Top Tuscany Food Tours

Skip the tourist traps and taste authentic flavors of Florence on this small-group street food tasting tour: the perfect culinary journey for first-timers and veterans alike. Stroll through local food markets and sample traditional dishes including pasta, truffles, lampredotto, gelato, and more. Learn more about the city's history and culture and enjoy views of the city’s main landmarks along the way, from Santa Croce to Palazzo Vecchio.

Immerse yourself in Florence’s food and wine scene on this tasting tour. Uncover the city's culinary scene without having to plan a thing yourself. Enjoy carefully selected Tuscan specialities and expertly paired wines, including the city’s notable Negroni cocktail. Dine in comfort at sit-down stops, experience the atmosphere of a centuries-old wine cellar, and learn about the history of Florence’s wine windows.

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.

San Gimignano is surrounded by quiet countryside dotted with small wine estates. Visit one of these traditional farms and connect with local hosts on this tour and wine tasting experience. Take in the organic farm's garden, orchard, vineyard, olive grove, "vinsantaia" aging room, and cellar. Then enjoy a tasting of eight organic wines of your choice paired with the farm's own olive oil plus local cheeses and cold cuts and other culinary combinations.

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.

Discover the secrets of Tuscan cooking during this full-day experience, including a market visit and cooking class, topped off with a 4-course lunch. Shop for fresh ingredients at a Florentine market before venturing to a Tuscan farmhouse in the countryside. Take your cue from an expert chef as you create Italian dishes from scratch including bruschetta, pasta, roast pork, and tiramisù. Then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, complemented by Tuscan wine.

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.

Sample Italy's flagship Brunello di Montalcino wine in the hills where it’s produced with this exclusive winery tour and tasting at a medieval castle. Join a sommelier for a stroll through the vineyards to learn about the history and production of Brunello at this family-run estate, then relax over a tasting that pairs three different wines with local specialties. Cap off your experience with a three-course Tuscan lunch.

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

Sip some of Italy's most famous wine during a visit to an organic winery in the heart of the Chianti region. Tour the vineyards and organic winery between Radda and Panzano, right in the Chianti Classico wine-producing area. Learn about local wine making, and take part in a wine-tasting session at the conclusion of your tour. Sample between 3 and 6 wines, accompanied by appetizers that include bread with olive oil produced on-site.

Discover Tuscany's unique flavors with the help of a professional guide on this curated street food tour in Florence that includes a market visit too. Try handmade pasta, fresh truffles, cantucci cookies, coccoli doughballs, and hearty Tuscan soups, as well as extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Needless to say, there’s time for gelato too.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Florence on a day trip to the Chianti wine region, with round-trip transport from a convenient Florence location. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides insight into the winemaking process at vineyards often missed by visitors to Tuscany. The day’s itinerary includes wine tastings, an authentic Tuscan lunch, and a guided tour of San Gimignano..

This experience stands out by combining an indulgent cooking class on a panoramic terrace kitchen with a tour of vineyards and a 13th-century castle that's been in the family for 17 generations. Learn to make classic Tuscan dishes such as tagliatelle with Tuscan sauces and braised beef, and pair each with local wines for lunch. Then, tour the castle and wine cellar.

Florence is famous for its art and architecture, but even the most ardent culture lover needs a break. Delve into the city's cuisine and learn how to make authentic pizza and gelato during this hands-on cooking class. Led by a chef, sample a variety of pizzas before getting to work on your own creations, then watch the step-by-step demonstration of how gelato is made. Afterward, feast on your creations with unlimited wine.

Learn the secret to preparing pasta from scratch like a true Italian “nonna” in the heart of Florence with this hands-on pasta cooking class. Make three types of fresh pasta plus traditional sauces with guidance from your instructor as you sip unlimited Tuscan wine and connect with fellow foodies. Then cap off your lesson by sampling your creations with a celebratory meal served with even more wine.

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.

Get to know Pisa through its food on a walking tour around the city center. You'll learn about the local cuisine, culture, and culinary history of restaurants and other food venues as you sample a variety of items at some of the best places.

Enjoy 1.5 hours wine tasting experience in an historical cellar in the heart of Montepulciano. Together with an expert sommelier, discover the cellar’s underground of XVI century characterized by vaults and tunnels attributed of Etruscan civilization. Listen the history of this ancient cellar as well as the explanation of the methods and techniques of the wine production. During this journey follows a unique tradition in high quality wine production. Furthermore, discover private collection of old wine bottles tunnel and be amazed by the Etruscan tomb located in the cellar. Then, take part to an exclusive wine tasting experience combined to regional products. A sample of four local wines will be served with bread with a plate of local products. During this experience, you will taste four of the most important wines made in Montepulciano and known all around the world while a professional sommelier will explain you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellencies.

Understanding Tuscan food and wine culture from a restaurant table gives only a partial picture—an organic farm visit is the only way to see where the ingredients come from and learn the techniques behind the dishes firsthand. This hands-on tour in Fucecchio, roughly 45 minutes from Florence, covers barrel wine tastings, herb gathering, pasta making, and a sit-down meal on the farm.

1. Discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine A historic restaurant in the heart of Florence, with views of the Duomo dome and an atmosphere that takes you back in time. 2. Passionate Experts Learn from Italian chefs specializing in fresh pasta and tiramisu, who will guide you step by step. They are accompanied by an expert guide who will enrich the experience with fascinating stories about Florence, transforming the cooking class into a cultural journey. 3. A Complete Experience From preparing pasta to tasting selected wines, every detail is designed to let you experience the true essence of Florence. This course combines cooking, history, and tasting for a unique and unforgettable experience. 4. Memories and Skills In addition to creating delicious dishes, you will take home precious memories and new skills that you can use to recreate the Italian experience anywhere.

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.

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.