Overview – Golf and wine Tuscany escape

This golf and wine Tuscany escape is designed for travellers who love the game as much as they love great wine and food. Your elegant home base is Palazzo San Donato, a noble residence in Montepulciano that perfectly reflects Tuscan charm and history. From here, you combine rounds of golf on outstanding Tuscan courses with wine experiences, gourmet dining and time in the countryside.

Over four days you will check in at Palazzo San Donato, enjoy a Montepulciano wine masterclass and dinner at La Bottega del Nobile, play an 18-hole round at a renowned Golf Club, dine at Osteria Porta di Bacco, travel to Montalcino for a premium Golf & Wine Experience on a private course, take part in a private cooking class at the palazzo and end your stay with a guided visit to the gardens of Parco di Villa Trecci overlooking the Val d’Orcia. This golf and wine Tuscany escape is ideal for couples or small groups of golfers and wine lovers looking for a refined yet relaxed long weekend.

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Highlights of your golf and wine Tuscany escape

• Stay at the noble Palazzo San Donato in Montepulciano

• Montepulciano Wine Masterclass at Enoteca Bottega del Nobile (6 local labels)

• Dinner at La Bottega del Nobile with a refined three-course menu

• Full day of golf at a celebrated 18-hole Tuscan Golf Club (golf cart included)

• Dinner at Porta di Bacco with seasonal Tuscan dishes

• Premium Golf & Wine Experience in Montalcino (9 holes + wine tasting and light lunch)

• Private cooking class at Palazzo San Donato with a local chef

• Guided visit to Parco di Villa Trecci with views over the Val d’Orcia

• Perfect blend of sport, wine, gastronomy and Tuscan landscapes

Itinerary – Golf and wine Tuscany escape

Day 1 – Welcome to Montepulciano

Arrive in Montepulciano and check in at the magnificent Palazzo San Donato, a noble residence that embodies the essence of Tuscan elegance. Take some time to settle in and enjoy the atmosphere of the historic palazzo and the hilltop town.

In the early evening, join a curated Montepulciano Wine Masterclass at Enoteca Bottega del Nobile. You will taste six local labels and learn about the region’s winemaking heritage, styles and terroir.

Dinner follows at La Bottega del Nobile, a charming restaurant renowned for authentic Tuscan flavours. Enjoy a refined three-course meal with appetiser, first and main course (wine excluded), in a warm and inviting setting.

Day 2 – Golf and gourmet dining

Your second day of this golf and wine Tuscany escape begins with a scenic transfer to a Golf Club considered one of Italy’s most celebrated 18-hole courses. With its rolling hills and dramatic fairways, it offers an unforgettable game for golfers who appreciate both challenge and beauty. A golf cart is included for your comfort.

Lunch can be enjoyed directly at the Golf Club, with time to relax and take in the views.

In the evening, return to Montepulciano for dinner at Porta di Bacco, where you will savour seasonal dishes and excellent local produce. Your meal includes appetiser, first or main course and dessert (drinks according to your arrangement), rounding off a day of sport and taste.

Day 3 – Golf & Wine Excellence in Montalcino

On Day 3 you travel to Montalcino for a premium Golf & Wine Experience in an iconic Tuscan estate. Start with 9 holes on its private golf course, enjoying quiet fairways framed by vineyards and countryside.

After your round, you will be hosted for a sophisticated wine tasting paired with a light lunch, exploring the estate’s wines and local products.

In the evening, return to Palazzo San Donato for a private cooking class led by a local chef. Discover recipes, ingredients and culinary secrets sourced from surrounding farms and producers, then enjoy the dishes you have prepared. It is an immersive and delicious way to end the active part of your golf and wine Tuscany escape.

Day 4 – Gardens & goodbye

After breakfast, check out from Palazzo San Donato and conclude your journey with a guided visit to the enchanting Parco di Villa Trecci, an oasis of art, design and Mediterranean landscapes overlooking the Val d’Orcia.

Stroll through its paths, take in the views and reflect on your days of golf, wine and Tuscan lifestyle before continuing your travels.

What’s included

(Adjust to your exact operations.)

• Accommodation at Palazzo San Donato (number of nights according to package)

• Montepulciano Wine Masterclass at Enoteca Bottega del Nobile (6 wines)

• Dinner at La Bottega del Nobile (three-course menu, drinks as per agreement)

• 1 day of golf at an 18-hole Tuscan Golf Club (green fee + golf cart)

• Dinner at Porta di Bacco (menu as per programme)

• Golf & Wine Experience in Montalcino (9 holes, wine tasting and light lunch)

• Private cooking class at Palazzo San Donato with local chef

• Guided visit to Parco di Villa Trecci

• Local assistance and coordination from our DMC team

Not included

• Transport to/from Tuscany and Montepulciano (unless added)

• Additional drinks and extras not mentioned as included

• Rental clubs and personal golf equipment, if needed

• Travel insurance (recommended)

• City tax and personal expenses

• Anything not specifically listed under “What’s included”

Practical information

• Duration: 3 nights / 4 days

• Location: Montepulciano and Montalcino area, Tuscany

• Style: Golf & wine, gourmet, slow luxury

• Level: Suitable for golfers with basic experience (handicap details on request)

• Ideal for: Couples, friends, small groups of golf and wine lovers

• Season: Best from spring to autumn (exact dates on request)

• Customisation: Extra rounds of golf, spa time, additional tastings, private transfers and extensions in other Italian regions (e.g. Sicily or Lake Como) can be added on request