Top Florence Holidays - page 7

With a front-row view of the iconic Ponte Vecchio, this Paint and Wine experience is unlike any other in Florence. Set in a charming studio overlooking the Arno River, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own painting — no experience needed! Choose your subject on arrival and let your creativity unfold while sipping on exquisite wines, including a unique organic blackberry wine. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, you’ll enjoy a warm, relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding and expressing yourself. Leave with a colorful, hand-painted souvenir and the memory of creating art just steps away from Florence’s most famous bridge.

Italy's culinary traditions run deep, but it can be hard to decipher as a first-time visitor. Eliminate the guesswork and embark on a culinary journey through Florence's San Lorenzo Market to sample Tuscan delicacies like cheeses, meats, truffle olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Enjoy a private wine tasting at a historic wine shop and end the tour with an authentic gelato (ice cream) with commentary from your guide.

Florence looks magical when illuminated during Christmas time, and this tour is a great way to discover the city’s most beautiful sites, get top photography tips, and see secret parts of Florence that you wouldn’t discover alone. You won’t have to worry about navigating, as a photographer accompanies and gives you top tips on how to take great photos during the evening. Beginners and advanced photographers with any type of camera are welcome.

Relaxation, suggestive landscapes, perfumes and above all uncontaminated nature are the setting for this experience rich in typical and unique flavors.

Dig into the delicious culinary history of the Tuscan capital with this 4-hour food and wine tour of Florence. Join a knowledgeable local guide for visits to 7 places to eat or drink in the historic center – trattorias, restaurants, pastry shops, gelaterias, wineries and more. Check out the food vendors in the bustling San Lorenzo Market. Take this tour on your first day in Florence so you can eat better for the rest of your stay. Come hungry!

Learn to distinguish authentic Tuscan cuisine from tourist traps on this great-value sightseeing and tasting tour. Florence’s Central Market can be daunting to approach on your own, but a guide shows you how to find the best olive oil, fresh pasta, truffles, wine, and more as you shop alongside residents. Walk it off while exploring top sights like Duomo Square and Santa Croce, stopping for a savory lunch with wine at a hand-picked restaurant.

Learn how to make authentic Italian pasta that's completely vegan in this hands-on class in Florence. You'll create three flavorful pasta dishes and a classic bruschetta, all prepared with organic, plant-based ingredients. Guided by professional chefs, you'll enjoy the process, savor your creations, and pair them with wine for a delightful experience.

Italy's Emilia-Romagna region is full of quality food manufacturers using centuries-old production methods. This private outing covers the best of the region’s food scene in just one day of visiting a parmesan cheese factory, a prosciutto factory, and a balsamic vinegar manufacturer. Sample foods at each visit and enjoy a lunch of traditional regional dishes paired with different types of balsamic vinegar.

Roll up your sleeves and dig into a bowl of fresh pasta dough during this hands-on cooking class in Florence. Learn to make different kinds of pasta shells such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and spaghetti. Then, whip up authentic sauces and taste Italian wines for the perfect pairings, and indulge in your homemade dishes. Unlike other pasta-making classes, you choose from several options, including vegan/vegetarian, colored pasta, and gnocchi.

Squish grapes between your toes and have a laugh before settling down to a delicious wine tasting while learning about how Tuscan wine is produced on this private tour from Florence. Besides wine, try an aperitivo, cold cuts, jam, and fresh garden vegetables before a main course and desert.

This cooking class stands out thanks to its exceptional location with a view of the iconic Ponte Vecchio in Florence. Guests learn from a professional chef who shares authentic Italian culinary techniques and personal secrets passed down through tradition. The experience focuses on traditional, time-honored recipes, prepared with high-quality ingredients, offering a true taste of Florentine cooking culture in an intimate and welcoming atmosphere.

Go beyond the Renaissance history you'll find in most guidebooks and learn about Florence's dark past on this unique walking tour. Listen to tales of betrayal, murder, and mystery as you explore the city in the evening, taking in some of the most famous landmarks with your guide along the way. Break up your walk with two tasting stops to sample Tuscan charcuterie and wine, plus traditional cantucci cookies and sweet vin santo (sweet wine), and come away with a better understanding of Florentine lore.

