Private
Private Wine Tour of the Orcia Valley
The Overview
Overview
The Orcia Velley in south-eastern Tuscany is one of the most beautiful regions in Tuscany and a world renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. Known for the golf-course-like hills of green and gold (depending on what season you visit), this area is famous for some of Italy's most notable wine varieties including the Vino Nobile from Montepulciano and the Brunello di Montalcino. The wines are incredible and so are the towns we visit on this full day tour of this unique area!
We start the day by meeting you at your hotel or villa in Tuscany. Depending on where you are located, our first stop is Montepulciano where you will have some time to enjoy the town, the fine leather shops and incredible views over the countryside.
Following some sightseeing in town, we head into one of the most incredible wine-cellars in Italy, the Cantina de' Ricci.
https://www.cantinadericci.it/
Here, you will enjoy an introduction to one of the oldest wine cellars in Tuscany and then begin to sample the incredible 'Vino Nobile' wine, famous the world over in addition to some Tuscan delicacies like fine cheese, salami and focaccia.
From Montepulciano, we head through the Tuscan countryside to the town of Pienza where you may want to enjoy a walk through the town or lunch, depending on how hungry you are. Pienza is known for the Pecorino cheese which in Montepulicano you will have sampled, though should you be a cheese lover, there will be no shortage to be found in Pienza!
Pienza is another town which offers incredible views over the sea of rolling hills in the valley below and it is a nice, flat town to take a walk through.
Finally, we head to Montalcino which wine lovers will know for the incredible 'Brunello di Montalcino', where we will visit the incredible fortress of Montalcino and one of the most loved wine stores and tasting rooms in Tuscany, L'Enoteca la Fortezza
https://www.enotecalafortezza.com/
Here, you will have the chance to enjoy a number of differet wines from Montalcino and you will have the chance to enjoy the town of Montalcino and purchase as much wine as you wish here which can also be shipped home.
In the evening, following our visit of the three towns, numerous wine tasting, we take you back to your hotel or villa where we will conclude our services.
Duration
0 hours
Pricing
On request
Tailored to your dates and group.
The Orcia Velley in south-eastern Tuscany is one of the most beautiful regions in Tuscany and a world renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. Known for the golf-course-like hills of green and gold (depending on what season you visit), this area is famous for some of Italy's most notable wine varieties including the Vino Nobile from Montepulciano and the Brunello di Montalcino. The wines are incredible and so are the towns we visit on this full day tour of this unique area!
- Tour Style
- Private
- Meeting Point
- Hotel - Villa or Rail Station
The journey in pictures
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The details
Inclusions & Exclusions
What's Included
- Excellent Photo Opportunities
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off
- Local English speaking Driver Guide
- Wine Tastings
- Winery Visits
What's Not Included
- Gratuities of any type
In their words
Traveler Reviews
Ron and Deb CrosbyDear Guiseppe and Jesse,
We just returned from our most wonderful vacation to Italy and wanted to first thank you for putting together such a wonderful trip, and second to provide some feedback for the future.
Hotels
1. Hotel Sovestro in San Gimignano was wonderful. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made the first portion of our journey very stress free. They made us feel like we were part of their family. I would recommend it to anyone and would specifically ask for it if we were to make a return visit.
2. Hotel La Baia in Monterosso was nice and it's location was very good especially for us older folks humping luggage from/to the train station.
3. Hotel Lucchesi in Florence- what can I say expect FANTASTIC. The rooftop view at sunset is well worth it. Again very friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend it to everyone.
Wine Tour
Money well spent. We had a great time overall. The driver Mario was OUTSTANDING. He had lots of local knowledge as well as about winemaking. USE HIM AGAIN!!!
The various wineries we visited on tour:
Altesino- fantastic and they were not cheap on their pouring. Great experience.
Azienda Agricola Patrizia Cencion Sloaria- Again a great tour by one of the owner's daughters. We felt like we were the only thing on their mind although there were other customers there. A great way to complete the day.
Again we had a fantastic time and are very appreciative of everything you booked for us. We wish you continued success and if our travels should bring us back to Italy, we know who to call.
Leon and MicheleThe trip was great we appreciate all the hard work you and your team invested to make our experience a once in a lifetime trip. We appreciate all the attention to the details in particular Giuseppe spending the time and the focus with us on the road and as we were exploring your great country.
Bob & SandyJesse & Giuseppe,
Sandy and I have been looking through my slides of our trip to Southern Italy. We had such a good time with you and Giuseppe that we wanted to let you know again. You were the best guides ever.
Jo Ann WestJesse,
There are no words to describe the fabulous time we had in Italy. Everything went as you promised. Absolutely no problems! The venues were fabulous. The guides were punctual and helpful. It couldn't have worked out better. You and your staff deserve high praise for the quality and efficiency of your work. BTW, Guiseppe was an absolute delight. We enjoyed his informative and effervescent personality he was a hit with our group. The serenading was an added bonus! Our stay in Calabria went well too. Thank you for all your work and coordination for making this dream come true for us! If any of us travel there again, you will surely be hearing from us. I will not hesitate to recommend you to others as well. Ciao for now,
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Location
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Tuscany and beyond
Every stop on this journey is chosen by the people who live here.
Where we meet
Hotel - Villa or Rail Station
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a private tour, or will we join a group?
Private. You travel with your own guide and driver, and the only people on the itinerary are the ones you bring with you. Nothing is shared with strangers, and the pace of each day is yours to set.
Can the itinerary be changed to suit us?
Yes. What you see here is a starting point, not a fixed departure. Tell us how long you have, what you love and what you would rather skip, and we will reshape it around you. A slower morning, an extra night somewhere you fell for, a different region entirely.
How do we start planning?
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When should we book?
The earlier the better, particularly for travel between May and September, when the guides worth having are taken first. That said, we have put together beautiful trips at short notice, so ask and we will tell you honestly what is still possible for your dates.
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