Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence
Description
Our first stop is Pienza, a charming Renaissance village located in the heart of the Val d'Orcia. Famous worldwide for its delicious Pecorino di Pienza, this stop is the perfect opportunity to stroll through picturesque streets and taste one of Tuscany’s most iconic cheeses. After visiting Pienza, the tour continues to Montalcino, a medieval hill town internationally renowned for its prestigious wines, especially Brunello di Montalcino. Here you will have the opportunity to enjoy local wine tastings and traditional Tuscan products, experiencing the authentic flavors of the region. The journey then takes us to Monteriggioni, one of the best-preserved fortified villages in Italy. Surrounded by impressive 13th-century defensive walls, this small medieval town is famous worldwide for inspiring settings in a popular video game where the protagonist battles the legendary Knights Templar. A dedicated museum is included in the tour experience.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Tour leaves from Florence city centre in the early morning , to reach Pienza, Montalcino and Monteriggioni
located on the crest of a hill overlooking the Val d'Orcia is a small town in Italy with only about 2,000 inhabitants, considered the "touchstone of Renaissance urbanism.
Built on the ancient church of Santa Maria, it designed to be placed scientifically in the main square of the village
Visit the heart of this village around that was developped the ancient Walls
Situated next to the Cathedral, it is composed by 3 Floors, created in Pietraviva, a typical Tuscan stone used for buildings.
A mediaeval village in the heart of the Brunello wine region of about 6,000 inhabitants, is beautifully situated on a 567-meter-high hill in the famous Val d'Orcia
The fortress has a new structure for the time of its construction as it had a pentagonal plan as opposed to the square plan adopted by the fortifications of a previous era. The fortress has a tower at each corner.
The Palace constitutes one of the most typical elements of the village. Built in the 13th-14th century, it has a high crenellated tower and a portico with lowered vaults where there is a 16th-century statue of Cosimo I dei Medici. On the façade and on the side facing the square it features numerous heraldic coats of arms of the podestà families who have governed the city over the centuries. The urban evolution of the village forced the building into the alleys of the center, depriving it of its original public space.
Monteriggioni, the small fortified village with walls dating back to 1200 AD which you can travel for an unprecedented immersive experience
Visit Templar Knights Museum, the perfetc way to totally immerse yourself in the Medieval world with authentich historical armours.
Come back in the evening at the same point in the city center
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- order of visits may change
- In order to reserve the seat also for children under 4 years of age, it is necessary to select the free rate 'children (0 - 3)' during the purchase phase.
- The tour involves walking, it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes
- the tasting of wine with typical products is not a lunch
- Transfer time on board bus is already included in the total duration
- No refunds are given in case of delay at the meeting point at Sightseeing Experience Visitor Center
- Maximum punctuality is recommended at each meeting points during the excursion. For the success of the tour, no waiting times are expected in case of delays by ustomers and no refunds will be granted
- The order of visits may change
- Transfer Only option includes only bus and assistance on board.
Reviews(72)
All right only was not in Portuguese the translation
Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your feedback will be helpful for our future travelers!
Relaxing tour with plenty of time to explore each town. Nice to see some hard to reach places without having to rent a car
Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your review will be valuable for future travelers!
"It was a wonderful day spent with Marina and Claudio, with a warm welcome and detailed explanations provided throughout the entire tour. Thank you also for the bonus stops. The visit was very dynamic, and thanks to the other participants, everything was perfectly organized and well-paced. The bus was of very good quality and had air conditioning, which really helps when it’s hot.
We went to maybe the most beautiful part of Tuscany. Our guide Marina was perfect, understandable, brief and comprehensive. Our guide Claudio made all the stops we wanted for photos! I suggest it.
Tour spots were selected excellent! Roads are a bit tricky but our driver was great.
Marina and Claudio were excellent! Loved the places they took us, fully recommended!
What an amazing day. Seeing all of these places. The wine tasting, the history. Claudia and marina were amazing I had a fab time. THANK YOU
Giordano guide excellent. It would be interesting more time in Val D'Orcia vs Monteriggione. Well organized tour.
• We appreciate you choosing our service for your journey to Italy. Your comments will help other travelers in planning their experience!
It was a great time. The guide was very knowledgeable and the driver was fantastic.
We appreciate you choosing our service for your journey to Italy. Your comments will help other travelers in planning their experience!
Marina and Alex were nice with smile and so patient. We had a great day.
We appreciate you choosing our service for your journey to Italy. Your comments will help other travelers in planning their experience!
