The Essence of Tuscany: Private Journey & Estate Winery Lunch
Join our highest-rated private escape into the Tuscan countryside. Discover the charm of a medieval hilltop town of your choice and enjoy a legendary, family-style gourmet lunch at a historic boutique winery. Proven quality, timeless memories. There is a reason why travelers consistently rate this journey as the highlight of their Italian holiday. This is not a tourist excursion; it is a day spent as a guest of Tuscany. We focus on the "Slow Living" philosophy—giving you the time to breathe, taste, and explore without the rush of a typical tour. We take you to the places our guests have loved for years. You have the choice to explore the world-famous towers of San Gimignano or the serene, authentic atmosphere of a Chianti village (like Greve or Castellina). The heart of this trip is a long, relaxed lunch at a boutique family-run estate, while sipping premium wines in the very place they were produced.
Guided tour in wonderful Tuscany
This experience is suitable for everyone, even children. We will be in an open area admiring the wonderful Tuscan hills. We will stop at all the most scenic places to take beautiful photos.
Fiat 500 Self-Tour: Visit the Tuscan Countryside in a Vintage Car
Our self-tour itineraries are an intimate way of exploring the Tuscan countryside of Lucca aboard our vintage cars at your very own pace, with no hurries or tight schedules. Planned to take you away from traffic through pretty back roads and lovely sceneries, these programs will allow you to live your day aboard our Fiat 500s to the fullest!
Explore the diverse countryside of Lucca, on charming roads surrounded by olive groves, rolling hills and historical architecture. Our itineraries have been studied on purpose to offer you a unique perspective on the territory, and drive on relaxing roads away from traffic so that you can truly enjoy the driving experience.
Our aim is to offer you a laid back day, experiencing Tuscany like a real local and making unique memories to last you a lifetime.
Semi Private Deep Wine Chianti and San Gimignano from Florence
This tour is designed to make your Tuscan wine-tasting dreams come true. You'll be able to see all the classic postcard-perfect landscapes of Tuscany while you travel from one cellar to another. You will visit two wineries and have the opportunity to taste a selection of high-quality Tuscan Chianti wines. Lunch is included. If you're a fan of good wine, excellent food, and landscape photography, you'll love this tour. And you'll also have the chance to visit one of the most beautiful villages in the world: San Gimignano, famous for its majestic towers and delicious ice cream. Our tours feature only black, air-conditioned Mercedes Vans, complete with air conditioning, WiFi, and one unlimited Wi-Fi with Pocket-Sized Hotspot for each couple and one bottle of water for every tour member and of course a Bottle of Prosecco White Wine for a travelling happy hour at the end of the tour!
Authentic Pasta Class in Florence
It is a route designed to travel through Italy with the love for pasta and its flavors, the history, the unique culture of each region of our beautiful country.
Discovering all the culinary tricks, it is incredible how from a few simple products you can create a unique lunch or dinner, thanks also to all the top quality seasonal products and your hands guided by our Chefs. It is not a demonstration. For vegetarians or intolerants, no problem, the option is included, let us know in the booking notes and we will take care of it. The atmosphere is that of celebration and family, pasta is magical for this.
Depending on the chefs' availability, the class can also be done in Spanish and German.
Half-Day Chianti Tour to 2 Wineries with Wine Tastings and Meal
Enjoy 5.5 hrs round trip from Florence in a comfortable 8-seater van to the wine country with our wine expert's commentary about the region.
Visit 2 family-owned wineries in the Chianti Classico region with guided tastings to 4 wines at each winery. The family owned wineries are located in a beautiful setting with vistas over the Tuscan countryside.
Taste Chianti, Riserva and different Super Tuscan wines. Freshly prepared meal at the second winery included.
Florence Cooking Class with Wine Pairing in Mirella's Garden Home
Enjoy a fun-filled culinary experience that comprises learning about, preparing and eating an authentic Tuscan meal with a local.
Mirella lives with her husband Stefano (her partner in life and in the kitchen!) in a small town called Antella located in the South of Florence. Meet Mirella at her home for a hands-on Italian cooking class during which you will learn to make 3-4 dishes including homemade pasta.
Mirella’s approach to cooking has been influenced by both Florentine Renaissance (Tuscan nobility) and her proud Tuscan roots. Your meal will include antipasti, pasta, a main and dessert. Mirella uses seasonal ingredients and has a different menu for every season. A sample menu might include bruschetta or vegetable tart, penne with ragù, Tuscan meatballs with seasonal vegetables and cioccolatissimo (decadent chocolate dessert). Your meal includes a glass of prosecco with the antipasto and two glasses of wine with the meal. Mirella also offers limoncello or vin santo with dessert.
