Top Lucca Holidays

Take a break from sightseeing and head to the hills surrounding Lucca to sample the area’s excellent wines. Connect with a winemaker at a boutique winery for a relaxed private tour through the vineyards and cellar, with plenty of time to ask questions about the history and production of the local vintages. Then relax on the terrace overlooking the rolling countryside to sample the estate’s wines and olive oil while enjoying the view.

The tasting at Cantalici is a way to immerse yourself in a familiar atmosphere to discover typical wines from the Chianti Classico production area, an experience that allows you to rediscover ancient flavors and the love for the creation of a product that contains the history of an entire family.

I’m a young entrepreneur running our family business. Our winery is located in a small monastery dating back to the late 1700s. Here, we carry on our small project, born out of passion and dedication to tradition. The atmosphere evokes ancient times and old customs, making the entire experience intimate and familiar. The tour begins with an introduction to who we are and the story of our winery. You'll then be guided through the cellar. At the end, you'll enjoy a light lunch and, of course, a tasting of our wines :) Everything is personally hosted by the owners.

Experience the picturesque countryside views and the fresh valley air of Segromigno on this farm tour of a local olive grove and winery. See where the high quality grapes and olives are grown, and learn about how the olives are pressed and made into olive oil, and where the grapes go to be made into wine. Taste both the local olive oil and local wines, and enjoy the local ambiance.

Confusing roads and scarce public transportation make exploring Tuscany's Chianti wine region on your own a challenge. On this tour, relax with round-trip transportation from Lucca and taste Tuscan wine straight at a family-run winery in Chianti. Sample red and white wines, along with local products such as extra-virgin olive oil, and learn about the cantina's history and production as you tour the vineyards and cellars.

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.

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.

Strike out from Lucca to explore the vineyard-covered hills without having to navigate the confusing country roads with this wine tour that includes pickup and all-day transportation. Stop for tours and tastings in two boutique cellars to meet the winemakers and sample their wines, served with local pecorino cheese, cold cuts, and other delicacies. Learn about the traditional techniques and modern innovations behind some of Tuscany’s top wines.

I'm Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021, 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit 2 wineries representative of the denominations of the province of Lucca and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced and local delights! I love my job and constantly travel to discover small wineries "Light lunch" option includes lunch + 5/8 wines depending on cellar For pick-ups in places more than 15 km from the center of Lucca will be calculated a surcharge that I will inform you in advance, to be paid by credit card at the end of the tour

Explore Tuscany in a day and visit the beautiful medieval villages Siena and San Gimignano on a small group tour from Lucca. A special guided Chianti wine tasting is included. Discover the famous towers of San Gimignano, see the Piazza di Campo in Siena, and try Chianti red and Vernaccia white wines with olive oil, bruschettas, and Pecorino cheese.

Explore the picturesque Tuscan countryside on this self-guided bike tour from Lucca to Montecarlo. Pedal through scenic vineyards, olive groves, and historic villas as you traverse the renowned wine roads. Take breaks for wine tastings or enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch at charming trattorias in Montecarlo. With an easy-to-follow app and a self-guided kit, you can set your own pace while soaking in the stunning views. Perfect for biking enthusiasts, this tour promises an authentic taste of Tuscany. - Self-guided tour with flexible itineraries and a mobile app - Choose between E-bike or Trekking bike for your adventure - Enjoy a scenic 54 km roundtrip, usually taking 5 hours in total - Wine tasting and lunch options available in Montecarlo

Skip going straight out to eat in Lucca, and follow the lead of the locals instead with a pre-dinner “passeggiata” (stroll) and aperitivo. In the pleasant evening heat, you’ll walk around the old town with a local guide to learn about the city, then finish in a bar to enjoy a classic aperitivo. Wine, snacks, and good company awaits.

Tenuta San Pietro is a historic company in the Lucca hills, an ancient village dating back to 1660, which has been handed down for seven generations thanks to the Mazzarosa family. Stunning panoramic view, organic and natural wines accompanied by typical local products.

Discover one of Tuscany’s most famous and well-preserved medieval villages on this small-group tour from Lucca. See why the UNESCO-listed town of San Gimignano earned the nickname ‘Medieval Manhattan’ with its many stone towers. Finish your day with tastings of the region’s renowned wines and olive oils at a historic winery tucked into the Tuscan hills.

Podere Pellicciano Agrisole is a popular winery that sustainably produces native Tuscan grapes, including Sangiovese, Malvasia, Colorino, and Trebbiano. With this small-group tour, go behind the scenes as you explore the vineyards, winery, and wine cellar; learn more about Italian winemaking; and sample a variety of red and white wines accompanied by delicious Tuscan specialties such as cheese and salami.

