Top Tuscany Active & Outdoor Classes

Take a deep dive into Tuscany’s traditional cuisine with this farmhouse cooking class. Connect with a local host and learn how to prepare a number of classic Tuscan dishes in her family kitchen, based on recipes passed down through the generations. Roll up your sleeves and make a selection of starters, first and second courses, and dessert, then sit down to a celebratory meal featuring the fruit of your labors.

A few km from Pisa, this experience offers the unique and extraordinary opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable and evocative horseback ride in our wonderful Valgraziosa through breathtaking landscapes and medieval villages. Specially designed for beginners and those who don't ride horses regularly. In case of need for the participants, our guide will carry out a short training before leaving for the walk which will allow them to acquire fundamental knowledge on horse management so as to be able to manage the horse independently like a true rider or rider and be able to visit one of the most beautiful valleys in Tuscany in complete safety. In case of need and safety, our guide will follow the walk on foot to be able to intervene or help the participants in guiding and managing the horse.

This walk is specially designed for beginners and experts. The route will be modulated based on the preparation of the riders and if necessary, before leaving, a small training will be done to review the basic commands and be able to manage the horse independently, enjoying the experience to the fullest. A guide will always follow you on foot or on horseback according to your needs and will be able to help you if necessary to make the experience 100% safe.

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.

An unforgettable experience in nature, a horseback ride on paths and country roads near the Certosa di Calci and the Natural History Museum where it will also be possible to book a guided tour. Fascinating routes for the richness of vegetation and variety of environments to be able to enjoy the beautiful panorama of the Valgraziosa up to the sea. ATTENTION: walk for experts, it is necessary to have experience of English riding, walking and trotting.

Discover the many delights of Tuscany’s wine country on this small-group tasting tour from Florence. Travel along beautiful hillside roads through vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Visit 2 top-rated wineries in the famed Chianti Classico region, tour the cellars and learn how wine is produced using traditional methods. Taste different wines, along with olive oil and Tuscan specialties like fresh cheeses and bruschetta. Group size is limited to twenty-five participants for a more personalized experience.

Tuscany has been known for its pottery since ancient times, and with this hands-on class you’ll enjoy an introduction to traditional Tuscan “majolica” in just a few hours. Head to a family-run workshop in Montelupo, a village known for its pottery production since the Renaissance. Visit a real pottery factory and learn about Italian techniques then create your own masterpiece that you can take home alongside a master potter.

Imagine being in the rolling hills of Chianti, immersed in a landscape that looks like something out of a painting. The meeting with the riding instructor is the first moment that marks the beginning of this adventure. The wind in your hair, the warmth of the sun on your skin and the feeling of being part of a moving picture make this experience unique and unrepeatable. This horseback ride in Chianti is not only a sporting activity, but a sensory journey that connects you with nature, history and Tuscan culture in an authentic and unforgettable way.

Immerse yourself in a 60-minute yoga class designed to meet your every need, whether you are a Traveler looking for relaxation, part of a bachelorette party group or a bride-to-be. Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Tuscan hills, this session offers a peaceful escape where you can move at your own pace, guided by your breath. All necessary equipment is provided, including mats and props, allowing you to focus exclusively on your well-being. Give yourself or a loved one this magical hour of rejuvenation that promises to restore both body and mind.

Nothing says Italy like pizza, pasta, and gelato—but you don't need to sacrifice Italian flavors when your vacation ends. Learn how to recreate these quintessential treats during this half-day culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside. Under the guidance of an Italian chef, enjoy a fun hands-on cooking lesson that culminates in a 3-course feast of appetizers, pizza or pasta, and gelato, accompanied by wine and beer. Then, receive recipes to take home and practice your newfound skills.

Take a break from busy sight-seeing around town with a Yoga session at sunset. With just a short car ride away from the center of town, immerse yourself in a beautiful Tuscan olive grove setting.

This ride will be held in a controlled and safe environment, allowing children to experience the joy and feeling of freedom that horse riding offers. This experience is designed to introduce children to horseback riding in a fun and educational way, promoting confidence, connection with animals and a love of nature. An unforgettable activity that stimulates their adventurous spirit and nourishes their curiosity towards the equestrian world.

This experience offers a unique and extraordinary opportunity for anyone who wants to approach the world of horses even without previous experience and enjoy an unforgettable day in the open air. The only comprehensive two-hour experience that offers a perfect mix of awareness, education and adventure. The first part of the training will allow you to acquire fundamental knowledge on horse management, while the second will take you on an evocative walk through breathtaking landscapes. Designed specifically for beginners and those who don't usually ride horses, it is the result of years of experience in the world of country riding and equestrian tourism. At the end of the experience you will be able to manage the horse independently like a true rider or rider and you will have visited one of the most beautiful valleys in Tuscany!

Bike Tour of 1h/1h30 (the bike tour is customized according to the age of the boys). Your MTB Guide will adapt the style of the ride to your experience and expectations, making the ride always within your reach. It starts from the Elba MTB Lacona headquarters, inside the Residence il Mandorlo, and after about 500m of paved road you will enter the Capo Stella area: all outside of traffic and in a 100% natural terrain. An experience that will remain impressed.

Bike Tour of 1h/1h30 (the bike tour is customized according to the age of the boys). Our MTB Guide will adapt the style of the ride to your experience and expectations, making the ride always within your reach. We start from Tenuta delle Ripalte, a splendid private resort on the Costa dei Gabbiani, we will pass from the only equestrian center on Elba, to descend to the sea through pristine beaches and seeing the Italian coast in the distance. An experience that will remain impressed.

Yoga lesson under your ancient holm oak. Enjoy peace and relaxation in the gardens. Learn the nutritional and cosmetic secrets of Tuscan extra virgin olive oil