Immerse yourself in the heart of Italy with our Italian Vineyard & Culinary Escape. Spend your days exploring world-renowned vineyards in Tuscany, paired with authentic cooking classes in local trattorias. Savor handmade pasta, fresh olive oils, and exquisite regional wines while soaking up the stunning Tuscan landscape.
Highlights:
Private vineyard tours in Tuscany
Hands-on pasta-making class
Wine and food pairing sessions
Scenic tours of Florence and Chianti
Discover the heart of Italy’s wine and culinary culture with this immersive Tuscan experience. Visit world-renowned vineyards, take part in exclusive cooking classes, and enjoy farm-to-table dining while soaking in the scenic countryside.
What’s Included:
✔ 5 nights in luxury boutique hotels
✔ Daily breakfasts, lunches, and select gourmet dinners
✔ Wine tastings at premium Tuscan vineyards
✔ Hands-on pasta-making and truffle hunting experiences
✔ Private transportation during the tour
✔ English-speaking local guide
Dates:
Available from April to October
Duration:
6 Days / 5 Nights
Price:
From $4,500 per person
Accommodation:
Luxury boutique hotels in Florence and countryside villas in Tuscany
Day 1: Arrival in Florence – Welcome to Italy!
Arrival at Florence International Airport (FLR)
Private transfer to a luxury boutique hotel in the heart of Florence
Free time to explore the city: visit the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, or Uffizi Gallery
Welcome Dinner: A Michelin-starred dining experience featuring traditional Tuscan cuisine and premium wine pairings
Overnight stay in Florence
Day 2: Chianti Wine Country – Vineyards & Pasta-Making
Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer to Chianti Wine Region – famous for its rolling vineyards and Chianti Classico wines
Exclusive Wine Tasting #1: Visit a historic vineyard, learn about the winemaking process, and taste premium Chianti Classico and Super Tuscan wines
Lunch at a vineyard: Enjoy a farm-to-table meal paired with local wines, surrounded by stunning countryside views
Cooking Class: Learn to make authentic handmade pasta (pici or tagliatelle) with a Tuscan chef
Wine Tasting #2: Visit a family-run boutique winery for a guided tasting of Sangiovese-based wines
Return to Florence for a relaxing evening
Optional: Sunset walk along the Arno River or rooftop aperitivo
Overnight stay in Florence
Day 3: Truffle Hunting & Market Tour in San Miniato
Early morning departure to San Miniato, Italy’s truffle capital
Truffle Hunting Experience: Guided excursion with a truffle hunter and trained dogs to uncover rare white and black truffles
Truffle Lunch: Indulge in a truffle-infused gourmet meal with freshly hunted truffles
Florence Market Tour: Return to Florence and explore Mercato Centrale, the city’s bustling food market, with a local guide
Free evening: Optional wine bar hopping in Florence’s Oltrarno district
Overnight stay in Florence
Day 4: Montalcino & Brunello Wine Tasting
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out
Travel to Montalcino, home of the legendary Brunello di Montalcino wines
Exclusive Wine Tasting #3: Visit a prestigious winery to explore Brunello wine aging techniques and sample vintages
Lunch at a Vineyard: Multi-course gourmet meal featuring traditional Tuscan dishes and aged Brunello wine
Wine Tasting #4: Visit a second renowned vineyard for an exclusive barrel-room tasting
Transfer to a luxurious countryside villa in the Val d’Orcia
Free evening to enjoy the villa’s spa or pool
Overnight stay in Montalcino
Day 5: Siena & Farewell Wine-Pairing Dinner
Breakfast at the villa
Private transfer to Siena, a historic medieval town and UNESCO World Heritage Site
Guided Walking Tour: Explore Piazza del Campo, the Siena Cathedral, and hidden culinary gems
Lunch at a local trattoria – enjoy classic Tuscan dishes like pici cacio e pepe or bistecca alla Fiorentina
Afternoon at leisure for shopping or exploring the city’s charming streets
Return to the countryside villa for a Farewell Wine-Pairing Dinner featuring regional delicacies and an expert-led wine pairing session
Overnight stay in Montalcino
Day 6: Departure from Florence
Breakfast and check-out from the villa
Private transfer to Florence International Airport (FLR)
End of tour
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