Tuscany: Farm Vineyard Wine Tasting & Lunch with Pickup

Farmhouse lunch, Tuscan wines and vineyard stroll from Montecatini

You’ll get picked up right at your Montecatini hotel for a relaxed day trip into the Tuscan countryside: think vineyard walks, homemade pasta lunch, and generous pours of local wine. Taste grappa if you’re brave (it’s strong!), meet locals who actually live on the farm, and leave feeling like you’ve been let in on something special.

Step-by-step itinerary

Tuscan farm lunch and wine tasting

• Pick up from Montecatini Terme
• Drive to Tuscan countryside farm
• Guided visit of vineyards and olive groves
• Learn about wine and oil making
• Enjoy typical Tuscan lunch
• Taste local wines with explanations
• Return to accommodation

The experience

The first thing I noticed was the way our driver waved when he pulled up outside our hotel in Montecatini Terme: like he already knew us, which made me laugh a little. The drive out to the vineyard felt short, maybe because we kept pointing out olive trees and those cypress lines you see in postcards. When we arrived, the air was thick with that earthy smell (damp grass, a bit of wood smoke somewhere), and someone (I think her name was Marta?) greeted us with this easygoing “Ciao!” like it was just another Sunday.

We wandered through the vines and olive groves while our guide explained how their wine gets its flavor from this exact patch of land. I tried to repeat the name of one grape variety (Sangiovese?), and totally butchered it. Our group laughed, including Marta, who told me not to worry because even some Italians get mixed up. The sun kept slipping behind clouds but when it came out again everything looked gold for a minute. I still think about that light on the rows of vines.

Lunch was inside an old farmhouse kitchen, with long tables and mismatched chairs. We started with antipasto Toscano (salami and cheese that tasted sharper than what I’m used to), and then homemade pasta that was somehow both simple and perfect. The wine tasting came with stories about each bottle. I didn’t expect to care but ended up scribbling notes on my napkin so I’d remember which one paired best with cantuccini and vinsanto at dessert. Someone poured grappa at the end and my friend made a face after sipping it, honestly, same here.

Afterwards we just sat there for a while, not saying much, watching the fields through open windows. There’s something about eating where everything is grown that makes you feel kind of grounded, or maybe that’s just the wine talking. Either way, I’d do this day trip from Montecatini again without thinking twice.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your hotel in Montecatini Terme by car or minivan, a guided stroll through vineyards and olive groves at a working farm estate, a light Tuscan lunch with homemade pasta plus cantuccini dipped in vinsanto and grappa to finish: all paired naturally with local wines before heading back home relaxed.

Options for this experience

3 options

Lunch with a visit, TuesdayGuide in English, Spanish or Italian · 11:30Lunch with a short guided visit of the farm; pickup is included

Lunch with a visit, FridayUp to 8 people · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian · 11:30Lunch with a short guided visit of the farm; pickup is included

Lunch with a visit, ThursdayUp to 12 people · Guide in English, Spanish or Italian · 11:30Lunch with a short guided visit of the farm; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday, Thursday and FridayDeparts at 11:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Ranieri Tour operator

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (under 5): free.

Is pickup included from hotels in Montecatini?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in Montecatini Terme are included.

What food is served during the lunch?

The lunch includes antipasto Toscano (cold cuts), homemade pasta, cantuccini with vinsanto, and grappa. A second dish can be added for an extra fee.

How long does it take to reach the vineyard from Montecatini?

The drive from Montecatini Terme to the farm vineyard is short. Exact time depends on traffic but usually under 30 minutes.

Are vegetarian options available for lunch?

The main menu features cold cuts and pasta. Vegetarian options may be limited unless requested in advance.

Can service animals join the tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed on this tour.

What wines are tasted during the experience?

You’ll taste several locally produced Tuscan wines along with explanations about each variety during lunch.