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Take a break from busy Rome, and spend time in the small town of Frascati on this private day trip. Getting off the beaten track isn’t easy when you don’t know your way around, making this tour great for those looking for a hassle-free way of seeing more of the surrounding region. Enjoy an itinerary that includes a walking tour and a guided wine tasting at a family-run winery.

Foodies, wine lovers, or anyone looking for a fun night out will enjoy this evening walking tour through Rome’s Jewish Quarter and beyond. Admire the architecture as you eat your way through the neighborhood. Your guide will direct you to the best eateries in the city, many of which are family-run. Enhance the experience with wine tastings, too. This is a small-group tour so you can make new friends.

Get out of Rome for the day and enjoy the Tuscan countryside without needing to spend the night—ideal if you’re short on time. Visit vineyards with beautiful views over the ancient landscapes, sit down to a 3-course meal at one winery restaurant, and get the chance to sample a variety of local wines. Receive personalized attention from your guide, too, as this is an intimate small-group tour.

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.

Create authentic Italian dishes in this small-group, pasta-making masterclass, located right by Rome’s Colosseum—a hands-on alternative to restaurant reservations. With guidance from a local chef, learn to make traditional ravioli and the ultimate tiramisu. Discover the history of Italian cuisine before sitting down to a tasting session to enjoy your creations alongside unlimited wine and panoramic views of the Colosseum.

See a side of the Rome region that few other travelers get to explore on this full-day countryside tour. Travel along the ancient Appian Way, stop at Lake Nemi, and visit vineyards and other gourmet destinations to indulge in local flavors. Taste excellent regional wines, specialty products such as porchetta, and more, all while your guide shares insights into the history and culture of the beautiful landscape.

Learn to cook classic Roman dishes during a group cooking class held inside a local restaurant near the Vatican. Instead of just dining out, step into the kitchen to prepare fresh fettuccine, stuffed ravioli, and tiramisu, with guidance that helps you recreate the recipes at home. After cooking, sit down with your group to enjoy your meal with unlimited wine, plus additional courses prepared by the chef.

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.

Welcome to our culinary experience, where you'll journey back in time to a setting reminiscent of our grandmother's kitchen, uncovering her cherished cooking secrets. You'll learn to prepare traditional handmade fettuccine, fluffy dumplings, and delectable tiramisu. Begin with a glass of Prosecco, enjoy our crispy bruschetta during the class, and then sit down to savor the pasta dishes accompanied by two glasses of Italian fine wine of your choice from a selection of white and red wines. Our knowledgeable host will guide you through each step, sharing delightful stories about the food, family traditions, and addressing all your inquiries. This experience is a wonderful opportunity for us to share our love and passion for authentic, fresh ingredients, the significance of family traditions, and the joy of relishing a meal crafted with love alongside your nearest and dearest.

Discover how real Romans live—and eat—on a tour that takes you well off the typical tourist trail. Meet your guide in Testaccio, an authentic working-class neighborhood that’s known as a foodie haven by locals. Discover local culture by way of its cuisine as you visit cafés, bakeries, markets, and wine bars. Savor more than a dozen samples in all, including fresh-roasted espresso, handmade pasta, buffalo mozzarella, regional wines, and some of the city’s best gelato.

Savor fine wines and relish a delicious dinner in a warm, candlelit atmosphere in an ancient Roman cellar tucked away in Pigneto with a rich history. Once a Roman quarry and WWII shelter, this hidden gem now hosts tastings of local and sparkling wines paired with gourmet bites—an evening rich in flavor, history, and atmosphere.

Take a break from the city and soak up the Italian countryside with this wine-tasting experience. Located just outside Rome, sit back in a private transfer to a family-owned winery and villa. Savor the flavors of local wine and food, and enjoy a guided tour of the vineyard and wine cellar. Perfect for foodies, as well as those looking for a little dose of calm during their vacation.

Learn to make classic Italian dishes such as fettuccine pasta and tiramisu during this hands-on workshop in the heart of Rome. Led by your cook guide, enjoy a beginner-friendly workshop where you learn to make these iconic dishes from scratch. Plus, you can choose the sauce that your handmade pasta is served with. Then, cap off the experience when you sit down with your fellow classmates and enjoy the meal with a glass of wine, plus limoncello or coffee.

Get transported to ancient Rome with an authentic Italian food and wine tasting in the ancient thermal baths of Agrippa: An opportunity to learn about ancient Roman cuisine while actually dining in ancient ruins. Candlelight adds to the magical ambiance, and each dish is paired with the perfect wine to enhance the experience. To ensure you have the atmospheric area for just you and your party, upgrade to a private experience.

Experience the food and wine of Frascati on this guided excursion. Travel independently from Rome's Termini Station with your provided tickets and meet your guide in Frascati. Then, embark on a tour of the ancient wine-making town: your first stop is the historic center, which you explore for about an hour. Afterward, visit a winery for three wine tastings, and return to a Frascati for little shipping and a lunch of local delicacies such as roasted pork, focaccia, and biscotti—fresh from an antique wood-fired oven.

Learn how to eat and drink like a local during this group dinner crawl through Rome's Trastevere neighborhood. Skip the tourist traps and explore hidden gems and eateries locals go to. Understand the history of Roman cuisine and meet the people behind the city’s notable gastronomy. Taste several traditional dishes along the way, from pizza and pasta to cheeses, Italian wine, and gelato.

Learn how to order and drink wine like a pro during this small-group tasting experience in trendy Trastevere. Taste two hand-picked Italian wines paired with local delicacies such as truffles, pecorino Romano, and Barolo cheese. Train your nose and savor wine like a Roman while hearing stories about local winemaking traditions in a local restaurant setting.

Tick off more highlights of Tuscany in less time—and enjoy a more personalized way to travel—on an activity-packed day trip great for first-time visitors. With just your guide (or small group, if option selected) for company, zip between highlights from Siena and Monteriggioni to San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Benefit from the included transit and your guide's insider knowledge along the way, and even enjoy a wine tasting and lunch.

Go kayaking across Lake Albano in Castel Gandolfo, a town located southeast of Rome. As you paddle across the water, enjoy the tranquil environment and scenery of the lake, and hear about the history of the town, which is home to the pope's summer residence. You also have the chance to sample wine and local food items.

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.

Get hands‐on with Roman cuisine the local way in this private cooking class, where you’ll learn to make three classic pastas and enjoy them paired with classic Roman wines. With a local chef guiding you, you’ll not only taste the results but understand the techniques and traditions behind Italy’s most beloved dishes—and take them home to share with others for years to come.

If you’re short on time but want to make the most of your visit to Italy, experience the famous Tuscan countryside with this full-day tour from Rome. Travel by air-conditioned minivan to a landscape of rolling hills, olive groves and vineyards, stopping to stroll through the UNESCO-listed hilltop village of San Gimignano. Visit a winery in the famed Chianti region for a tour and tasting with appetizers, and explore the well-preserved medieval city of Siena.

Eat and drink your way around Rome on an evening food tour of the city center and atmospheric Trastevere. In a small group, learn about Rome’s cuisine through the ages, get tips for places to eat, and sample some of the finest food in town. The half-day tour is done on foot, and includes ample food samples, supper in a Trastevere restaurant, and a locally made gelato.

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.