Food Tour Montepulciano: Truffle, Wine & Gelato Tasting

Taste truffle, pecorino and wine on foot through Montepulciano's old streets

A guided food and wine tour through Montepulciano led by a local expert, stopping at artisan boutiques to taste truffle, aged pecorino, freshly baked focaccia, cured meats, extra virgin olive oil and gelato, each paired with Montepulciano wine or regional craft beer. The two to three hour walk covers the historic center and its hidden food traditions.

Step-by-step itinerary

Gourmet food and wine tour in Montepulciano

• Meet expert guide at Piazza Grande
• Walk through historic center streets
• Taste local focaccia and pecorino cheese
• Sample artisanal salumi and truffle
• Enjoy extra virgin olive oil and gelato
• Pair foods with Montepulciano wines and craft beers

The experience

You meet your guide in Piazza Grande and move through the town's narrow streets on foot, stopping at local artisan shops where the tastings happen. The route is built around the food itself: each stop introduces a different Tuscan flavor. Truffle first, then aged pecorino, then the focaccia still warm from the oven, cured meats, olive oil, and finally gelato. Wine and beer from the region pair with each one, so you're tasting how locals eat here, not just sampling in isolation.

The guide is a local who knows which shops matter and why. They speak English or Italian depending on your group. Dietary needs (allergies, intolerances, specific diets) are handled with advance notice, so you can book without worry if something doesn't work for you. Children from age 10 are welcome, and the pace is set by the food stops, not by speed.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• English or Italian-speaking local guide.
• access to artisan boutiques throughout the historic center.
• tastings of truffle, pecorino, focaccia, cured meats, olive oil and gelato.
• wine and beer pairings from the region.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday and FridayDeparts at 10:00

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (10 to 17 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 15 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by L'Arco Experiences

Is this one for you?The tour moves at a tasting pace through the old town on foot, so comfortable walking shoes and two to three hours are what you need. If you prefer to sit in one place or move quickly through many stops, a different format might suit you better.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What exactly do I taste on this food tour?

Truffle, aged pecorino cheese, freshly baked focaccia, artisanal cured meats, extra virgin olive oil, and homemade gelato. Each tasting is paired with either Montepulciano wine or a craft beer from the region.

How much walking is involved?

You walk through Montepulciano's historic center streets between artisan boutiques over the course of two to three hours, but the pace is set by the tastings, not by distance. The route covers the old town center.

Can I request dietary accommodations?

Yes. Allergies, intolerances, and specific diets are accommodated with advance notice when you book, so let the operator know what you need.