Tuscany Day Trip from Rome with Wine Tasting & Traditional Lunch
Description
This is more than just a day trip to Tuscany — it’s a carefully curated experience designed to show you the region through its most authentic flavors, landscapes, and hidden gems. From scenic stops in the rolling Tuscan countryside to hand-picked wine tastings guided by local experts, every moment of the journey is designed to feel personal, immersive, and unforgettable. You won’t just visit Tuscany — you’ll experience it like a local. Unlike standard group tours, this experience combines iconic viewpoints, authentic food and wine culture, and unique stops such as panoramic benches, charming estates, and carefully selected wineries that showcase the true diversity of Tuscan wines. With a perfect balance of guided discovery and free time, travelers can relax, explore, take photos, and truly connect with the beauty of Tuscany at their own pace. This is the kind of day people remember long after they return to Rome.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Travelers will enjoy convenient pickup directly from their hotel in Rome. Please wait in the lobby 10–15 minutes before the scheduled time. Your driver or guide will greet you and escort you to a comfortable vehicle to begin your Tuscany day trip. Exact pickup details will be confirmed prior to departure.
Set in the scenic Tuscan countryside, Tenuta Il Quinto is surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. Travelers will visit this traditional estate and learn about local winemaking in a relaxed and authentic setting. The experience includes a wine tasting featuring a selection of regional wines, accompanied by light snacks. Guests will have time to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, take photos, and soak in the beautiful views of the Tuscan landscape.
This stop is typically planned at Podere L’Aione, a charming countryside restaurant in Tuscany where travelers can enjoy a traditional local lunch in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. In rare cases, the restaurant may be changed to a similar high-quality local venue due to availability or operational reasons. Any alternative location will offer an equivalent authentic Tuscan dining experience. Travelers will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, regional dishes prepared with local ingredients, and time to unwind during the day in Tuscany.
At Enoteca Scansanesa, travelers will enjoy a guided wine tasting experience featuring a wide selection of Tuscan wines. A knowledgeable guide will introduce the key differences between local wine varieties, helping guests understand the unique characteristics of each style and region. This stop is designed as a discovery experience, allowing travelers to explore and compare different wines to find those that best match their personal taste. The relaxed setting offers the opportunity to learn, taste, and enjoy some of the best wines Tuscany has to offer.
Big Bench #300 is part of the famous Big Bench Community Project, located in the scenic Tuscan countryside. This oversized public bench offers travelers a unique and playful perspective of the surrounding landscape, with sweeping views over vineyards, hills, and rural scenery. During the stop, travelers will have time to take photos, relax, and enjoy the panoramic views from this elevated spot. The bench is designed to encourage visitors to slow down and appreciate the beauty of the Tuscan countryside from a different perspective. A small surprise will also be waiting for guests during this stop to make the experience even more memorable.
At the end of the experience, travelers will depart from Tuscany and return comfortably to Rome by air-conditioned vehicle. The journey offers a relaxing opportunity to unwind after a full day of sightseeing, wine tasting, and exploring the Tuscan countryside. Drop-off will be at or near the original departure point, depending on traffic conditions and logistics.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will contact all travelers one day before the tour to provide the exact pickup details and timing. Please ensure that your contact information is correct and accessible, as we will share all necessary instructions at that time. Pickup information may vary depending on the hotel location and logistics, and will be confirmed individually prior to departure.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(80)
Awesome time! We went to the Tenuta il Quinto winery and had the absolute best time of our trip! Wine was first class, and it was just the four of us at our own personal wine tasting. Then, we had our very own chef cook us a 5 course meal for lunch. Manfreddi and Daniel were great hosts. We could have gone back to our hotel happy after that. By the way, our driver Nikita, picked us up at the hotel! After the wine tour, we went to a 600 year old wine cellar and tried some more wine. Then, Nikita took us to a secluded spot in Tuscany to top us off with some Sparking wine and Lemicello shots! Sign up for this tour today. You will NOT regret it.
