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From Rome: Tuscany Hills, Wine Tasting & Montepulciano Lunch

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Depart from Rome in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus in the early morning, enjoying scenic views of the Italian countryside.

Upon arrival in Montepulciano, take a guided tour exploring its historic center, charming streets, and beautiful piazzas, including locations featured in the "Twilight" movie saga and other cinematic works, then have free time..

Then visit a local 12th century winery for a guided wine tasting experience, sampling some of the region's finest wines and learning about the winemaking process from the experts, and enjoy a delicious Tuscan gourmet lunch paired with local wines explained by a sommelier. This is the only wine cellar with kitchen in Montepulciano.

After lunch, head to Montalcino, a perfectly preserved medieval town with a massive fortress. Start in the former convent of Sant’Agostino, which now houses the Temple of Brunello interactive museum. Travel through local culture to discover the production of the renowned Brunello di Montalcino wine.

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From Rome: Tuscany Hills, Wine Tasting & Montepulciano Lunch

From$112.07Per Person

What's included in From Rome: Tuscany Hills, Wine Tasting & Montepulciano Lunch

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Itinerary

Montepulciano

Bus ride from Rome to Montepulciano

Montalcino

visit and free time in Montalcino

visit the medieval village with lunch and wine tasting

Inclusions

  • Highest quality charcuterie and cheeses from the area, followed by a gourmet plate of Pici with ragù
  • Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
  • Lunch of typical local products inside the ancient refectory used by the friars
  • Bilingual English/Spanish speaking licensed tour leader
  • Visit to the medieval winery from the 1200s and to a 2,000 years-old Etruscan tomb
  • Headsets
  • Wine tasting of Nobile di Montepulciano and Rosso di Montalcino with sommelier in Montepulciano
  • Wine tasting in Montalcino (Optional, at the discretion and expense of the customer)
  • Temple of Brunello
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Pickup and Dropoff

You will make your own way to the meeting points

Meeting / End Points

  • In front of the Basilica entrance. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the starting time. In case of late arrival at the meeting point and missed tour departure, NO REFUND WILL BE BOSSIBLE

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Veditalia