All Versilia Tours & Excursions in 2026

The UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre are among the most picturesque destinations along Italy’s coast, but the logistics of visiting these fishing villages can be complicated. With this shore excursion, skip the hassle of arranging transportation and instead reach the coast via minivan and then take in the villages either by train or by boat. Enjoy the flexibility of a private experience and spend as much time as you wish exploring each village.

Enjoy an up-close look at how authentic Italian dishes are prepared inside a local’s home in this private cooking demonstration in Viareggio. Visit a local’s home, experience their hospitality, and watch as they prepare a 4-course menu of authentic family recipes. Feast on the lunch or dinner you’ve seen prepared in front of you, served with wines, beverages, and coffee. 10 travelers is the limit for this cooking demo.

Take your exploration of Italian cuisine to a great level of depth with this shared Viareggio food tour. Visit a local market in Viareggio with a cook who will explain the different kinds of seasonal produce, before heading to their home kitchen, where a 3-course meal will be prepared in front of you and with you participating. This small-group tour is limited to 12 participants.

Swap Viareggio for a day in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cinque Terre, the famous fishing villages that cling to the Ligurian cliffs. Making it easy to visit the remote area, the day trip packages round-trip transport from central Viareggio along with boat and train tickets for access to the three most interesting Cinque Terre villages. Free time in Vernazza, Monterosso, and Manarola is included, allowing you to swim, explore, or just enjoy a gelato at your own pace.

Satisfy your tastebuds by visiting small artisanal shops that you’d have a hard time finding on your own with this small-group food tour of Viareggio. Walk with your guide to local shops favored by foodies to learn about and sample typical Viareggio products. Try local street food staples and also just explore the city as you go. For this small-group tour there is a limit of 12 travelers.

Tackling unfamiliar trails in the wooded hills above Camaiore can be daunting without local knowledge—Italian trail markers, unmarked junctions, and old mule tracks branching off into the forest make route-finding tricky. Join a guide to hike a set loop from the Candalla waterfall up to the village of Casoli, passing stream-side factory ruins and returning via the historic Via di Lombardia.

Book a tasting of our organic/biodynamic wines produced on the Lucca hills; we will take a tour of the vineyard near the cellar, a visit to the internal rooms and finally we will taste the wines, oil and honey under a pergola. I will sit at the table with the customer to explain the history of our family business, our philosophy on natural wines, the manufacturing processes and the organoleptic characteristics of our 4 wines accompanied by croutons and local cheeses, our extra virgin olive oil and our acacia, chestnut, millefiori and pollen honeys. Depending on the period in which they visit us, they can assist in some of the manufacturing processes (harvest, foot pressing, vinification, bottling, labeling all done manually). We will try to make our customers understand the love and passion we put into our work. Depending on the number of guests, the tour can last an hour or more generally more than two hours.

See a side of Tuscany that many visitors miss—and discover one origin of the region’s artistic heritage—when you book a small-group tour to the Carrara marble quarries. Within view of the Apuan Alps and home to famously pure marble (which was once used by sculptors the likes of Michelangelo), the quarries are still functional today. Go on a behind-the-scenes tour to learn how the stone is sourced. Complement your trip with a visit to the village of Colonnata, where you’ll taste its famed lardo: cured pork fat.

Dive into the culinary heritage of Viareggio through the eyes of a local cook with this combined small-group market tour and cooking class. Visit a market with your host as they teach you about the best local seasonal produce. Head back to their home kitchen so they can show you how to prepare a pasta dish and tiramisu, which you’ll then get to taste for yourself.

Visit the historic town of San Gimignano and discover a hidden gem— local wineries where the views are almost as good as the wine. Enjoy wandering through two wineries, take in views of the vineyards and the surrounding rolling countryside, and learn about how wine is made. Then taste some of the local wine with your hosts, and visit the cellars where wine is kept in wooden barrels to age.

Let’s explore the so-called Colline Lucchesi and Montecarlo wine areas. This area is known not only for typical Tuscan Sangiovese and Trebbiano grapes, but also for French grapes productions, such as syrah, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay and many others which are quite suitable for this soil. Some notable white and sparkling wines are also being produced. You will visit the vineyards and cellars of two estates and enjoy wine tasting and light lunch. You will also learn about the wine making and aging methods. On the way, you will be able to appreciate the beautiful Tuscan countryside and picturesque hilltop villages.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Learn to make fresh pasta by hand (tagliatelle and ravioli), and the classic tiramisù in an authentic hands-on Italian cooking experience!

Don’t just try lots of pasta while in Italy, take your exploration of this classic Italian staple to the next level with a pasta making class in Viareggio. Learn from a local cook how to roll pasta by hand and make different types of pasta dishes, as well as the iconic dessert tiramisu. Afterwards, feast on your creations so that you don’t leave hungry.

Dive deeper into local culture than is possible on most tours. This private cooking class takes you inside a local’s home where you will learn how to prepare, from scratch, three typical dishes from the Viareggio area. Afterward, you’ll enjoy your dishes for lunch or dinner, with wine.

Discover Tuscany like never before A private and exclusive tour to experience the magic of Tuscany in total comfort. Travel with luxury transfers and a personalized service tailored to you. Visit picturesque villages, cities of art and iconic views. Perfect for couples, families or those looking for an authentic and unforgettable experience. Why choose this tour Private and exclusive tours to discover the wonders of Tuscany Luxury transfers with premium vehicles Custom itineraries according to your preferences Ideal for romantic getaways, families and small groups Discover Tuscany Like Never Before Enjoy an exclusive private tour and experience the magic of Tuscany in total comfort. Travel in luxury vehicles with a fully customized service tailored to your needs. Explore charming villages, art cities, and iconic landscapes. Perfect for couples, families, and travelers looking for an authentic, unforgettable experience.

Take a break from the seaside crowds and venture into the Chianti hills without the hassle of navigating the winding country roads with this tour from Viareggio. Enjoy a scenic drive to the village of Vinci, where you can visit Leonardo da Vinci’s birthplace. Then meet the winemakers at a nearby estate for a tour followed by a private tasting of four wines paired with olive oil and other local specialties.

Join a local cook for a private class in their home kitchen, and learn to cook three authentic regional dishes. You’ll start by exploring fresh ingredients at the market, prepare a lunch or dinner from scratch, then enjoy what you’ve prepared alongside a glass of local wine. As you cook, take advantage of the private format to ask questions, get tips, or simply to chat about Italian culture and cuisine.

Travel to the capital of the ancient Etruscan empire on a half-day tour from Pisa to Volterra. After journeying through the rolling green hills and valleys of the Tuscan countryside, explore Volterra’s many layers of history on a tour of highlights including the ancient Roman theater, Medici fortress and Bishop’s Palace. Learn about the area’s traditional alabaster industry on a factory tour, and admire a modern cultural gem with a visit to the open-air amphitheater created by famed Italian opera singer Andrea Bocelli.

Tuscans were making wine long before Roman times. Discover the region’s rich wine traditions, the fine art of winemaking, and a wealth of local delicacies on this private tour. Taste wines including Chianti Classico, Chianti Reserva, and super Tuscans; visit two separate wineries; sample olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cold cuts, and pecorino cheese; and enjoy a light lunch with wine.

Knowledge of the area and types of places; interest in sharing experiences with customers; transport comfort with high-end cars.