Discover Florence's hidden architectural gems known as Buchette del Vino on this delightful walking tour through its charming streets. Over three hours, explore three neighborhoods and indulge in local flavors, starting with a refreshing Negroni or Spritz in the bohemian Oltrarno. Cross the Arno to enjoy Chianti Classico from a historic palazzo window, then savor a rich Affogato at a renowned gelateria near Santa Croce. This small group experience allows for intimate storytelling by a local expert guide, revealing fascinating histories and ensuring perfect photo opportunities with minimal crowds. - Explore the hidden Buchette del Vino and their historical significance - Enjoy a refreshing Negroni or Spritz, Chianti Classico, and Affogato - Small group size for personalized attention and storytelling - Flexible pay-as-you-go for drinks, allowing for personal choice

Delve into the world of Tuscan wines with a wine expert who will lead you through discovering nine wines from the surrounding region. You’ll get to sample Vernaccia from San Gimignano, a rose, two Chiantis, Nobile di Montepulciano in both base and riserva, Brunello di Montalcino, and Miraia. An appetizer platter will keep hunger at bay, with local snacks like olives, cheeses, charcuterie, and bruschetta.

Discover the enchanting Chianti wine region and its picturesque rolling hills on this full-day tour from Florence. Explore the medieval village of San Gimignano, climb its tallest tower for panoramic views, and capture photos among the vineyards. Savor a homemade pasta lunch and taste five Tuscan wines, including Chianti and Super Tuscan, at a family-run farm in Badesse to complete your Tuscan journey.

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.

Travel from Florence to the hills of San Gimignano for a magical dining experience in a historic winery—in the garden during summer, by the fire in winter. Feast on a Tuscan menu that features local cheeses and charcuterie, and the famous Bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine steak). Taste at least 11 wines during a guided tasting, including the sought-after Brunello di Montalcino, a Chianti Classico Riserva, and a dessert wine to pair with your Cantuccini cookies.

Visit two of Tuscany’s most renowned wine regions—without worrying about bus schedules or taxi fares—during this full-day small-group wine tour from Florence. Ride in a comfortable, climate-controlled minivan with a group of wine-lovers capped at just eight people. Explore the hilltop town of San Gimignano, visit one of the oldest wineries in Chianti, and sit down to a two-course Tuscan lunch, all in just one day.

Spend a day in the iconic landscape of the "Hills of Chianti" with a private tour. Pass between avenues of cypress trees, vineyards, sunflowers and medieval villages. Visit the historic village of San Gimignano and admire its ancient towers, enjoy homemade pasta and savor the best wines of the Tuscan countryside in a typical farm. Itinerary: • Our driver will pick you up at your location and take you on a journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany. We will move among olive groves, cypress trees and vineyards until we see the magnificent towers of San Gimignano. San Gimignano is also famous for the white wine Vernaccia, produced from the ancient Vernaccia vine. • Later we will move to a typical Tuscan family-run farm, to understand the secrets of wine production and enjoy a lunch with homemade pasta, bruschetta, percorino cheese and 6 wine tastings. • On the way back we will stop in a second typical cellar for a second tasting of Chianti, Sangiovese, Super Tuscan and more...

Get a taste of Tuscan landscape, wine, and food on this full-day private tour from Florence. Led by an English-speaking driver, discover the regions of Chianti and Val d’Orcia, soaking up the local flavor with several wine tastings. Explore the charming towns of Castellina and Montepulciano, and savor a traditional Tuscan lunch at a farmhouse in Montalcino.

Go “under the Tuscan sun” like absolute royalty on this exclusive private tour of the local vineyards and countryside. Escorted by your driver, you’ll travel between the Chianti hills and San Gimignano, sampling exquisite wines and local goodies—think olive oil, sweets, cheeses, and truffles—and exploring vineyards, villages, and more. You’ll also sit down to a delicious 3-course lunch (included), getting a taste of rural Tuscan life.

Chianti is known for its beauty and gastronomy, but a driver is essential to explore this iconic Tuscan region. Experience rolling hills, medieval villages, and historic vineyards during this full-day private excursion from Florence. Bespoke itineraries can be completely customized. Stroll through historic Greve, Pranzano, or Castello di Montefioralle, and visit family-run wineries. Door-to-door Mercedes transfers and a tasting of typical Tuscan delicacies are provided.

Ideal for travelers looking for off-the-beaten-path adventures, Italian-style, this tour pairs an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) off-road session with wine tastings and medieval village visits. After a quick lesson, explore the Chianti countryside riding your own ATV or on the back of someone else's. Then, hop on the tour minivan and head to the Tuscan hill towns of Montefioralle and Piazza Matteotti for exploring and shopping. Finish the day with a generous lunch and six wine tastings at a classic Tuscan winery.

Explore Florence’s vibrant Oltrarno district on this guided walking tour. Stroll across Ponte Vecchio, visit artisan neighborhoods, and relax in Piazza Santo Spirito. Enjoy a delightful wine tasting paired with local foods. Perfect for all ages, with light refreshments for younger guests. Discover Florence’s hidden gems and local culture through its iconic landmarks and flavors.