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Tuscany: Chianti Wine Tour & San Gimignano with 2 TastingsYou’ll taste up to nine Tuscan wines at two family-run wineries in Chianti, sample truffle oil and aged balsamic vinegar, and wander medieval San Gimignano’s streets with time for gelato or quiet moments by the basilica. With roundtrip transport and an English-speaking guide handling all the details, you can just relax into the rhythm of Tuscany—and maybe discover your new favorite wine along the way.
Organic Wine Tasting in Siena: Vineyard, Cellar & 5 WinesA guided winery tour and tasting near Siena where you walk the organic vineyard, explore the cellar to understand winemaking at each stage, then taste five wines paired with seasonal Tuscan products and olive oil. The experience runs 2.5 hours and includes a light afternoon meal, parking and a guide in English or Italian. Minimum age is 18.Is it for me?The 2.5-hour length fits neatly into an afternoon without eating up your whole day in Siena, so you can combine it with time in the medieval town or other plans. If you want to understand wine beyond the taste—the soil, the process, the reasoning—this tour builds that knowledge as you go.
Florence: Accademia Gallery Fast Track Entry & DavidYou’ll skip the long lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and head straight inside with a local host greeting you at the door. Stand face-to-face with Michelangelo’s David (it really is different in person), wander through sculpture halls and music rooms, and take your time soaking up centuries-old art without feeling rushed. That quiet awe? You’ll remember it.
Florence to Val d'Orcia: Pienza, Montalcino & Monteriggioni Day TourYou’ll wind through Tuscany from Florence to Pienza’s quiet streets scented with pecorino, sip Brunello di Montalcino in its hilltop town, and walk atop Monteriggioni’s medieval walls with a local guide—all in one full day. Expect laughter, small surprises, and moments you’ll want to linger over long after you’re back home.
Florence: Pizza & Gelato Making Class Oltrarno KitchenYou’ll roll up your sleeves in Florence’s Oltrarno for a hands-on pizza & gelato class led by a local chef. Shape dough, craft two fresh gelato flavors, then share laughs and stories over your homemade meal—with Prosecco or soda included. It’s casual, lively, and you’ll walk away with new skills (and maybe flour on your shirt).
Accademia Gallery David small group guided tourA guided tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery led by an English-speaking expert, focusing on Michelangelo's David and other Renaissance masterpieces in a small group setting. The tour meets at Piazza Delle Belle Arti and runs for one hour; gallery entry is purchased separately. Radios and headphones are provided so you hear the guide clearly even in a crowded room.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to understand the David—not just see it—and you'd rather have a guide explain the choices Michelangelo made than stand alone in front of it. The small group size and provided headsets mean you actually hear what's being said and can ask questions without holding up a crowd.
Florence by Golf Cart: Piazzale Michelangelo & Ponte VecchioA guided golf cart tour of Florence's historic center and key monuments, including Piazzale Michelangelo, Ponte Vecchio, Ponte Santa Trinita, and San Miniato al Monte, with an expert local driver narrating in your language. The route covers the city's main sights in 90 minutes, with a photo stop at Piazzale Michelangelo overlooking the entire skyline. WiFi is available on board; the tour departs and returns from the same point unless you request an alternate destination.Is it for me?The golf cart keeps the pace steady and the stops short, so you cover Florence's main monuments and viewpoints in 90 minutes without the fatigue of walking the hills and cobblestone streets—a route designed for anyone who wants the sights without the legwork.
Florence: Accademia, David & City Center Private Walking TourYou’ll walk Florence’s tangled streets with a private guide who brings stories alive—from standing quietly before Michelangelo’s David to tracing centuries-old stones near the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio. Expect laughter, local quirks, and small moments you’ll remember longer than any photo.
Tuscany: Private Wine Tour Chianti Classico & Food PairingYou’ll meet Tuscan winemakers in their own cellars, taste Chianti Classico and Supertuscan wines straight from the source, enjoy a private lunch with local food pairings, and travel through rolling hills with your sommelier guide—leaving you with memories of laughter, real stories, and flavors that linger long after you’re back home.
Florence Train Station to Hotel: Private Transfer & MeetYou’ll step off your train at Santa Maria Novella and spot your driver waiting with your name — no searching or stress. Enjoy a private transfer straight to your central Florence hotel with friendly help along the way. It’s quick, simple, and lets you start soaking up the city right away.
Florence: Chianti Wine Tour & Lunch at 2 VineyardsYou're driven from Florence through Chianti to two family-run vineyards where you taste eight wines and eat a traditional Tuscan lunch with handmade pasta and local specialties. A sommelier and expert guide walk you through the estates' history and production, and you sample olive oil and balsamic at the second stop. Transport, tastings, and lunch are all included; the whole day takes around six to seven hours.Is it for me?This works well if you want to taste serious Chianti without driving yourself or worrying about who's drinking—the transport and guide handle the logistics, leaving you free to focus on the wine and the meal.
