Top Lucca Holidays in 2026

Your experience will take place in an underground cellar with numerous rooms with stone barrel vaults that host more than fifty thousand different labels, the charm of the underground rooms is unique and suspended in an atmosphere of other times. The wine shop has been open since 1965 and remains a unique place in the province for the sale of wine in Lucca. It will be possible to learn about the expression of the Tuscan territory through wines that guests will taste, selected by our Sommelier, which contain the essence of the spirit of their producers and the denominations of origin.

Take a break from sightseeing and head to the hills surrounding Lucca to sample the area’s excellent wines. Connect with a winemaker at a boutique winery for a relaxed private tour through the vineyards and cellar, with plenty of time to ask questions about the history and production of the local vintages. Then relax on the terrace overlooking the rolling countryside to sample the estate’s wines and olive oil while enjoying the view.

I am a young entrepreneur running our family winery, set inside a charming monastery from the second half of the 1700s. Here, we carry on our project with passion and dedication to tradition, surrounded by an intimate, warm atmosphere that recalls ancient customs. Our tour is personally guided by us, the owners. It begins with an introduction to our history and philosophy, followed by a visit through the historic winery. At the end of the tour, you will enjoy a tasting of our wines paired with local specialties tailored to your visit time: light snacks for the morning tour, a light lunch for the midday session, or an aperitivo for the afternoon tour

I'm Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021, 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit 2 wineries representative of the denominations of the province of Lucca and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced and local delights! I love my job and constantly travel to discover small wineries "Light lunch" option includes lunch + 5/8 wines depending on cellar For pick-ups in places more than 15 km from the center of Lucca will be calculated a surcharge that I will inform you in advance, to be paid by credit card at the end of the tour

Most winery tours set the tastings in advance, with little room for personal preferences. On this private tour, tailor the experience to suit your tastes—no cookie-cutter experiences here. Choose between tasting four, six, or eight different wines, on top of a selection of snacks to go with them. There’s also the chance to try extra virgin olive oil for an even more well-rounded 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.

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.

Strike out from Lucca to explore the vineyard-covered hills without having to navigate the confusing country roads with this wine tour that includes pickup and all-day transportation. Stop for tours and tastings in two boutique cellars to meet the winemakers and sample their wines, served with local pecorino cheese, cold cuts, and other delicacies. Learn about the traditional techniques and modern innovations behind some of Tuscany’s top wines.

While in Lucca, tack an easy day trip to the Chianti region onto your itinerary. Your tour leader eliminates the hassle of navigating on your own so that you can take in the sweeping countryside views along the way. After a wine tasting with food pairings at a Chianti vineyard, continue on to the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. Round-trip transport is included for your convenience.

Explore Tuscany in a day and visit the beautiful medieval villages Siena and San Gimignano on a small group tour from Lucca. A special guided Chianti wine tasting is included. Discover the famous towers of San Gimignano, see the Piazza di Campo in Siena, and try Chianti red and Vernaccia white wines with olive oil, bruschettas, and Pecorino cheese.

Explore the rich culinary tapestry of Pistoia on a delightful 3-hour walking food tour led by local expert Giovanni. This intimate experience invites you to savor handmade pasta, traditional pappa al pomodoro, and artisanal gelato, all paired with exquisite Tuscan wines during a private tasting. Enjoy a spritz as you navigate through family-run eateries and hidden gems that showcase the true essence of Pistoia’s gastronomy. - Duration: 3 hours, starting at 5 PM with a maximum of 12 participants - Experience authentic Tuscan dishes and wines at 6 local venues - Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available upon request - Convenient meeting point at Piazza del Duomo, for an easy start to your culinary journey

The Pairing as a Dialogue: When wine meets local foods-such as artisanal cured meats, local cheeses, or fresh bread-a harmony is created that enriches the soul. Food does not merely serve to "cleanse" the palate but enhances the nuances of the bottle, making the experience personalized for each guest. Atmosphere and Sharing: The wine bar offers a warm and welcoming environment where passion becomes shared experience. It is a moment of reflection as well as empathy, where wine acts as a means to rediscover values and traditions.

Visit a real, family-owned working winery in the heart of Gaiole in Chianti and experience authentic Tuscany up close. Learn about organic farming, sustainable living, and traditional winemaking, explore the vineyards and cellar, and enjoy a guided tasting of Poggio San Polo wines paired with local products and olive oil. This is a hands-on, immersive Chianti experience you won’t find anywhere else.

