Tuscany Villages, Wine & Cooking Experience from Florence
Wander medieval streets, sip Tuscan wines, and bring local flavors to life in the kitchen—all in one day through the Tuscan countryside.
Discover Tuscany through its vineyard-covered hills, historic villages, and welcoming tables on this full-day small-group experience from Florence. Travel by air-conditioned minivan with an expert multilingual guide, enjoying a blend of independent exploration, winery visits, and hands-on cooking.
Begin in Castellina in Chianti, with free time to wander its historic streets and soak up the village atmosphere. Continue to Monteriggioni, where medieval walls frame one of Tuscany’s most distinctive villages. A visit to a local wine estate introduces you to the character and traditions of Chianti wines.
At Poggio ai Laghi, step into the kitchen for a hands-on cooking lesson. Prepare a traditional first course and dessert, then sit down to enjoy the results. The Tuscan menu features pici pasta with saffron, zucchini, and sausage, followed by tiramisù, accompanied by four wines.
The afternoon brings you to San Gimignano, where medieval towers rise above the UNESCO-listed historic center. Explore at your own pace and enjoy a winery visit as part of your journey through the surrounding hills.
Continue with stops in San Quirico and Certaldo, the hometown of poet Boccaccio. Historic architecture and sweeping countryside views provide a memorable finish before your evening return to Florence.
From the first village stroll to the final taste of wine, the day offers a flavorful connection to Tuscany’s landscapes and local traditions.
Experience Highlights
- Explore Castellina in Chianti, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, and Certaldo at your own pace.
- Enjoy stops in San Quirico and the scenic Tuscan countryside.
- Visit two wineries in Monteriggioni and San Gimignano.
- Take part in a hands-on Tuscan cooking lesson.
- Enjoy lunch featuring pici pasta and tiramisù.
- Discover local wines with four wine tastings included.
- Travel in a small group with an expert multilingual guide.
Tour Details
- Duration: 11.5 hours
- Departure: 8:30 AM
- Languages: English, Italian, and Spanish
- Mobile voucher: Accepted
- Confirmation: Instant
- Wi-Fi: Available on board
What’s Included
- Transportation by air-conditioned minivan
- Expert multilingual tour guide
- Hands-on cooking lesson and Tuscan lunch
- Four wine tastings
- Visits to two wineries in Monteriggioni and San Gimignano
- Free time for self-guided exploration of Castellina in Chianti, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, and Certaldo
- Small-group experience
Not Included
- Gratuities
Important Information
- This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and is not wheelchair accessible.
- The itinerary order may vary, but all scheduled stops will be included.
- A minimum of 4 participants is required for the tour to operate. If the minimum is not reached, you will be offered an alternative date or tour, or a full refund.
Meeting Point
Departure time: 8:30 AM
Arrival time: Please arrive at 8:15 AM, 15 minutes before departure.
Location: Via dell’Oriuolo, near Piazza del Duomo, at the intersection with Via del Proconsolo, Florence.
