Private Montepulciano & Pienza Day Trip from Florence

5.0 (12 reviews) Florence, Italy
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Experience Tuscany on a private full-day Montepulciano and Pienza tour from Florence, traveling in comfort with an English-speaking chauffeur in a luxury Mercedes-Benz vehicle.

This itinerary combines medieval towns, world-class wine, and iconic Tuscan food traditions. Explore the elegant streets of Montepulciano, enjoy a winery visit featuring the renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and continue through the Val d’Orcia for a cheese tasting centered around Pecorino di Pienza.

Unlike group tours, this experience is fully private and customizable, offering door-to-door service, relaxed pace, and the flexibility to adapt the day to your interests. While visits are unguided, your chauffeur will share local knowledge, history, and cultural insights throughout the journey.

Operated by Best Rome Driver, a trusted Italian company with nearly 20 years of experience, this tour guarantees reliability, professionalism, and a high standard of service throughout your day in Tuscany.

What's included

  • Private English-speaking chauffeur
  • Fully customizable private itinerary
  • Luxury Mercedes-Benz sedan or van
  • Winery and cheese tasting reservations
  • Pickup and drop-off from any Florence location
  • Private Licensed Tour Guides
  • Wine tasting fees
  • Cheese tasting and lunch
  • Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

  1. Florence
    Pass by
    Pickup directly from your accommodation or preferred location in Florence.

    Meet your English-speaking chauffeur, who will be at your disposal for the full day in a luxury Mercedes-Benz sedan or van. During the drive, your chauffeur will share historical context, local traditions, and insights into the Tuscan countryside you’ll be crossing.
  2. Montepulciano
    1h
    Arrive in Montepulciano, a stunning hilltop town known for its Renaissance palaces, stone streets, and sweeping views over the Val d’Orcia.

    You’ll have time to stroll through the historic center, explore small shops, and enjoy the atmosphere of one of Tuscany’s most elegant wine towns.

    Highlights you may see include : Piazza Grande, Historic palazzos and noble residences, Panoramic viewpoints over the countryside
  3. Montepulciano
    1h
    After the town visit, meet your driver and continue to a local winery just outside Montepulciano. Here you’ll enjoy a tasting of the area’s most famous wines, including Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, produced from Prugnolo Gentile grapes and known for its structure, elegance, and aging potential.

    The tasting is typically accompanied by local products such as olive oil or light Tuscan appetizers.

    Note : Wine tasting is not included and is paid directly at the winery. We reserve the visit in advance.
  4. Pienza
    2h
    Continue through the rolling hills of the Val d’Orcia to the Pienza countryside, where you’ll stop at a traditional local cheese factory.

    Here you can enjoy a tasting and lunch centered around Pecorino di Pienza, one of Tuscany’s most celebrated sheep’s-milk cheeses, often paired with honey, jams, cured meats, and local wine.

    Pienza is known all over the world for its production of 'pecorino cheese' and for its traditional Tuscan cuisine.

    Note : Tasting and lunch are not included and are paid directly on site. Reservations are arranged in advance.
  5. Pienza
    1h
    In the afternoon, your chauffeur will take you into Pienza itself, a UNESCO World Heritage town designed during the Renaissance as an “ideal city.” Enjoy free time to stroll through its elegant streets, artisan shops, and scenic terraces overlooking the Val d’Orcia.

    Highlights you may see include : Piazza Pio II, Pienza Cathedral, Panoramic viewpoints over the Val d’Orcia
  6. Florence
    Pass by
    Relax during the scenic drive back to Florence, with drop-off at any location of your choice.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The pick up location of the guests is their Custom Accommodation in Tuscan City.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Foldable wheelchairs only, which must fit in the vehicle trunk
  • Guests has to be able to get in and out of the vehicle independently

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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5.0 (12)

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