Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 76 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence worth booking?
Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence is a 11-hour experience in Florence, Italy, from $44 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 76 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (76)
- Duration
- 11 hours
- From
- $44 per person
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.
What you get
About this experience
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.
What's included
Included
- Transportation by bus with air-conditioned
- Wi-Fi on board the bus
- Expert multilingual escort (not for Transfer Only)
- Access to the medieval walls in Monteriggioni (not for Transfer Only)
- Tasting of 1 Brunello di Montalcino + 1 Rosso di Montalcino + cold cuts and cheeses (if selected)
- Entrance ticket to the Templar Museum (not for Transfer Only)
- Tasting in Monteriggioni of 3 local wines with olive oil and typical products(not for Transfer Only)
Not included
- Meals
- Pick up service at the hotel
- anything that is not specifically present in the "Included Services" list
What you'll see and do
Tour leaves from Florence city centre in the early morning , to reach Pienza, Montalcino and Monteriggioni
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Pienza
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.
90 minutes here
Duomo
Built on the ancient church of Santa Maria, it designed to be placed scientifically in the main square of the village
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Piazza Pio II
Visit the heart of this village around that was developped the ancient Walls
Pass by without stopping
Palazzo Piccolomini
Situated next to the Cathedral, it is composed by 3 Floors, created in Pietraviva, a typical Tuscan stone used for buildings.
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Montalcino
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
120 minutes here
Fortezza di Montalcino
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.
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Palazzo dei Priori
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.
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Monteriggioni
Monteriggioni, the small fortified village with walls dating back to 1200 AD which you can travel for an unprecedented immersive experience
75 minutes here
Visit Templar Knights Museum, the perfetc way to totally immerse yourself in the Medieval world with authentich historical armours.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Come back in the evening at the same point in the city center
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Florence
Meeting point: 20 minutes before the start of the tour at our Sightseeing Experience Visitor Center located inside the Santa Maria Novella train station in the ticket hall
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meeting point: 20 minutes before the start of the tour at our Sightseeing Experience Visitor Center located inside the Santa Maria Novella train station in the ticket hall
Options you can book
Transfer Only in Portuguese
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board.
Transfer Only in Spanish
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board.
TransferOnlyEnglishEarlyBird
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board. Recommended for bookings well in advance.
Classic+WineTasting Portuguese
Tour+WineTasting in Portuguese: This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum Wine Tasting: Wine tasting of Brunello di Montalcino and one Rosso di Montalcino paired with local snacks
TransferOnlyPortuguesEarlyBird
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board. Recommended for bookings well in advance.
Classic Option in Spanish
Classic Option in Spanish : This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum
Classic Option in English
Classic Option in English: This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum
Classic + Wine Tasting English
Tour + Wine Tasting in English: This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum Wine Tasting: Wine tasting of Brunello di Montalcino and one Rosso di Montalcino paired with local snacks
TransferOnlySpanishEarlyBird
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board. Recommended for bookings well in advance.
Classic Option in Portuguese
Classic Option in Portuguese: This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum
Classic + Wine Tasting Spanish
Tour + Wine Tasting in Spanish: This option includes bus, host and Entrance at Templars Museum Wine Tasting: Wine tasting of Brunello di Montalcino and one Rosso di Montalcino paired with local snacks
Transfer Only in English
Transfer Only: This option includes only bus and assistance on board.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sightseeing Experience
Know before you go
- 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.
- From November 2, 2026, to March 21, 2027 Availability: Sundays Languages: Min. 2 people for English and Spanish / Min. 4 people for Portuguese
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 76 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
76 verified traveler reviews for Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Chill, well-paced day trip to Toscana
Lovely trip with a very pleasant pace. Enough time in each city to explore and enjoy on your own. Wine tasting in Montalcino is a very lovely touch, set in the walls of a medieval fortress. Our guide - Lorenzo - was super chill, gave interesting facts about each city and important logistical details without being overbearing, he even provided some nice recommendations for places to visit that are outside of a basic tourist itinerary. Great experience overall!
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your review will be valuable for future travelers!
via Viator
Would’ve been better with a different tour guide perhaps
We had to walk 5-10 minutes from the meetup point to the bus which is just useful to know. This would’ve been a lot better of an experience had it not been for the heat so take this review with a grain of salt when it comes to that. Our bus overheated halfway through the trip and it was hard to breathe which did hinder the experience significantly as we didn’t get relief from the heat between stops and had to continue walking up hills. Our tour guide’s name started with a V and she gave a lot of information on the tour, but it got to a point when she wouldn’t stop talking the entire bus ride as there were translations between English and Spanish. There were some points that the group wanted to nap between locations or just have a few quiet moments. At different stops, our tour guide did not give us adequate directions to different spots and we were all left feeling confused about where to go during free time. Additionally at our last stop during a wine tasting, the employee doing the wine tasting spoke in Italian to our tour guide asking if any of us spoke Italian. Our tour guide said she didn’t think so, but she didn’t know that I understand and speak Italian. The employee of the wine tasting proceeded to talk poorly about another person in our group and our tour guide engaged in that conversation which I relayed to our group and they were not happy. It was really disappointing to hear this and showed lack of professionalism from the tour guide. This incident alone significantly shaped my perspective of this experience. Overall, the views and experience of the small towns was enjoyable! We loved the scenery and the countryside.
Response from the operator: We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear about your experience. We strive to meet high-quality standards that our customers value. Please feel free to reach out to us directly to discuss your concerns further.
via Tripadvisor
Great relaxing tour
Relaxing tour with plenty of time to explore each town. Nice to see some hard to reach places without having to rent a car
Response from the operator: Thank you for choosing our service for your trip to Italy. Your review will be valuable for future travelers!
via Viator
Incredible day
"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.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Tour spots were selected excellent! Roads are a bit tricky but our driver was great.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 11 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu, Sun
- Price range
- $44 to $98
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Sightseeing Experience, who run 48 experiences we rank across 9 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.1.
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Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Florence.
How much does Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence cost?
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Prices start at $44 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Florence usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence take?
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Plan for about 11 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Florence is not rushed.
Is Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 76 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Florence, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 11-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Around 27 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Florence can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Florence and add a light layer if any part of the 11-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Florence within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Florence?
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On Outty we rank every Florence experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici -by a storyteller, Small group Tuscan Wineries, Olive Oil & Gourmet Lunch or Dinner, Florence Pizza or Pasta Class with Gelato Making at a Tuscan Farm. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Florence?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Florence?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Included: Transportation by bus with air-conditioned; Wi-Fi on board the bus; Expert multilingual escort (not for Transfer Only); Access to the medieval walls in Monteriggioni (not for Transfer Only); and Tasting of 1 Brunello di Montalcino + 1 Rosso di Montalcino + cold cuts and cheeses (if se. Not included: Meals; Pick up service at the hotel; and anything that is not specifically present in the "Included Services" list. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Meeting point: 20 minutes before the start of the tour at our Sightseeing Experience Visitor Center located inside the Santa Maria Novella train station in the ticket hall Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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Across 76 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Medieval Tour in Monteriggioni and Val d'Orcia from Florence?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including Transfer Only in Portuguese, Transfer Only in Spanish, TransferOnlyEnglishEarlyBird, Classic+WineTasting Portuguese. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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