Top Italy Spring Break in 2026

Italy is well-known for its delicious food and this short tasting experience allows you to sample the many flavors of Rome. Authentic Italy is served up on a plate with foods like buffalo mozzarella, sun dried tomatoes, and truffle infused honey available to eat. Sip on Italian wine as you eat and make sure you save room for a delicious dessert of gelato.

Explore ancient Rome’s scandalous side on this adults-only evening tour that blends history, humor, and drinks. Go beyond gladiator battles and typical facts to learn what emperors did after dark—from affairs and power plays to brothels. Enjoy a welcome prosecco and shot, a pasta and pizza dinner with a drink in Monti, and a signature cocktail to close for a fun night out with new friends.

While standard Chianti tours take you through the region in a coach or minivan, this full-day excursion puts you behind the wheel. After a transfer from Florence, hop into your own electric Fiat Topolino and follow your guide in a lead car through vineyards and olive groves, stopping in Impruneta for a winery visit and a three-course Tuscan lunch.

Taste the best of Sorrento during this traditional Italian cooking class in a bucolic setting. Learn Italian heritage through its food by preparing an appetizer, first course, and dessert inspired by traditional recipes. Take your time crafting each dish, savoring the process and the flavors that tell a story of culture and history. Finally, sit down to enjoy your creations, connecting with the rich traditions behind every bite.

Chianti is known for its wines, but exploring this picturesque region of Tuscany isn’t easy without your own transportation. Experience Chianti’s famous flavors and beauty on this small-group wine-tasting tour from Florence. During visits to two traditional wineries, learn to sample wines like a true Italian. Savor Tuscan products during a light meal. A wine-loving guide arranges all logistics, so you can enjoy a carefree day.

Learn how to make a Neapolitan-style pizza from scratch during this two-and-a-half-hour, small-group pizza-making workshop outside Sorrento. Head to a scenic local farmhouse to get hands-on instruction from a professional pizza chef. Prepare a generations-old recipe, then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, followed by a homemade dessert and glass of limoncello. Gluten-free options are available.

Learn how to make a traditional Roman-style pizza from scratch during this small-group pizza workshop. Get hands-on instruction from an authentic Roman pizza chef—from dough preparation to preparing the toppings—and discover time-honored techniques that have been passed down for generations. Top it all off with a bite of your homemade masterpiece paired with antipasti and wine or beer.

There is no better place to learn how to make authentic pasta and tiramisù from scratch than Italy’s culinary capital of Bologna. Meet your local host and instructor to pick up tips and tricks for turning out flawless filled and shaped pasta and assembling a luscious tiramisù by hand. Then celebrate your new skills in the kitchen with a final tasting to sample the dishes you’ve prepared, served with wine.

Palermo is known for its excellent street food, but only locals know where to feast on the best savory and sweet treats. Sample classic specialties as you explore the historic La Kalsa neighborhood with an insider guide on this food and wine tour. Stop at food stands and locals-only eateries to sample street food staples and Sicilian soft drinks, then relax in an ancient palace over a Sicilian pizza. You'll sip Sicilian wines and cocktails along the way, plus end with a classic sweet cannolo.

Join a fun mozzarella-making class in Florence with wine tasting, local dishes and expert guidance in a small-group atmosphere. Let’s be honest: you didn’t come to Florence just for the museums. You came for the food, and now, it’s your turn to make some. Come hungry. Leave happy. Smell slightly like mozzarella. No regrets. - Learn hands-on from a master cheese maker how to shape bocconcini, nodini, treccine and create rich, creamy burrata and stracciatella - Sip and swirl your way through a curated selection of Tuscan wines, paired perfectly with your fresh cheese creations - Enjoy your handmade cheeses alongside creative seasonal dishes in a cozy, music-filled atmosphere with max 12 guests for a personal experience

Taste authentic Tuscan wine straight from the source, without worrying about driving afterward, on a relaxing half-day trip from Lucca. Sample red and white wines, along with local products like extra-virgin olive oil. Learn about traditional wine production methods and see all the work that goes into making some of the world’s most coveted vino.

