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Immerse yourself in a shared dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Montepulciano treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 3-course menu with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $132.15
Duration: 2 hours
Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Price: $239.08
Duration: 3 hours
Our business stands out for the personal approach and authenticity of the experience offered. David and Lea are not simple guides: they are true enthusiasts, who know each animal by name and know how to tell the story and secrets of the surrounding area. During the horseback ride in Montepulciano, they will guide you with competence and passion, giving you moments of relaxation and amazement while discovering enchanting views and hidden corners of nature. Book now to live a unique, authentic and unforgettable experience!
Price: $96.11
Duration: 1 hours
The horseback tour starts from the stables, where you can also see the other animals on the farm, an expert guide will put you at ease on the right horse and you will be ready to leave for a walk where you will see the vineyards and landscapes of the Montepulciano hills. Suitable for everyone, you do not need to have experience. On the way back you can relax over a glass of wine or coffee.
Price: $96.11
Duration: 1 hours
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 typical food and/or wine 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?
Price: $156.18
Duration: 2-3 hours
This unique experience allows you to visit the most interesting places in Val d'Orcia and Montepulciano crossing country roads to admire nature and works. The departure begins and ends in my Fattoria Madonna della Querce, next to the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Querce in Montepulciano. Here I breed Cinta Senese pigs, a type of black pig with a white belt, of Tuscan origins and very ancient. We will take a short walk among the olive trees and the vineyard to get to the pigs, which are free, separated by an electric fence. We can walk with them, touch them and take pictures. Lunch is included in the experience and includes a menu with: Bruschetta, ribollita in winter and panzanella in summer, platter with our cured meats, pecorino di Pienza cheeses with jams, cantucci and vinsanto, water, house wine, espresso coffee.
Price: $252.29
Duration: 5-6 hours
All the seasons are suitable to bike ride; nature amazes with its colors and perfumes; you can take country roads and visit nearby villages such full of charm and history. All the proposed routes wind along paths, white roads, or in any case itineraries that are not very popular even in summer; the paths are never technically too difficult, there is always time to take a picture or take a breath of fresh air! The itineraries are also suitable for e-bike; with pedal-assisted bikes everyone will be able to reach the top of a hill and enjoy the view without having a heart pounding. The pedaling exertion will be rewarded by a delicious food and wine tasting in our winery.
Price: $166.99
Duration: 4 hours
Roberto gets to know his pigs one by one; they are raised in a semi-wild state, with carefully selected feed and cereals grown in the Tuscan countryside. The experience is as rural as it is unforgettable; after a walk through the vineyards and olive grove, you will have the opportunity to interact with "Ciro", or the domestic pig, and to meet his entire company of Cinta Senese pigs having fun in the mud. after meeting these cute animals (and maybe even taking some selfies with them), it will be time to delight your palate with a dinner based on local products
Price: $78.09
Duration: 2 hours
What’s more Tuscan than a plate of cold-cuts and a glass of wine? After visiting the property and the old cellar, the experience goes on with the tasting of 3 of our wines, paired with a typical “tagliere” made just by the local and high-quality products. A simple and pleasant way to understand our story and enjoy the classical tastes of Tuscany. One of the wines will be for sure the main of the region: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, one of the most representative manifestations of Sangiovese grape variety.
Price: $54.06
Duration: 1 hours
An intimate and relaxing experience that begins with a tour of the winery and the cellar, followed by a tasting of 3 wines from our collection and of our Extra Virgin Olive Oil “Fattoria Svetoni”. A simple and pleasant way to understand our story and enjoy the classical tastes of Tuscany. One of the wines will be for sure the main of the region: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, one of the most representative manifestations of Sangiovese grape variety. Known as "the King of Tuscany", together with Montepulciano "terroir", it creates elegance and complexity.
Price: $30.04
Duration: 0 hours
The experience is one of a kind because it allows you to learn while appreciating what surrounds you. The teacher is very understanding and helpful and able to accommodate all guests' requests. Combining art, culture and nature is the perfect mix.
