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Italy Day Tour: Val d'Orcia, Tuscany, Filming Location of Gladiator | Montalcino + Montepulciano + Pienza + Wine and Cheese Tastings Included (Departing from Florence · English-Speaking Group with Optional Chinese Audio Guide)
From 25/10/2026
Group Tours
Explore the heart of Tuscany: Val d'Orcia and its beautiful towns of Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano + Treat your taste buds: sample two different wines
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Upcoming departure dates: 2026-10-25, 2026-10-26, 2026-10-27, 2026-10-28, 2026-10-29, 2026-10-30, 2026-11-02, 2026-11-04, 2026-11-07, 2026-11-09
Day 1
Florence - Montalcino - Pienza - Montepulciano - Florence
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D1 Florence Tour meeting time: 07:45 Meeting point: Ticket kiosk at Montelungo Bus Terminal, about a 5–10-minute walk from Santa Maria Novella train station. Look for staff wearing magenta jackets (Google Maps: https://maps.google.com/[email protected],11.2466917)
Itinerary details
Meet in the morning and set off for **Montalcino**, home of the world-famous Brunello di Montalcino wine. Visit a local winery and enjoy a wine tasting, experiencing the unique charm of its cellars and the rich winemaking culture. Then stroll along the town's winding streets and climb to a scenic viewpoint to admire the stunning Tuscan countryside: rolling hills, ancient oak trees, lush olive groves, country lanes winding through vineyards, and cypress trees that together create a classic Tuscan landscape. Remember to bring your camera to capture this breathtaking scenery. Next, head to **Pienza**, known as the “ideal city.” The town was planned and built in the 15th century by architect Bernardo Rossellino, commissioned by Pope Pius II. Explore Renaissance landmarks such as Pienza Cathedral (Duomo) and Palazzo Piccolomini, which was also one of the filming locations for director Franco Zeffirelli's *Romeo and Juliet*. Pienza is also one of the best viewpoints overlooking the Val d'Orcia. Then visit **Montepulciano**, renowned for its Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and as one of the filming locations for *The Twilight Saga: New Moon*. Tour historic cellars built beneath an ancient winery, sample local wine and Pecorino cheese, and discover Tuscany's long winemaking tradition. At the end of the tour, return to Florence. Duration: approximately 11 hours 30 minutes
Important notes
Important notes We recommend wearing comfortable shoes. The order of visits may be adjusted depending on actual conditions. Thank you for your understanding. This itinerary is not suitable for wheelchair users or people with limited mobility. English- and Spanish-speaking groups are guaranteed to depart daily. Italian, German, Portuguese, or French commentary is available for groups of at least 4 guests. When you select Chinese, commentary will be provided only through the App audio guide in your selected language. An English-speaking tour leader will accompany the group throughout the tour to coordinate the group, provide assistance in emergencies, and explain itinerary arrangements (such as meeting times and locations). The wine tasting will also be conducted in English, but the App will provide additional information about local wines in your selected language. Note: All times shown on this webpage are for reference only. Actual arrival times may be delayed due to circumstances beyond our control, such as weather, traffic congestion, traffic accidents, festivals or sporting events, civil unrest, or strikes. We appreciate your understanding. If you have onward travel plans involving other transportation to another city, we strongly recommend allowing at least 3 hours of extra time to avoid inconvenience caused by delays. Our company accepts no responsibility for losses arising from travel arrangements you make yourself without allowing sufficient extra time. Thank you for your understanding.
Meals
Breakfast: at your own expense Lunch: at your own expense Dinner: at your own expense
Accommodation
None
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Included
Round-trip luxury air-conditioned coach.
Accompanied by a professional multilingual tour leader.
Interactive audio guide in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese (App).
Explore Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano at your own pace.
Visit a Montalcino winery, tour its cellars, and sample the world-famous **Brunello di Montalcino** wine.
Visit a Montepulciano winery and sample Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
Taste Pienza's specialty Pecorino cheese.
Purchase wine and cheese on site at discounted prices.
Walk along the trail featured in the classic film *Gladiator* and relive its magnificent scenery.
Not included
Items not included in the “What’s Included” section above
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Changes and cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours before departure.
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