3-Hour Montalcino and Sant'Antimo Abbey Tour with Brunello Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the medieval village of Montalcino, famous for its Brunello wine
• 02 Visit Sant'Antimo Abbey, a stunning example of Romanesque architecture
• 03 Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from the hilltop fortress
• 04 Discover the centuries-old Benedictine heritage of Sant'Antimo Abbey

Visit Montalcino and Sant'Antimo Abbey on a 3-hour tour through a magical corner of Tuscany, immersed in the vineyards of Brunello and set 564 metres above sea level. Explore the wonderful medieval village of Montalcino, enjoy stunning views over the Val d'Orcia landscape, and discover its historic streets and fortress. Continue to Sant'Antimo Abbey, a remarkable example of Romanesque art in Tuscany with very ancient origins and a centuries-old Benedictine tradition.

Discover the centuries-old history of this place, where the Benedictine monks still sing Gregorian chants today.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Siena, Montalcino, Val d'Orcia

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Montalcino Village and Sant'Antimo Abbey

• Visit the wonderful medieval village of Montalcino, located at the end of the Val d'Orcia, about 45 km from Siena.
• Visit the 14th-century fortress, built on the highest point of the village, a symbol of the defence of the Republic of Siena before its final fall.
• Walk through the most characteristic streets of the village.
• If you are an art lover, visit the Civic and Diocesan Museum of Sacred Art of Montalcino, inside the former convent of Sant'Agostino, dating back to the 15th century.
• After visiting Montalcino, head to Sant'Antimo Abbey, one of the most important Benedictine monastic complexes in Tuscany. The church has very ancient origins. According to legend, during the time of Charlemagne in the 9th century, the Carolingian Chapel was built.
• Discover the centuries-old history of this place, where the Benedictine monks still sing Gregorian chants today.
• Enjoy wine tasting in one of the many wineries in the area, on request.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• 3-hour private visit

• Authorized local guide

• Visit to the village of Montalcino and Sant'Antimo Abbey

What's Not Included

• Entrance to the Civic and Diocesan Museum of Sacred Art

• Wine tasting in one of the cellars of Montalcino

• Transfer not included

What to bring

• Personal face mask

Know before you go

• Participants will walk medium distances.
• Wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for varying weather conditions.
• Please dress appropriately to enter sacred places: cover your shoulders and do not wear shorts.
• In the case of wheelchairs or pushchairs, please let us know in advance so that we can organize the tour in the best possible way.
• Due to unexpected church closures or force majeure, we reserve the right to change the itinerary with prior notice.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Montalcino

Tour start

53024 Montalcino, Province of Siena, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.