10 Tours in Tuscany That You Shouldn't Miss

August 24, 2021 Agatha Simes

Tuscany (/ˈtʌskəni/ TUSK-ə-nee; Italian: Toscana, pronounced [toˈskaːna]) is a region in central Italy with an area of about 23,000 square kilometres (8,900 square miles) and a population of about 3.8 million inhabitants (2013). The regional capital is Florence (Firenze).
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1. Cortona Private Guided Tour

Cortona Piazza Garibaldi, 52044 Cortona, Province of Arezzo, Italy Umbria Con Me Day Tours
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Cortona has become very popular several years ago thanks to the book by Frances Mayes, Under the Tuscan Sun (and the movie with Diane Lane) which is set in Cortona; the protagonist immediately falls in love with the town, its people, and villa Bramasole that she purchases and fixes up.

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Reviewed By D1271ETdianaw

We had a fascinating morning with Alessandra, exploring Assisi and learning about its history. It's such a beautiful place, and Alessandra made it come alive for us. The 'Umbria con me' attention to detail was superb, and booking lunch for us at a local restaurant afterwards was a lovely touch.

2. Orvieto and Montepulciano Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Rome

Rome Italy Explora
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Want to visit Italy, but looking to see more than just the tourist cities? Orvieto is your answer and is perfect for a day trip from Rome. The historic, and beautiful section of the city is located at the top of a steep hill. The well-preserved Gothic and medieval buildings will make you feel like you're frozen in time. You can easily walk out of beautiful architecture, historic buildings, or interesting spots to people-watch. Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Montepulciano, Montepulciano in Italy and abroad. Montepulciano has a distinct peculiarity, in which you have been dug out underneath the prestigious palazzos.

Inclusions: Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur, Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal, Entrance tickets in the Orvieto Cathedral (Duomo), Light wine tasting in Orvieto, Visit to the most ancient and beautiful wine cellar in Montepulciano, Wine tasting with three different wines in Montepulciano, Snack with local products (cheese, cold cuts) in Montepulciano

Exclusions: Food or drink choices made outside the scope of the organized tasting tour, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By GiulianaD137

We wished we could see Pope Francis but we could never expected we could see him so closely thanks to Rossana great effort. Rossana and our driver Luigi are both great persons and the visit to the Pope very well organized. They both were professional, supportive, engaging and very helpful. Rossana took really a great effort to make the visit tailored to our needs and she had great sense of humour. Big thanks to R and L. We would highly recommend this tour.

3. Discover Valpolicella Vineyards and Wine Tasting Experience

Verona, VR, Italy TENUTA SANTA MARIA VALVERDE
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Join an unforgettable tour in our family Winery with the winemaker! We are a Winery boutique in the heart of Valpolicella and we organize activities to share our passion for Valpolicella and Amarone wines with our guests (we offer it directly, without intermediaries or tour operator). We’ll start with a walk in the vineyard, telling you the family history about the winery and the estates. You’ll learn how to dry Amarone grapes in the traditional drying room, a process called Appassimento. You'll visit our rural house and the cellar from the 17th century used for winemaking and refinement. At the conclusion, the tasting of a selection of our fine wines Valpolicella, RIPASSO and the great AMARONE, learning how to evaluate them by sight, smell and taste. You’ll also enjoy our organic EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, local cheeses called Monte Veronese and Soppressa Valpolicella (a kind of salami). We’ll be waiting for you on our amazing terrace with a stunning view of the Valpolicella!

Inclusions: A selection of our fine red dry wines Valpolicella, Ripasso and Amarone, Amarone wine tasting with the winemaker, Visit to 17th century cellar and private rural house, Stunning view on the Valpolicella hills from the terrace, Local cheeses Monte Veronese, salami della Valpolicella and special cherry chutney

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Reviewed By tripperace745

The view from the garden was amazing. Jacopo was very informative about the wine making process, how to pair them with food, and how to tell the quality of the wines made in Italy. Each wine that he brought out had its own distinct flavor based on the process of how it was made and it made the experience more enjoyable. If you haven't had a chance to try some Italian wine but are interested, this is a great place to start!

4. Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse with Local Market Tour from Florence

Piazza della Stazione, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Walkabout Florence Tours
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Indulge your love of Italian food in Tuscany, and enjoy a full-day tour that combines a market visit with a cooking class and 4-course meal with wine! After scouting out quality local ingredients at a historical Florence food market, travel to a rustic farmhouse in Tuscany, surrounded by exquisite countryside. Then, prepare your feast of pasta, bruschetta and Tuscan roast pork, plus beloved desserts such as tiramisu, before savoring the creations with Tuscan wine. Up to four glasses of wine are included throughout the day as well as a cooking diploma and the recipes.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minibus, Market visit and ingredients, Cooking class, 4-course lunch accompanied with wine, Recipes (sent by email after the tour), Cooking diploma

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By katiegN3709NB

Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)

5. Private Chianti Wine Tour with Lunch, a Visit of San Gimignano, Organic Wineries

Via Curtatone, 9, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Chianti Wine Tour by Fun In Tuscany
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Private Tour. First we tour vineyards and cellar of an organic farm in the heart of the Chianti region, receiving an up close look at the production and ageing process of the Chianti wines and learning about the secrets of the extra virgin olive oil making. This experience includes a  wine tasting and the opportunity to buy for cheap the best tuscan wines. Our trip continues on to the  medieval town of San Gimignano, where you will also have the chance to try the famous world champion Dondoli gelato. We then move on to a second winery where we enjoy an authentic  tuscan lunch, combined to a wine tasting class. A fine selection of Tuscan wines are presented by a wine expert to be paired with antipasti toscani, ribollita soup, lasagna with truffle olive oil and more.. On our way back we stop at  Piazzale Michelangelo, in the top ten of the most romantic spots in Europe.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned confortable minivan, Lunch, Wine tastings, A visit of two wineries, Private wine tour, Live commentary on board, A visit of San Gimignano, A visit of Michelangelo Square

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Reviewed By KFDOCTOR

Your trip to Tuscany is incomplete if you do not go on this tour !! Amazing selection of Wines and Cheese. You are served some great food and the scenery is out of the world. Do not miss San gimignano you will get to taste the world's best gelato !!

6. Tuscany Vespa Tour

Tuscany Vespa Cycle and Bike Tour, Via Ghibellina, 133/red, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Tuscany Cycle
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Escape from the crowded streets of the city to see life as a local as you zip around the stunning Tuscan countryside on a REAL Vespa (with automatic gears)! The tour is perfect for all levels as we always begin with a lesson so that beginners may get the hang of driving. After the lesson, the real fun begins. We will zip through the winding country roads and stop for pictures along the way. You won't want to forget your camera on this trip - the sights are incredible and you will be in the heart of the Chianti region! After our picture break we will continue driving until we return to a private Tuscan winery to learn a little bit about how local wine and olive oil is created. With this tour you won't feel like just another tourist, you will get to explore Chianti like a real local!

Inclusions: Tour escort/host, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Beverages, Lunch (Sunset Vespa Tour no lunch wine tasting and snack)

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Reviewed By DublinNoodle

I hired a road bike for 4 days. Dejan was extremely helpful and made it very straightforward. The bike was good spec and well maintained and it was very enjoyable to explore the Tuscan countryside.

7. Taste of Chianti: Tuscan Cheese, Wine and Lunch from Florence

Walkabout Florence Tours, Via Vinegia, 23R, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy Walkabout Florence Tours
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Treat your taste buds on a full-day Chianti wine and food tour from Florence and sample some of Tuscany’s finest wine, cheese, meat, chocolate and more! With a local guide who is passionate about the region’s food heritage, travel through the countryside by 4x4 off-road vehicle and tour an historic villa, and a Chianti Classico winery. Up to seven glasses of wine are included throughout the day, plus several food samples and a 3-course meal at a traditional restaurant in the Chianti hills.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle, Professional guide, 9 samples of wine, 2 samples of olive oil, Food tastings, Lunch

