Top Italy Unique Experiences - page 4

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.

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.

Experience a side of Rome rare to visitors with a mosaic-making workshop in the heart of the city—all materials and a silver frame included. Get hands-on instruction in techniques used by 19th-century artisans. Workshops are limited to only seven participants, ensuring each jewelry-maker will get personalized attention. Bottled water is provided, plus a complimentary tea or coffee.

Master the art of one of Italy’s finest exports during a pizza making class in Rome. The short duration of this class makes it ideal for time-pressed travelers, while a personal cooking station and small group ensure that you receive personal attention from your guide. Learn the secrets to making the perfect pie—from delicious dough and sauces, to the perfect rolling and cooking techniques.

Join a Lokafyer guide in Milan for a private walking tour that trades typical tourist sites for a more authentic experience of the city. Like having a local friend to show you around, you’ll get an inside perspective complete with tips and advice that come from living in Milan. It’s a new concept in travel that’s tailored to you, whether you’re all about shopping or searching out local flavors.

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.

The Jewish Ghetto and Campo de’ Fiori neighborhoods are synonymous with traditional Roman cuisine, but dodging tourist traps and finding authentic eats can be a challenge. Enjoy seven tasty food stops—paired with wine, beer, and soft drinks—during this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Listen to stories about the Eternal City’s rich history along the way, capped off by dinner among the ruins of an ancient Roman theater.

During this experience you can discover all the secrets of truffle hunting, from dog training to the recognition of plants and where this precious fruit of the earth can grow. You will experience the thrill of an authentic truffle hunt and after that you will be able to taste numerous dishes filled with fresh truffles. All accompanied by an excellent wine.

Learn the Italian craft of making pizza and gelato with this hands-on class in central Rome. Snack on antipasti on arrival and get tips from an Italian chef on how to knead pizza dough. Create your own pizza with the toppings of your choice and feast on pizza, gelato, and local wines during a sit down dinner after the class.

Meet your host, Massimo, for a fun and informative private cooking class. Shop for ingredients at the Mercato di Rialto (if option selected), then head back to Massimo’s for a lesson in Italian cuisine. Learn to prepare dishes from the Veneto region and make homemade pasta and focaccia bread from scratch. After the lesson, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared together.

Step into a real Roman kitchen and learn how to make fresh pasta and a classic creamy tiramisu with a local chef during this small-group cooking masterclass. Discover the secrets behind iconic sauces like carbonara and cacio e pepe while enjoying local drinks and insights into Italian culinary traditions. End the experience by savoring your handmade dishes with wine and limoncello, then take home a recipe ebook to recreate the flavors at home.

See Rome's key sights along with its lesser-known hidden gems on this e-bike tour of the city. With your local guide and small group, pedal past ancient landmarks, admire shopping streets, explore bustling squares, and visit historic churches. Perfect for those who enjoy combining physical activity with sightseeing when on vacation.

Learn to prepare Southern Italian cuisine like a local with this private cooking class. Meet at the home of your instructor and learn the secrets of famous Neapolitan dishes such as spaghetti with fresh clams or paccheri pasta with potatoes. After watching a cooking demonstration, try your hand at cooking from your workstation with all the needed tools and ingredients. Then, enjoy the fruit of your labors with local wines.

Master three different traditional pasta recipes during this private cooking workshop in Messina. Head to the home of a local cook for a culinary immersion. Put your cooking skills to the test at your own workstation with ingredients and tools. Then, taste your home-cooked creations, paired with red and white local wines.

Get the kids into cooking in a fun way with this small-group 2-hour pizza-making class for the family in Rome. Learn the secrets of making an authentic Italian pizza from a real pizza chef. Get hands-on experience along every step of the process, from preparing the dough to putting it in a real stone oven, with this workshop designed for kids and adults. Eat your delicious creation at the end of class.

Castel Gandolfo sits above the placid waters of Lake Albano, rich in history and natural beauty. With this tour, glide along the lakeshore in a single or double kayak to admire sites dating back thousands of years, from the remains of a prehistoric village and ancient Roman port to the spot where popes would once dive into the crystalline lake from their nearby summer palace.

Pizza is undeniably one of Italy’s most famous culinary exports. Learn the secrets behind traditional pizza making in Rome with this small-group cooking class. Under the guidance of an Italian chef, you’ll make pizza dough from scratch and top it with your favorite ingredients before feasting on the fruits of your labor with fellow foodies. Conclude your experience with Italian gelato.

Explore the rolling hills, sun-blushed vineyards, and winding country lanes of Tuscany from a classic Italian Vespa. Hop aboard your own 50cc Original Piaggio Vespa scooter or share one with a friend, and follow your guide on a scenic tour of the Chianti region. Enjoy the views of the skyline of the Medieval walled city of San Gimignano, jump off to admire the views, and enjoy a delicious wine-tasting lunch at a Tuscan winery.

Cover Rome's far-flung sights without the hassle of walking or navigating public transportation on this e-bike tour of the city. Explore the city with ease, as the e-bike provides a little added assistance when you pedal. Cycle past top attractions such as the Pantheon, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps, plus break up your day with lunch at a traditional Roman trattoria.

Opt for a private cooking class that ensures you receive undivided attention with this hands-on cultural experience in the countryside of Florence. Learn to make fresh pasta, sauce, and dessert, and benefit from the insider knowledge of a local who’s passionate about Tuscan food. Round-trip transportation from Florence makes reaching the class hassle-free, and you cap off the class with a meal featuring the dishes you've prepared.

While typical tours showcase Florence’s sights, they can’t connect you to the city the way a local friend can. This private walking tour links you with a Florentine for their perspective on the city. Share your travel wish list with your friend-in-the-making, and enjoy a walk customized to you and packed with local tips on transport, culture, and places to see and eat at.

Explore the Tuscan countryside in true Italian style — on a Vespa! After a short van ride from Florence and a riding lesson, spend the morning zipping along scenic country roads from the seat of your very own two-wheeler. Cap off your ride with a traditional Tuscan lunch and Chianti wine tasting before heading back to Florence in time for other planned activities—or an afternoon nap.

There's nothing like a homecooked meal to complete your Roman holiday and with this small-group tour, you can learn to make authentic Italian food from scratch. Head to the town of Zagarolo, located in the beautiful Roman countryside, and learn how to prepare a traditional Italian meal from start to finish with your host. Then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labor with your host and some homemade wine before heading back to the big city.

Spend three delicious hours learning how to cook Italian cuisine in Sorrento. Led by an experienced chef, this cooking class provides instruction on making dishes such as handmade gnocchi, meatballs, eggplant parmesan and tiramisu. When you're finished, enjoy your creations. Wine is included. Select from three menu categories when booking: fish, meat or vegetarian.