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VIP Brunello Montalcino, Montepulciano & Val d'Orcia with Lunch

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Overview

This is an experience for true wine lovers, selecting the best boutique wineries including a guided lunch and wine tasting of Brunello di Montalcino, listed as one of the best wines in the world by the prestigious magazine Wine Spectator. All this while visiting 3 UNESCO's site and the famous Gladiator movies sceneries, crossing breathtaking hills and charming medieval small villages.

This tour offers a small group experience for a maximum of 6 people for a unique atmosphere. The Tour guide will assist you during the entire day to satisfy all your request and show you the most beautiful part of Tuscany.

So relax while you enter the heart of real Tuscany with medieval villages of incomparable charm, an ancient farming tradition that produces wine, cheese, cold cuts and excellent meat. This experience will give you the chance to try one of the best wines in the world.

What's Included

  • Lunch Lunch in a organic boutique winery with panoramic views
  • Alcoholic beverages Top rated Brunello di Montalcino wines & Super Tuscan
  • Bottled water
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Viale Fratelli Rosselli
    2, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

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    End point

    Piazzale di Porta Romana
    50125 Firenze FI, Italy

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    Monteriggioni (pass by)

    You can relax while we are crossing the beautiful Chianti hills and the Medieval hilltop gem of Monteriggioni, a castle from 1213 with its beautiful walls.
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    Montalcino

    Enjoy views over Montalcino, with the imposing fourteenth century fortress that offers one of the most beautiful views onto Val d’Orcia.Here, you will visit a boutique winery-farm, and offered a guided lunch-tasting of the renowned Rosso di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino, docg wines and a large selection of typical products of the territory and a delicious homemade desert. All this is followed by a visit to the cellars and some leisure time to enjoy the nature.
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    1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Val D'Orcia (pass by)

    Here you will enjoy panoramic views and take pictures of the amazing landscape where the shoot the movie The Gladiator. Through the hilly expanses of the old vineyards and olive groves, which characterize the splendid territory we reach Val d'Orcia, UNESCO heritage, a harmonious landscape of hills dotted with cypresses, interrupted by castles, churches, ancient villages of Etruscan origin and farms that accompany the route of the famous "Via Francigena".
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    Montepulciano

    Lastly, after a short journey on a panoramic road, we reach Montepulciano, enclosed by fortified walls and perched on a hill 600 metres above sea level between Val d’Orcia and Val di Chiana. The town is renowned for its Noble wine where you can admire historical Palace. Here you will enjoy your free time walking along the steep streets, visiting the historical wine cellars and admire the splendid Renaissance buildings. You can also select the option to enjoy a wine tasting in Montepulciano.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the VIP Brunello Montalcino, Montepulciano & Val d’Orcia with Lunch?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-244750P9

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the VIP Brunello Montalcino, Montepulciano & Val d’Orcia with Lunch?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Lunch. Lunch in a organic boutique winery with panoramic views.
    • Alcoholic beverages. Top rated Brunello di Montalcino wines & Super Tuscan.
    • Bottled water.
    • Organic food, Pecorino cheese & Extra-virgin Olive oil.
    • Small group max 6 people.
    • Wine cellars visit.
    • Nobile di Montepulciano wine (only adding a 2nd winery).
    • Photo Service.
    • Licensed Tour Guide all day.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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    The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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    Accessibility information for the VIP Brunello Montalcino, Montepulciano & Val d'Orcia with Lunch is as follows:

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for VIP Brunello Montalcino, Montepulciano & Val d’Orcia with Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

    Mar 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • LunchLunch in a organic boutique winery with panoramic views
    • Alcoholic beveragesTop rated Brunello di Montalcino wines & Super Tuscan
    • Bottled water
    • Organic food, Pecorino cheese & Extra-virgin Olive oil
    • Small group max 6 people
    • Wine cellars visit
    • Nobile di Montepulciano wine (only adding a 2nd winery)
    • Photo Service
    • Licensed Tour Guide all day

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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