From Florence: Pienza, Montalcino, Temple of Brunello Wine and Sant'Antimo Abbey with Lunch and Wine Tasting
Group 1+
What you'll do
Experience a full day journey to the stunning Val d'Orcia, the picturesque Tuscan countryside known for its golden hills and cypress-lined views. Meet our expert multilingual guide in Florence and board our comfortable, fully-equipped GT Coach. Sit back and relax as the urban scenery fades into the unspoiled beauty of the Orcia River valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004.
Highlights
- Pienza - The Renaissance "Ideal City": Stroll through Piazza Pio II, the Duomo of Santa Maria Assunta, and Palazzo Piccolomini, optional entry to Palazzo Pubblico for an inside look at the Priors' former residence, Taste local delicacies at Pienza's traditional botteghe
- Montalcino - Medieval Charm & Brunello Wine: Explore the historic borgo and the impressive fortress, recharge at Piazza del Popolo and visit the Temple of Brunello, a museum dedicated to the renowned wine, savour a Brunello wine tasting and enjoy a gourmet lunch paired with local wines in the Temple’s cloister
- Sant’Antimo Abbey - Historical Serenity: Visit this ancient Benedictine church founded by Charlemagne, surrounded by picturesque fields and olive groves, conclude the tour with a toast, celebrating the beauty and flavors of the Val d’Orcia
Itinerary
- 1Start Time: 8:15 AM
- 2End Time: 8:15 PM
- 3Tour Duration: Approximately 12 hours
- 4Meeting Point: Piazzale Montelungo bus terminal, Florence
- 58:15 AM - Departure from Florence
- 6Meet at the Piazzale Montelungo bus terminal
- 7Board the fully-fitted GT Coach and embark on your journey through the stunning Tuscan countryside
- 810:00 AM - Arrival in Pienza
- 9Discover Pienza, the first “ideal city” of the Renaissance
- 10Explore Piazza Pio II, the Duomo of Santa Maria Assunta, and Palazzo Piccolomini
- 11Optional: Entry to Palazzo Pubblico, the former residence of the Priors
- 12Visit local botteghe for a taste of Pienza's famous delicacies
- 1312:00 PM - Depart for Montalcino
- 14Travel through picturesque landscapes to reach Montalcino
- 1512:45 PM - Explore Montalcino & Brunello Wine Experience
- 16Wander the medieval streets of Montalcino, visiting the fortress and Piazza del Popolo
- 17Visit the Temple of Brunello, an immersive museum dedicated to the renowned wine
- 18Indulge in a Brunello wine tasting accompanied by a gourmet lunch paired with local wines in the Temple's cloister
- 193:30 PM - Sant’Antimo Abbey Visit
- 20Head to the peaceful surroundings of Sant’Antimo Abbey, nestled among wheat fields and olive groves
- 21Explore this ancient Benedictine church, founded by Charlemagne in the IX Century
- 225:00 PM - Return Journey to Florence
- 23Raise a glass and toast to the day’s experiences as you depart the beautiful Val d’Orcia region
- 248:15 PM - Arrival Back in Florence
- 25* Note timings are approximate
What's Included
- Roundtrip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
- Expert multilingual escort
- Free time in Pienza and Montalcino
- Entrance to the Temple of Brunello museum in Montalcino
- Gourmet lunch in Temple's cloister with wine tasting (three glass of local wine)
What's not included
- Food and drinks unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
- Meet at: Tours & news kiosk at Piazzale Montelungo bus terminal - located at 5-10 minutes walking distance from Santa Maria Novella Train Station. Piazzale Montelungo is a bus terminal. On the right side of the street, you can see the parking lot where buses will be parked; you have to go to the left side of the street, under the brick walls of the train station. Here there is an iron kiosk with a fuchsia banner and another pink kiosk. Our team will be in front of the kiosk doing the check in, wearing fuchsia t-shirts at 8:15 AM
- Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the departure time
Notes
Important Information
- The tour will be available rain or shine
- The order of the visits may change
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requiredNot suitable for pets
- English and Spanish are always guaranteed. In order to confirm the excursion in Italian a minimum of 4 pax is required
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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