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title: Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano
lang: en
type: tour
city: Florence
country: Italy
price: 229
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.66
reviews: 407
duration_minutes: 630
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Brunello country?
rank_in_category: 31 of 39 (Day Trips)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-04
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/florence/tours/val-d-orcia-brunello-wine-tour-with-montalcino-and-montepulciano/
---

# Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano

**Guidekin's take:** A full day in the Val d'Orcia for Brunello drinkers: two tastings, a vineyard and barrel cellar tour, a walk through the underground city of Montepulciano and lunch, in a premium van capped at eight. The €229 per person covers lunch, tastings and the drive for 10h 30m; the driver is not the guide. Rated 4.66 by 407 travellers.

**Brunello country?:** Val d'Orcia group tour: eight max, cellar guide, two tastings and lunch at €229 per person; no private pickup. 4.66 from 407 reviews. Trade-off: Long drive; driver is not the guide. (last checked September 18, 2026)

In our comparison: #31 of 39 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Enjoy a day trip to three of Tuscany’s most iconic destinations: Montalcino, home of the famous Brunello wine; Pienza, renowned for its Pecorino cheese; and Montepulciano, known for its prestigious Nobile wine.

Travel through the UNESCO-listed Val d’Orcia aboard a premium air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver and complimentary water. Small group experience, maximum 8 participants.

Why choose us?
• Guaranteed departures
• Secure booking
• 24-hour cancellation policy
• Best rates guaranteed

For operational reasons, the itinerary order may vary between Montepulciano and Montalcino.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Please,
- Max 8 people: small group
- Starts 08:00: one departure a day
- Food included: 2 Wine Tastings, Superior Lunch
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €199: ages 6 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €229 per person for the Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano option; other options up to €725
- Duration: 10h 30m
- Rating: 4.66/5 from 407 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Keys Of Italy / Florence
- Group: Shared, up to 8 travellers · private option available
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.66 from 407 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 371 of 407.

- 5 stars: 320 (79%)
- 4 stars: 51 (13%)
- 3 stars: 23 (6%)
- 2 stars: 10 (2%)
- 1 star: 3 (1%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value the wine tastings and knowledgeable guides; limited time to explore the towns is a recurring caveat.

**Praised:**
- Varied wines with informative tastings and food pairings
- Underground cellars in Montepulciano with explanations of wine and local history
- Knowledgeable, friendly drivers sharing regional history along the route
- Countryside views along the drive and at winery and lunch stops
- Small groups that feel personal and make conversation easy

**Complaints:**
- Some report rushed or skipped town visits, while others have time to explore
- Some find the van cramped, while others describe a comfortable ride
- Some find lunch mediocre or menu choices limited, while others praise the food
- Some find Montalcino tastings less engaging than Montepulciano, while others enjoy both

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-06-09 to 2026-10-02); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Val d'Orcia Brunello Wine Tour with Montalcino and Montepulciano | €229 / person | English | - |
| From Florence: Private tour | €725 / person | English | - |

## What's included

- 2 Wine Tastings
- Local product food tasting during the wine tasting in Montepulciano
- Superior Lunch
- Premium van with A/C
- English guided tour on vineyard and barrel cellar
- English-speaking driver (driver is not the guide)
- English guided tour on the underground city of Montepulciano

## Not included

- Gratuities
- Private Pick-Up

## Itinerary

1. **Florence** (pass by, no stop) - 08:00AM: Meet our English speaking driver and let's the tour begin!
2. **Montalcino** (1h 30m) - 09:45AM: The first stop will be in a great winery in Montalcino... The winery is owned by a local family and, talking with them, you will not have the feeling to visit their work place but their home instead!...You will know everything about Brunello di Montalcino: the...
3. **Fortezza di Montalcino** (15m) - 11:30AM: Enjoy a quick stop of 15 minutes to enjoy the castle di Montalcino and its tiny city centre.
4. **Historic Centre of the City of Pienza** (1h 30m; admission included) - 12:15PM: Arrived to Pienza, a Papal village famous for its Pecorino cheese, you will have the chance to enjoy an amazing 3 courses meal wich include wine and water. Following the lunch you will have free time to discover the lovely town of Pienza where you can appreciate the...
5. **Montepulciano** (2h) - 2:45PM: Here there we will be guided through an historical cellar called "The underground city" which is located downstairs of a local wine shop. At the exit from the underground city you will be greeted by a tasting of wine and other food specialities. Before leaving we will...
6. **Florence** (pass by, no stop) - 6:30PM (depending on traffic): Back to Florence

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

Please, meet your driver beside the entrance of "Cantina Antinori", outside the building" at 08:00am, on the corner with via del Trebbio.

Clients can be dropped in Montepulciano or Montalcino, please let us know as soon as you make your reservation.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJicUD9qlWKhMR_Y51HdyeJME

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Booking asks for: dates of birth, heights

## Compared with other Day Trips

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #31 of 39** | €229 | 10h 30m | 4.66 (407) | shared, max 8 |
| [Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-tuscan-wineries-olive-oil-gourmet-lunch-or-dinner/?format=md) | €149 | 8h | 4.96 (1592) | shared |
| [Tuscany Vespa Tours Through the Hills of Chianti](/italy/florence/tours/tuscany-vespa-tours-through-the-hills-of-chianti/?format=md) | €160 | 6h | 4.99 (580) | shared |
| [SMALL-GROUP Wine Safaris: Tuscany Wine Tasting Tour from Florence](/italy/florence/tours/small-group-wine-safaris-tuscany-wine-tasting-tour-from-florence/?format=md) | €130 | 6h | 4.94 (5805) | shared |

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