My husband and I will be staying in Florence for over a week, and were hoping to visit some Tuscan hill towns by public transportation. Has anyone done this and what advice can you give? We are thinking of going to Montepulciano and Pienza. Is that doable as a day trip from Florence by public bus? (We do not want to be driving a car). We know we can do San Giminiano easily and Siena. But the more southern locations - anyone know of a good guide with a car or van who doesn't charge exorbitant fees?
Thank you for any answers!