About this tour
Escape Rome's crowds on this 9–10 hour private jaunt through Umbria and Tuscany. Your driver collects you from your hotel and heads north to medieval Orvieto, leaving you roughly 2 hours to wander its hilltop streets and cathedral. Then you're driven to Montepulciano, where you'll taste wines at one of Italy's most decorated estates, paired with local charcuterie and regional antipasti. Bottled water and beverages included throughout.
Highlights
- Medieval Orvieto: independent exploration of hilltop piazza and duomo
- Award-winning winery in Montepulciano with sit-down tasting
- Local cured meats and Tuscan small plates paired with wines
- Private English-speaking driver in luxury vehicle for full day
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Rome
- Wheelchair-accessible transport and facilities available
What to expect
Your driver meets you at your accommodation in the morning and handles the 1.5–2 hour drive north. Orvieto appears suddenly on its volcanic plateau; you're free to explore the piazza, peer into the striped Duomo, and duck into side streets at your own pace. After regrouping, you'll head another hour south into Montepulciano's rolling vineyards. The winery experience is unhurried—you'll taste several reds (likely Vino Nobile di Montepulciano) alongside prosciutto, salami, cheese, and bread. Plan for around 90 minutes here. The return to Rome takes another 2+ hours; traffic varies widely depending on the time you leave.
Good to know
Lunch isn't included—eat in Orvieto or Montepulciano if you're hungry. Advise dietary restrictions at booking. Travel times shift with Rome traffic, especially late afternoon. Moderate fitness required for walking Orvieto's steep streets. Infant seats and prams welcome.
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.