Explore the picturesque Tuscan countryside on this self-guided bike tour from Lucca to Montecarlo. Pedal through scenic vineyards, olive groves, and historic villas as you traverse the renowned wine roads. Take breaks for wine tastings or enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch at charming trattorias in Montecarlo. With an easy-to-follow app and a self-guided kit, you can set your own pace while soaking in the stunning views. Perfect for biking enthusiasts, this tour promises an authentic taste of Tuscany. - Self-guided tour with flexible itineraries and a mobile app - Choose between E-bike or Trekking bike for your adventure - Enjoy a scenic 54 km roundtrip, usually taking 5 hours in total - Wine tasting and lunch options available in Montecarlo

WELCOME TO THE WINE COUNTRY OF LUCCA! A unique area of Tuscany where you will experience amazing wine tastings in an area still unknown to most of the World but with amazing locations, traditions, wine, and food! We will stop in Lucca in the morning for a coffee break and pictures! Later on, we will start to drive across the famous Tuscany countryside including Montecarlo DOC (the wine production area). Rolling hills and farmland will capture your sight during the entire day. This is a great opportunity to visit off-the-beaten-path locations away from the big crowds and noise of the city. On this tour will select one of our favorite wineries for you! Enjoy great wines, excellent home made food and meet the locals! Get ready for a relaxing day with us!

Wine tastings in Lucca come directly to your home or hotel, including facilities in the historic center and on the surrounding hills. Simone Vergamini will guide you in discovering the art of tasting, the local wine region, and its wineries, proposing five wines from small producers – mostly certified organic – accompanied by bread, cheeses, and extra virgin olive oil from the area. Elected best sommelier of Tuscany in 2023, Vergamini will curate the service using dedicated glasses (five for each participant), for an experience characterized by exclusivity.

We invite you to experience something unique: an exclusive cooking class directly at the Chef's home. Not just any class in an aseptic school, but a journey into the most authentic flavors, welcomed by the warmth of a real home kitchen. Here's what awaits you: Authentic dishes and ingredients of excellence: You will learn to cook using only very fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients. You will rediscover the value of simplicity and quality, transforming excellent raw materials into masterpieces of taste.

Explore two charming Italian towns, Siena and San Gimignano—without having to rent a car or tackle public transport—on this full-day trip from Pisa. Travel through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to your first stop, San Gimignano, and enjoy free time to shop, eat, or explore. Continue to Siena—known for its well-preserved medieval architecture—and choose whether to wander historic streets, sample gelato (own expense), or visit one of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments. End the day back in Pisa.

This tour includes a car at your disposal during the tour and a transfer to San Gimignano, where you’ll have free time to explore the beautiful medieval village of San Gimignano. Then transfer to a winery in the countryside where you’ll have a guided tour of the estate, a winery lunch in the cellar with local products (Lasagna or Tuscan Ribollita + Roasted meat with roasted potatoes and vegetables + Dessert with Cantuccini and Vinsanto) and a Wine & Olive Oil Tasting of 8 wines and oils with Appetizers (Tuscan cheeses and salami, Bruschetta and snack). After Lunch, 2 hrs free tour of Siena: its soaring skyline is its pride, dominated by the gothic cathedral (Duomo is one of the most spectacular in Italy and one of the few to have been built south of the Alps in full Gothic style) and the taut needle of the Torre del Mangia and yet the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, probably captures the most attention and fame.

What we propose is a beautiful visit among its famous alleys and buildings, to enjoy this small medieval village that still today smells of history, ancient events, legends and much more! But since San Miniato is not only a land of history and truffles, but also of good wine, why not to taste some of the most delicious wines in some of the most famous wineries in our area to enjoy this delicious nectar? You will have the opportunity to taste the finest wines comfortably seated and to savor one of the typical experiences of our area! We are sure you will be fully satisfied, also because afterwards you can buy the wines that you liked the most, to bring home a tasty memory of our wonderful hills!

Sample some of the bounty of the Tuscan hills with this 3-hour wine and food trip to Montecarlo from Lucca. Visit a winery in the Medieval village of Montecarlo, overlooking Val di Nievole. Taste local wines with cheese, cured meat, bread, and olive oil. Learn about life in the village from the owner or a guide.

Come to Tuscany! A tour to discover the city of Lucca with its vineyards, olive trees and beautiful Villas! If you want to spend a few hours in the countryside, away from traffic and chaos, this is the tour for you! Here's what we'll do together: -We ride along the river and low traffic roads (about 1 hour) This path is almost all pedestrian, very safe -Villa Reale We visit the Park walking surrounded by nature and admiring Camellias, ancient trees and extraordinary architecture We visit the inside of the Villa walking among the rooms that were the residence of Princess Elisa Baciocchi, Napoleon's sister -Short walk through vineyards and olive trees to get -Free time for our souvenir photos! -Return with our e-bikes (about 1 hour)

Tenuta San Pietro is a historic company in the Lucca hills, an ancient village dating back to 1660, which has been handed down for seven generations thanks to the Mazzarosa family. Stunning panoramic view, organic and natural wines accompanied by typical local products.