Toll-Free Tuscany: Montepulciano, Pienza & Val d’Orcia Road-Trip Guide

By Noleggio Auto Furgone
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Tuscany looks its best when you leave the autostrada behind. Noleggio Auto Furgone offers a premium fleet of cars, vans and Vespas designed for exactly this kind of slow-travel escape across Siena, Montepulciano, Pienza and the Val d’Orcia . From June to July you can even save 15 % on every rental thanks to the current summer promotion . Use our three-day, toll-free loop as your roadmap, then hit Book Now to lock in the vehicle that fits your journey.
Day 1 – Montepulciano: Renaissance Ridges & Vino Nobile
Recommended vehicle: Alfa Romeo Junior Hybrid (automatic, 5 seats) perfect for narrow hill-town lanes and eco-friendly mileage .
Morning – Park at P5 outside the walls and walk Via di Gracciano to coffee bars and artisan shops.
Lunch – Sample handmade pici pasta in Piazza Grande with a glass of world-famous Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Italy’s first DOC wine (1966).
Afternoon – Tour the subterranean cellars of Cantina de’ Ricci before driving 9 km to the travertine Temple of San Biagio for sunset photos.
Upgrade for groups: Travelling with friends? Swap to the Renault Trafic 9-seater, diesel torque for Tuscan hills plus room for cases of wine you’ll inevitably buy .
Day 2 – Pienza: Pecorino & Perfect Geometry
Recommended ride: Vespa Primavera 125 cc, automatic, nimble and undeniably photogenic on the famous Monticchiello switchbacks .
Morning – Cruise SP146, stopping at the Monticchiello Cypress Curve before entering Pienza, the first “ideal Renaissance city,” planned by Pope Pius II in 1459 .
Mid-day – Build a picnic from cave-aged pecorino wheels and enjoy it on the panoramic walk outside the walls.
Spa detour – A 15-minute ride south drops you at the free, forest-sheltered pools of Bagni San Filippo.
Family option: Need child seats? Choose the Fiat Ducato 3-seater panel van, all that pecorino (or luggage) fits in its 3.1 m cargo bay .
Day 3 – Val d’Orcia: UNESCO Hills & Hot Springs
The entire valley has enjoyed UNESCO World Heritage protection since 2004 for its Renaissance-shaped landscapes . Expect wheat ridges, lone oaks and those iconic rows of cypresses.
Route highlights
- Gladiator Road viewpoint just south of Pienza.
- Medieval gardens of San Quirico d’Orcia.
- Bagno Vignoni, where a steaming Roman pool forms the town square—perfect foot-soak before lunch.
- Brunello tasting in Montalcino.
Return to Montepulciano via SR2 Cassia (no tolls) and capture golden hour at Podere Belvedere.
Practical Tips
Speed limits: 50 km/h in villages; 70–90 km/h on provincial roads. Hidden cameras common.
Fuel: Rural pumps close Sundays; self-service accepts chip and PIN.
ZTL: Historic centers are camera-controlled—park outside.
Booking: Choose vehicle, enter dates, confirm, instant booking reservation. Full transparency and no hidden fees .
Conclusion
Whether you choose the sporty Alfa Romeo Junior, the spacious Renault Trafic, the cargo-friendly Fiat Ducato or an iconic Vespa Primavera, our fleet turns this toll-free circuit into a stress-free adventure. Book now and grab the summer 15 % discount before it ends .