Private Orvieto Wine & Olive Oil Tour From Rome
A private Umbria day of wine, olive oil, and medieval Orvieto
Duration
11 Hrs
Includes
Rail tickets, tastings, lunch
Highlights
Leave Rome behind for a fully private day in Umbria. Explore Orvieto's medieval character, then sample regional wines and olive oils where they are produced.
- Explore Orvieto with a private guide
- Ride the funicular to the cliffside walled city
- Descend the staircase of St. Patrick's Well
- Taste three wines in a historic 13th-century cellar
- Sample several varieties of extra virgin olive oil
Itinerary
Board your train in Rome, departing from Termini Station to begin your day trip to Orvieto. Enjoy the lovely scenery as you cross over from the Lazio region into the Umbrian countryside.
Upon arrival, you'll meet your guide at the Orvieto station where you'll get a brief introduction of the day ahead. As you head to the funicular station, which leads uphill to the cliffside Medieval walled city of Orvieto, take in the stunning countryside below, before enjoying the 2 hour visit of this fascinating city. The visit will include the Duomo, a masterpiece of the Gothic era in Umbria, as well as awe-inspiring views of the city and surrounding hills from the Moro Tower, followed by a stroll through the tiny medieval passageways, churches and 18th century Nobile palaces and workshops.
No tour to Orvieto is complete without visiting the famous well of St. Patrick, also known as "The Perfect Well." Explore the intricate staircase leading down close to the source to take in this architectural masterpiece.
After touring the charming center of Orvieto, we'll arrange for a transfer to one the area's most historic family-run wineries where you'll enjoy a tour of the grounds and 13th-century cellar still used to age wine today, followed by a little relaxation while tasting 3 of the wines produced on the grounds and a light lunch consisting of local cured meats, cheeses, crusty breads with prized local extra virgin olive oil, and other seasonal dishes such as frittata made with fresh local eggs and garden vegetables.
After lunch we'll continue on to visit a historic olive oil mill where our hosts will walk us through the mill and explain the various techniques used for pressing olive oil over the centuries (surprise - not much has changed!) before arranging for a full tasting of several varieties of extra virgin olive oil.
After bidding a reluctant farewell to our hosts, your driver will accompany you back to the Orvieto train station for your return to Rome.
What's Included
- Round-trip rail tickets from Rome to Orvieto
- Private 2.5-hour Orvieto tour
- St. Patrick's Well visit
- Private van and driver for the winery and olive oil mill
- Vineyard tour, wine tastings, and light lunch
Important details
- Arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled train departure
- Rail tickets are provided 24 hours before departure
- Not accessible by wheelchair, scooter, or other mobility aid
- Tour departs rain or shine unless otherwise specified
- Food is prepared in a shared kitchen and cannot be guaranteed free of allergens; severe or life-threatening allergies are not recommended
- Full names are required for all participants, with ages required for children under 18
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations made up to 48 hours before the start time. No refunds for cancellations made less than 48 hours before the start time or for no-shows.
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FAQs
No. The route and transportation cannot accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility aids.
Meals are prepared in a shared kitchen, so dishes cannot be guaranteed free of allergens, including gluten, nuts, dairy, and soy. Severe or life-threatening food allergies are not suitable for this experience.
Rail service can be affected by strikes, delays, or other unforeseen events. If the schedule needs to change, you’ll receive instructions before your journey.
Meeting details
Termini Station, Via Giovanni Giolitti 40, Rome