Price: $180.21
Duration: 2 hours
Book now the best tour with photographic experience in the heart of Valdorcia in Tuscany, to have magnificent memories of your trip with your partner or family. On this tour you will enjoy the wonderful enchanted landscapes typical of Tuscany and also the fascinating and hidden places, outside the usual guided tours for tourists, living a real dream. You will become a photo model for a day and you will feel like a real movie star, in the places that have become famous for some famous films such as "The Gladiator", "Life is Beautiful", "Twilight", "Nostalgia", Fellini's "8 & 1" /2" and many others. The tour is "All in One", it means that everything is included: tour + guide + photos + transportation (if necessary). All this for the price of a simple guided tour. And the photos we take will probably be the best you've ever taken. Let yourself be carried away on this adventure with your personal photographer and guide on a tour that will literally leave you speechless.
Price: $240.28
Duration: 2-3 hours
Chianina cattle Tour: you will discover the Chianina meat and the impressive Valdichiana calves with a visit to a breeding farm. You will see the White Giants and then you will taste the PGI Chianina meat with a tasting-lunch. Choose this experience to live Valdichiana territory!
Price: $130.95
Duration: 2 hours
Stop and savor Tuscany, tasting our wines, enjoying a light lunch and the typical flavors of this region. You will visit a hundred-year old wine cellar, where you're going to understand the story behind Fattoria Svetoni and its wines. And of course, there will be wine and lunch time! You'll have a typical classic Tuscan lunch paired with our wines, starting with some special cold cuts from cinta senese and pecorino di Pienza cheese. Don't forget, there is also our olive oil with bruschetta waiting for you. Now that you're ready, you can have the main course, usually Lasagna, and finish the meal with a nice homemade dessert! Come, and enjoy... You won't regret it!
Price: $108.13
Duration: 1 hours
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable culinary journey through the picturesque hills of Val d'Orcia and Val di Chiana, where the charm of art, history, and nature converges in a perfect dance. Join us for a "Food and Wine" experience that will awaken your senses and transport you to a world of sensory delights. Begin your journey in the heart of Montepulciano, a Renaissance gem nestled among lush hills... or we can start from the countryside and the farm, depending from your arrival! Explore historic cellars where the famous Vino Nobile di Montepulciano comes to life. Taste the secrets preserved in oak barrels and discover the mastery of local winemakers. Savor delicious local products, from extra virgin olive oil to cheese and cold cuts specialties that embody the authentic taste of the region. This is not just a tour; but a total immersion into the art of fine dining and wine culture. Experience the history in the vineyards, and the joy in savoring authenticity in every sip.
Price: $444.52
Duration: 4-5 hours
Embark on a captivating journey through the Tuscan Countryside, immersing yourself in the timeless beauty of this renowned region, celebrated for picturesque landscapes, historic towns, and exquisite wines. Our adventure begins in Montepulciano, a charming hilltop town renowned for medieval architecture and delectable wines. Explore cobblestone streets, visit historic cellars, and savor the rich flavors that make Montepulciano a haven for wine enthusiasts. Next, venture to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage site and birthplace of Pope Pius II. Marvel at well-preserved Renaissance architecture, stroll quaint streets, and indulge in local pecorino cheese—a culinary delight for which Pienza is renowned. Continuing the journey, arrive in Montalcino, a fortress town surrounded by vineyards producing the illustrious Brunello di Montalcino wine. Delight your senses with a wine tasting experience, sampling bold and complex flavors that have made this wine world-famous.
Price: $594.69
Duration: 12 hours
Kitchen has always been the fulcrum of this home, where my family is living since more than 7 generations. I have always been fascinated by my grandmother's ability to prepare awesome dishes from Tuscan tradition, always with few, simple but precious ingredients. That cultural heritage was in danger of disappearing: I spent a lot of time cooking with her, trying to learn her recipes and secrets. In the end, I realized that she had given me a bigger gift: I had assimilated her cooking philosophy! Then, I realized that tradition is not a dusty book but a living thing able also to adapt to new conditions, and even improve. I studied ingredient's seasonality, their sustainable production systems, new cooking techniques, techniques of tasting: almost without realizing it, in the meantime, I became Chef and finally, also Sommelier. Since a lot of years, I decided to share this path: a long path that is not yet finished... Giacomo
Price: $318.37
Duration: 5 hours
Kitchen has always been the fulcrum of this home, where my family is living since more than 7 generations. I have always been fascinated by my grandmother's ability to prepare awesome dishes from Tuscan tradition, always with few, simple but precious ingredients. That cultural heritage was in danger of disappearing: I spent a lot of time cooking with her, trying to learn her recipes and secrets. In the end, I realized that she had given me a bigger gift: I had assimilated her cooking philosophy! Then, I realized that tradition is not a dusty book but a living thing able also to adapt to new conditions, and even improve. I studied ingredient's seasonality, their sustainable production systems, new cooking techniques, techniques of tasting: almost without realizing it, in the meantime, I became Chef and finally, also Sommelier. Since a lot of years, I decided to share this path: a long path that is not yet finished... Giacomo
Price: $211.45
Duration: 4 hours
Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Italian, English, German, French
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Population: Approximately 14,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Montepulciano is during spring and early autumn when the weather is pleasant and the town is less crowded.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the European Union, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and many other countries can enter Italy visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. For longer stays or other nationalities, a Schengen visa or national visa may be required. Visa on arrival is generally not available. E-visa options are limited; travelers should check the Italian consulate or embassy websites for the most current requirements before traveling.
