Rome: Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with Lunch & Wine Tasting

Overview

Available languages

English

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‘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

Pick-up & drop-off within Rome [if Private Option selected ONLY]

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]

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.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

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.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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.

Private Tour Upgrade

Upgrade to a private tour for a personalised experience & enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with fine wine and olive oil tastings

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!

Reviews

4.65

5,158 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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239

A must do tour
victormJ1216MM,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a wonderful trip. Plenty of opportunities to purchase wine, cheese, and gifts. Anna is an excellent guide with a desktop of knowledge. The bus was very comfortable and Tuscany, well, it looks better than the pictures.
Tuscany trip
Wendy R,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
Barbara was a fantastic leader. We were a little confused however, when we stopped for a restroom break. The stop was about an hour into the drive at a large store containing various Italian products. There were samples everywhere but it was just supposed to be a quick stop we thought. We didn’t think this was actually where we would want to make our purchases for the day. We thought we would be tasting wine as a group in montepulciano but there was no time to really taste anything. We were a little disappointed. There were plenty of places to taste wine but we were unsure if we should go in as we thought we would be tasting as a group. The guide in montepulciano, Sarah, was outstanding. Her knowledge and enthusiasm made the tour so interesting! We then went to the farm for lunch as planned but we only got to taste four wines and the samples were truly like American wineries not like other tastings we have had in Italy. We then stopped at a church which was beautiful and then on to Pienza which is a beautiful little town. But again there was no wine tasting although we did find a little place to enjoy a glass of wine. The title of the trip was Rome:Tuscany & Montepulciano Day Trip with lunch and wine tasting. It was literally a trip to the region of Tuscany, with a stop in Montepulciano and the lunch in a different location(which was gorgeous) and food was ok, but we were expecting a lot more than four samples in one location since we were in Tuscany. We then stopped at store on the way back and it seemed a strange place to stop as it was the second time in one day.
Tour leader and sightseeing spots were amazing
L3234CQsamuell,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour leader was very professional and shared many insights about Italian culture, food, and daily life. I learned a lot from her! She was kind, caring, and brave in taking care of the tourists. The food was just average and not quite what I expected, but the sightseeing spots were amazing!
Great tour and tour guide, but, a bit too long
Jeanne Y,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Eduardo was a fantastic guide with a sense of humor. He was VERY knowledgeable. We highly recommend him. We loved Montepulciano, however the trip was very long. We could have skipped Pienza and ended 2 hours sooner.
Do not miss while in Rome
David A,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Montepulciano is a must visit, the wine tasting takes place as a local farm run by sisters. Francesca’s tour of the city was amazing as she has lived there all her life.
Great tour to Tuscany
christal707,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Everything went well and tour was amazing. Suitable time in every place and day was planned well. Guides were great. *****
Great trip. Scenic historic, lots of walking and hills. Sneakers best. Wine awesome .
L1099EWkevind,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Title MD PhD Awesome trip would take again, wonderful food and wine. The gelato was superb. Historic buildings , cobblestone walking paths.
Excellent Trip
A5134BYhannahr,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Sonia was an amazing tour guide and Titziano was a great driver. The coach was very comfortable and easy to rest between spots. The towns were beautiful and the food and wine were to die for.
A memorable day in Tuscany with Claudio!
WVdiner,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome day in Tuscany! Claudio, our private guide and former F2 driver, handled the trip with skill and professionalism. A perfect way to see Tuscany without the tour-bus crowds. The wine tasting and lunch were authentic and memorable, and the Montepulciano walk was perfectly planned—all downhill! A relaxing, well-organized, and unforgettable experience. Agency was responsive, exceeded expectations in all regards
A Day in Tuscany.
Theresa A,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Good itinerary throughout the day, lunch could be even better if adding salad 🥗 and some more meat. Driver Sanjay is professional and great, Tour guide Heather is cheerful and responsible, but too bad she avoids dealing with passenger issues direct which is part of frontline job.