Self-Drive Vintage Fiat 500 Tour from Florence: Tuscan Hills and Italian Cuisine
Step back to 1960s Italy as you drive an eye-catching vintage Fiat 500 car through Tuscany! Following a guide out of Florence, drive into the lush Tuscan hills, passing through picturesque villages and attracting nostalgic glances from admiring passersby. Your 4-hour tour ends in the best possible way – with a relaxing meal on a private terrace.
This unique Florence tour is limited to five cars (with 15 people total), ensuring you'll enjoy a small-group experience.
Private Uffizi and Accademia Time Entry Hidden Art Walking Tour
• 4-hour vip tour of the Accademia and the Uffizi
• Discover the incredible masterpieces of Renaissance art
• Skip-the line access to the most important museums of Florence
• Walking tour through Duomo Square and Piazza della Signoria
The “Florence & Global ” Touch.
See Florence the right way with us
Want to see Florence with a guide but are not keen on being herded around in a large, impersonal group or spending a fortune for a private tour? Look no further. “Florence & Global ” tours are designed for the selective traveller, providing all the benefits of a private tour with the group tour value.
Highlights of Florence Bike Tour (E-bike Upgrade Available)
Our Florence Highlights 3-hour bike tour offers a fun and relaxing way to explore the 'Cradle of the Renaissance' and a treasure trove of Italian culture. Hop on a bike and cruise past Florence’s stunning Cathedral, then catch the perfect photo of the iconic Old Bridge over the Arno River! Pedal through a secret corridor that leads you straight to the grand Pitti Palace, get up close to the famous statues in Piazza della Signoria, and immerse yourself in the local vibe of Santo Spirito, where artisans work their magic on every corner. It’s the ultimate Florence experience on two wheels!
- 3 or 7 speed City Bikes
- Small Groups (fewer than 14)
- Headsets Included
- Professional, licensed guides with a passion for stories
- The best photo opportunities in Florence
Private Full Day Walking Tour of Florence Highlights with Uffizi and Accademia
Full day tour in Florence with skip the lines entrance to Uffizi and Accademia. Admire the most important sites of Florence in one day.
The tour will give you an overview of the city center, starting from Piazza della Repubblica, admire the Cathedral, Brunelleschi's Dome, Giotto's bell tower, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria and cross the Ponte Vecchio to explore the Oltrarno area, and the Pitti Palace. Visit the Uffizi and its world famous collection of paintings by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, and the Accademia museum, where you will admire the famous original David by Michelangelo.
We will take care of reserving skip the line tickets to Uffizi and Accademia. Tickets included I. The price
Florence Traditional Local Artisan Experience
The Florentine neighborhood of Oltrarno is well-known for craftmanship and laboratories - experience hands-on the traditions kept alive for centuries.
First, visit a famous paper workshop where they create beautifully marbled patterns that date back to 17th century bookbinders. See how the artists create special patterns, some even still famous today. Then, try your hand at marbling for a fun keep-sake to bring home with you!
Next, visit a family owned leather workshop. Oltrarno has been home to leather workers since the 14th century, and while most have moved out the city, a few workshops have managed to survive. See how this family creates beautifully hand-made products.
Step inside a mosaic laboratory. While mosaics have been popular in Italy since the Roman age, Florence created their own unique version under the Medici family. Meet the craftspeople who keep this ancient tradition alive, and watch them create beautifully ornate masterpieces from rough pieces of stone.
Rafting activity with family in Lucca
Tour for the whole family! Come and experience the adventure even with the little ones. Your experience will begin in the rafting center where you will be welcomed by our staff. After putting on your swimsuit and giving you your life jacket and helmet, the adventure will begin. With our vehicles we will take you to the meeting point, where your certified guide will explain all the rules to follow in the water. After this briefing the real adventure in the water will begin, where you can have fun with the whole family, even with the little ones. After diving and sliding the activity will end directly under the famous Devil's Bridge. Once you exit the river, with our vehicles, you will be taken back to the rafting center.
Food and Wine Lesson and Wine Tasting in San Gimignano
The tasting of the six wines and their combinations will be presented and served in our equipped and comfortable tasting room, where all our guests, even if spaced and safely, can enjoy a convivial and unique experience!
For all those who have particular diets or intolerances, upon notice at the time of booking in the "notes" field, we are able to meet most dietary needs.
The price of the tasting includes everything: tasting, water and food pairings.
The structure of the Rocca di Montestaffoli does not provide bar service (coffee, tea, soft drinks, spirits, packaged foods, etc.)
It is also possible to participate in the tasting with children, for them our staff will prepare a selection of gastronomic excellences at a cost of € 10 per child.Remember that by law it is not possible to administer alcohol to minors.
Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & San Gimignano from Florence
A day trip exploring Tuscany with visits to 2 wineries. Taste 8 different types of wine, three extra virgin olive oils, balsamic vinegar and Tuscan snacks. Enjoy amazing scenery and visit San Gimignano, all in one day! This is a great opportunity to meet other travellers and enjoy the Tuscan countryside while sampling and learning about wines.
