Tour Details

Duration: Approximately 5 hours
Meeting Point: Central Orvieto (exact location provided upon booking)
Availability: Daily (subject to availability)
Tour Type: Walking tour at a moderate pace, comfortable shoes recommended
Includes:

• Guided tastings of local Orvieto DOC and artisanal goat cheeses at select locations

• Visits to family-run vineyards and cheese producers

• Insights into Orvieto’s winemaking history, from Etruscan times to modern-day production

What to Expect

The tour begins in the heart of Orvieto, where Tano, your expert guide, will lead you on an exploration of the town’s wine and cheese culture. Along the way, you will:

• Taste Orvieto’s most famous wines – Sample a variety of locally produced wines, including the signature Orvieto Classico DOC, a crisp and aromatic white wine, as well as other regional reds and dessert wines.

• Savor artisanal cheeses – Experience the flavors of handcrafted goat cheese, from ricotta to caciotta, bloomed rind and aged forms, as well as organic yogurt, paired with complementary wines.

• Learn about wine and cheese pairing – Discover the nuances of how different cheese textures and flavors interact with Orvieto’s wines for the perfect tasting experience.

Travel Information

Getting to Orvieto:

• From Rome: Direct trains from Roma Termini take approximately one hour. A funicular from the Orvieto train station connects to the historic center.

• From Florence: A direct train journey takes about two hours.

• Driving: Orvieto is accessible by car from both Rome (approximately 1.5 hours) and Florence (approximately 2 hours). Parking is available at the base of the town with escalator and elevator access to the center.

Transportation Options: Private transfers from Rome or Florence can be arranged upon request for an additional cost.

Additional Options

For those looking to deepen their experience, a private cooking class can be added after the tour. Step into an authentic Umbrian kitchen and learn how to create traditional dishes that complement the wines and cheeses of the region.