Full-Day Tuscany and Chianti Hills Bike Tour With Lunch at Farm
Join this amazing and fun full-day bike ride in the Tuscan Hills, with a visit to a farm nestled in the countryside! Taste an excellent local wine and their Extra Virgin Olive Oil, along with a delicious Tuscan lunch.
We'll start from the convenient and quiet "Oltrarno" area of Florence, and avoid trafficked roads to quickly reach the countryside. There are going to be some uphills, so get ready for a workout - or request for an E-bike (the sooner you ask the better, as we have a limited supply).
There will be plenty of panoramic stops to take great photos and learn about local life and nature from our knowledgeable guide.
You will witness an amazing high-end Tuscan lunch, with local products, and handmade olive oil, in an amazing countryside setting.
Depending on the time of the year, you will have the chance to see the harvesting of the olives from the trees. This is the real Tuscan experience you want to have!
Florence Untold Bike Tour
Have you ever wondered what's the story behind that statue in the corner of that intersection, that rock in a middle of a piazza, that weird shaped street lantern or why some people call that street differently from what's written in your map?Well my friend those are the legends of our beautiful city that only us that live here know the true story behind it. Passed on from generation to generation I will share with you FLORENCE as it was never told or written in books. We will go thru the highlights of the city but mostly the hidden gems where you will be seeing things that no tours offer and hear the City Stories that you can't find in any of the history books. I'm not certified nor very well informed to tell you HISTORY which you can easily find online but I will share with you the stories and the legends of this city that only us, the people of Florence know and can pass along with narration. I'll bestow upon you my keys to unlock perks at my local faves in Florence during your stay
Cellar Tour & Wine Tasting
At Vini di Toscana we organize private tours for small and big groups. Each tour includes the visit to our cellars and vineyard in the beautiful location of Villa Fabbriche and fine Tuscan wines and food tasting. An expert will let you discover everything about the wine making process and Tuscan food tradition.
Private Brunello Wine Safari and Val d'Orcia Tour from Florence
Hop aboard our rugged offroad vehicle and experience Tuscany like never before, surrounded by cypress-lined hills, vineyards, and medieval towns.
Your adventure kicks off in Montalcino, home of the iconic Brunello. Visit a charming, family-run winery, explore its cellars, and enjoy a guided tasting of this bold and elegant red.
From there, head to Bagno Vignoni, known for its ancient thermal springs and unique central square built around a steaming pool. Settle in for a relaxing lunch featuring locally sourced ingredients.
In the afternoon, take a break in Pienza, the "Ideal City" of the Renaissance. Enjoy free time to browse artisan boutiques, and taste the town’s famous Pecorino cheese—all while soaking in postcard-worthy panoramas.
The journey ends in Montepulciano, where you’ll visit a boutique winery producing the renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Enjoy a laid-back, intimate wine tasting in a setting that’s off the tourist trail—where even locals come to buy their bottles
Tour of Michelangelo’s David & Accademia Gallery Florence
Step inside Florence’s world of Renaissance genius with this exclusive private tour of the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s legendary David. With your own expert licensed guide, skip the long lines and enjoy a stress-free experience tailored just to you.
Stand in awe before Michelangelo’s David, the world’s most celebrated sculpture, and learn the fascinating stories behind its creation and symbolism. Explore the Hall of the Prisoners, where unfinished statues reveal the artist’s dramatic creative process, and admire masterpieces from other Renaissance masters.
Your guide will also introduce you to highlights like the Musical Instrument Museum, featuring rare Stradivari violins, and Florence’s finest Gothic and Renaissance art collections. Throughout the tour, enjoy the freedom of a private experience with personal attention and the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
Exclusive Cooking Lessons in Tuscany with a Professional Chef
Our cooking lessons are relaxed, fun and hands-on. They take place in the restaurant point fo Villa Il poggetto, with everyone working in a group with the chef.
Enjoy this unique experience were everyone can really get involved. Chef Fabrizio with his skills and experience, will bring you all the passion for cooking and Tuscan tradition , while creating recipes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
vegetarian and gluten free customers are welcome, with a large variety of menus,.. please let me know in advance any ,food intolerance....
Pisa and Florence Private Tour from Livorno Port
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This is a prefect tour for first time cruisers stopping by the Port of Livorno (Florence). You will have the chance to admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, and spend most of the day in Florence, one of the most beautiful cities in the World. Along the way our driver will provide tons of information about the area and our lifestyle while crossing part of the famous Tuscan countryside. From Pisa to Florence the drive will be surrounded by rollings hills where the Italian wine and olive oil is produced. A "must do" itinerary the get and overlook of this unique cities in Italy.
Enjoy a full day with locals on board a comfortable air conditioned vehicle rather than a crowded bus!
You can also customize this tour! Get in touch with us for an amazing day!
