From Rome: Tuscany Day Trip with Lunch and Sommelier‑Led Tasting

About this experience

From Rome: Tuscany Day Trip with Lunch and Sommelier-Led Tasting This full-day guided tour takes you from Rome into the rolling hills of Tuscany, visiting two of the region's most celebrated medieval towns. Your tour leader guides you through Montepulciano's ancient cellars and cobbled streets, into the Renaissance masterpiece of St. Biagio Church, and gives you free time in Pienza, famous for its pecorino cheese and artisanal products. The centrepiece of the day is a traditional three-course Tuscan lunch served at a local farmhouse, during which your sommelier host leads a tasting of regional wines, including the celebrated Brunello di Montalcino. Your air-conditioned coach departs from Rome's Piazza del Popolo, with your tour leader sharing insights into Tuscany's history and winemaking traditions throughout the journey. What is Included Round-trip air-conditioned coach transport from Rome Expert tour leader throughout the day Guided walking tour of Montepulciano with local guide Visit to ancient cellars in Montepulciano Entry to St. Biagio Church Three-course traditional Tuscan lunch at a local farmhouse Sommelier-led tasting of regional wines, including Brunello di Montalcino, served during the farmhouse visit Free time to explore Pienza Good to Know The tour departs from the Flaminio Obelisk at Piazza del Popolo and lasts a full day. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. The tour involves walking on cobblestone streets, so comfortable shoes are essential. The experience is not wheelchair accessible or suitable for pushchairs. For church visits, shoulders and knees must be covered. Dietary requirements can be accommodated if you inform staff at the time of booking. During your free time in Pienza there is opportunity to browse and purchase local specialities such as cheese, balsamic vinegar, and regional produce from the town's shops. If you are planning more Rome experiences, consider exploring the Colosseum's underground chambers or taking a Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour to complete your Italian cultural adventure. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Treat your senses to the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Tuscany on a full-day trip by AC bus from Rome! Learn about the medieval architecture of the hilltop Montepulciano with an expert guide, and visit St
• Biagio church
• Sample some spectacular pours like Brunello and a 3-course meal at a Tuscan farmhouse before heading to Pienza, including a short demonstration on how to make fresh pasta
• This will be followed by a sommelier-guided tasting
• Get free time to explore this hilly commune, home to one of the oldest types of pecorino cheese, before boarding your bus back to Rome.

What is included

• Biagio Church

Before you go

Before embarking on your Tuscany day trip, make sure to bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen to protect yourself from the sun. Wear layers as the temperature can fluctuate throughout the day. Plan to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. The tour is wheelchair accessible, but please inform the tour leader in advance if you require any special assistance.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. Within 24 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.