Top Montepulciano Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Rent an electric bicycle in Montepulciano and visit the wineries of Tuscany without getting too tired. Thanks to the extra sprint it gives you over hilly terrain, the electric bike is the perfect way to explore the country lanes and soak up the landscape of the famous wine region. Following a planned route, you will be able to visit a selection of local wineries and enjoy two wine tastings in their cellars.

The medieval center of Montepulciano stands on the historic cellars hidden below the city. With this exclusive tour, take a guided walk in the historic center and visit two underground cellars, venture into the tunnels carved into the rock to admire the impressive oak barrels where the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is left to age. Learn about the history of wine and how it is produced in this area and taste the local vintages.

The medieval hilltop town of Montepulciano is set in Tuscany's culinary heart. Experience both the local culture and cuisine with this tour that combines a guided walk through Montepulciano's old town with a number of food and wine breaks. Learn about the town's history and architecture between stops at a local gourmet shop, traditional restaurant, and wine cellar to taste local cheeses and charcuterie, handmade pasta, and wine.

Taste the ‘king of reds’ directly from the source on a Montepulciano wine tour including stops at two boutique wineries specializing in Vino Nobile and Rosso di Montepulciano, Tuscan varietals once enjoyed by popes and royalty. Through guided tastings and vineyard walks, gain insight into Italy’s prestigious ‘DOCG’ production to impress your friends and enjoy these prized wines with confidence.

Our expert guide will lead you through the vineyards on two wheels to experience the scents and colors of Tuscan nature. Back from the bike ride, the visit of the winery will await you. In the cellar we’ll offer you the chance to learn the history behind the production of each bottle of wine, from the time of the pruning to the harvest, through the fermentation and aging. You’ll learn the history of Sangiovese grape and what makes each vintage different and special. This unique experience will end with a fantastic Tuscan plate of cuts and cheese matched with Fattoria Svetoni wines.

Enjoy 1.5 hours exclusive wine tasting experience in an unique cellar located in Montepulciano area, very close to Umbria. Discover an exclusive winery, a few kilometers from the border between Tuscany and Umbria. During this experience immerse yourself in the unique tradition of producing the famous Montepulciano wine. Hear the history of this wine cellar as well as the explanation of the methods and techniques of this high quality wine production. Then, join an exclusive wine tasting experience combined with a delicious plate of tuscan Pecorino cheese. During this experience, you will taste four of the most important wines produced in Montepulciano area, such as Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and the Santa Pia Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG, known all over the world while a professional sommelier will explain to you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellences.

Wine lovers experience in Montepulciano: perfect experience in Montepulciano for real wine lovers.

The Montepulciano tour will allow you to discover one of the most fascinating towns of the area, the so-called “Renaissance pearl” sheltered inside Medieval city walls. During our tour, we will climb through the town, following the winding main street, thereby admiring Montepulciano's wonderful palaces and churches along the way. We will learn about its traditions … for example:– did you know that once a year they have a barrel-pushing competition? When we reach the summit of the town, we will find ourselves in the magical Piazza Grande, where we will be able to visit the never-finished Cathedral, the Fortress, and enjoy a wonderful view over the Val di Chiana and part of the Val d'Orcia. Last but not least, our tour will take us underground to visit one of the ancient wineries of the town, and taste a glass of Nobile wine. Optional: climbing the main tower in Piazza Grande in order to enjoy a 360-degree view over the two valleys surrounding the city (ticket not included). (Anti-Covid Vaccinated Tour Guide)

The Temple of San Biagio was built by Antonio da Sangallo the Elder, illustrious architect from Florence, between 1518 and 1545. Located in the middle of a sprawling meadow outside the town, the church is considered a masterpiece of 16th century Tuscan Renaissance architecture. The Church of the Madonna di San Biagio, with a Greek cross plan, central dome and semicircular apse, is flanked by two bell towers, of which only the one on the left was completed accomplished. It is entirely covered in travertine stone. Inside, the only wall with numerous decorative elements is the one corresponding to the main altar where there is a large marble dossal at the centre of which a fresco depicting the Madonna and Child and St. Francis is inserted. In front of the church is the harmonious building of the rectory, with two beautiful loggias, executed around the 1550.

Following our experienced English-speaking guide, you will live “la Dolce Vita” driving an authentic Vespa 125cc. We propose you two itineraries to choose: a) We will take you to a small medieval village situated in the heart of the area, driving along the enchant of Orcia Valley (Val d’Orcia) which is UNESCOs Heritage. or b) Trasimeno Lake will offer you its wonderful landscape with the history of the old town and the peace of its waters. The tour will end up in our winery. Here you’ll discover all steps of wine making and you’ll enjoy a fantastic tasting of our wines accompanied by a delicious Tuscan menu with a first choice, a platter of cheeses and cured meats, plus dessert. Driving experience on a scooter is requested. Those who do not feel confident enough about riding on their own, can opt for riding with one of our expert escorts. We provide: Original Vespa scooter (automatic transmission) and Helmet A valid driving license is required

That's a walking tour in the center of Montepulciano. We are going to visit the main attractive, the narrow streets, the panoramic views of the town, then we can go up in the Tower Hall (is not include in the price), the highest point of Montepulciano to have a breathtaking view of the Valleys around the city. Then we will finish the tour with a Wine tasting.

