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Val d'Orcia Wine Country Day Trip from Florence

Florence, Italy9 hoursGuided in English

Travel into the rolling hills of southern Tuscany for winery visits and tastings of some of Italy's most respected reds. The landscape alone makes the trip worthwhile.

9 hoursExplore at your own pace
Small group, typically up to 16 travellersKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • UNESCO-listed Val d'Orcia landscapes
  • Wine tastings in the Montalcino and Montepulciano area
  • Scenic viewpoints and cypress avenues
  • Time in a hilltop village
  • Transport from Florence included

Full description

The Val d’Orcia is the Tuscany of postcards: soft green and gold hills, lines of cypress trees and small stone chapels. It is also home to famous wine areas such as Montalcino and Montepulciano, where Brunello and Vino Nobile are made.

On this day trip from Florence you travel through the valley with stops at photogenic viewpoints and at wineries for guided tastings. You also have time to walk around a hilltop village before returning to the city in the early evening.

Itinerary

  1. Depart Florence

    Head south through Chianti towards the Val d'Orcia.

  2. First winery

    Tour the cellars and taste a selection of local wines.

  3. Hilltop village

    Free time to walk the lanes and enjoy the valley views.

  4. Scenic drive and second tasting

    Stop at viewpoints before a second tasting and the return to Florence.

Included

  • Round-trip transport from Florence
  • Winery visits with tastings
  • Local snacks served with tastings
  • Driver-guide or tour leader

Not included

  • Full lunch, unless specified
  • Wine or food purchases
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

A central departure point in Florence; the exact location is included in your confirmation.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • Participants must be 18 or older to taste wine.
  • The specific wineries visited may vary by day and season.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for village streets and cellars.
  • Let us know about dietary needs when you enquire.

Frequently asked questions

Can I ship wine home?

Many wineries offer shipping for purchases. Ask at the estate on the day.

Is this suitable for non-drinkers?

The trip focuses on wine, but the scenery and village stops make it enjoyable for companions who don't drink.

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