Top Italy Food Tours - page 4

Get a true taste of Southern Italy with this foodie experience from Sorrento. Travel to a pizzeria, cheese factory, and family-run lemon farm for tastings of top products, including homemade bread, lemonade, and extra-virgin olive oil. All the samples add up to a full meal. Learn the secrets behind Italian family recipes and try your hand at pizza-making, Neapolitan style. Top it off with limoncello before returning to Sorrento.

Savor authentic local cuisine and avoid the many tourist traps in Rome with this walking food tour. Discover hidden gems in Piazza Navona, Campo de' Fiori, the Jewish Quarter, and more. Try many local favorites in one outing, such as suppli, Roman pasta, and cheeses. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into Rome’s history and culinary traditions.

A center of Italian cuisine, Naples is home to countless hole-in-the-wall eateries serving divine food—if you know where to look. Save hours of researching and go on a small-group tour around the city’s historic center, tasting local specialties along the way. Try Neapolitan pastries, pizza, different sauces, a “secret” dish, and more. Upgrade for a private tour with more personalized attention from your guide.

Tick off several of Tuscany's most renowned locations during this full-day Vespa tour. Enjoy some photo stops in the vineyards and take a guided stroll through the picture-perfect village of San Gimignano, with free time to explore. The tour includes a typical Tuscan light lunch paired with a tasting of some local wines and olive oils.

See what Tuscany has to offer without breaking the bank on this budget-friendly day trip to the region's highlights from Florence. Save hours with coach transportation and enjoy free time to explore the medieval old towns of Siena and San Gimignano, plus the sights of Pisa. Upgrade to a guided tour of Siena, or add-on a 2-course lunch with wine pairing for a hassle-free, all-inclusive day.

Bologna is known as a culinary hotspot, and this walking tour offers an excellent overview of the city’s food scene. Visit a historic center with local food boutiques in addition to several cafes. Sample the city’s culinary offerings including a glass of wine, pasta, espresso, and either gelato or cake depending on the season.

Combine medieval history, regional wine, and UNESCO-listed monuments on this full-day tour from Florence. This is an ideal choice for anyone who wants to experience wine tasting without getting behind the wheel afterwards. Visit Monteriggioni's medieval castle, explore Siena's historic architecture, and admire San Gimignano's skyline. End with a tasting of three Chianti wines and an opportunity to savor authentic, local flavors.

Spend a day in the beautiful Tuscan countryside sipping wine and making new friends. Visit authentic wineries for tours and generous tastings of world-famous varietals like Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan. Learn about wine production and flavor profiles, and round out your palate with samplings of high-quality balsamic vinegar and olive and truffle oils. Also, visit the charming medieval village of San Gimignano for free time to explore the winding streets and artisan shops.

Soak up the flavors of Italy on an olive oil- and wine-tasting tour in Tuscany. Depart from Florence to the heart of the Chianti Classico region, known for its red wines, flavorful olive oil, and scenic medieval villages. Visit two to three wineries and an olive oil mill to learn about production with your guide and relax over tastings. Enjoy a gourmet 3-course Tuscan lunch at a boutique estate before returning to Florence.

Discover one of Rome’s most food-centric historic neighborhoods and eat like a local on this guided tour of Trastevere. Sample a variety of Roman specialities, from traditional cookies to pasta alla carbonara, accompanied by local wines. Your foodie guide shares insider tips and stories behind each dish, offering an immersive cultural walk through the neighborhood's vibrant streets. Perfect for foodies and those who like to learn about a city through its food culture.

Florence is famous for its art and architecture, but even the most ardent culture lover needs a break. Delve into the city's cuisine and learn how to make authentic pizza and gelato during this hands-on cooking class. Led by a chef, sample a variety of pizzas before getting to work on your own creations, then watch the step-by-step demonstration of how gelato is made. Afterward, feast on your creations with unlimited wine.

Skip the hassle of renting a car and effortlessly explore the Tuscan countryside on this full-day tour to Pisa, Chianti, and San Gimignano. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the Leaning Tower and its cathedral, as well as a tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval town of San Gimignano. Opt to have a typical Tuscan lunch with wine tasting, and conclude with a walking tour of the historic center of Siena.

