About this tour
A 12-hour private tour through Val d'Orcia, the UNESCO-listed Tuscan valley that doubled as a film set for Hollywood productions. You'll navigate the medieval lanes of Montepulciano and Pienza, taste wines at two family estates with a sommelier guide, and lunch on farm-to-table fare—raw-milk cheeses, housemade bread and estate olive oil—sourced within kilometres of where you eat.
Highlights
- Medieval towns Montepulciano and Pienza on foot
- Two independent winery visits with sommelier guidance
- Brunello di Montalcino and Sangiovese tastings
- Multi-course lunch at organic farmhouse restaurant
- Farm cheeses, bread, and cold-pressed olive oil
- Private car and driver from your accommodation
- Unrushed exploration time in each village
What to expect
You'll be collected from your hotel and driven through rolling countryside to Val d'Orcia's hilltop towns. Expect steep, cobbled streets in both Montepulciano and Pienza—wear sturdy shoes. The winery visits are intimate; your sommelier will walk you through production methods and regional varietals, not just pour. Lunch happens mid-afternoon at a working farmhouse where produce hasn't travelled; the meal is substantial and paired with house wine. You'll have pockets of free time to wander, photograph, and browse local shops. The whole day moves at a leisurely pace.
Good to know
Minimum legal drinking age is 18. Infants must sit on an adult's lap in the vehicle. Inform the operator of dietary needs ahead of time. Comfortable walking shoes essential—villages are steep and uneven. The tour suits all fitness levels but involves moderate hill walking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.