Depart from Rome in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus in the early morning, enjoying scenic views of the Italian countryside.
Upon arrival in Montepulciano, take a guided tour exploring its historic center, charming streets, and beautiful piazzas, including locations featured in the "Twilight" movie saga and other cinematic works, then have free time..
Then visit a local 12th century winery for a guided wine tasting experience, sampling some of the region's finest wines and learning about the winemaking process from the experts, and enjoy a delicious Tuscan gourmet lunch paired with local wines explained by a sommelier. This is the only wine cellar with kitchen in Montepulciano.
After lunch, head to Montalcino, a perfectly preserved medieval town with a massive fortress. Start in the former convent of Sant’Agostino, which now houses the Temple of Brunello interactive museum. Travel through local culture to discover the production of the renowned Brunello di Montalcino wine.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Highest quality charcuterie and cheeses from the area, followed by a gourmet plate of Pici with ragù
✔ Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
✔ Lunch of typical local products inside the ancient refectory used by the friars
✔ Bilingual English/Spanish speaking licensed tour leader
✔ Visit to the medieval winery from the 1200s and to a 2,000 years-old Etruscan tomb
✔ Headsets
✔ Wine tasting of Nobile di Montepulciano and Rosso di Montalcino with sommelier in Montepulciano
✖ Temple of Brunello
✖ Wine tasting in Montalcino (Optional, at the discretion and expense of the customer)
Departure & Return
Departure:
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MEETING POINT: Piazza del Popolo, In front of the entrance of Leonardo da Vinci Museum, next to the church of Santa Maria del Popolo.
Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time. In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND WILL BE BOSSIBLE
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Montepulciano
Bus ride from Rome to Montepulciano
Duration: 2 hours
2
Montalcino
visit and free time in Montalcino
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
visit the medieval village with lunch and wine tasting
Duration: 1.5 hours
4
Montalcino
Bus ride
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Montalcino
Visit
Duration: 1.5 hours
6
Rome
Back to rome
Duration: 2.5 hours
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
