Wine Safari in Val d'Orcia: between white roads and wines with Walkabout Tours

Imagine leaving conventional tourist routes to embark on a journey that awakens the senses and nourishes the soul. Lost in the white roads that wind through centuries-old vineyards, under wide and silent skies. This is the atmosphere that gives the Wine Safari in Val d'Orcia, a refined experience outside the usual itineraries, capable of combining the pleasure of taste with the wonder of the landscape.

Conceived by Walkabout Tours, a Florentine reality recognized for its ability to transform each tour into an authentic tale, the taste safari is an invitation to slow down, savor, and observe. You cross the noble territories of Brunello di Montalcino, among historic wineries, breathtaking views and atmospheres that taste of the most genuine Tuscany.

There are experiences that stick in the memory precisely because of their deep authenticity. And the Wine Safaris in Val d'Orcia proposed by Walkabout Tours is the perfect example. An exclusive adventure among the undulating landscapes of southern Tuscany, where neat rows of vines and stone villages blend into a visual mosaic of rare beauty.

You follow dirt paths through centuries-old vineyards and silvery olive groves, far from mass tourism. you enter the heart of the production of Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, two of Italy's most celebrated red wines. The day opens with a visit to prestigious wineries, where you learn about the aging process of Brunello and taste various labels of Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino, accompanied by pecorino cheeses and typical cured meats.

Lunch – an elegant Tuscan menu served with wine pairings – takes place at a farm specializing in pecorino cheese production near Pienza, amid the scents of the hills and the ancestral silences of the Val d'Orcia. The afternoon leads toward the Montepulciano region, where ancient wineries and new Vino Nobile tastings conclude the tour.

This tour is an emblematic example of Walkabout Tours' distinctiveness in offering out-of-the-ordinary experiences. It is a sensory ritual designed for those who want to explore the most genuine and rooted soul of Tuscany.

In the heart of Florence, in 2007, Walkabout Tours was born, the brainchild of Mauro Bramante. His dream? To share the real beauty, history and flavors of Italy with the world. Since then, this independent reality has transformed thousands of people into enthusiastic travelers, offering experiences that go beyond mere tourism.

From a simple local reality, Walkabout Tours is now a point of reference for those seeking deep, non-artificial experiences, lived like a local person. In addition, a philosophy of sustainable tourism is evident at the basis of each proposal: enhancement of local communities, promotion of crafts, respect for the environment, and attention to the well-being of visitors. The tours favor local suppliers, small producers, and environmentally friendly routes.

This is precisely why behind every itinerary signed Walkabout Tours is a close-knit team of local experts, passionate about their territory, profound connoisseurs of Tuscan culture and endowed with a genuinely welcoming spirit.

Here we are not talking about simple tours, but visions of an Italy that endures, made of passions, traditions and incredible landscapes. It is this authenticity, cared for down to the smallest detail, that has conquered and conquers travelers from every corner of the globe, bringing the soul of Tuscany and Italy directly into the hearts of those who visit.

There is no one way to experience Tuscany. There is, however, a way to feel part of the landscape, for example, by driving a vintage Fiat 500 or a roaring Vespa through cypress trees and golden hills.

With Walkabout Tours you can choose to take the wheel (or handlebars) of real pieces of history, carefully restored. The Fiat 500 tour, for example, takes you along country lanes, past quiet villages and historic villas, with scenic stops and a typical lunch of salumi and Chianti wine. It's a slow, vintage and memorable journey, perfect for those who love details that make a difference.

If, on the other hand, you dream of gliding through Tuscan curves on two wheels, the Tuscany Vespa Tour is your ideal adventure. After a hands-on introduction, you're off: narrow roads, olive groves, castles. The day culminates in a food stop with prosciutto, local cheeses and red wine served in a wonderful farmhouse.

But it doesn't end there. Among the most fascinating proposals, the Private Wine Safari in Chianti offers a day of taste and wonder: a 4x4 excursion through dirt roads and centuries-old vineyards, with visits to historic villas, guided tastings of nine wines, and a full Tuscan lunch in private and scenic settings. An itinerary that takes you into the heart of Chianti, accompanied by a passionate and knowledgeable local guide, amid aristocratic gardens, historical tales, and postcard views.

With Walkabout Tours, every experience is designed to offer a deep contact with tradition, whether on wheels, on foot or between the stoves. It is Tuscany that you really experience, without filters or forcing.