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Discover the authentic taste of Lucca with a hands-on Lasagna masterclass. Led by a skilled local home cook, you'll learn to make fresh pasta, a rich ragù, and a creamy béchamel sauce from scratch. As you assemble the lasagna, you'll gain insight into the perfect balance of flavors that define this iconic dish. While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about Lucca's culinary traditions, and experience genuine Italian hospitality. Afterward, savor your homemade lasagna paired with a glass of regional wine for a truly immersive experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide. Join us to cook, taste, and experience Bologna like a local!

Learn how to make traditional Tuscan pasta from scratch during this small-group cooking class in the home of a local in Lucca. Once everything is prepared, enjoy the fruits of your labor with a selection of red and white regional wines, plus coffee. All materials and ingredients are provided, as is your fully-equipped workstation.

Rest your feet and enjoy a glass of fine wine during this private panoramic tour of Florence by boat. Step aboard a vintage wooden vessel and embark on an exploration of this historic city while you gently cruise on the Arno River. This private tour allows you to immerse yourself in the beauty of Florence while relaxing at the same time.

Italy's culinary culture is like nowhere else on earth, and taking a cooking class is a great way to bring a bit of that culture home with you. With this private cooking class, you'll learn how to cook in the home of a local expert. You'll start with a visit to a market to choose three to five ingredients, followed by a private cooking class where you'll get to create, and eat, a meal all your own.

Check off Florence’s two main art museums in just a few hours with this time-saving combination Accademia and Uffizi tour. Avoid the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and visit both museums with a guide to focus on the highlights without getting overwhelmed by their vast collections. Marvel at Michelangelo’s “David” plus works by Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, Caravaggio, and other great artists and learn about the history and significance of these Renaissance masterpieces.

Cuisine plays a huge role in Italian culture, and surely nothing ranks as highly on Italian menus as pasta. During this tour, step into the kitchen and master the art of pasta-making the traditional way. Under guidance from your instructor, learn the secrets that make Italian pasta special. Using carefully selected seasonal ingredients, prepare three pasta dishes with a dessert, and savor your meal alongside your fellow foodies.

Explore the Pitti Palace and discover the extravagance of the Medici family, the de facto rulers of Renaissance Florence, on this guided tour. As you explore the Palatine Gallery, you’ll learn about the family’s power and see the impressive collection of art they amassed, with works by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Botticelli, and more. Afterwards, explore the remaining collections inside Pitti Palace at your own pace.

If you want to live a unique and immersive experience, "La Sala della Musica" is for you and allows you to enter the artist's house and live a private concert in close contact with the artists in a suggestive location, where the beauty of nature blends with the artist's mastery. It will be possible to immerse yourself in nature and music in the land of Giacomo Puccini and Luigi Boccherini in an ancient eighteenth-century farmhouse with a privileged view of the towers of Lucca. To ensure an intimate and family atmosphere, a maximum of 15 people will be accommodated at a time. We will offer a welcome glass of local red wine and other local products. Seeing performers play at a distance of just over a meter is an unusual experience, impossible to create in the theater or auditorium; for this reason the emotional impact will be amplified.

Discover the magnificent architecture of the Renaissance on this full-day tour from Florence to Pisa and Lucca. Explore the famous marble monuments of Pisa’s Piazza dei Miracoli with a guide, including the city’s grand cathedral and vaulted cemetery. For the ultimate Pisa experience, climb the famous leaning tower and soak up panoramic views. After a stop at a local vintner’s shop for wine tasting, continue on to the medieval walled city of Lucca, where you’ll enjoy free time to stroll the well-preserved streets and squares your own.

Three times a week, in the Florentine city center, there is a special food experience going on: Italian pasta cooking class! It lasts about 3-hours and it is held in Florence. The cooking class starts: four of the most traditional Italian pastas are taking life.Three hand-made pasta with sauces, with meat and vegetables and a dessert are the very heart of the cooking experience. Included in the experiences there are water and wine. At the end of the class there is the “food tasting”: you are going to taste what you have cooked. Vegetarian option available

Combine two of Florence’s biggest draws—food and art—with this small-group workshop in the home of a local artist. Learn how to make two regional dishes from scratch as you get to know your host over a glass of Tuscan wine. After your lesson, sit down to enjoy your meal.

