Follow a local guide in Montepulciano, then travel to the Renaissance Church of St. Biagio. Lunch is served using all locally sourced products at a vineyard producing one of the most important wines in Italy, Brunello di Montalcino. Finish the day with a leisurely visit to the town of Pienza, famous for its Pecorino cheese and spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside.
With a tour assistant throughout the day, a local guide in Montepulciano, a delicious lunch and an air-conditioned coach, this is an experience in Tuscany that will last a lifetime.
You’ll leave Rome aboard a comfortable air-conditioned coach. As you drive through the Tuscan hills, your tour leader will fill you in on the rich culture which originated in the pre-Roman Etruscan civilization. Our first stop is the hilltop town of Montepulciano, for a walking tour with a local guide. You’ll discover narrow streets, theatrical clock towers and ancient wine cellars in this car-free town.
Immerse yourself in the architecture of St. Biagio's Church, the result of an exceptional synthesis between the artistic language of the Renaissance and the beauty of the Tuscan landscape, due to its peculiar location in the midst of a breath-taking landscape overlooking the Tuscan hills. The church, an example of a Renaissance Greek cross central plan, was used for the original design by Bramante and Michelangelo for St. Peter's Basilica in Rome.
You’ll be eager to sit down with your group surrounded by vineyards to a three-course Tuscan feast and taste the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wine. The food and wine are all produced locally, so we guarantee you’ll taste nothing fresher. While all the regions in Italy compete over food, Tuscany is a byword for local produce and its wine is the best in the world.
Food and wine is not all it is known for.
Once you set foot in Pienza, you’ll be visiting one of the first towns in the world to receive a beauty makeover. Another Italian World Heritage Site, it was rebuilt by Pope Pius II in the Renaissance to showcase the idea of urban perfection. Of course, you’ll also discover food here as it is famous for its Pecorino cheese.
You have just the right amount of time to explore Pienza and shop for local food and wines, take photographs and eat gelato.
By the time you return to Rome, you’ll have experienced the sights and tastes of a unique historical region that many dream of when they first consider a visit to Italy.
Highlights
Escape to Tuscany:
Leave the bustling city behind for a day and immerse yourself in the picturesque landscapes of Tuscany, where the true beauty of the region goes beyond what postcards can capture.
Charming Towns and Renaissance Beauty:
Explore the medieval towns of Montepulciano and Pienza, witnessing the simplicity of Tuscan life. Marvel at the architectural brilliance of St. Biagio's Church, an exceptional synthesis of Renaissance art and Tuscan landscape.
Gourmet Tuscan Experience:
Enjoy a gourmet lunch at an authentic Tuscan winery, indulging in a traditional 3-course meal with locally sourced products. Delight in a wine tasting experience, featuring the renowned Brunello di Montalcino wines that characterize Tuscany's rich viticulture.
UNESCO World Heritage in Pienza:
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage village of Pienza, redesigned by Pope Pius in the 15th century. Explore the town's Renaissance-inspired layout and have the opportunity to shop for local food and wines, capturing the essence of this cultural landscape.
Important Information - There may be restrictions
While our day trips are typically of a fixed duration, external factors may occasionally extend tour times slightly.
", 'lastUpdate': '2025-06-20', 'summary': 'Escape the city for the day and visit the most picturesque region of the Italian countryside, Tuscany, where you will see that postcards still cannot show you the true beauty of the region. With the medieval towns of Montepulciano and Pienza, you get to experience the true simplicity of Tuscan life.
', 'advancedTips': [], 'countries': [{'code': 'IT', 'name': 'Italy', 'destinations': [{'code': 'ROE', 'name': 'Rome'}]}], 'highligths': ['Explore the hilltown of Montepulciano with its Duomo, famous belltower and medieval wine cellars', 'Visit to St. Biagio Church and hill town of Pienza, famous for its food products', 'Gourmet lunch and wine at an authentic Tuscan winery - indulging in a traditional 3-course meal with locally sourced products', 'Explore the medieval towns of Montepulciano and Pienza'], 'language': 'en'}, 'order': 6, 'name': 'Tuscany with 3-Course Lunch and Wine Tasting Included - Full-Day Tour', 'currency': 'AUD', 'code': 'E-E10-ROTUSCANY', 'type': 'TICKET'}