Top Tuscany Unique Experiences - page 3

Spend a half-day in the Tuscan countryside learning a new skill with this cooking class in Chianti. Learn the secrets of cooking like a Tuscan in the kitchen of a Renaissance villa. Get hands-on experience with guidance from knowledgeable chef instructors. Prepare either lunch or dinner, depending on the class you choose, and then eat what you've made along with local wine.

Discover the long heritage and high quality standards of Tuscan winemaking on a Chianti tasting tour from Florence. As you visit three different wineries, learn how to best bring out the bold flavors of Chianti Classico and other prized wines, and what Italy’s ‘DOCG’ classification really means. Savor the region’s bounty with an included Tuscan lunch enjoyed alongside an intimate group limited to eight people.

Drinking wine and driving do not mix so join this guided tour that takes you on an off-road adventure through the Chianti Valley while leaving the driving to your guide. In a vintage SUV, travel to three different wine cellars to indulge in about 14 wine tastings, as well as tastings of honey and olive oil, and a typical Tuscan picnic lunch.

Experience Florence and get some of the best vacation photos during a private photoshoot. Start off with a short consultation to decide your itinerary and feel free to bring any clothing or accessories for your shoot, including comfortable shoes for the tour. Pose against some of Florence's most celebrated monuments, and receive professionally edited photographs 48 hours after the shoot. It's an excellent idea for a family portrait, a honeymoon photo shoot, or simply to get the best photos possible.

Discover the delights of freshly baked Italian pizza and delicious gelato during an expert-led cooking class in Florence. Learn tips and techniques to make the perfect pizza, tasty homemade tomato sauce and fresh fruit gelato. Finally, sit down to indulge in your creations with your fellow chefs, accompanied by free drinks.

Learn how to prepare three traditional types of pasta from scratch during a private 4-hour cooking class in Arezzo. Set in the home of a local cook, this culinary experience also gives you a taste of the local culture. Get situated at your personal work station and follow along as your host provides step-by-step instructions passed down through generations. Then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor with regional wine.

Savor the flavors of Tuscany on this food-lover’s dining experience in Pisa. Step inside a Pisa home and experience an authentic Italian welcome from your host. Roll up your sleeves to lend a hand preparing a traditional 4-course lunch or dinner, and gain insight into the role food plays in Italian culture. With the cooking done, savor your dishes alongside a selection of red and white wines from regional cellars.

Take a private cooking class with a local chef-instructor at their home during this half-day culinary experience in Siena. Learn to prepare a 4-course Italian meal, then enjoy the lunch or dinner that you helped to make with your host. You’ll also sample a selection of red and white wines from Tuscany.

Enjoy a hospitable introduction to Trieste’s culinary culture when you book a private dinner hosted by a local cook. Part of the Ceserina community—a network of over 1,000 home cooks across Italy, each of whom has been certified for their commitment to traditional, high-quality cooking—your host will be matched with you based on your schedule and preferences, and will prepare a 4-course meal, complete with wine and drinks pairings.

Trade Florence’s bustle for a day in the picturesque Chianti wine region: this small-group tour makes it easy to explore the Italian countryside. Meet your group in central Florence and head out of town in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan. Over the course of the day, you’ll visit two esteemed area wineries, will go behind the scenes and learn how wine is produced and aged, and will enjoy ample opportunities to taste the region’s varietals. This tour also includes a delectable, 2-course lunch.

For a truly memorable meal and culinary experience in Florence, join a local chef in preparing an authentic Italian menu of fresh pasta and other Tuscan dishes. During a private cooking lesson, help choose and make different types of fresh pasta with sauces or one pasta and a meat dish if you like, finished off with a decadent Italian dessert. Learn kitchen tips and tricks passed down through generations so you can recreate the flavors of Tuscany back home.

Instead of just waiting for food to come to your table, get into the kitchen and learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta with a cooking class in Florence. Under the guidance of a professional chef, learn to make two different pastas along with savory sauces and a classic dessert. When the cooking’s done, gather around a communal table in a medieval wine cellar to enjoy your homemade feast along with Tuscan ‘vino.’

Immerse yourself in Italian culture with a 5-hour cooking class in Florence’s Chianti region. Get a hands-on experience creating high-quality Italian food on a charming farm in the Chianti countryside. Learn to make the famous Tagliatelle with meat sauce, tomato bruschetta, and a delicious tiramisu. Visit a local winery nearby and enjoy samples of the region’s wines that can accompany your delicious meal.

Learn to make fresh pasta during a 3-hour cooking class in the picturesque Valdichiana Senese region of Tuscany. Accompany the pasta with a delicious sauce that you also prepare, following the instruction of your professional chef. Select an afternoon or evening package that includes lunch or dinner accompanied by wine.

Treat yourself to a Tuscan dining experience with lunch and wine at Bottega Torciano in San Gimignano. You'll enjoy foods such as cheese, salami, and lasagna and try several varietals of Tuscan wine, from Chianti Classico to Brunello di Montalcino.

Get an unbeatable view of Tuscany’s gorgeous countryside on a private hot air balloon flight from Florence. Float on the breeze above rolling hills, vineyards, and medieval villas for a romantic experience that's perfect for proposals, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Toast your adventure with a glass of sparkling wine back on the ground, and relax as a driver transports your group between the launch site and your Florence hotel.

Uncover the culinary secrets of Italian culture with a 2.5-hour gourmet dining experience at a local's home in Montaione. Enjoy an exclusive show cooking demonstration featuring heirloom recipes passed down through generations, and indulge your senses as you savor each course, from starters to dessert, accompanied by wines sourced directly from rural cellars. Escape into traditional hospitality while connecting with genuine Italians who will share their stories and eagerness to welcome guests alike.

Explore the life and scientific legacy of one of the most famous Florentines on a private tour revolving around Galileo. Visit the astronomer’s namesake museum to learn about his life and see historic telescopes, and pay tribute at a forum and statue dedicated to him at the Observatory Museum. After learning about Galileo’s controversial theories and discoveries, finish the journey in front of his tomb inside the Basilica of Santa Croce.

Experience a side of Italy rarely available to visitors when you take a cooking class in the Chianti wine region. During your private session, discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine, from sauces to tiramisu. After dining on the food you just learned to make, continue on to a vineyard for a complimentary wine tasting and pairing lesson. Round-trip transport from Siena is included for your convenience.

Get hands-on experience in cooking Tuscan food with a private pasta-making class in Montepulciano. Go to a local’s home for an immersive cooking class that introduces Tuscan food, customs, and more. Learn the secrets of this region’s pasta dishes during a half-day experience that includes a hearty meal accompanied by a selection of local wines.

A great choice for foodies and home cooks, this tour takes you through the preparation of an Italian meal from start to finish. Meet at a local market to select ingredients for the class, then head back to the kitchen. Learn how to prepare three traditional Florentine dishes, then enjoy the fruits of your labor along with some local red and white wines.

Skip the busy cooking classes and instead opt for a private culinary immersion in San Gimignano. At a local’s home, benefit from the undivided attention of your instructor as you learn to prepare three traditional dishes, before dining with the family. Few travelers get the opportunity to enjoy such an intimate experience.

Delve into authentic Tuscan cuisine while in San Gimignano with this exclusive pasta-making lesson in a private home. Meet your host and head straight to the kitchen to get to work preparing three different classic pasta dishes from scratch. Perfect your technique so you can turn out fresh pasta like a pro and pair each with the perfect sauce. Cap off your hands-on experience by sampling each of the recipes you’ve prepared paired with local wines.