You will be welcome in a familiar, informal and warm ambience of an historical building from the 17th century with all the modern comforts. The location is peaceful and perfect for recharging your batteries and for making your creative aspect come out. You are in an unspoiled area perfect for every activity in nature in your free time. Learn how to cook from scratch: the food used in the cooking course is outstanding, always fresh, local and high quality ingredients. Italian dishes are characterized by its simplicity and this makes the course ideal for entry level to more expert students. Besides all of this your teacher is not only passionate about Italian cuisine but also a wine expert and he will always match the food with the most appropriate wine.

Medieval towers but also the best ice cream of the world! If your dream is to discover all the hidden corners of a Tuscan city, this is your tour. I will pick you up with my professional van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany until we will arrive at our destination. At every attraction, our driverguide will stop the van trying to offer you an exclusive and comfortable experience. Then, our driverguide will explain you everything he knows: it will be like watching the view from the eyes of a local. San Gimignano is a perfect example of Medieval village in the heart of Tuscany. You will be amazed by how this place can transport you in a very old age! One of the most important moment in a tour in Tuscany must be a good meal: let us organize you a special lunch tasting with some tuscan specialties, like finocchiona or pecorino cheese. Don't worry, we have always some surprises for you during our city tour!

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023, 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022. We can organize the tasting directly at your home or at the hotel where you are on holiday, even in the center of Lucca or on the neighboring hills. The experience always includes an introduction to wine tasting, the history of the territory and wineries.5 wines accompanied by bread, cheese and oil from local production. These are wines selected from small producers, mainly organic certified We can organize the tasting directly at your home or at the hotel where you are on holiday. I'll take care of everything and you won't have to think about anything! I will set the table with tasting tablecloths and serve you wines in professional glasses! At the end of the tasting I will leave the bottles uncorked (if not finished :) so you can enjoy them during the holiday.

Embark on a day-long discovery amidst the hills of Chianti and medieval villages, with a special focus on San Gimignano, a Tuscan jewel. Starting at 9:00 AM from Lucca, this tour takes you on an enchanting journey through history, art, and flavors of one of Italy's most famous regions. Your adventure begins with a scenical drive to Greve in Chianti. Explore its famous market square, stroll through artisan shops, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this charming village. Continue to Castellina in Chianti, a gem of the wine region, where you'll visit a historical winery for a tasting of local varieties like Chianti Classico, paired with a typical Tuscan lunch. San Gimignano, the "City of Beautiful Towers”, is the tour's highlight. Spend an hour admiring its medieval towers and wandering in the historical streets. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an extraordinary example of medieval architecture, retaining its age-old charm. Return to Lucca by 5:00 PM.

Enjoy our private tour through the rolling hills of the Chianti Classico area, the land of the famous Black Rooster. Sit back and relax as we drive along scenic countryside roads surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and cypress trees, stopping at panoramic points to take photos of the breathtaking Tuscan landscapes. During the journey, you will pass through and visit charming medieval villages such as Panzano, Greve in Chianti, and Montefioralle, the birthplace of the historic Vespucci family. You will have time for short walks through their historic centers, soaking in the authentic atmosphere of rural Tuscany. The experience concludes at a local winery, where you will enjoy a guided tasting of authentic Chianti Classico wines, paired with traditional Tuscan antipasti made with local products.

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you return home enriched. We will visit a winery representative of the beautiful countryside around the city of Lucca, usually Valle del Sole a Cappella (LU) and after visiting the winery, you will be welcomed in the tasting room or on the panoramic terrace to enjoy a light lunch based on local products that includes all the wines produced by the company.

This tour is including a car at your disposal during the tour, transfer to a beautiful winery in Montecarlo where you can taste 4 different types of wine. After the winery, free time to visit Montecarlo, a magical medieval town that is on top of a lone hill, with an amazing panorama. After the visit, the driver will take you on a different part of the countryside of Lucca to Experience a real Tuscan farm; Among the silence and the scent of the hills, the Farmhouse and its cellars are still intact, just as they were in the 1600’s. It’s in this setting that we want to invite you, where you can learn about our history and the products of the Farmhouse: a taste of the past in Tuscany. Here you will taste local cured meats and cheeses, a bruschetta, a typical first course ‘Lucchese’ dish, a tasting of the Farmhouse’s olive oil with slices of bread and a tasting of 5 of our wines from the Farmhouse . 5-hrs tour. Lunch included

Explore two charming Italian towns, Siena and San Gimignano—without having to rent a car or tackle public transport—on this full-day trip from Pisa. Travel through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to your first stop, San Gimignano, and enjoy free time to shop, eat, or explore. Continue to Siena—known for its well-preserved medieval architecture—and choose whether to wander historic streets, sample gelato (own expense), or visit one of its UNESCO World Heritage-listed monuments. End the day back in Pisa.