Alex, our tour guide was absolutely the greatest. Very professional and informative and so much fun. He went above and beyond to find sweet wines for us in Tuscany. Highly recommend him.
We loved this wine tour! Not only is the wine delicious but the view at the vineyard was breathtaking and the winery is gorgeous. Alex, our tour guide, was very communicative and professional answering all of my questions even before booking the tour. My boyfriend has celiacs disease and Alex went above and beyond to accommodate his dietary needs. We didn’t have any issues. Daniele and Manfreddy at the winery were excellent at their jobs. Everyone was positive, warm and friendly as well as knowledgeable about wine. Having door to door service on a short trip to Italy also made it a no brainer to book. We really enjoyed this tour and would recommend it to anyone going to Italy!
This was the most amazing day ever. Lots of wine tastings with good friends and sone great conversations during the ride to and from our destination! Tour guide Aleksander was very knowledgeable and courtous. He entertained us the whole day. AWESOME tour!!!
This was an amazing experience with exceptional customer service! A remarkable and memorable time that was filled with fun and laughter through the kindness and generosity of Aleksander. I would highly recommend this tour, it’s worth it and you will not be disappointed!
This was the absolute best tour we could ever have taken. From the scheduling of the booking to the pickup and transportation to the winery and the conversation along the way we could not have had a better experience. Alecsander was professional and knowledgeable and had such a positive attitude. He truly made our experience amazing. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see the Tuscan countryside and experience the beautiful winemaking process this is for you. Loved!!
Alex chose the perfect winery stops! He is very knowledgeable of the area and wines. The first winery Tenuta il Quinto was a very personal tour and tasting experience. Our wine hosts were very interactive. We had a wonderful lunch at a nearby restaurant . We then went to a wine shop, Eneoteca Scansanese for wine tasting. They asked many questions about our personal wines and taliored the tasting around us. Alex then has a special surprise for us…. A giant bench overlooking the Tuscan scenery!!! Breathtaking views and then a a bigger surprise he demonstrated how to open up a sparkling wine with a saber…clean perfect cut in one swift move! Plus 2 more special treats. Alex was so professional and knowledgeable plus a great conversationalist. I highly recommend this tour and would give more than five stars if it let me.
This excursion to Tuscany from Rome was by far our favorite thing we did for our anniversary trip. From start to finish, this trip is worth the money. The trip allows for up to 8 people in the van and it ended up being just my husband and I, which was amazing because we took the tour on our anniversary day. So, we had a private wine tasting just for us. The first winery’s stop is AMAZING! Beautiful vineyard, amazing wine making facility and the wine is amazing. I came into this tour thinking that I only like white wines. I left loving red wine from this vineyard and actually shipped an entire case of red wine home for us to enjoy later. The owners of this vineyard put time and thought into building this vineyard and about hosting wine tastings and future events. It’s something special and I hope it keeps its charm as more people learn of this vineyard. The lunch in the small town was very good and the second winery’s stop tasting is in a very nice shoppe around the corner from the lunch spot. The shoppe has an amazing collection of rare wines and the shoppe owner knows his wines. He had an amazing ability to select wines for you to taste based on your feedback after only tasting 1 or 2 wines. If you are a wine connoisseur or just a casual wine drinker (like us), this tour is a must. Alex is a great host and is very thoughtful and attentive to your needs. The only downside to the tour was not having enough down/quiet time in the van. After enjoying wine, you are mellow and just want to unwind and enjoy your warm feelings in silence or have a casual talk with your person about the experience.
Alex our guide gave us an amazing, unique Tuscany Winery tour experience. The small group tour was absolutely perfect. Amazing food and wine.
This was the highlight of our trip to Italy! We wanted to get out of Rome for a day and this was the best tour! We thought we were going to be with up to 6 other people and we ended up having a private tour to Tuscany! Alex was a fantastic tour guide making the trip fun, informative, and personal. The private tour of the winery was incredible, lunch was delicious, and Alex had a special surprise at the end which felt like a once in a lifetime experience. It was a very special day and worth every penny! Highly recommend this Tuscany day trip if you’re looking for something special to do!