Florence City Tour, David & Uffizi Gallery Exclusive Guided Tour
Maximize your time in Florence with a combo tour to visit Florence’s must-see attractions, including the Accademia with Michelangelo's David, and the Uffizi Gallery. This 5.5 hour private guided walking and museum tour pairs you with a guide to visit the Tuscan capital and all of its most important marvels.
Fiesole : Florentine Hills, Roman Theater & PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO
Leave the chaos behind! Your route begins by exiting Porta San Gallo for an immediate ascent toward light and history! The hills of Fiesole, the "Mother of Florence," await you.
In an instant, ancient Faesulae embraces you : feel the thousand-year-old energy of Piazza Mino (the ancient Roman Forum) and the intact majesty of the Ancient Theater. But the climax is at the summit : climb to the Convent of San Francesco and prepare for pure emotion. There, Florence will unveil itself at your feet—a breathtaking panorama that is a living postcard!
Next, it's time for authenticity and flavor. The historic Fattoria di Maiano awaits you! Treat yourself to a moment of pure relaxation immersed in centuries-old olive groves, savoring the true Tuscan oil and wine—the quintessence of rural life.
It is a complete and total experience in the timeless charm that inspired the Renaissance and defined the true Tuscan essence.
Livorno Shore Excursion: Chianti and Tuscany Countryside Private Wine Tour
When your cruise ship docks in Livorno and you have only a single day to see the Tuscan countryside, you’ll need a privately guided, fully narrated shore excursion to make the most of your time in this region that is so renowned for its beauty. On this nine-hour tour, immerse yourself in Italian life, admire Tuscany’s rolling hills and explore the vineyards and olive groves of Chianti. Taste local wine and olive oil before returning to your cruise ship in Livorno.
Florence City Tour, David & Uffizi Gallery Semi-Private 8ppl Max
Maximize your time in Florence with a combo tour to visit Florence’s must-see attractions, including the Accademia with Michelangelo's David, and the Uffizi Gallery. This 5.5 hour semi-private (8 guest maximum) guided museum & walking tour will explore the Tuscan capital and all of its most important marvels.
PALAZZO VECCHIO Private tour in Florence
Enjoy an insightful private tour of Palazzo Vecchio with a 5-star tour guide. Visiting Palazzo Vecchio is an incredible experience but without a tour guide, you will deny yourself a unique opportunity to learn the secrets hidden within its walls.
Constructed more than 700 years ago, it has witnessed major events in the history of Florence. This castle-like palace has been the city`s Town Hall, a political prison, and even the private residence of the powerful Medici family. Learn about the unfinished work by Leonardo da Vinci that astonished all his contemporaries. See the sights that inspired Dan Brown for his intriguing best-seller novel.
Enjoy this unique experience with your tour guide, install a dialogue, ask questions, and be ready to hear all the fascinating stories and secrets hidden within the walls of Palazzo Vecchio.
Florence in a Day : Academy, Uffizi and City Walk
Some of Italy’s most celebrated artists, including Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Botticelli, found their inspiration in Florence. On this full-day walking tour dedicated to the city’s rich culture, discover the Renaissance architecture of the historic center before entering the Uffizi and Academy Gallery to gaze at its myriad masterpieces.
• This multi-stop tour takes in Florence’s main cultural treasures
• Pre-booked tickets facilitate access to both museums without waiting
• Headphones included to listen to your guide in complete comfort
• The ideal tour for first-time visitors or those with little time
Pienza, Val d'Orcia, Montalcino wine and Pecorino cheese PRIVATE TOUR from SIENA
* Only small, authentic, family-run activities
* Off-the-beaten path itineraries
* Private, exclusive, customizable, flexible, door-to-door tour of Pienza, Val d'Orcia, Montalcino
* Local, small wineries for private visit and wine tastings
* 8 hours
* Very knowledgeable English speaking local drivers
Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: Florence Small Group Tour
Discover the Medici's story with a walk through the most important streets and palaces. On this tour we deal with the rise of the Medici family and the relationship between political power and art. You will discover how it was possible that this family could govern in Florence for over three centuries and how they supported the main artist in the world: Michelangelo, Botticelli Raphael.
Cooking Class on a Family Farm in Chianti with Lunch
It is a cooking course where guests will be an active part of the course. Not a demonstration course but guests will literally get their hands on it! You learn simple recipes of our tradition, which can be easily recreated at home. The course takes place on my farm where I produce saffron oil, vegetables and raise chickens: the ingredients we will use are all very fresh, many of which are our own production. If time permits, we will take the course outdoors with a view of vineyards and olive trees and then eat what we have prepared in the open air, otherwise we will work in our barn. The farm stands on top of a hill in an oasis of peace and tranquility away from noise, cars and pollution. On request we can make a vegetarian menu.
