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What to do in and around Pienza in Val d'Orcia
Enjoy unforgettable experiences during your stay!
unforgettable experiences in val d'orcia
A vacation at Hotel San Gregorio is an opportunity to enjoy different experiences, in touch with the nature and history of the Val d'Orcia.
Our goal is to treat you to unforgettable emotions as you discover Pienza and Tuscany. We do this, day after day, thanks to carefully selected activities that we would like to offer you.
What to do on vacation in Val d'Orcia in Tuscany?
Search through our proposals and add a special moment to your stay.
Our goal is to treat you to unforgettable emotions as you discover Pienza and Tuscany. We do this, day after day, thanks to carefully selected activities that we would like to offer you.
What to do on vacation in Val d'Orcia in Tuscany?
Search through our proposals and add a special moment to your stay.
choose from:
Bike & Sports
Excursions
Food & Wine
Historical tours
Spa & Relaxation
Events
Plan your Val d'Orcia Experience now!
E-bike Tours
Visit the Val d'Orcia by riding your e-bike, at Hotel San Gregorio in Pienza you can rent it. Enjoy the beauties of this land by going in search of evocative wineries and stunning sunsets.
Easy, medium and hard level routes: with assisted pedaling you can put yourself to the test even in the most arduous routes that you would never be able to reach with a normal bike.
From the road of “The Gladiator”, through the Chapel of the Madonna of Vitaleta to the Lucciolabella Nature Reserve: there are plenty of routes to enjoy the world's most picturesque roads amidst magical colors and views.
Easy, medium and hard level routes: with assisted pedaling you can put yourself to the test even in the most arduous routes that you would never be able to reach with a normal bike.
From the road of “The Gladiator”, through the Chapel of the Madonna of Vitaleta to the Lucciolabella Nature Reserve: there are plenty of routes to enjoy the world's most picturesque roads amidst magical colors and views.
Bicycle Excursions
One of the best ways to discover the most enchanting corners of Val d'Orcia, a Unesco World Heritage Site, is surely to do so by bicycle. By following the most relevant parts of the Via Francigena and the well-known “Eroica”, you can fully enjoy the unspoiled nature, the rolling hills, the breathtaking views and the countless colors that this land has to offer.
Thanks to the collaboration with expert local guides, we organize bicycle excursions to discover the most renowned places, such as San Quirico d'Orcia, the beautiful Chapel of Vitaleta, the ancient thermal village of Bagno Vignoni, the wonderful Cipressini and the famous road of the “Gladiator”.
Thanks to the collaboration with expert local guides, we organize bicycle excursions to discover the most renowned places, such as San Quirico d'Orcia, the beautiful Chapel of Vitaleta, the ancient thermal village of Bagno Vignoni, the wonderful Cipressini and the famous road of the “Gladiator”.
Food and wine tours
Discover the authentic flavors of the Val d'Orcia with a tour dedicated to food and wine excellence. Starting from Pienza, known for its pecorino cheese, you can visit the artisan workshops where this cheese is produced, following the ancient traditions. Reach Monticchiello, an enchanting village where local trattorias will welcome you with typical dishes and wines: enjoy them in the shade of flowering pergolas.
From here, a trip to Montepulciano is a must: visit one of the historic underground wine cellars and let yourself be enthralled by the Nobile di Montepulciano, accompanied by some local products. Finally, head to Montalcino for a sunset toast with a glass of Brunello, amid vineyards fading away into the horizon.
From here, a trip to Montepulciano is a must: visit one of the historic underground wine cellars and let yourself be enthralled by the Nobile di Montepulciano, accompanied by some local products. Finally, head to Montalcino for a sunset toast with a glass of Brunello, amid vineyards fading away into the horizon.
Cultural itineraries
Starting from Pienza, follow the route of the Via Francigena along the “Gladiator” road, arriving at San Quirico d'Orcia and the beautiful Chapel of Vitaleta, one of the most renowned symbols of the valley.
Again, reach the ancient village of Bagno Vignoni until you get to the open-air thermal baths of Bagni San Filippo, to admire the spectacular limestone formation of the White Whale.
Visit small medieval villages, such as Monticchiello and Buonconvento, the Crete Senesi, Montalcino, the Abbeys of Sant'Antimo and Monte Oliveto Maggiore, and much more.
Again, reach the ancient village of Bagno Vignoni until you get to the open-air thermal baths of Bagni San Filippo, to admire the spectacular limestone formation of the White Whale.
Visit small medieval villages, such as Monticchiello and Buonconvento, the Crete Senesi, Montalcino, the Abbeys of Sant'Antimo and Monte Oliveto Maggiore, and much more.
Thermal Baths & Relaxation
Regenerate your body and mind with a wellness day at the renowned thermal locations of the Val d'Orcia. Start your journey in Bagno Vignoni, where the warm spring water, renowned for its healing properties, has been since Etruscan times. Choose between a relaxing treatment at the local spas or just dive into history as you stroll along the ancient pools.
Continue to Bagni San Filippo, an enchanting place nestled in the woods, famous for the impressive limestone formation known as the “White Whale”. Here you can relax in the natural pools surrounded by nature, enjoying a unique panorama.
Continue to Bagni San Filippo, an enchanting place nestled in the woods, famous for the impressive limestone formation known as the “White Whale”. Here you can relax in the natural pools surrounded by nature, enjoying a unique panorama.
Events
Val d'Orcia is rich in traditions and events that celebrate its cultural heritage.
In San Quirico d'Orcia, don't miss the Festa del Barbarossa, a historical re-enactment that brings the medieval splendors back to life with costumes, tournaments and music. Moving on to Montepulciano, take part in the Bravìo delle Botti, an exciting competition in which the contrade compete by rolling barrels of wine down the village's streets.
For wine lovers, autumn is the perfect time to visit Montalcino and take part in Benvenuto Brunello, an event dedicated to the tasting of this Tuscan excellence.
In San Quirico d'Orcia, don't miss the Festa del Barbarossa, a historical re-enactment that brings the medieval splendors back to life with costumes, tournaments and music. Moving on to Montepulciano, take part in the Bravìo delle Botti, an exciting competition in which the contrade compete by rolling barrels of wine down the village's streets.
For wine lovers, autumn is the perfect time to visit Montalcino and take part in Benvenuto Brunello, an event dedicated to the tasting of this Tuscan excellence.
Val d'Orcia dreaming
On the footsteps of "The Gladiator"
From Pienza to Monticchiello
Discovering the village
Activities on the commercial farm
Back to nature
Excursion on horseback
On horseback to explore the Val d'Orcia