Where to Go: the 8 Best Farm Tours in Montepulciano

1.Visit to the Cinta Senese farm in Montepulciano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54Our pick

Join Roberto at Fattoria Madonna della Querce near Montepulciano for a 90-minute walk through vineyards, olive trees, gardens, and a Cinta Senese pig farm. Finish with a farm lunch or dinner of cured pork, Pienza pecorino, Tuscan dishes, homemade wine, and cantucci.

“Wonderful visit to the farm, with a short tour and an amazing food and wine tasting. Everything was delicious and the staff couldn’t have been nicer. Definitely worth taking this tour. My family enjoyed it very much.”

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2.Paciano: Organic Cooking Class at a Farm with Lunch & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 19 reviews · from $124

At Fontanaro Organic Olive Estate near Paciano, an English-speaking Italian host guides you through pasta sauces and tiramisu using organic, seasonal ingredients. You will tour the olive farm, taste wine and oil, cook in a small group of up to 10, then share lunch with your hosts. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available on request.

“They were extremely welcoming and knowledgeable about what they were doing. They had a lot of animals and we felt very at home. Lots of good food too!! We did not have a ton of cooking experience and they made it really easy to follow along in a fast environment”

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3.Discover Montepulciano: Cinta Senese Pigs, Lunch & wine in a Farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about two hours at Roberto’s farmhouse near Montepulciano, meeting Cinta Senese pigs, walking among vineyards and olive trees, and sharing a generous Tuscan lunch with local wine. The small group is limited to 10 people. Bring extra time to find the farm, since signs and directions can be limited.

“Amazing experience touring a private working farm in Tuscany. The grounds were beautiful, lunch was delicious, and the wine was tasty. Highly recommended”

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4.Italian Cooking Class at a Tuscan Farm

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9 reviews · from $164

Spend three hours cooking with local housewives at a Tuscan farmhouse in the Valdichiana Senese. You will prepare tomato bruschetta, handmade pici pasta, sauce, and dessert, then eat the meal with local wine. The group is limited to 10, and the farmhouse address is sent after booking.

“Straight into it- was practical and a good introduction to basic Italian cooking. Like the no nonsense approach with hands on guidance -and we enjoyed the meal we prepared. Other attendees were in the same situation and were friendly and nice. Overall enjoyed it!”

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5.Cooking class at the farm in Tuscany

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $174

At a farm near Montepulciano, you’ll prepare a Tuscan starter, handmade pasta with sauce, and a typical dessert using seasonal ingredients. Laura and the Valdichiana Living team guide the class in English, then serve your meal with local wine. Allow about three hours, and arrange transport if you do not want to drive.

“The cooking class took place in a magical location with amazing views! We truly enjoyed the cooking, especially with easy communication with the hosts! We were worried about driving home after sunset but it wasn’t difficult.”

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6.Horseback riding in Montepulciano Tuscany, lunch on the farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $283

Ride from Fattoria Madonna della Querce through Montepulciano’s vineyards and olive groves with a professional English-speaking guide. The 4.5-hour experience suits beginners and experienced riders, includes a visit with Cinta Senese pigs, and ends with a farm lunch featuring cured meats, pecorino, bruschetta, and Tuscan dishes.

“This family farm experience did not disappoint. It was a welcome change to see the absolute beauty of this country and get away from the busy tourist areas for a day. I would highly recommend the experience to anyone wanting to experience the most breathtaking views of the Italian countryside and experience true Italian hospitality on a grand scale.”

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7.Cinta Senese tour with tasting dinner on the farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $76

At Fattoria Madonna della Querce near Montepulciano, Roberto and his father-in-law lead you through vineyards, olive groves, the semi-wild Cinta Senese pig farm, and a small cellar. The visit ends with a generous Tuscan dinner of farm-produced pork, Pienza pecorino, pasta, dessert, and wine. Groups are limited to 12.

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8.Farm Tour: the Cinta Senese Tuscan pig

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $91

At 11:00 am, visit a Cinta Senese breeding farm near Montepulciano with only your own group. Walk among vineyards and olive trees, meet the black-and-pink pigs, learn how the breed is raised, and taste farm products at a light lunch. Transportation is available on request.

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