Top Italy Wine Making Workshops - page 3

Taste and experience the authentic Tuscan countryside in Fucecchio, without the hassle of arranging different activities, on this hands-on tour from Florence. Walk among olive trees and vineyards, visit the wine cellar to taste five organic Tuscan wines and olive oil, then learn fresh pasta making with professional chefs before enjoying a meal featuring your creations.

Getting to Civitavecchia Port from Rome usually involves a long ride on a regional train—plus a taxi ride from your hotel to the station. Skip the hassle of getting around by public transportation with this deluxe one-way transfer service. Ride in your own private, chauffeured vehicle door-to-door. Transfers can be booked all week long, with departures timed to your cruise schedule.

Avoid the rush of group tours and explore the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum at your own pace with this self-guided AI video tour. Simply download the app on your phone, plug in your own headphones, and explore. Wander the main floors of the ancient amphitheater before continuing to the nearby ancient sites. Upgrade for access to the restricted arena floor, or to add on a VR experience.

On this half-day pasta and tiramisu-making workshop, head to the Piazza Mattei—home to the Turtle Fountain (Fontana delle Tartarughe)—for a class on how to prepare and cook authentic Roman pasta in a nearby artisan workshop. Learn how to craft a traditional ravioli dish before starting on a tiramisu for dessert.

Immerse yourself in Tuscan cuisine on this foodie-focused cookery class and wine tour experience. Swap Florence's hustle and bustle for rolling hills and ancient olive trees, as you learn how to make pasta, sauces, and gelato. Then, try local flavors as you sample Chianti wine and cheese tasting at a nearby winery. Return home with new recipes, cooking techniques, and Italian wine recommendations.

Join a hands-on pasta cooking class near Pisa, where you’ll learn how to make fresh Italian pasta from scratch using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Just 15 minutes from the city center, the experience takes place in a charming Tuscan countryside home set on a farm surrounded by olive groves, between Pisa and Lucca. Enjoy a full meal with 3 local dishes: aperitivo, fresh handmade pasta, and dessert, all served with local wine Learn step-by-step how to prepare authentic Italian pasta in a relaxed, fun atmosphere Private experience with personalized attention from your host Flexible round-trip transportation available from Pisa and Lucca All ingredients used during the class are fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced, many coming directly from the farm. Celebrate, cook, and share a special moment together, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

After a great stay in Rome, arrange for a stress-free ride to Rome Fiumicino Airport with a private, customizable transfer service. Meet your driver at your Rome city hotel and relax on the journey to the airport without worrying about rental car drop-off or hauling luggage onto public transport. Receive personalized attention in a private vehicle for up to eight passengers.

Immerse yourself in the history of our farm and discover how our wines are made. The experience begins in the vineyard, continues in the cellar and culminates with the tasting guided by a Sommelier.

Delve into the world of Tuscan wines with a wine expert who will lead you through discovering nine wines from the surrounding region. You’ll get to sample Vernaccia from San Gimignano, a rose, two Chiantis, Nobile di Montepulciano in both base and riserva, Brunello di Montalcino, and Miraia. An appetizer platter will keep hunger at bay, with local snacks like olives, cheeses, charcuterie, and bruschetta.

This wine tasting experience takes place in a historic 1930s winery, where tradition meets excellence. You'll explore ancient cellars, guided by expert sommeliers who reveal the secrets of local winemaking. The highlight? A personalized tasting of five, seven, or nine premium wines, perfectly paired with regional delicacies for a full sensory journey. Set against the stunning backdrop of Sorrento’s countryside, this experience offers an authentic taste of Italy’s winemaking heritage in an exclusive and immersive setting!

Tying together Florence's historical, cultural, and architectural highlights takes planning—more than most travelers can manage alone. Leave the itinerary to a guide; check off sights such as the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio Bridge, and stop to see Michelangelo's "David" in the Accademia Gallery. Cap the experience with a visit to the Florence Duomo, the city's Gothic-style cathedral.