Take a break from the urban bustle of Naples and discover the scenic slopes of the Mount Vesuvius National Park on horseback with this unique outing just outside the city. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation and saddle up to follow your riding guide along a panoramic trail overlooking the Bay of Naples. Afterwards, relax with a glass of wine on the ranch before the ride back to the city.

Step into the kitchen of a passionate and friendly chef for a fun pasta and gelato cooking class near the Vatican. Alongside a small group, master the art of making homemade fettuccine and tomato sauce, as well as delectable gelato using fresh ingredients and basic kitchen tools. Delight your taste buds with appetizers, fantastic wine and beer, water, and soft drinks, and enjoy everything you prepare with new friends of all ages.

On this half-day pasta and tiramisu-making workshop, head to the Piazza Mattei—home to the Turtle Fountain (Fontana delle Tartarughe)—for a class on how to prepare and cook authentic Roman pasta in a nearby artisan workshop. Learn how to craft a traditional ravioli dish before starting on a tiramisu for dessert.

Skip a restaurant lunch or dinner out on your Rome vacation, and opt for a classic Italian cooking class instead at a location near the Colosseum. During this small-group activity, you’ll create two types of pasta from scratch and also a tiramisu before sitting down to eat them with your chef and group. Wine and local tips complement the experience.

Immerse yourself in Rome’s food culture by trying your hand at making traditional Italian pizza, *suppli* risotto balls, and creamy gelato from scratch. Perfect for practicing your cookery skills while enjoying well-selected Italian wine. Suitable for novice cooks and confident chefs alike, this hands-on masterclass offers plenty of delightful surprises and is ideal for those who enjoy interactive experiences on vacation.

Discover Verona through its food on a walking tour around the city center. You'll learn about the local cuisine, culture, and culinary history as you visit restaurants and food venues to taste a variety of items.

Visiting the Wine Museum of the Frrud Winery is equivalent to making a journey through time through centuries of history during which wine is the constant element and where the knowledge of the past mixes with the immersive experience in the flavors of the present through the tasting of our wines paired with local cheeses and cured meats. Duration: 60 min Wines for tasting: 3 Typical products: bread, focaccia, cheeses and dairy products

Like most of Italy, Abruzzo is famous for its wine, so no visit would be complete without sampling some of the local vino. Visit one the oldest wineries in the region for a wine-tasting session paired with a sampling of local olive oils, cheeses, salumi, and sausages. Follow the entire wine-making process, from weighing to pressing, and visit cellars where hundreds of thousands of bottles are stored for aging.

Pair food and wine with Venetian culture —away from the tourist trail—on a walking tour of the Cannaregio neighborhood and the Jewish Ghetto, still home to a small Jewish community. In an intimate small group, you’ll visit traditional bars to sample the local “cicchetti” (small snacks), local wine, signature sweets, and, of course, gelato. Just note: Some eateries restaurants close for the Jewish sabbath on Fridays and Saturdays.

Barolo and Barbaresco are two of Piedmont’s flagship wines and among the most prestigious in Italy. Discover the scenic hills where these blockbuster reds are made with this sommelier-led wine tour. Begin in the picturesque hill town of Neive for a brief introduction to the area, then stop at two boutique wineries to meet the producers and learn the history and stories behind their wines while enjoying guided tastings.

Traveling in Rome when you follow a gluten-free diet can be a challenge, especially if you aren’t fluent in Italian. Make things easier on yourself by touring with a private guide who can help avoid accidentally eating hidden gluten. Visit family-run businesses, some of which have been around for centuries, to taste treats and sip wines, all without worry.

Swap crowded bars and clubs for a fun alternative—a small-group boat party on Lake Como. With two crew members handling the navigation, you can relax with music on board, cruise past beautiful lakeside villages and islands, and benefit from an open bar serving prosecco, wine, and soft drinks throughout the trip.

Esplora il mondo del vino toscano in una tenuta vinicola sulle colline fuori Arezzo con un tour privato. Visita i vigneti e le sale per le botti di Villa Fabbriche per conoscere la storia e la produzione dei loro vini rossi e bianchi. Poi rilassati e degusta un pranzo a base di affettati locali, formaggi, bruschette, olio d'oliva, verdure di stagione e altre specialità abbinate a una selezione di vini della tenuta.