This is a city walking tour that will give you the occasion the see this city from the eyes of a local. Your Guide is a certificate professional that has lived and worked in Siena for many years and can give you a full immersion view on the traditions of the city. We will discover together the myths, legends, and secrets of this medieval town and we will have the occasion to see very iconic neighborhoods and street where normally locals spend their time with friends and family. You will try 3 different flavors of Artisan Gelato & Tuscan wines. At the end of the tour our guide if requested will give you some great recommendation like the best restaurants or any other activities to do in Siena.

Savor the flavors of Tuscany on this food-lover’s dining experience in Pisa. Step inside a Pisa home and experience an authentic Italian welcome from your host. Watch as they prepare a traditional 3-course lunch or dinner, and gain insight into the role food plays in Italian culture. With the cooking done, savor your dishes alongside wine and Italian espresso.

Discover Michelangelo's masterpieces from all eras of his life at the Accademia Gallery. Start at Piazza San Marco to learn about Michelangelo's early influences from Bertoldo di Giovanni and the Medici family. Then, skip the long lines at the Accademia Gallery to admire the iconic 'David' statue and the 'Prigioni' (Captives), showcasing Michelangelo's unique, powerful, and non-complete marble works with illuminating commentary from your guide.

The Uffizi Gallery is one of Italy’s most visited museums, home to masterpieces by Botticelli, Raphael, and Da Vinci. With this tour, take in all of the museum’s highlights, learn more about Renaissance-era Florence, and hear stories about the most memorable artworks. See famous and less-known works by artists such as Titian, Caravaggio, and Michelangelo.

While Italian cuisine is popular around the world, each area of Italy has its own culinary traditions and unique tastes. On this half-day small-group food tour, explore one of Florence’s food markets with a locally born chef, learning about Tuscan cuisine as you visit various food stalls and sample locally sourced dishes.

Find out how Italians eat in Montepulciano during a private lunch or dinner at the home of a local chef. Everything is prepared before you, so you get an insider’s look at traditional family recipes. Connect with a local host and fellow travelers as you enjoy three courses served with wine and espresso.

Immerse yourself in the culinary traditions of Siena during a small-group cooking class set in a charming historical villa. Discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine and learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes, including ravioli and tiramisu, under the guidance of a skilled chef. After, indulge in a wine tasting, savoring the flavors of local wineries. Finally, tour the villa and admire its rustic charm and surroundings.

Brunelleschi’s soaring cupola atop the Duomo in Florence is one of the most recognized symbols of the city and a feat of engineering that still impresses today. Delve into the history and design of this Renaissance wonder during a cupola climb with a private guide at your side. Enjoy sweeping views over the city as you learn how the dome was built and why it is so unique.

Immerse yourself in Florence's culinary scene with this private food tour. Let your local food expert lead the way to take you to their recommended vendors and eateries. Try treats at an Italian bakery and explore Sant'Ambrogio market like a true local. Browse its stalls, meet local artisans, and learn all about regional flavor profiles.

The Bargello Museum is home to one of the most important collections of sculptures in Florence, but most tourists overlook this dazzling collection. Admire works by Donatello, Michelangelo, Della Robbia, and other great masters, and learn about their history and significance from your private guide. Enjoy pre-booked entrance so you can dedicate more time to marveling at these Renaissance masterpieces in bronze, marble, and terracotta.

Stroll the city of Florence in the afternoon and evening, sampling a variety of Florentine apertivo hours. Let your private guide take the guesswork out of where to go for the best drinks, snacks, prices, and views, and discover the city's best spots. From traditional cafes to historic wine windows, visit several places where you can drink aperitifs and nibble on classic snacks like cheese, nuts, and olives.

Experience the Accademia Gallery the smart way with our unique tour that combines the efficiency of timed entry ticket with the in-depth knowledge of an expert TourLeader. Delve into the stories behind iconic sculptures and immerse yourself in the artistic mastery on display. Listen to our Multilingual Audio Guide in your chosen language for over 20 masterpieces, and have your burning questions answered by our live English or Italian-speaking guide. This tour is the perfect blend of independent exploration and expert guidance, ensuring you get the most out of your visit to the Accademia.

Italian cuisine is strongly regional and every city has its own specialties. Sample Florence’s hearty flavors on this guided small-group food tour with a little sightseeing thrown in. Taste schiacciata flatbread with Tuscan cold cuts on the Piazza della Signoria; savor a warming ribollita (bread and vegetable soup); brave the lampredotto tripe sandwich with a glass of wine; and finish with cantuccini cookies and Vin Santo dessert wine.