Best Florence Culinary Tours

• Enjoy round-trip transfers by GT coach or minivan from Florence to the Tuscan countryside and explore its breathtaking landscapes.
• With the expertise of a multilingual guide, get a taste of the authentic Tuscan experience on a full-day tour.
• Visit the enthralling city of Siena where you’ll visit the Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio di Siena horse race.
• Upgrade to relish a delicious lunch of Tuscan cuisine, and an authentic local wine-tasting tour. Visit the medieval town of San Gimignano and explore to your heart’s desire.
• Go to Pisa and its stunning Piazza dei Miracoli. Admire the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower.

Inclusions

• Full-day tour of Tuscany, Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa
• Expert English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or French-speaking guide
• Round-trip transfers from Florence by GT coach
• Typical Tuscan lunch with drinks (optional)
• Wine tasting (optional)

Exclusions

• Entry to Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Entry to Siena Cathedral

• Please note that the order of the itinerary may change.
• Customers must be able to climb and descend stairs. Please note that a moderate amount of walking is involved and this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
• For lunch, a vegetarian menu is available on request. Dietary requirements should be specified at the time of booking.
• Note: Seine refers to the town and not the Cathedral.
• Reach at the meeting point 15 minutes early to avoid cancellation due to delays. In such cases, refunds will not be granted.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

The classic experience – two vineyard visits garnished by wine and fresh local munchies!

• Board a comfortable AC bus from Florence for your wine-tasting trip to Chianti, the enchanting namesake of its famous Italian red.
• Sample delicious wines at two Chianti Classico vineyards, and taste other signature products with some silky olive oil!
• Learn how the production process works as you tour the historic cellars and fields in your chosen language, from a variety of options.
• Soak in the Tuscan countryside dotted with farms and olive groves on this classic vinery experience.

Inclusions

• Half-day trip around Chianti
• Expert local guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, or Chinese
• Pick up from Florence
• Round-trip AC bus transfer
• 2 vineyard visits and wine tastings with snacks

• Tip: You have the chance to buy authentic Tuscan products right at the source! Carry a little extra cash if you'd like to take home a treat.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• Safety is a priority so the wine tasting experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
• Guests under the age of 18 years can join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Exclusive, in-depth, unforgettable! Get personalized attention, sommelier-selected tastings, and a mouthwatering lunch.

• Put your feet up in a spacious luxury vehicle from Florence to Chianti, learning all about the intriguing 'land of the black rooster'!
• A tour with samples at an olive oil mill and three wineries, from grove to cellar, gives you a taste of Italy's precious gastronomy.
• After discovering the diverse estates around the village, settle in for a quintessential Tuscan spread to go with your buzz!

Inclusions

• Small-group day trip around Chianti
• Pick up from Florence
• Round-trip Mercedes minibus or minivan transfers
• Guided tour of 1 olive oil mill & 3 wineries with tastings
• Typical Tuscan lunch
• Guided tour of a Tuscan village

• Tip: If you're a foodie, ask for pairing recommendations! Mill staff can often suggest specific dishes or recipes that highlight the best qualities of their olive oil.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
• Safety is a priority so the wine tasting experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
• Guests under the age of 18 years can join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.
• Please inform of any food allergies or intolerances in advance. Vegetarian needs can also be accommodated if briefed in advance.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Learn how to perfectly work the pasta dough, prepare exquisite pasta seasonings, and the best ways to make gelato - all in just 3 hours!
• Follow the instructions of a professional, English-speaking chef and learn how to combine economy and eco-sustainability.
• Watch a live demonstration of a classic gelato; find out how to combine different flavors, along with some heating and freezing methods.
• Sit down for a well-deserved meal consisting of the dishes you have prepared, paired with a glass of wine (soft drinks for children).
• Leave the class with a Graduation Certificate and a digital recipe booklet to show off your new skills.

Inclusions

• Hands-on pasta-making cooking class
• Local English-speaking chefs
• Gelato-making demonstration
• All ingredients for pasta and gelato making
• Use of apron and cooking utensils
• Meal with unlimited wine (soft drinks for children)
• Graduation certificate
• Digital booklet with recipes

• Tip: Your cooking class takes place close to the Florence Central Market. Shop for Italian food specialties after the class so that you can recreate the dishes at home.
• Vegetarians are welcome at the class and can cook vegetarian recipes, please inform the tour operator in advance.
• Please inform about any food allergies or intolerances in advance.
• Guests under the age of 18 years can only join the tour if they are each accompanied by at least one adult.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• You can engage in cooking pasta, sauces, and delicious desserts in the heart of Florence.
• Indulge in creating an ideal Italian dish with fresh pasta by understanding the seasonal ingredients that amp up the flavor.
• Understand the technique of creating the perfect pasta with an engaging commentary from an experienced chef.
• Cook in a cozy environment with 15 participants to 1 professional chef.
• Get an insight into the recipe and replicate the same at home for your loved one.

