Tours & Activities in Montepulciano

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wine tour: a tour to discover the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, from the vineyard to the cellar.

In Montepulciano, it’s easy to fall in love: with Renaissance architecture, with hilly landscapes, with the beauty that is hidden in every corner. But above all, here you fall in love with the wine!

Bike tour exploring the wonders of the Tuscan countryside on Nobile's Path. It mainly runs downhill, so it is a path suitable for everyone, along the sides of the hills that are home to vineyards, olive groves, and cultivated fields. You will arrive at the Nature Reserve, you will enjoy a delicious Tuscan picnic.

Visit a winery in the countryside of Montepulciano and head to the vineyards to enjoy a picnic of cured meats, Pecorino di Pienza cheese, and seasonal vegetables with a bottle of Rosso di Montepulciano.

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.

Discover the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, from the vineyard to the cellar, on this tour. Meet the producers, and savor tastings of Rosso di Montepulciano DOC and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipe, handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome and enjoy a trip to Tuscany. Visit the Montepulciano wine region. Tour the cellars and taste wine.

WINERY TOURS AND TUTORED WINE TASTING: instructive, cultural and educational winery visits to get in touch with the wine production techniques. You will turn yourself into a superb wine expert

Embark on a sensory journey to understand the essence of Montepulciano wines and perfumes. Join a guided tour of a winery and perfume laboratory, taste delicious wines, and make your own skin cream.

Our farmhouse is the perfect location to enjoy, together with the typical Tuscan cuisine, the undisputed charm of the breathtaking panorama that lies on the slopes of the Renaissance village of Montepulciano. It is surrounded by greenery, in an endless expanse of vineyards and olive groves. An ideal place for lovers of Taste and Romantic Atmosphere. On our terrace you can enjoy the vibrant emotions that are given to us by the enveloping touch of summer warmth. All this accompanied by a Tuscan Menu combined with our wines produced in the terroir of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Our dishes are all inspired by the Tuscan tradition, offer authenticity and seasonality of the ingredients and taking inspiration from local cuisine, they are proposed with particular and captivating reinterpretations. The menu is 4 courses with the pairing of our wines.

Discover the Montepulciano countryside by traveling through the Tuscan hills. Taste Vino Nobile di Montepulciano paired with Tuscan dishes at a winery.

Tuscan experience with wine tasting lunch, between traditional food and selection of prestigious wines in Montepulciano city center.

Enjoy a fun pasta cooking class in a local home with a certified home cook. Learn local recipes and taste everything you make with some delicious wine.

Tuscan cooking class at the farm: together with the local housewives, you will undertake a typical local cooking course, cooking dishes that are simple and tasty at the same time, typical of the sharecropping period. All the ingredients of the course are selected according to seasonality and focusing on local zero-miles productions.

Explore iconic film locations in Valdichiana Senese and Val d'Orcia on this guided tour in Tuscany.

Enjoy an exclusive wine tasting combined with a typical Tuscan lunch in an ancient wine cellar in the heart of Montepulciano. ATTENTION: From 06th August 2021 the access to museums, bars, theatres, wineries and restaurants is only allowed with a Green-pass / COVID Pass. For more info click here https://www.dgc.gov.it/web/

Gallop through the Valdichiana Hills in Tuscany on this guided horseback tour. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch, soak up the beautiful scenery, and learn more about the region as your guide accompanies you on countryside paths winding along local vineyards.

Guided gourmet Tour in the old town center of Montepulciano: a gourmet walk in the historic centre of Montepulciano.

Explore the historic charm of an underground wine cellar & the innovative design of an artistic winery on a 2.5-hour tour in the heart of Montepulciano.

With the help of our Chef, native to this area, you will discover the unique flavors of local cuisine as you explore our traditional lifestyle. The course includes the preparation of 4 typical recipes. We start our experience preparing the special sauce of Crostino Toscano, traditional appetizer. Then we’ll make handmade pasta: Pici, real treasure of south Tuscany. For the sauce we’ll prepare the typical Aglione, which is a tomato sauce made with a special giant garlic of the area. As dessert we’ll prepare Cantucci, traditional cookies of Valdichiana. They are very good dipped in Vin Santo, special sweet wine of our region. After this unique experience, all your efforts will be rewarded by enjoying the sumptuous meal prepared with your own hands during the cooking class. Enjoy your meal!

Discover two of the most beautiful Medieval Tuscan hill towns located in the wonderful countryside surrounded by breathtaking landscapes!

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at local's home,  learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Montepulciano cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a selection of local wines. During the lesson the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Montepulciano recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Participate in a private cooking class in a local home with a certified cook. Learn local recipes and taste everything you've made with wines included.

Montepulciano is famous for its cellars in the historical center, something that you do not have the chance to visit elsewhere. During your visit at the cellars in the historical center of Montepulciano you will have the chance to learn more about the unique link between the town and its Vino Nobile.