The Vatican Museums hold a collection so vast that first-time visitors lose hours finding the highlights. An art historian-guide cuts through it, with entry included and a route straight to the major works, ending at the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's ceiling. Hear the stories behind the art as you go, and upgrade to add a guided visit to St. Peter's Basilica.

Sip two of Italy's classic wines—and enjoy a uniquely personalized way to learn—during this private, tutored tasting experience, hosted right near Florence’s Ponte Vecchio. With just your guide for company, learn all about how wine is made, aged, and analyzed, and have opportunities to ask lots of questions. Choose the wines you wish to try from a range of regions and styles, and savor their unique flavors.

Discover the secrets of Tuscan cooking during this full-day experience, including a market visit and cooking class. Shop for fresh ingredients at a Florentine market before venturing to a Tuscan farmhouse in the countryside. Take your cue from a chef as you create Italian dishes from scratch including bruschetta, pasta, roast pork, and tiramisù. Complement the fruits of your labor with complimentary Tuscan wine.

The Catacombs of Rome are a popular attraction, but this tour lets you bypass the long lines outside and also gives you skip-the-line access to the Capuchin Crypt and Basilica San Martino ai Monti, making it a great pick for travelers short on time. See Rome's mysterious side with a guide filling in the details so you can get more out of your visit.

Sample fifteen varieties of artisinal extra virgin olive oils during this exclusive small-group tasting in Sorrento. Learn the ins and outs of local olive oil production as you visit centuries-old olive groves. Get a taste of blends infused with truffle, lemon, and even cinnamon before topping off your tasting with a complimentary glass of homemade liqueurs.

The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica are two of Italy’s most famous attractions, drawing millions of visitors per year—so you can picture the wait times. Save hours of precious vacation with skip-the-line entry, and breeze past the crowds with timed priority entry. Add on a guided tour (with private or small-group upgrades for a more personalized experience), with Basilica access and express options, too.

Save precious vacation time when you book this tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Rome with either an audio guide or a tour guide, so you don't miss out on valuable information. Even better, it includes access to the reconstructed Arena Floor, usually off-limits to the public. After visiting the ancient gladiatorial arena, proceed to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, to recount the story of Rome’s founding.

Sample food from spots that locals love, and few tourists know about, on this small-group food tour. Head off the tourist trail to visit eateries in Campo de Fiori, the Jewish Ghetto, and Trastevere—including hidden locations you'd otherwise miss out on. As you explore, learn how food shapes Roman culture and sample food and wine from vendors across the city.

Join a certified sommelier and explore the boutique wineries in the hills surrounding Montefalco to meet with the winemakers and sample Sagrantino and other traditional wines from Umbria. Skip the hassle of trying to find these hidden wineries yourself with round-trip transportation from Assisi and visit two wineries for tours, tastings, and a family-style dinner featuring local specialties.

Take a break from the bustle of Rome or Naples with a stop in the resort town of Sperlonga, a popular seaside retreat since ancient times. Join your guide for a stroll through the old town to learn about its history; for an extra fee, you can also opt to add on a wine tasting in town or a winery visit and tasting lunch at a cellar in the vineyards just outside the town.

Instead of juggling multiple bookings, make your visit to Rome easier with a combination tour that checks off three historic sites in one seamless experience. Begin with a guided tour of the Colosseum—once the stage for epic gladiator battles—before heading to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill to learn about ancient politics and daily Roman life.

Avoid the hassle of waiting for taxis or taking slow public buses, all thanks to this private transfer service from the Civitavecchia cruise port to anywhere in Rome. After meeting your driver by your ship at the port, relax on the journey into central Rome. Your private vehicle can accommodate groups of up to eight passengers.

Learn to cook Sicilian food in this private, intimate tour, run by passionate chefs at their country home in Sicily, where you won’t be sharing with a large group. You will have a personal experience, learning about the culture and history of Sicily while you prepare your meal. Welcome drinks will be served under the olive trees, and at the end of the experience, you will enjoy your meal with views of the Mediterranean Sea and Eolian Isles.