Top Italy Wine Tasting Tours - page 11

Visit a 900-year-old Tuscan castle, where you can learn how to make pasta and taste wine from the historic cellars, on this half-day tour. With a small group, eat a lunch of pasta you made by hand and taste three wines. After lunch, enjoy free time to explore the vineyards and wander the castle's grounds.

The Slovenia border is right next to Trieste with a small, yet scenic, slither of coastline that’s in easy reach. The best way to discover it is with a local guide, so do just that on this half-day trip from Trieste. You’ll visit the towns of Koper, Izola, and Piran, and finish up in Portorož in the heart of Slovenia’s Istria wine region. A tasting of up to three local wine varietals is one of the highlights.

Use great quality ingredients under the supervision of the head of personnel to make two different kinds of pasta and tiramisu during this small-group cooking class. Flavor your pasta with fresh truffle and 24-month aged parmesan, and taste Tuscan wine to go with your meal. Get home from your vacation with not just fond memories, but new cooking skills to wow your friends and family.

Trade the busy streets of Rome for the rolling hills of Tuscany on this private driving tour. Take in Chianti’s rolling vineyards during the drive and visit the medieval towns of Siena and San Gimignano. Enjoy free time to admire Siena’s Piazza del Campo and Duomo before continuing on to a winery to taste some local wine and have lunch (included in the price). End your day with a stroll through the UNESCO-listed old town of San Gimignano.

Bologna is famous for its wines—but what if you don’t know your Sangiovese from your Pignoletto? Ideal for anyone looking for a gastronomy crash course, this private, deluxe food and wine experience treats travelers to a sommelier-led wine tasting paired with artisanal cheeses, meats, and olive oils from the region. And, if you're already a wine expert, get a chance to test your knowledge with Rewine technology.

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.

Escape the bustle of Florence and immerse yourself in Tuscany's stunning countryside during this private half-day tour. Embark on a leisurely horseback ride through the rolling hills and vineyards of Chianti. Make a stop at a historic wine estate for a guided tour and topped off with a tasting of three Chianti wines paired with local snacks.

When visiting Florence (or Siena), spend a delicious day winery hopping in the renowned Chianti wine region. Visit two of the best estates for tastings of Chianti Classico and other top varietals, and enjoy a gourmet lunch of Tuscan specialties. There's also time to soak up countryside culture and history with a stop in San Gimignano or Monteriggioni, two of the best-preserved medieval towns in Tuscany.

Escape the bustle of Rome for a lovely half day in the countryside. Drive in luxury to the 300-year old winery and learn about the art and history of wine-making. Wine was an important part of ancient Roman culture, and this tour gives you the opportunity to learn more about the process. Your tour concludes with many visitor’s favorite part---a wine tasting paired with small snacks.

Manarola wine tasting experience is a nice walk through the Manarola vineyards among panoramic points to take beautiful photos, good local wine and flavors, snacks and an exclusive moment in an amazing old cellar from the 1800s, relax and sharing at the convivial table, nice music.

The only authentic aperitif in the vineyard of Tuscany. It is a story of passion, of farmers, and historical places: a winery off the beaten path, far away from the crowd, but close to the Tuscan traditions. I will pick you up at your in Lucca with my professional van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany. We will start our tour with a walk in the vineyard and we will visit the cellar where you will discover all the secrets of Tuscan wine, thanks to the explanations and the life stories of the farmer. Then, you will taste the wines of the production enjoying a real Tuscan atmosphere. Every wine will be matched with a few products from the garden and some specialties, like salami and pecorino cheese from Tuscany.. a dip in the Tuscan table culture! Remember: it's not a complete lunch... it is about learn how to pair wine and food :) "It's not just drinking wine: we want to make you know the real Tuscany, we want to tell you the story of our roots"

Spend a day cycling through the beautiful Tuscan hillsides surrounding Florence on an easy-to-pedal e-bike. Travel through the enchanting landscape of vineyards, villas, and olive orchards, stopping to take photos. Learn more about the area’s history from your friendly guide, and avoid the risk of getting lost. Stop at a family-run Chianti wine estate for a guided tour and a traditional homemade Tuscan lunch, with wine and olive oil tastings.