Siena: A Wine Tour and Tasting Experience
In the hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside, just 2kms away from the medieval center of Siena, this Educational Wine Tour and Tasting 'Vine, Wine and Life' is a 3-hour tour held in an organic winery. Learn about the different stages of wine making through the seasons and enjoy tastings and a light lunch.
Tuscan Cooking Class
I'm Katia and me and my uncle Fulvio run the Tuscan cooking class in our family farmhouse. We are 4 km far from the fantastic town of San Gimignano and we teach you how to prepare a real Tuscany meal but most important we teach you how the food should taste. Your meal will be a celebration and a fantastic time to spent in a real Tuscany family.
We'll make a lot of typical Tuscany antipasti, then we prepare primi piatti, and we make one type of pasta hand made, two different sauces for pasta, and then a second course with meat.
Full-Day Small-Group Truffle Hunting in Tuscany with Lunch
Tempted by truffles? Take a truffle-hunting jaunt through Tuscany on this 6-hour tour from Florence! Travel by air-conditioned minivan to the wooded hills around San Miniato, a medieval town fêted for its precious white truffle. Then, accompany an experienced hunter and his dog as they scout out nature’s gourmet gold in the woodland. Finish with a light 2-course lunch, including 'tagliolini al tartufo' — pasta with fresh truffle — and a wine tasting in Chianti before your return to Florence. Numbers are limited to eight on this small-group tour for a personalized experience.
Lucca Farmhouse Cooking Class or Traditional Tuscan Meal
Enter your host's farmhouse located on the hills around Lucca and enjoy a world where the art of cooking is celebrated, where the tantalizing aromas of Tuscan cuisine fill the air, and where the rich flavors of local ingredients grown organically in our garden take precedence, under Antonietta’s expert guidance.
You will learn how to make authentic fresh pasta from scratch, prepare the dough and shape it. Antonietta will teach you the secrets of making the best pasta sauce with tomatoes grown in her garden and the main ingredient of her cooking, lots of love and calm, as Italian grandmothers do. Finished the preparation enjoy the meal with your friends and family and feel at home.
" You'll never look at a tomato the same way again! "
If you select the option without cooking class: Skip the cooking class! Enjoy an authentic Lucchese meal with local Tuscan products and excellent wine. Perfect for those who want a delicious dinner and great company.
Tuscany Organic Wine Tour at a Family-Run Winery
Discover authentic Tuscany with a guided wine tour at Podere Pellicciano, a family-run organic winery located in the hills of San Miniato, between Florence and Pisa. Walk through organically farmed vineyards, visit the cellar and learn how native Tuscan grape varieties are cultivated and transformed into expressive wines. The experience ends with a generous guided tasting of local organic wines, paired with traditional Tuscan food.
Truffle Hunting in San Miniato in Tuscany with Tasting
The uncontaminated nature, the relationship with my sweet dogs, the silence of the woods interrupted only by birdsong. All this is the background to the discovery of one of the oldest and most secret jobs in Tuscany: that of the truffle hunter. The truffle for its underground nature, for its delicacy and for its great economic value has always fascinated man, having a leading role in Tuscan culture and tables.
During the truffle hunting experience we will walk the paths where truffles are naturally born. All the secrets about the truffle will be explained, the plants that live in symbiosis with him and the training of the dogs; and if we are lucky we will also be able to find some nice truffles.
Adults and children will have a great time following the dog and helping me to extract the truffle from the ground. They will also learn a lot about truffles and nature.
Pisa Sights and Bites Tour with Food Tastings for Small Groups or Private
Discover the city of Pisa beyond the iconic Leaning Tower! Join us on this walking adventure that allows you to fully understand this worldwide famous city. You can learn about its history, admire the colourful palaces and explore the interesting medieval centre in addition to the marvellous Miracle Square. Along the way you can also taste the typical local products.
Express Florence - Medici Chapel & Highlights Walking Tour
Experience Florence's Renaissance brilliance on a guided tour led by an expert first-class local guide. Discover iconic highlights such as Piazza Della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo Square & Cathedral, including famous statues like Michelangelo's David. Enjoy optional priority access to the essential San Lorenzo Church and Medici Chapel for an exclusive Renaissance immersion, ensuring an unforgettable visit to Florence.
Embark on a captivating 90-minute- tour led by an expert first-class local English-speaking guide, immersing yourself in Florence's rich Renaissance heritage. Enjoy optional upgrade and timed entrance to the spectacular Medici Chapel and the San Lorenzo Chapel, showcasing Florence’s remarkable Renaissance art collection before marveling at the 13th-century Duomo Cathedral, featuring Brunelleschi's iconic Dome and Lantern. Admire outstanding sculptures at the Gothic-style Loggia Dei Lanzi and view Michelangelo's renowned Doors of Paradise at the Baptistry.