Florence: Hands-On Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking ClassYou’ll roll out fresh pasta dough in a sunlit Florentine kitchen, shape ravioli by hand with a local chef guiding you step by step, and finish by layering creamy tiramisu after tasting regional wines together. Expect laughter, new friends, and real skills you can bring home—even if your apron gets messy.
Florence Airport Transfer: Private Car & Hotel PickupYou’ll get picked up right at your Florence hotel by a local driver who handles your luggage and takes you straight to the airport in a private car or minivan. Relax during the short drive while your driver manages timing and details—no stress or surprises. It’s an easy way to leave Florence with one less thing on your mind.
Florence: Early Accademia Gallery & Walking Tour with DavidYou’ll start your Florence day trip before most tourists are awake: priority entry to see Michelangelo’s David at the Accademia Gallery, then wander through quiet streets past the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio with a local guide sharing stories you won’t find in any book. Expect small surprises, real conversation, and maybe even a wish for your return.
Florence: Vivaldi Four Seasons Concert at Santa CroceYou’ll slip into an intimate Florence venue where centuries-old walls seem to amplify every note of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and Mozart’s melodies. With your entry ticket and programme included, you’ll feel welcomed by locals and guides alike—no dress code or fuss—just pure music echoing through history. It’s a night that lingers long after you leave.
Montalcino wine tasting tour: Private guide, Brunello estatesA private guided wine tour in Montalcino takes you through Brunello estates and cellars with tastings, lunch and snacks over eight hours. Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian or German and handles all transport from your hotel in Siena or Arezzo province. The Abbey of Sant'Antimo is an optional stop on the route.Is it for me?Book this private tour if you want a guide who knows the producers and can adjust the day to what interests you most—the winemaking process, the history, the landscape, or simply more time at one estate. A shared group tour moves faster and costs less; this one gives you the guide's full attention and the flexibility to linger.
Florence: Private Pasta Cooking Class & Garden LunchYou’ll join a Florentine family in their home kitchen for a relaxed pasta cooking class using seasonal ingredients—sometimes straight from their own garden. Taste local wine, share stories over lunch beneath the vines if weather allows, and finish with homemade dessert and coffee. You’ll leave with new recipes—and maybe a few new friends.
Hot-air balloon ride above Florence: See the city from aboveA one-hour hot-air balloon flight over Florence that lifts you above the city's monuments and the surrounding Chianti region, with a live guide in English or Italian. Ground crew assistance, aviation insurance, a post-flight drink and croissant with the pilot, and transportation to the launch point are included. The flight follows wind currents and ends at a landing zone where staff return you to the takeoff field. Weather-dependent; children at least one meter tall may participate.Is it for me?The flight depends on favorable weather and runs three hours total, so book this if you can be flexible on the day and have a morning or afternoon free. The basket flight itself is gentle—there is no walking, climbing or water entry—so it suits anyone who wants height and views without physical exertion.
Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tour from Siena: 2 TastingsA wine tour from Siena to Montalcino with guided tastings of two Brunello di Montalcino wines at local estates, a professional multilingual guide, and free time to walk the medieval fortress town. The tour includes a scenic drive through Val d'Orcia vineyards, insight into Brunello aging traditions, and a light Tuscan snack with fresh bread and olive oil. Groups stay under eight in a minivan or up to thirty in a minibus, and the full day runs 5.5 hours from Siena Railway Station.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste Brunello in the cellars where it's aged rather than in a hotel tasting room, and if you have a free afternoon from Siena — the 5.5-hour round trip leaves room for an early start or a late dinner back in the city. The small group size and English-speaking guide make it straightforward for first-time visitors to Montalcino, and the free time in the town means you're not locked into a schedule if you want to linger at a winery or explore on your own.
Florence: Siena & Chianti Wine Tasting Private Day TripYou're picked up at your Florence hotel and driven through Chianti wine country in a private Mercedes with an English-speaking driver who customizes the route to your interests. The day includes a stop in Greve in Chianti, a guided winery tour with wine and olive oil tasting, and a late-afternoon visit to Siena's cathedral and famous Piazza del Campo. You return to Florence in the evening, having seen the landscape and tasted the wine without arranging transport, tickets, or timing yourself.Is it for me?This suits travelers who want to see Chianti and Siena in one day without renting a car or coordinating their own transport and winery bookings — the driver handles the route and timing, which is what makes a full inland day possible from Florence.