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Reviewed By katiegN3709NB

Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)

8. Pisa all inclusive: Baptistery, Cathedral and Leaning Tower guided tour

Porta Santa Maria Pisa, P.za Daniele Manin, 56126 Pisa PI, Italy DiscoveryPisa
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Small groups! Discover the Miracle Square with this amazing tour. Learn about the Cathedral, Baptistery, the famous Leaning Tower and visit all the monuments inside! Select the ticket with entrance to the Leaning Tower and you will have included the tickets to visit after the tour, on your own, the Cemetery, Opa Museum and Sinopie Museum

Inclusions: Guided tour with licensed guide, Cathedral and Baptistery tickets (guided tour), Leaning Tower, Cemetery, OPA Museum, and Sinopie Museum ticket (if option selected) , Headsets to hear the guide clearly , Small groups (max 15 people)

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Reviewed By R1KCX

Our guide Alessia met us promptly and we had a superb tour of the Field Of Miracles - Leaning Tower included. Alessia was warm and friendly - she certainly knew all about the history and buildings. We had an excellent tour (thank you!) and would highly recommend if you wanted a more in-depth knowledge about the site for very little more than the admission price alone, to seek out Discoverypisa.com

9. Brunello di Montalcino Wine Tour of 3 Wineries with Pairing Lunch

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This full-day tour will bring you a taste of the complex, full-bodied Brunello reds that make this region every wine lover’s dream. We will pick you up at your hotel & take you to some of the lesser-known vineyards with high-quality wines. After your first tasting, take some time to explore the hilltop town of Montalcino, where we will visit a second Brunello winery. Then we will continue to Pienza, a UNESCO World Heritage Site & a unique example of the ideal city according to Renaissance architecture. Then one last stop in the small town of Montepulciano, where you can taste the exquisite Nobile di Montepulciano wine & meet the winemakers that make the magic happen. Enjoy a special lunch featuring local specialities. Pick-up & Drop-off at your accommodation 3 wine tastings at boutique wine cellars Lunch with wine pairings & local specialities Visit Pienza & Montepulciano Small group: limited to 8 guests Don’t drive while you wine & dine! Let us take care of everything.

Inclusions: 3 Winery tour and tasting, Pairing lunch at a historic winery, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

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Reviewed By Sogufa

Amazing experience. Kindness and professionalism at the same time. Well organised and safe in all aspects.

10. Cinque Terre Day Trip from Florence with Optional Hiking

Piazza della Stazione, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy Walkabout Florence Tours
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If you love an outdoor adventure, our Cinque Terre tour is sure to add a little something special to your Italian holiday. Join us and explore some of the country’s most beautiful coastal towns and admire the stunning landscapes on a guided tour you’re sure to remember for life. - A magical trip along Cinque Terre’s rugged coast - Exploration of local villages boasting beautiful scenery and architecture - Free time in the villages for wine tasting and souvenir shopping - A scenic boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting)

Inclusions: A fun and professional guide who is there to lead you through the day, Transport between Florence and Cinque Terre by coach plus all other transport for the day, Entry tickets to the Cinque Terre National Park, Boat ride along the Riviera (weather permitting), Time to explore the Cinque Terre villages on foot

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Reviewed By katiegN3709NB

Christian helped make our Florence experience memorable! My husband and I traveled throughout Italy with our two young children ( 8 and 5 years old) and they were so excited for their Fiat tour. They were the only kids on the tour but Christian made sure it fun and educational for them. The whole group was inviting and it was great to get to meet people from all around the world! My kids can not wait to travel more and still talk about how awesome the tour was. I highly recommend this tour with or without kids. We were taken to scenic views throughout Tuscany and even had to maneuver through the streets of Florence in a super fun classic Fiat. Everywhere we drove people would stop and wave because of the group of Fiats brought joy to everyone! This was the best tour we took in Italy and when we come back for a visit we are definitely doing it again! (Our tour was pre-covid)

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