Best of Florence Treasure Hunt Tour for Kids & Families
Enjoy a 2.0 hour engaging walking tour for families and kids through the streets and squares of Florence with an expert guide who will show you the wonders of the Renaissance and the highlights of the city.
Your local guide is specialized in working with children and will keep their attention and curiosity by using i-pad, games, flashcards, other media tools and tricks that all of you will love.
You will visit Piazza della Signoria, Santa Croce, the Porcellino, San Lorenzo Market, the Duomo square, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Repubblica and other fascinating sites.
Kid-Friendly Uffizi Museum Tour in Florence with Botticelli & Leonardo Works
Enjoy a 2.5 hour engaging tour of the world-renowned collection of Medieval and Renaissance masterpieces in the celebrated Uffizi Museum in Florence. Our expert family friendly guide will meet you in front of the bronze Horse Statue of Cosimo in Piazza della Signoria.
During this memorable experience, your family will discover one of the most highly-rated museums in the world without wasting any time in long entrance queues. Your whole family will be involved in games, quizzes, scorecards and other customized activities with never a dull moment.
See the most famous artworks of Renaissance Florence including Botticelli's Spring and Venus, Leonardo da Vinci's Annunciation, Caravaggio's Bacchus and Medusa and many more by Michelangelo, Lippi, Raphael and others.
Cesarine: Small group Pasta and Tiramisu class in Siena
You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two!
Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina.
As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu.
Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture.
• Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand
• Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types
• Learn to make the iconic tiramisu
• Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests
• Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up
Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Private Secrets of Florence Electric Bike Tour
Looking for a fun way to experience Florence without feeling overwhelmed or pressed for time? This relaxed private 2-hour e-bike tour is the perfect introduction to the city.
Embark on a thrilling electric bike tour and escape the crowds while cycling through the hills surrounding Florence! With the help of your e-bike, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of the city’s iconic towers, red rooftops, and bridges, and explore ancient streets once trodden by merchants.
This tour gives you a clear sense of Florence’s layout and highlights in a short amount of time, leaving you plenty of time to explore more on your own. It’s an easy, enjoyable way to discover the city’s charm from both its streets and its scenic heights.
Self-Drive Vintage Fiat 500 Tour: Gourmet Lunch and Wine Tasting
Drive a vintage Fiat 500 to a gorgeous 15th-century Renaissance villa nestled in the picturesque Tuscan hills just outside of Florence. Traveling in a convoy behind an expert guide, you’ll drive along quiet private roads and then enjoy 2.5 hours at leisure. Enjoy being Italian for a day, indulge in a picnic lunch with wine tasting, treasure these memories forever!
Nonna's Cooking Class & Market Tour with Wine, Lasagna & Tiramisù
Feel the city’s pulse at the Central Market. Guided by our expert chefs, you’ll shop like a local, selecting seasonal ingredients that define Italy’s UNESCO-recognized food heritage. In this small group, you’ll discover that the secret to our tradition lies in the purity of raw materials and authentic regional tastings.
Roll up your sleeves to master the authentic recipe of Nonna’s Sunday Lasagna. From kneading fresh dough to layering velvety béchamel, this 100% hands-on experience brings the "holy grail" of Italian homes to life. You’ll also whisk a classic Tiramisù, creating a treasure worthy of its UNESCO status.
Savor your creations with a fine Chianti wine. Join us, the pioneers who launched THE ORIGINAL COOKING CLASS IN FLORENCE 20 years ago for a journey into the heart of tradition, where every detail in our small group feels like home.
Florence Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class with Unlimited Wine
1. Discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine
A historic restaurant in the heart of Florence, with views of the Duomo dome and an atmosphere that takes you back in time.
2. Passionate Experts
Learn from Italian chefs specializing in fresh pasta and tiramisu, who will guide you step by step. They are accompanied by an expert guide who will enrich the experience with fascinating stories about Florence, transforming the cooking class into a cultural journey.
3. A Complete Experience
From preparing pasta to tasting selected wines, every detail is designed to let you experience the true essence of Florence. This course combines cooking, history, and tasting for a unique and unforgettable experience.
4. Memories and Skills
In addition to creating delicious dishes, you will take home precious memories and new skills that you can use to recreate the Italian experience anywhere.
Pisa: Beyond the Tower (1h round-trip tour)
Discover the beauties that Pisa has to offer beyond the Tower. A complete 1 hour long tour in an electric vehicle, that will take you to areas of the city that you will not find on classic tourist itineraries, with 11 stops. The tour is suitable for people of all ages.
We are open Wednesday to Monday included, from 10:00 to 18:00.
Basilica Santa Croce: Walking Among the Masters of Florence
Visit the Basilica di Santa Croce, the principal Franciscan church in Florence. Learn about Florentine history and discover the life of Michelangelo. See the burial place of Michelangelo, Machiavelli, Galileo Galilee, Rossini and more.