Top Italy Holidays

Put a Bolognese slant on an Italian food experience, with this small-group cooking class, hosted by locals who are passionate about their cuisine. After a welcome aperitivo of pignoletto wine and Bologna snacks of mortadella meat and crescenta focaccia, you’ll make tagliatelle pasta from scratch to accompany a homemade ragú. A self-made Casoni spritz is among the extra perks. Just note: This class isn’t suitable for children or anyone with special dietary needs.

Sample Italy's flagship Brunello di Montalcino wine in the hills where it’s produced with this exclusive winery tour and tasting at a medieval castle. Join a sommelier for a stroll through the vineyards to learn about the history and production of Brunello at this family-run estate, then relax over a tasting that pairs three different wines with local specialties. Cap off your experience with a three-course Tuscan lunch.

While many visitors to Rome enjoy the city's food and wine, most don’t get the chance to visit Frascati, which is a hotspot for local, Italian cuisine in the Lazio region. This food tour gets you out of the city and to this hilltop location, where you will have time to explore the old town, try out traditional specialties, and sample heirloom wines at a historic family-run winery.

Learn to cook authentic Italian recipes firsthand with this interactive, hands-on cooking class in Florence, set in a traditional restaurant a few minutes from the Duomo. Your professional chef guide will teach you how to make fresh pasta, ravioli, and tiramisu from scratch, sharing the rich cultural stories behind each dish. Enjoy a full meal with accompanying wine and take home recipe packs to recreate the experience at home.

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.

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.

When it comes to authentic Italian food, restaurant reservations only give you half the picture. Learn the skills to recreate delicious dishes at home with this hands-on cooking class in the heart of Verona. Craft fresh pasta with the help of a professional chef, and whip up a tasty tiramisu to enjoy as dessert.

Take a break from sightseeing and embrace Italian cuisine with this pasta and tiramisu cooking class. Learn authentic recipes in a locally loved restaurant in central Bologna, as you sip on wine Enjoy a welcome glass of Prosecco and a glass of wine with your meal.

While in Verona, don’t miss out on visiting the well-known Valpolicella wine region. Avoid the hassle of self-driving on this small-group guided tour where you stop at vineyards to taste some of the best Italian wines, including an Amarone, a rich red wine made from partially dried grapes. Along the way, learn about the winemaking process and snap pictures of the beautiful vineyards.

Discover the secrets to making authentic homemade pasta and tiramisu, in a fun and easy way and in just a few hours, from a local chef in a small-group cooking class in Rome. Enjoy free-flowing fine wine and soft drinks while learning to prepare classic Italian dishes, including two pastas and tiramisu. Group sizes are limited for a more personalized experience, offering excellent value and quality ingredients.

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel without spending hours waiting in line on this comprehensive tour that includes entry to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Navigate the vast halls, artwork, and history with a guide who gives special insights into the collections that you would likely miss if alone. Go beyond the guidebook and enjoy commentary that enlivens highlights such as the Gallery of the Maps and the Pineyard Courtyard.

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.

There’s no better souvenir to bring home from Italy than the gift of Italian cuisine. Master two classics—handmade pasta and tiramisu—during this small-group Sorrento cooking class, then sit down to eat them. A welcome glass of prosecco helps keep the mood relaxed, while your lunch includes typical Italian sauces and local wine. Leave with recipes to recreate everything at home.

Savor Florence's celebrated cuisine on an evening food tour featuring Florentine steak and Tuscan wine. Explore the vibrant districts of Oltrarno and Santo Spirito, making stops at five carefully selected foodie hotspots. With 14 delicious tastings—including tomato bruschetta, two paccheri pasta dishes, and a sit-down Tuscan dinner—this experience offers a flavorful escape from typical tourist traps.

There’s no better souvenir to bring back from Italy than new pasta-making knowledge. Join a small group at a central Venice cooking school, and learn how to prepare two types of fresh pasta from scratch, as well as two sauces, all with help from your professional chef guide. Then, sample Tuscan wines, create your own gelato flavor, and enjoy the fruits of your labor.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on this walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. You'll also skip the lines at the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral. Afterward, stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge.

While most Pompeii tours only visit the UNESCO-listed ruins, this tour takes it one step further with a tasty lunch on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. First, delve into the history and fate of the ancient city of Pompeii with an archaeologist guide. Then relax over lunch at a nearby winery to taste several wines produced on the volcanic slopes. Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience.

Escape to the Italian Riviera without hiring a car with this excursion to Cinque Terre. Perfect for travelers staying in Florence, leave navigating unfamiliar roads to your coach driver as you travel to this region. Visit the villages of Vernazza, Monterosso, and Riomaggiore, with guided experiences and free time to explore. Customize your day with different itinerary choices; opt for transportation only, choose a hike-focused tour, or finish with a visit to Pisa.

This is not a “watch and copy” cooking class—it’s a chef-led, technique-first experience designed to give you results you can recreate at home. You’ll learn the small details most classes skip: how pasta dough should feel at each stage, how thin to roll it, how to seal ravioli cleanly, and how to build a tiramisu that stays silky and stable. Our chefs guide you with personal checkpoints throughout the class, keeping it hands-on, clear, and enjoyable—whether it’s your first time or you love to cook. Ingredients are fresh and local, the atmosphere is warm and refined, and dietary needs (including gluten-free options) can be accommodated. You’ll finish by sitting down to enjoy your meal together, paired with good wine—leaving Florence with real skills, not just photos.

Learn the secret to preparing pasta from scratch like a true Italian “nonna” in the heart of Florence with this hands-on pasta cooking class. Make three types of fresh pasta plus traditional sauces with guidance from your instructor as you sip unlimited Tuscan wine and connect with fellow foodies. Then cap off your lesson by sampling your creations with a celebratory meal served with even more wine.

Explore Florence's Duomo in greater depth on this guided tour. Choose from a range of tour options to suit your budget and interests. If chosen, learn about Brunelleschi’s dome as you climb to the top, stopping along the way to visit the North Terrace, closed to the general public. Depending on your tour, use your passes to explore the rest of the cathedral complex at your own pace.

Pizza is an Italian staple, and different regions of Italy have their own styles for food lovers to enjoy. In this half-day small-group cooking class, visit a pizzeria in the heart of Florence to learn how to make authentic pizza from scratch, as well as some Italian gelato. Once you’ve finished cooking your creations, sit down to enjoy a meal paired with a selection of Chianti red wines.

Exploring the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on your own can feel overwhelming, especially on a short stay in Rome. This guided experience brings these three landmark sites together in one structured visit, with commentary from a guide to help you understand what you’re seeing as you go. Instead of navigating vast ruins without context, follow a clear route and learn about gladiator games, imperial politics, and how daily Roman life shaped the ancient city.