Top Tuscany Unique Experiences - page 3

Drinking Chianti in a restaurant gives no insight into how it's made or where it comes from—a winery visit is the only way to understand the production process from vineyard to glass. This small-group half-day tour from Florence takes you directly to a Chianti winery's vineyards and cellars, with tastings of several Chianti wines and a traditional Tuscan lunch included.

Skip the busy cooking classes and instead opt for a private culinary immersion in San Gimignano. At a local’s home, benefit from the undivided attention of your instructor as you learn to prepare three traditional dishes, before dining with the family. Few travelers get the opportunity to enjoy such an intimate experience.

Experience the culinary delights of the Chianti region on a half-day tour from Florence to a Tuscan farmhouse. Go in search of truffles with an expert guide and his trained dog during a 1-hour forest walk, then enjoy a traditional lunch that features the fresh truffles accompanied by extra virgin olive oil and Chianti Classico wine. Includes tastings of wine, olive oil, and honey, and a 3-course lunch.

Instead of waiting for food to arrive at your table, get into the kitchen and learn the secrets of authentic Italian pasta, all thanks to this hands-on, small-group cooking class in Florence. With help from a professional chef, learn to make two different pastas along with savory sauces and a classic dessert. When the cooking’s done, gather around a communal table in a medieval wine cellar to enjoy your homemade feast, plus local wine.

Take in the highlights of Italy’s Renaissance capital without getting footsore with this tuk-tuk tour of Florence. Hop aboard this and zip through the city center to admire sights such as Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and more. Learn about the history and culture of the city with commentary from the driver and stop to snap photos and savor the views.

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.

Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Enrich your visit to Florence and take a private cooking class with a local cookbook author. Spend the afternoon or evening—classes are offered twice daily—in a historic home learning to prepare traditional seasonal dishes from Tuscany and the Emilia Romagna region. Alongside your host, Patrizia, you will make a four-course meal, including fresh pasta. Then, relax and enjoy Italian wine with your delicious lunch or dinner.

Enjoy a bit of Italian culture at a private cooking class in Pisa at the home of a cesarina (cook). You'll learn about local cuisine and how to make popular dishes using regional recipes. Then taste these creations, served with a glass of local wine.

Experience the hidden beauty of Tuscany like never before—aboard a Land Rover Defender, journey through the region’s legendary "strade bianche" (white roads), the secret gravel paths winding through vineyards, olive groves, and deep forests. Your journey includes three winery visits, each offering a unique perspective on Chianti Classico and its appellations. The experience culminates in a traditional Tuscan lunch, where authentic flavors meet world-class wines, creating a true taste of Tuscany.

Master three different authentic pasta recipes during this private, half-day cooking workshop in a local’s home. Learn the time-tested secrets behind classic Italian recipes, and test out your skills at your own personal cooking station. Reward your efforts with a tasting of the three pasta varieties, paired with red and white wine and followed by Italian coffee.

Learn how to prepare classic Italian dishes in this private Chianti cooking class. Enjoy an intensive cooking session with an English-speaking chef, where you’ll learn how to prepare a pasta dish, sauce, and dessert. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and then participate in a wine tasting of Prosecco and Chianti. End the tour with a visit to 2,500-year-old underground Etruscan granaries.

Experience the authentic flavors of Florence in a shared cooking class with a local Cesarina. Learn to prepare classic dishes like ribollita, a Tuscan bread soup, in the comfort of a local home, with the option to customize the menu to suit your dietary needs. Enjoy your creations with local wine and coffee at the end of the class. You'll receive a Cesarina cooking apron and shopping bag as a keepsake of your experience.

Immerse yourself in the culinary culture of Siena with a small-group cooking class at the home of a "Cesarina," an Italian cook and host. You'll visit a local market and food shops first, and then start the lesson to learn how to make three Sienese dishes. Finally, you'll be rewarded by enjoying your creations accompanied by a glass of wine.

Capture your memories of Siena on camera during this private photo shoot in the heart of the city. Bookable for a group of up to five people, the experience is led by a professional photographer with knowledge of the best backdrops around the beautiful city of Siena. Bring any additional clothing, shoes, or accessories to make the most of your photo shoot. After the shoot, take home a collection of quality digital images to impress friends and family back home.

Florence is a paradise for food lovers, and this private tour with your host offers a truly authentic and intimate Tuscan experience. Start with a guided visit to Mercato di Sant'Ambrogio to meet local vendors and pick out fresh ingredients. Then, head to your hosts’ welcoming home for a hands-on cooking class, where you’ll prepare a seasonal 3–4 course meal and dine together in their lovely garden, weather permitting.

Take a break from the crowded sightseeing spots in Florence and relax in a quiet studio to learn the secrets behind painting or sculpting on this small-group art lesson. Enjoy hands-on instruction from a professional sculptor or a classically trained painter in an inspiring, sun-filled workshop. Learn ancient and modern techniques, and work on your own creation, painting with oils or sculpting with clay. Classes are suitable for beginners and experts alike.

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

Discover how to create the food of Umbria during this private cooking class in a local’s home. Taking place in the kitchen and terrace of your host, the class is as much about the scenery as it is the cuisine; you’ll be surrounded by the mountains of Umbria and Tuscany as you cook up fresh pasta or gnocchi and a classic dessert. Finish up by eating your creations along with a glass of wine, of course.

Delve into authentic Tuscan cuisine while in San Gimignano with this exclusive pasta-making lesson in a private home. Meet your host and head straight to the kitchen to get to work preparing three different classic pasta dishes from scratch. Perfect your technique so you can turn out fresh pasta like a pro and pair each with the perfect sauce. Cap off your hands-on experience by sampling each of the recipes you’ve prepared paired with local wines.

Leave the selfie stick at home and commemorate your Florence vacation with a private photo shoot. This customized experience is perfect for couples, families, and solo travelers alike. Have your picture taken in front of iconic attractions, like the Duomo and Piazzale Michelangelo, or take your shoot to the city's hidden corners. You'll receive professionally edited digital photos within five days of the shoot, ready to share, print, or simply cherish.

Roll up your sleeves and dig into a bowl of fresh pasta dough during this hands-on cooking class in Florence. Learn to make different kinds of pasta shells such as ravioli, tagliatelle, and spaghetti. Then, whip up authentic sauces and taste Italian wines for the perfect pairings, and indulge in your homemade dishes. Unlike other pasta-making classes, you choose from several options, including vegan/vegetarian, colored pasta, and gnocchi.

Treat yourself to a Tuscan dining experience with lunch and wine at Bottega Torciano in San Gimignano. You'll enjoy foods such as cheese, salami, and lasagna and try several varietals of Tuscan wine, from Chianti Classico to Brunello di Montalcino.

Learn about Lucca's culinary traditions from market to plate with this cooking experience. You and your local host will start with a visit to a market to pick up ingredients, which you'll take back to her home and learn to cook up into a four-course meal. Then you'll taste your creations, washed down with local red or white wine.