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Finding space at popular local restaurants in the evening can be difficult in Rome. This small-group food tour explores Trastevere and includes priority access to notable venues. Walk between tastings with your guide while sampling DOC prosecco, traditional Roman recipes, street food, classic pasta dishes, and more. Along the way, receive insider tips on where and how locals eat, making it easier to navigate Rome’s dining scene during the rest of your stay.

Take a breather from the hustle and bustle of Florence on this trip to Chianti. Perfect for foodies and wine enthusiasts, this itinerary includes stops at a local vinegar distillery and a winery that includes multiple wine tastings. Don't worry about finding a designated driver; a coach driver will take on travel duty. Relax in the rolling countryside and take in the picturesque scenery throughout your trip.

Experience the place where Valpolicella wines have been artfully made for centuries on this half-day, guided winery tour and visit the hamlet of San Giorgio di Valpolicella. Sample Italian wines paired with local snacks and hear about the local harvesting and wine-making history and processes from a local sommelier. Learn about the countryside and enjoy a walk in the hamlet streets.

Experience the true flavor of the Tuscan countryside and go wine tasting without having to drive on this Chianti wine tour from Florence. Led by a professional tour escort, visit local wineries in scenic villages to sample revered Tuscan wines and learn winemaking secrets. Alternatively, enhance your day with a morning cooking class preparing traditional Tuscan recipes paired with premium wines.

While many visitors to Rome rave about the food and wine, most don’t get the chance to visit Frascati, which has been known for its excellent local cuisine for centuries. This food tour gets you out of the city and into this culinary heaven, where you will have time to explore the old town, try out traditional specialties, and sample heirloom wines at a historic family-run winery.

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.

Get a taste of Tuscany's culinary legacy on this wine and food tour from Florence. Led by a guide, travel through the Tuscan hills in a 4WD vehicle, stopping to visit historic wine estates and cellars along the way. Sample specialities at each stop, and enjoy a 3-course meal in the Tuscan countryside before returning to Florence. With several touring options available, find one that'll suit your schedule and budget.

Rome’s crowds and fast pace can make it hard to enjoy Italy’s wine culture in a relaxed setting. This half-day, small-group tour offers an easy escape to the hill town of Frascati, where vineyards and historic streets replace busy city traffic. Begin with a walk through the old town, then continue to a 16th-century farmhouse for a guided visit with the winemaker and a sommelier-led tasting. Finish with an open-air pasta lunch in the vineyard, pairing local flavors with regional wines for an immersive experience.

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.

Taste your way through Rome like locals do on this small-group food tour of the Trastevere neighborhood. Your guide will take you to four carefully selected eateries in the historic neighborhood where you can sample authentic Roman dishes, from street food and cured meats to baccalà and gelato. You'll also sit down for a meal at a restaurant and drink wine and beer.

Visit a villa winery in Domaso on Lake Como, and experience an authentic Italian family-run wine estate that’s been nurtured through the generations. Ideal if you’re looking for a Lake Como experience with a difference, the visit includes a tour of the wine cellar followed by an extravagant tasting session. You’ll savor local specialities that have been carefully chosen to complement the wine as you learn about viticulture in the northern Italian region.

Get to know Rome's popular Trastevere neighborhood through its food and wine—and discover bites and restaurants you'd otherwise miss—on this half-day walking tour. With just a small group for company, visit local-favorite venues for multiple tastings, including cheese, ham, pizza, pasta, and aged balsamic vinegar. Explore Trastevere’s cobblestone streets between sampling local wines and beers. Save room for the tour’s final bite: traditional gelato.

Travel by private vehicle from Venice into the scenic Prosecco Hills for a special day of wine tasting. You’ll learn all about Prosecco wine making and sample high-quality sparkling wine at two establishments. In between, visit your guide’s family-run osteria for a typical 4-course lunch with recipes passed down from “Nonna” and delicious homemade desserts.This full-day tour holds a limit of eight passengers to ensure an intimate experience.

Pair an e-bike tour with a wine tasting to put a fun twist on your Lucca sightseeing plans. This half-day tour takes place in a small group of just 10 people with a local guide, meaning you'll pedal around the walls and cycle paths of Lucca with less rush. Let your bike's electric motor do the hard work on any hills beyond the city, and finish on a high note with a wine tasting at a local wine estate.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food plays a part in Roman culture, and enjoy sampling food and wine at various vendors in the city.

The Tuscan region of Chianti is known for its wine, but sussing out the best wineries on your own can take hours of research. Skip the hassle and head straight to three hand-picked wineries to tour the wine cellars and taste different varietals on this group wine tour from Florence. Midday, treat your senses to a light lunch of fresh regional products like bruschetta, handmade pasta, cheese, and salami. You'll also travel through the Tuscan countryside dotted with vineyards, olive groves, and villas, stopping to explore the traditional village of Greve.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but what happens when your vacation ends? Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. Your professional Italian chef provides a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Then, receive recipes to take home and practice your newfound skills.

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.

The Bologna food region is one of the most famous in Italy, but finding the best producers to visit on your own takes hours of research. On this culinary tour, visit local and family-run producers most tourists miss for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Modena balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, and wine. Enjoy samples along the way, and indulge in breakfast and a multi-course Italian lunch with wine pairings.

Avoid wasting time waiting for a taxi or navigating unfamiliar public transportation with this hassle-free private transfer service. Meet your driver as you exit the arrival terminal at Fiumicino airport, and relax on the journey to your city hotel while you leave the tricky traffic to an expert. Enjoy the ease of drop-off directly at your hotel or other accommodation in Rome's city center.

Visit a family-run winery in Chianti to experience the traditional side of local winemaking. With an included tasting of several house wines, this tour of Montefioralle Winery goes from Chianti classic to sweet vin santo. In warm weather, you can sample the wine in a scenic outdoor spot with views of the vines and the surrounding historic village.

Venture into Tuscany on this day trip from Florence and discover the region's highlights with the help of a local guide. Explore the medieval city of Siena and its cathedral before heading to the hills of Chianti for a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting (optional). Roam the streets of San Gimignano and travel to Pisa to admire the architectural drama of Cathedral Square—home to the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa. Upgrade to include admission to climb the tower.

See the Tuscan gems of San Gimignano, Siena, and Monteriggioni in just one day on this group tour from Florence. First, stop in the medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano before seeing the intact walls of Monteriggioni. Then it is time for a typical Tuscan lunch at a Chianti wintery 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.

Experience the famous beauty and flavor of Italy’s Chianti wine region on this half-day tour from Florence. Travel through the rolling hills and vineyards of the Tuscan countryside, stopping at two estate wineries to taste authentic Chianti wines and snack on regional specialties like bruschetta and cheese.