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Cover several Tuscan towns without the need to rent a car on this group tour from Florence. Stop in the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano before seeing the intact walls of Monteriggioni. Then enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch at a Chianti winery that includes a guided wine tasting and “vin santo." Top off your trip in Siena to explore its historic city center with a stop at the Duomo.

Savor Florence’s best bites on a private food tour! Enjoy 6 or 10 authentic tastings of local favorites, from espresso and pastries to Chianti wine and Cantucci. Along the way, discover the city’s highlights, visit local markets, and experience the culture behind each dish. This intimate, sustainable tour is led by a passionate local foodie, ensuring a delicious and unforgettable journey through Florence’s food scene.

Chianti is home to the scenic wine country and notable cellars, but getting there on unfamiliar rural roads on your own can be challenging. This group wine tour takes you to two different wineries in the Tuscan hills to explore the vineyards and their cellars, as well as relax over guided tastings. Sip local reds and whites, plus sample balsamic vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil, while enjoying views over the Chianti countryside.

Learn to appreciate some of the most prestigious reds from the Chianti region without the logistical hassle of getting around the countryside on your own on this full-day wine tasting tour from Florence. Join a small group and take a deep dive into the ‘Supertuscan’ world, plus get tips on developing your palate from a wine expert. Taste regional varietals at three different wineries, learn about wine-food pairings, and top it off with a Tuscan lunch at a boutique winery paired with more wine.

Experience the best that Tuscany has to offer with this excursion that combines wine tasting and a self-drive Fiat 500 tour. Departing from Florence, hop behind the wheel of a gorgeous 1960s model and journey into the Tuscan hills with your convoy. Then, park your classic ride at a 15th-century wine estate and villa for a wine-tasting session (drivers are recommended to spit samples out), paired with a light lunch.

Discover the delights of Tuscany on a private day trip from Florence. With a knowledgeable private driver, travel through the renowned Chianti wine region to visit the towns of Siena and San Gimignano. See famous landmarks like Siena’s Piazza del Campo, home to the annual Palio horserace, and the medieval hilltop towers of San Gimignano.

Florence is home to three “David” statues, but the original masterpiece by Michelangelo is housed within the Accademia Gallery. Enjoy skip-the-line access to see the real thing without waiting. Whether you want to quickly see the colossal statue and move on or take in other Renaissance artworks by Botecelli, Pontormo, and more, do so at your own pace.

Discover the Chianti wine region, direct from your Florence address, on this private wine tour. Travel with a driver who handles all transportation for you, so you don't need to rent a car or go looking for a designated driver. Enjoy the flexibility of paying for lunch and wine tastings at each location, including Super Tuscans and Chianti Riserva, and taste extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

As one of Florence's top attractions, the Accademia Gallery draws huge crowds of people wanting to see Michelangelo's "David" sculpture. This guided tour helps you get inside the museum fast, so you can spend less time waiting and more time admiring world-class artwork. Plus, you can upgrade to include a visit to the Uffizi Gallery or a city walking tour after your museum visit for more context.

Take a break from sightseeing in Florence, and spend some time inside cooling off from the daytime heat, with this gelato and pizza cookery class. Under the guidance of a chef, learn how to make these Italian dishes whilst getting insight into the country's culinary traditions along the way. Feast on what you have made after the class has wrapped up and celebrate with unlimited wine and soft drinks.

The historic winemaking region of Chianti is tough to reach without private transportation. But on this full-day wine-tasting excursion, which includes round-trip transfers, you’ll swap the crowded sights of Florence for rolling hills and traditional villages. Meet local producers and savor seasonal produce over a guided tasting at two wineries. Then, sit back and enjoy a tasty Tuscan dinner with the vineyards of Chianti as your backdrop.

Drinking Chianti in a restaurant gives no insight into how it's made or where it comes from—a winery visit is the only way to understand the production process from vineyard to glass. This small-group half-day tour from Florence takes you directly to a Chianti winery's vineyards and cellars, with tastings of several Chianti wines and a traditional Tuscan lunch included.