Meet winemakers and learn about the high quality standards in each glass of Montepulciano wine on this tasting tour through one of Italy’s most renowned wine regions. Visit three wineries to sip and compare the Rosso and Vino Nobile varietals during guided tastings, and bring the wines’ full flavor to life with a gourmet Tuscan lunch paired with more generous pours.

A horseback riding to slowly explore, in the open air, the most beautiful and scenic places in the area: a guided horseback riding through the Tuscan hills

A horseback riding to slowly explore, in the open air, the most beautiful and panoramic places of the Valdichiana. Would you like to surprise your partner? Instead of horseback riding, you can choose a carriage tour! The same path and services, but you will be lulled by the carriage. Write us and we will be able to organize the best romantic experience!

Combine a scenic, gently-paced cycling ride with a tasty lunch and wine tasting during this half-day, small-group excursion in Tuscany. Bike through winding country rodes and picturesque villages. Then, taste local wines in a vineyard and enjoy a Tuscan lunch. Upgrade to an e-bike at an additional cost.

"Here is Volterra!", says Alice Cullen on board of the yellow Porsche, as soon as she sees the Tuscan village, seat of the Volturi. Actually, that village with narrow streets that go uphill is Montepulciano. You will discover the Italian film set of "New Moon - Twilight Saga", accompanying you on a visit to the more or less known sites of the town, which have been the setting of some overwhelming scenes of the film.

Visit a typical Cinta Senese farmhouse in Montepulciano and live an authentic rural experience. Enter in Roberto’s farmhouse, during the path, you will meet Ciro, the domestic pig, and its Cinta-Senese-piglets company. Delight your palate with a typical light lunch paired with fine wine.

Discover Montepulciano with a private tour. In 1500 Antonio da Sangallo was called to fortify the Policiano mountain, a settlement of distant Etruscan origins which became the important castle on the borders of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Montepulciano gave birth to Poliziano, poet and secretary of Lorenzo the Magnificent and we will pass under his house .. The elegant town is full of patrician houses and Renaissance churches and we will visit the Piazza Grande natural theater of many events. Its incredible medieval cellars carved into the rock beneath the noble palaces have for centuries been the place of aging for the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG. Let's discover together the surprising beauties of this small city of art - It is also possible to make an exciting URBAN TREKKING from San Biagio to Porta a Prato and back, with a visit to the medieval cellars (due to restrictions covid 19 the entrances to the cellars could be regulated)

Visit one of the most beautiful and evocative European countries. Italy is made up of landscapes of a completely different nature ranging from the splendid beaches of the Mediterranean to the hilly landscapes of Tuscany. The historical and artistic importance of Rome, Naples, Florence, Venice as well as small cities such as Siena, Pisa, Lucca, Ferrara, Padua, Ravenna represent the real gems of a country where traditions have centuries of history. If you already have your itinerary in mind you can contact our office for more information. You can decide between three options: 7 days, 10 days or 14 days of tour with private driver. Your driver will be at your disposal 24/7. We will book for you the private tour guides and all your tickets for the Museums, historical sites or parks that you will want to visit.

A guided wine trekking through the hills and vineyards surrounding the winery of our farm. A unique landscape, chiseled over the centuries by the encounter between nature's work and human intervention. The return will be even more pleasant, you will be welcomed in our cellar to learn all the steps that lead to the creation of a wine. You can then enjoy the tasting accompanied by an appetizing Tuscan menu with a first choice, a cheese and salami platter, plus dessert.

This tour will be a slow one, giving you the opportunity to decide if you wanna stop for an unplanned visit or, just to get a taste of the fantastic food offered along the way, getting the opportunity to save time and to discover the best corners and to get the shots of the medieval town... how can you miss it?

Montepulciano, an enchanted place clearly linked to Florence, which is reflected in its architecture and Pienza considered a jewel of Renaissance architecture! The tour includes the tour of a historic cellar with wine and food tasting and the cheese tasting in Pienza

The tour begins with a visit to the winery, fermentation, aging and barrels cellar and then we will accompany you on a guided tour through our vine rows, to discover the place where our wines originate, after which you can spend the tasting in complete privacy. You will be given a delicious basket and you will be assigned a position among the rows of the vineyard where you can sit or lay down. In the picnic basket you will find delicious local food and o a bottle of Podere Casanova wine and its glasses, o plates and cutlery, o cold cuts and cheeses, o bread and focaccia, o seasonal vegetables, o "grandmother's" cakes.

You can choose among: TOUR IN ELECTRIC BOAT ON THE LAKE An electric boat powered by photovoltaic panels for guided tours of the water is docked in the small pier of the lake. BIRDWATCHING We will reach on foot the sighting tower 500 mt (round trip 1 Km) going up by a comfortable lift to the sighting plane at 10 mt height. THE TOUR OF THE “CHIARO” - Walking or mountain bike tour It is a ring around the lake with very little gradient, about 12 kilometers of mixed path with safe and free white road, it allows the sighting of birds that live in complete freedom in the Reserve. For the Mountai-Bike tour there is a supplement of Euro 20,00 per person.