineyard for a 3-Course Lunch & Wine Tasting.
Small Group Upgrade
Small Group Tour Upgrade: Upgrade to a comfy minivan tour, limited to just 8 guest & enjoy an exclusive extra tasting of fine local wine and olive oil!
Private Tour Upgrade
Upgrade to a private tour for a personalised experience & enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with fine wine and olive oil tastings
Reviews
5,279 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Our Tuscany and...
Carol F,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Tuscany and Montepulciano day trip from Rome could not have been better. It is a lovely drive to and through Tuscany. Anna, our tour guide, did a great job giving us information as we traveled along. The scenery is beautiful and the towns are quaint and picturesque. We thoroughly enjoyed our visits to Montepulciano and Pienza. Lunch at a Tuscan farm complete with wine tastings was delicious and relaxing. Thanks to our tour guide Anna and our driver Paolo it was a memorable experience.
Our whole family loved...
Daniela S,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our whole family loved this adventure. We went to several places in Tuscany. They were all so gorgeous! The views were spectacular! The food was delicious and the tour guides were so wonderful! Super informative and fun!
Thank you again city wonders! Until next time!
X3966AHdaisyr,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00They made it a wonderful experience for my friend, who had a birthday. Everyone was so kind and informative.
beautiful scenery
rosemarie d,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00our guide was wonderful and thorough. “the countryside was beautiful and she highlighted interesting facts. the winery part was very commercialized, too many people, not enough wine, just sips. starter was hard bread with unknown toppings. no olive oil and vinegar on the table. meats and cheese sparse. pasta mediocre. i’ve been to many vineyards and wine tastings with food. this would go on the bottom of the list. in fact we went to o one the day before they was wonderful. sitting in long cafeteria tables doesn’t do it for me.
A lovely day in Tuscany
beckyhS4033YL,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The countrysides beautiful! Our guide, Ana, provided historical context and personal insights. Our driver, Paulo, was the best. It was a nice mix of a walking tour and time to explore on our own. The lunch and wine tasting was also very good.
Loved this tour!
Deb S,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful way to see more than just Rome. It’s a beautiful trip and a great experience. Our guide Anna was exceptional and shared so much knowledge and information about the areas we ventured to. Montepulciano is beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed the day!
A wonderful day, I highly recommend it!
isauren2021,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was really interesting! I especially enjoyed the wine tasting, and our accompanist for the day(Lavinia) was very knowledgeable and full of humor. I had a great time!
Misleading
Manuel A,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Tourist Trap and waste of a day. Tour guides were nice and knowledgeable, but the advertisement was misleading, it should be renamed: Bus Tour with short stops in Tuscany. You spend almost 7 hours in the bus stopping at these ‘rest stops’ to and from that are filled with local vendors and it seems like this is some kind of ploy to get you to spend money as you spend as much time In these rest stops than at the towns you took the trip to see. Also, the wine tasting was barely a tasting at all. You get about a spoon full of 4 wines and that is it. Not to mention it was packed full with almost no room to eat/drink. The ad says the maximum number of people in the group is 25 but this wasn’t the case as there were twice as many on the trip. The only redeeming qualities really were the views and the towns, they were beautiful. Just wished we got more liberty in exploring them and time to really enjoy them. Would not recommend to any one expecting an authentic wine tasting experience.
Family Review
Stephanie B,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Wonderful guide - Chiara. Really near perfect experience to see Tuscany if you only have one day. The directions for meeting point were clear, guides were easy to follow, logistics were cared for so we could enjoy. The lunch at the winery was spectacular! The family who own the winery, together, served lunch. The pasta will leave you wanting more - my son had 3 servings! Really great opportunity for bigger groups - I went with my parents, my husband, and 2 kids (ages 12 and 9). Everyone really enjoyed the tour, change of pace from city, and the food!
Beautiful Countryside
Amanda T,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really beautiful countryside to see! The bus ride is long in comparison to the ground time but the stops are well thought out and picturesque!
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