Begin your day with a visit to a family farm in Pienza, the land of cheese. Take in the incredible views of the city as you explore the farm, meeting the animals and watching the sheep being milked.

Learn about the cheese-making process and see where the pecorino is aged. Then, sit down for a tasting of the farm’s six main cheeses, accompanied by marmalade, honey, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, wine, and bread.

Next, head to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stroll through its charming streets, taking in the breathtaking views of Val d’Orcia.

Continue to a local family business with stunning views of Val d’Orcia. Learn about their philosophy of winemaking and olive oil production as you tour their property. Then, enjoy a tasting of four wines (1 white, 1 rosé, and 2 reds) while savoring a lunch of extra virgin olive oil, pici with meat sauce, and dessert.

After lunch, head to the center of Montepulciano for a hands-on gelato-making class. Learn how to make two different flavors of gelato in a laboratory setting.

On the way back, stop for a wine tasting of Nobile of Montepulciano, paired with cheese and salami.