Sip wine on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius during a lunch and wine tasting session. With a guide, you'll travel from the station near the Pompeii ruins to a family-owned winery in the volcanic hills. Meet the owners over a welcome drink, then tour the vineyard before you savor a generous lunch made with ingredients from the estate. Each course is paired with wine to complement the flavors, and you'll learn about wine growing in the region as you eat.

We will make you discover Mount Etna. One of the UNESCO sites of Italy.You will not take a tour but an experience that will remain for a lifetime, from the history of the volcano Etna to the production of Etna s DOC wines we will visit the places destroyed by the most famous eruption of Etna in 1669, we will visit the remains of the church buried Under the casting of 1669 , we will stop in a typical village of Etna where you will admire the houses built of lava stone and its beautiful square to conclude a visit to the cellar with wine tasting of Etna where you will taste a series of wines with lunch of typical products.

Rome’s Monti neighborhood is known for its bohemian ambiance and winding lanes, dotted with traditional bars, trattorias, and restaurants. On this small-group tour, discover the district’s foodie hotspots with a local guide who knows all the best places to snack and dine. Dive into Monti’s history and culture as you explore the streets, get recommendations on where to eat and drink in the area, and sample a variety of typical foods along the way.

Hop on an e-bike for a tour that combines Orvieto history and culture with tastings of local wine and food. You’ll pedal with ease behind a local guide, and follow a route that takes in sights of Orvieto Cathedral and the Church of San Giovenale. Stop to visit the Orvieto Underground with a prebooked ticket, soak up views from Rocca Albornoziana, and spend time in an ancient wine cellar, too.

Leave the bustle and chaos of Rome behind for the day and experience the best of Tivoli’s culture and cuisine on this private tour. Travel to Tivoli in comfortable, private transport from your hotel to avoid the stress of public transport. Explore the ornate Villa d’Este gardens at your own pace plus connect with a local chef for a hands-on pasta cooking class and traditional lunch.

The Italian city of Genoa, where pesto got its start, is home to antique shops; stunning 15th-, 16th-, and 17th-century palaces; and scores of outstanding restaurants and bars. This tour leads you through the top sites, secluded squares, and hidden spots. You’ll try local Prosecco, coffee, pesto, and focaccia, all with the expertise of a local guide.

This afternoon excursion takes you beyond the tourist hot spots of Florence to the heart of Chianti, famous for its scenic beauty, rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves. Venture into the Tuscan countryside on this private day trip, which includes a personal driver-guide who saves you from having to worry about driving after imbibing. Tour the notable wine region of Chianti—and choose to visit a local winery, where you can enjoy a tasting (own expense)—before enjoying free time to explore the town of Greve.

When you’re in the Tuscan city of Siena, don’t miss the chance to discover its famous wines and enjoy some local food, too. This small-group wine tour visits a winery near Siena’s historical center, and gives the lowdown on the winery’s organic production methods. After visiting the vineyard, you’ll savor a meal made with local produce along with samples of five organic wine varietals. Numbers are limited to 12 per group.

Sardinia is known primarily for its spectacular beaches, but this island also produces excellent wine and olive oil. Sample these local specialties for yourself during this guided tasting at a boutique winery set inside the Porto Conte Natural Reserve. Learn about the native grapes and olive tree varieties while tasting a number of wines paired with cheese and sausage and end with a tasting of extra-virgin olive oil.

Discover Rome’s rich gastronomic traditions on this half-day, small-group tasting tour. Explore the Trevi district and visit the Campo de Fiori Market to sample a number of treats such as pizza, cured meats, prosciutto, pasta, gelato, and much more. See some of the Eternal City’s famous landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and more as you follow your guide around some of Rome’s hidden gems.

Discover the wine of Assisi during a tasting session, then finish on a high note with a picnic amid panoramic vineyards. Taking place at the SAIO Assisi “cantina” just outside the city, the 2-person experience starts with an intro to the estate’s wine and continues with a self-guided stroll through their vineyards to a lookout point; postcard-perfect views, a picnic of local produce, and your favorite wine awaits.

Tuscany is known for its excellent vintages, but the world of Tuscan wine can be overwhelming for a novice. With this informal wine class, you’ll get your bearings and learn to recognize the most important and storied wines of Tuscany. Delve into the history of Tuscany’s wine production, discover the different wine-producing areas and grapes, and sample a number of reds and whites from the region.