Inclusions

• 3 Hour 15-minute cooking class
• Professional multilingual chef
• Small group (up to 15)
• Meal with drinks
• Take-away recipes

• Tip: Be sure to build your appetite as in this cooking class you get to have the cake and eat it too!
• Individuals with severe celiac disease or those with a heightened sensitivity to gluten should refrain from attending the event due to the risk of potential contamination.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Spend the day sampling award-winning wines and delicious snacks on the 5-hour Vineyards Escape guided tour to two wineries in the Chianti wine region.
• Experience magical landscapes in the Tuscan countryside in one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world.
• Embark on a personalized tour through the vineyards and cellars and sample 3 to 4 wines at each winery.
• Discover the secrets behind the winemaking process from passionate winemakers and your multilingual professional guide.
• Taste seasonal products and purchase local goods like extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cheeses, meats, and crostinis at the end of the tour.
• Receive personalized attention and roundtrip transportation from your meeting point in Florence.

Inclusions

• Round-trip journey by fully-fitted GT Coach
• Expert multilingual escort (English or Spanish)
• Admission to two wineries in the Tuscan countryside and a tour of the grounds
• Tasting of 3-4 varieties of wines in each cellar (white and red)
• Tasting of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and regional products

Exclusions

• Lunch
• Gratuities
• Audio guide

This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:

• Guided Tour in English
• Guided Tour in Spanish

• Tip: In order to enjoy the weather to the fullest, visit Tuscany during April, May, June, September, and October.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Your magical evening in Florence will consist of a delicious 2-course dinner with drinks, followed by an opera arias concert at Santa Monaca Church.
• At Napoleone Restaurant, dig into some fresh pizza and enjoy the atmospheric Oltrarno district. Top off your meal with a dessert of your choice -- maybe the famous tiramisu!
• The 15th-century Renaissance church has supreme acoustics, allowing for charming renditions of arias from La Bohème, The Barber of Seville, and others.
• Enjoy a selection of melodies drawn from operas by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini, and other famous Italian composers.

Inclusions

• Dinner with Italian Pizza and Dessert in a characteristic Restaurant
• 2-course set menu with drinks
• Music and songs performance in the setting of an ancient Church
• Concert with a selection of melodies drawn from operas by Verdi, Puccini, Rossini and other famous Italian composers

• Tip: Head to the concert a little before time to catch the best seats available as seating is limited.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• See Florence in a whole new way as you soak in the aromas and colors it has to offer on this guided food tour.
• Enjoy a special skip-the-line access to All'Antico Vinaio historical shop for the world-famous Schiacciata.
• Sample up to five delectable Tuscan and Florentine street foods and wines from renowned restaurants run by professionals.
• Hear anecdotes and information about the past from your knowledgeable guide, who is also an expert in food and wine.
• A sweet surprise awaits you at the end of your gastronomical journey.

Inclusions

• Food and wine expert & local guide
• Assistance at meeting point
• 5 gastronomic stops including a wine tasting
• Exclusive All’Antico Vinaio skip-the-line access

• Tip: Don’t fill up with food before this tour as you are in for a number of food treats.
• This activity is not recommended for celiacs, vegans, and people who are severely lactose intolerant.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With a knowledgeable guide at your side, spend the day exploring the Tuscan countryside and Florence's Mercato Centrale, one of the city's major food markets.
• Shop at the historical market and learn to choose the best produce as you sample some from the local vendors.
• At a small group setting in a farmhouse, learn to make a four-course meal using traditional Italian recipes and upon completion of the course, get a certificate validating your accomplishments.
• As the lesson comes to a close, savor your freshly made dinner and some fine wine.

Inclusions

• Central Market Tour
• Guide in English
• Round-trip transfer
• Cooking lesson
• Lunch
• Wine
• Recipes
• Italian Cooking Diploma

Exclusions

• Personal expenses

• Tip: If you take the tour on a day when Mercato Centrale is closed, you will get to pick up the ingredients from the Tuscany estate garden yourself.
• The location's rough and steep ground prevents wheelchair users from accessing the experience.
• No special vegetarian or other dietary needs are catered for throughout the experience.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.