Tuscany Full-Day Tour: Montepulciano & Pienza from Florence with Tastings

Overview

Highlights

• Wine Tasting in Montepulciano
• Cheese Tasting in Pienza
• Scenic Tuscany Exploration

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Montepulciano

   1h

   Free time for shopping and self-guided visit in the Medieval scented village! Montepulciano is a medieval and Renaissance hill town in Southern Tuscany. It is a major producer of food and drink. Renowned for its pork, cheese, "pici" pasta, lentils, and honey, it is known world-wide for its wine. Connoisseurs consider its Vino Nobile, which should not be confused with varietal wine merely made from the Montepulciano grape, among Italy's best.

2. 2

   Montepulciano

   1h

   Winery visit, Wine Tasting guided tour in the countryside.

3. 3

   Historic Centre of the City of Pienza

   1h

   Pienza is a small town that was rebuilt in the 15th century as a Renaissance town. Self-guided walking through the streets, several important sites can be spotted, and each of them carries a portion of the town’s history. It is also for the wine production, food, and culture. In particular, Pienza is famous for its pecorino cheese, that is matured in several different ways in order to enhance its flavor.

4. 4

Before you go

Location

Italy