About Montepulciano
Montepulciano is a charming medieval hill town in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, known for its stunning Renaissance architecture, winding cobblestone streets, and panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and countryside. The town’s rich history is evident in its well-preserved palaces, churches, and piazzas, making it a captivating destination for culture and history enthusiasts. Montepulciano is particularly famous for producing Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, one of Italy’s most prestigious red wines, attracting wine lovers from around the world. Visitors can explore historic landmarks, enjoy wine tastings at local cantinas, and savor authentic Tuscan cuisine in cozy trattorias. The town’s location offers a peaceful retreat with a slower pace compared to larger cities, making it ideal for travelers seeking an immersive Italian experience. Montepulciano’s blend of art, history, gastronomy, and natural beauty makes it a must-visit destination in Tuscany.
Montepulciano Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Tuscany
- Duration Range: 2-8 hours
- Group Size: Small groups (up to 15 people)
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Montepulciano is during spring and early autumn when the weather is pleasant and the town is less crowded. Pack comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and layers for variable weather. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Carry some cash as smaller shops and restaurants may not accept cards. Stay aware of pickpockets in crowded areas and always keep valuables secure.
Average Tour Price: $65
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Highest Price Tour: $250
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Top Attractions
1. Piazza Grande – The main square featuring impressive Renaissance buildings and a lively atmosphere. 2. Palazzo Comunale – A historic town hall with a tower offering panoramic views of the Tuscan landscape. 3. Montepulciano Cathedral – A beautiful Renaissance cathedral located on Piazza Grande. 4. Cantina Contucci – One of the oldest wine cellars in Montepulciano, perfect for tasting Vino Nobile. 5. Church of San Biagio – A stunning Renaissance church located just outside the town walls, known for its elegant architecture.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy wine tasting tours at local wineries, guided historical walking tours through the medieval streets, cooking classes focusing on Tuscan cuisine, hiking or cycling in the surrounding countryside, and attending seasonal festivals celebrating local culture and food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Montepulciano’s cuisine is rooted in traditional Tuscan flavors, featuring dishes such as pici pasta with wild boar ragù, ribollita (a hearty vegetable soup), and bistecca alla fiorentina (Tuscan-style steak). The town’s restaurants emphasize fresh, local ingredients paired with regional wines. Noteworthy dining spots include Osteria Acquacheta, famous for its grilled meats, and La Grotta, known for authentic Tuscan dishes in a cozy setting.
Getting Around
Montepulciano is accessible by train and bus from major Tuscan cities like Florence and Siena. Local transportation within the town is mostly on foot due to its compact size and pedestrian-friendly streets. Taxis are available but limited. Parking is available outside the historic center for those arriving by car. Costs for local buses are modest, and taxis can be more expensive.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Montepulciano is during spring and early autumn when the weather is pleasant and the town is less crowded. Pack comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets and layers for variable weather. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Carry some cash as smaller shops and restaurants may not accept cards. Stay aware of pickpockets in crowded areas and always keep valuables secure.
Culture & Customs
Montepulciano’s culture is deeply tied to its wine heritage and religious traditions. Social life often revolves around communal meals and festivals, such as the Bravio delle Botti, a historic barrel-rolling race held annually. Visitors should greet locals politely, use formal titles when appropriate, and avoid loud behavior. It is customary to greet shopkeepers upon entering and thank them when leaving.
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