Once in a Lifetime Experiences in Florence

Avoid spending hours on a tour bus and see Italy from behind the wheel of a retro Fiat 500 on this small-group, self-drive tour through Tuscany. Take a spin around the countryside—staying in touch with our guide via 2-way radio— and enjoy panoramic views of Florence and a stop at the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Your guide leads the way to a private terrace for a delicious Tuscan lunch before cruising back to your original departure point in Florence.

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

Admire views of the Tuscan countryside that few other visitors get to experience on this morning hot-air balloon flight. After boarding, lift off with your pilot and soar up to 2,000 feet (609 meters) into the air. Soak up a new perspective on Tuscany’s olive groves and vineyards spread out below, as well as quaint villages and castles. After landing, toast your adventure with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine, and enjoy breakfast bites.