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Best Florence Culinary Tours
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- 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.
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- 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 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.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Day Trip to San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni & Chianti with Lunch & Wine Tasting from Florence
- Depart from Florence in an air-conditioned coach to explore the four beautiful Tuscan gems of San Gimignano, Siena, Monteriggioni, and Chianti.
- Follow your expert tour leader through Siena which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for tall towers, lovely frescoes, and valuable works of art.
- Enjoy a short scenic ride on your way to a cozy Chianti winery. Explore its cellars and vineyards, before you relish the taste of 4 fine Chianti wines.
- Walk through the narrow medieval streets as you see historic shops and important landmarks including Basilica of San Domenico, Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Pubblico, and Siena Cathedral.
- Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a guided tour of Siena Cathedral and Libreria Piccolomini with skip-the-line access.
Inclusions
- Guided walking tour of Siena
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers by air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi
- Access to the cellars and vineyards
- Wine-tasting
- Skip-the-line entry to Siena Cathedral and Libreria Piccolomini (optional)
- Florence
- Siena
- San Gimignano
- Monteriggioni
- Lunch in Chianti
- Tip: It's possible to walk along the 2176-metre perimeter of the second circle of the city walls that mark the historical centre of San Gimignano.
- Please note that the order of the visits may change.
- Photography is allowed.
- Note: From November to March, the itinerary does not include the stop at Monteriggioni and the return to Florence is approx 30 minutes earlier
- From Nov to Mar, the guided walking tour is available in both English and Spanish.
- From Apr to Oct, the guided walking tour will be monolingual and will be available in English and Spanish, depending on the option selected.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Explore historic towns of Tuscany and a Chianti wine estate, sample local specialties, and uncover wine-making techniques on the full-day guided wine-tasting tour from Florence.
- Enjoy round-trip transportation to and from Florence in a comfortable GT coach with an expert guide.
- Walk through ancient landmarks and artisanal shops in Colle di Val d'Elsa and San Gimignano in your free time.
- Marvel at Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia at the Piazza del Campo, and admire the Cathedral at Piazza del Duomo on a guided tour of Siena.
- Take a guided tour of a local Chianti wine estate and learn about the wine-making process as you sip on some Chianti wines and walk through scenic vineyards.
Inclusions
- 11-hour guided tour of Tuscan countryside
- Round-trip transportation in a GT coach
- English-speaking multilingual guide
- Guided tour or free time in Siena (as per option selected)
- Free time in San Gimignano and Colle di Val d'Elsa
- Local wine estate visit
- Wine tasting in Chianti
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Audio guide
- Tip: The best time to take a walking tour of the medieval towns and the vineyards of the Chianti wine region is in the autumn, from mid-September to the beginning of October.
- Please note that the walking tour of Siena is only available in English.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Make your way to Chianti – one of the most beautiful places on earth – named after the most famous Italian wine.
- Your journey will take place aboard a comfortable bus, where you can admire the hilly landscapes of the Tuscan countryside along the way.
- Once you get there, explore the vineyards and uncover secrets kept by wines that are famous all over the world.
- Sample a variety of wines served in two different wineries.
- Taste the famous extra virgin olive oil and other popular local products.
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- Assistance at the meeting point
- Transport by air-conditioned bus with WiFi on board
- Licensed tour escort
- Guided wines and food tastings in 2 wineries (3-4 wines)
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Please note that in the Chianti region, there are certain areas where the internet connection is limited or unavailable. Therefore, even though the buses are equipped with WiFi, be aware that it may not function properly in these specific areas.
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- While you can choose the language of your guide, be ready to interact with English-speaking staff during your winery visit.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Experience the true legacy of the Tuscan countryside, its wines and vineyards, on a semi-private tour including round-trip Mercedes minivan transfers.
- Visit a boutique winery and stroll through its ancient wine cellar as an English-speaking sommelier lets you in on the secrets of wine production.
- Learn how to blend wines to form a final complex beverage, after which you get to create your own blend of wine with a personalized label to take home.
- Savor the taste of 5 different varieties of wines, along with the region’s finest olive oil paired with unsalted Tuscan bread.
- Make your day even more memorable with a 5-course Tuscan meal, complete with a local sweet dessert wine.
Inclusions
- Round-trip transportation from Florence
- Transfers in a luxury Mercedes minivan
- English-guided visit of wine cellar
- Wine-making experience
- 5-course gourmet Tuscan dinner
- Tasting of 5 different Tuscan wines
- Tasting of Tuscan olive oil
- An exclusive wine bottle with a personalized label
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
- Tip: The best months to visit the Tuscan countryside are April, May, June, September, and October because of the pleasant weather and June festivities.
- In accordance with Italian law, guests under the age of 18 will only be served non-alcoholic beverages.
- Please inform about any food allergies or intolerances in advance. Vegetarian needs can be accommodated if informed in advance.
- The gourmet menu will vary depending upon the best seasonal products available at the time of your visit.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Travel to the picturesque vineyards, olive groves, and noble castles and villas of the Chianti wine region with comfortable transfers to/from Florence.
- Discover the soul of Tuscany through a wine-focused experience led by an English-speaking sommelier in the cozy setting of a semi-private group.
- Make your way through 3 wineries and taste the world-renowned Super Tuscan wines that are difficult to get a hold of.
- Learn how to identify different wines and the best wines that will go with your favorite delicacies.
- Savor a gourmet lunch of Tuscan cuisine and wines at the restaurant in the boutique winery.
Inclusions
- 6.5-hour semi-private tour
- Return transfers from Florence
- Transportation in a luxury Mercedes Minivan
- English-speaking wine expert
- Guided tour of 3 wineries and their cellars
- Visiting the vineyards
- 3 Super Tuscan wine tastings, one for each winery
- Olive oil and typical product tasting
- Typical Tuscan lunch
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers
Start from Florence - Winery 1 with tasting - Winery 2 with tasting - Boutique winery with tasting and lunch - Return to Florence
- Tip: Before you sample a glass of Super Tuscan wine, let it aerate for a while to enhance the aroma and lessen the bold flavor.
- Children under the age of 18 will only be served non-alcoholic beverages.
- Vegetarian needs can be accommodated if informed in advance.
- Please inform the tour operator in advance of any special needs or impaired mobility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- Learn the fundamentals of classic Italian cooking and make a pizza and gelato taught by a professional chef.
- Explore Florence's gastronomic extravaganza and hear about this culturally significant city's charms through the cooking process.
- Watch a demonstration of gelato-making and learn which ingredients are used as you hear about the history of Italian ice cream.
- Earn a Graduation Certificate and take home a recipe booklet to practice your newfound cooking skills.
Inclusions
- Professional local chefs
- Hands-on pizza-making lessons from scratch
- Gelato-making demonstration
- All ingredients for pizza- and gelato-making
- Use of apron and cooking utensils
- Dinner with wine (soft drinks for children)
- Graduation Certificate
- Booklet with recipes
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers
- Audio guide
- Tip: Having a good appetite will make this experience all the more joyful.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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- 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.
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- 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.
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