Discover some of the highlights of Tuscany on this day trip from Florence by coach. Visit historical hill towns Pienza, Montalcino, and Montepulciano; admire the gorgeous, vineyard-covered scenery of Orcia Valley (Val d’Orcia); and enjoy cheese and wine tastings as you stop at local wineries and other venues. It’s a great day out in the Italian countryside.

While Milan reigns supreme as Italy's fashion capital, its vibrant culinary heart beats in its streets. Join this private tour to uncover the city's best-kept street food secrets, a delicious mix of Milanese specialties. With your local guide, wander through Milan's most fashionable district, cherished by locals, and indulge in a gourmet street food experience. Savor authentic risotto from a family-run restaurant, a curated selection of Italian delicacies such as fine ham and cheese, visit a flavorful 1930’s patisserie, and a final, exceptional artisanal gelato—all paired with a glass of local wine. Vegetarian options are always available to ensure everyone enjoys this culinary adventure.

Rome’s dining scene is vast, making it hard to find truly memorable spots without local insight. This small-group tour helps you skip tourist traps and discover standout eateries in Trastevere. Sample seasonal dishes, pizza, pasta, and gelato, plus enjoy Italian wines, local beer, or non-alcoholic drinks, all while exploring one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods with an in-the-know guide.

Put a playful spin on a typical night out with this interactive bar crawl around the Roman neighborhood of Monti. Don't worry about planning where to go and how to get anywhere; your guide has the night sorted. Follow them to nightlife hotspots, as they share stories of redlight districts, unsavory characters, and bloody power struggles. Enjoy party games and karaoke, sampling wine, beer, cocktails, and liqueur throughout the night.

Embark on a delightful day trip through Tuscany's iconic Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit Montalcino, home of Brunello wine, Pienza, famed for Pecorino cheese, and Montepulciano, celebrated for Nobile wine. Enjoy breathtaking views, rich culture, and mouthwatering food. Travel in comfort aboard a premium minivan with an English-speaking driver. Indulge in wine tastings, a superior lunch with a view (seasonal), and guided vineyard and cellar tours.

Learn to make pasta by hand with a professional chef-instructor for a truly memorable experience in Rome. Your small-group cooking class takes place in a private location in a traditional Roman neighborhood and covers the basics of creating incredible Italian pasta. Nibble on light appetizers and sip on prosecco as you begin to prepare the pasta meal. Or, opt for the pizza-making class to prepare your own pie.

Explore the famous sites and hidden charms of Venice on this walking tour, followed by a ride through the city’s canals on an iconic gondola. Follow your local guide through a romantic maze of surrounding backstreets to discover some of Venice’s lesser-known gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as you wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, and then hop aboard a Venetian gondola for a leisurely ride along the Grand Canal.

Take a break from sightseeing to learn how to make an authentic Spritz cocktail and fresh pasta like a Roman. This cooking class explores traditional recipes with a local chef in the heart of the city. Working alongside the chef, prepare pasta dough from scratch, cut it into fettuccine and maltagliati, then assemble a bruschetta starter and tiramisu for dessert. Afterwards, sit down for lunch or dinner featuring the dishes you've prepared served with wine, limoncello, and espresso for the perfect introduction to Italy’s remarkable food traditions.

Explore the fascinating ancient city of Pompeii with an expert guide on this group tour. Walk through the cobblestone streets to see the ruins of the forum, bathhouse, individual homes, and even a brothel. Gain fascinating insights into the tragedy of the city from the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius with your knowledgeable guide.

Try your hand in an Italian kitchen with this small-group cooking class in Florence. Set in a palace in the heart of the city, learn how to whip up an authentic 4-course dinner with the help of an expert instructor. Craft Tuscan classics such as fresh pasta, chicken stew, and tiramisu for dessert. Reward your hard work afterward with a feast of your creations, paired with delicious Tuscan wine.

Try your hand in an Italian kitchen during this hands-on pasta-making class in Florence. Use seasonal and organic ingredients to make different types of pasta with different sauces and a typical Italian dessert under the guidance of an expert instructor. Then toast your fellow chefs with some local red wine and sit down to enjoy the fruit of your labors.

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.