Immerse yourself in Italian wine culture on this half-day tour around the revered Chianti Classico wine region. There’s no crowding into cellar doors on this small-group tour of the region. Instead, spend your afternoon exploring the cellars and sampling the products of some of the region’s vineyards. All transport is provided, so you can fully enjoy your tastings.

Experience the sights and flavors of Tuscany on a full-day tour from Florence that takes you through the Val d'Orcia region to three historic villages. Admire the elegant Renaissance architecture, explore the village of Pienza independently, and savor the bounty of the region with tastings of local wines in Montepulciano.

Make the most of your day in Tuscany with this all-in-one adventure from Florence. Skip the hassle of planning and enjoy a curated route through Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, and the Chianti Hills. Get up close to the Leaning Tower, sip wine and tuck into lunch at a rural vineyard and wander quaint medieval towns your own pace. Upgrade to add a guide or tower climb if you want to go all in.

Learning how to prepare handcrafted pasta in Italy is a quintessential travel experience—but for travelers who are gluten-sensitive or gluten-intolerant, culinary workshops are usually off limits. During this special pasta-making class in Florence, get hands-on instruction in making three types of traditional pasta shapes, all using gluten-free flour. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal paired with unlimited Tuscan wine.

Trade the busy streets of Florence for the ancient vineyards, medieval villages, and scenic landscapes of the Chianti wine region on this half-day tour. Let a knowledgeable local driver take you to some of the area’s best family-run wineries, where you can learn about traditional production methods and taste the local bounty like extra-virgin olive oil and renowned wine varietals like Chianti Classico. The private tour can be customized to suit your interests, such as a stop for an authentic Tuscan lunch at a local farm.

Learn about Florentine cuisine's history and its distinct flavor profiles with this cookery class. Including a market visit to collect ingredients, this offers a more immersive experience than dining out alone. See how locals shop at the Central Market to select fresh ingredients, discovering produce you might otherwise miss. Then learn to make Tuscan favorites like focaccia and fresh cheese, homemade pasta, and tiramisu. Afterwards, enjoy your meal paired with unlimited Chianti wine.

Embark on an exciting journey through the Tuscan countryside to uncover Italy’s most prized culinary treasure—truffles—with an expert forager. Meet Francesca and her truffle dog and set out for a jaunt through the woods to find fresh truffles. Afterward, relax at her family farmhouse over lunch featuring the truffles you’ve found together.

Swap the sightseeing bus for the chance to feel like a local as you ride your own Vespa through Tuscany on a tour from Florence. A local guide leads the way up through the scenic hills, where you pass the famous Piazzale Michelangelo and the Church of San Miniato al Monte. Afterward, head back to a country estate for a traditional Italian meal to top off your journey.

Learn to eat and drink like a local Florentine on this tasting tour through Tuscany’s most famous city. Start with a crash course in Tuscan cuisine with regional cheeses, bruschetta, focaccia, and Chianti Classico wine. Afterwards, follow your guide to artisanal boutiques, art galleries, and trendy eateries to sample more food and drinks in wine bars and restaurants. All in all, enjoy about 8 food tastings and 6 drinks.

Tuscany is known for its great wines, but finding cellars on your own can take hours of research. Make the most of your time on this tasting tour from Florence that includes round-trip transfers and a visit to one of the region's most historic producers. Travel to a 12th-century Chianti winery for a tour of the estate, learn about the region's varietals from a sommelier, then enjoy a guided tasting of estate wines, followed by a Tuscan lunch.

Skip the hassle of renting a car ad explore the Tuscan countryside on a full-day tour to Pisa, Chianti, and San Gimignano from Florence. See the iconic Leaning Tower and its cathedral. Continue to the UNESCO-listed medieval town of San Gimignano for a tour and a typical Tuscan lunch with wine tasting. Conclude with a visit to Siena and its cathedral (if the option is selected).

Avoid the hassle of renting a car and lose yourself in the luscious scenery and flavors of Italy’s most famous wine region on this half-day small-group sunset tour of Chianti. Travel from Florence through the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside and visit two local wineries for tastings and a vineyard tour. The tour is timed so you'll enjoy incredible sunset views of the area.