Location: Cortona
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The 10 Best Tours in Cortona, Tuscany
Perhaps best known these days as the setting for the book and movie “Under the Tuscan Sun,” gorgeous hillside Cortona has a long history dating back even before its time as an important Etruscan center. Top attractions include the Duomo (Cathedral), the small Museo Diocesano across the piazza with its superb art collection, and the fascinating Museo dell'Accademia Etrusca with its assembly of Etruscan and Roman era items. Cortona is also bursting with splendid churches spanning many periods.
Restaurants in Cortona
1. 8-Day Small-Group Flavors of Tuscany Tour with Cooking Classes
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
A great culinary Experience, UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN… in one of the most beautiful and historical corner of Tuscany ….. Arezzo is its 4 valleys.. Delights of the traditional Italian lifestyle, while attending fun-filled cooking classes and enjoying “ UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES “ sightseen excursions.. Discover all the essentials to prepare Italian meals, and passion for reviving Tuscan historic recipes and giving them a contemporary twist. Learn the art of making appetizers, soups, homemade pasta accompanied by sauces, meats, and vegetables, ending with delicious desserts. You will be cooking, dining, Drinking, relaxing and exploring the treasure of Tuscany, while having fun staying at a farmhouse villa, which produces excellent IGT chianti wine and IGP Extra virgin olive oil … Stay in a private apartment, complete with panoramic pool overlooking the historical city of Arezzo and its rolling hills . THE BEST LEARNING COCKTAIL
Inclusions: 7-night accommodation, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, All meals with drinks, Daily Breakfast, Food and wine-tastings, Transport by private vehicle, Beverages, welcome aperitif with prosecco wine testing, 4 cooking lesson with executive chef, Driver/guide, Arezzo train station pickup and drop-off, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Wine tasting tour, 2 Historical tour with lunch at local restaurant ( 1 drink included, City break sightseeing with lunch at local restaurant ( 1 drink included
Exclusions: Museum Entrance fees, Tips, Airport pickup and drop-off, Extra drinks
Reviewed By marissaa905
My boyfriend and I booked this cooking class near Arezzo in Tuscany at a private villa with chef and host Fabrizio. It was fun and we learned how to make fresh ravioli pasta, chicken cacciatore and for dessert Tiramisu. It felt satisfying to eat our three course meal we cooked and enjoy friendly conversation with Fabrizio. Fabrizio was a wonderful teacher and host and we highly recommend his classes and any cooking holidays he is offering for the future. Thank you Fabrizio !!
2. Cortona and Arezzo Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Rome
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Discover Cortona and Arezzo, two wonderful etruscan cities situated in the fabulous landscapes of Tuscany. Admire the marvelous squares, the churches and the medieval and renaissance palaces on a one-day tour. Discover the places of the movie "Under the Tuscan Sun"and the Piazza Grande, famous for being the set of the Roberto Benigni’s movie "Life is beautiful".
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotel inside aurelian walls), Small group limited to a maximum of 14 people
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Manuela L
On Piazza di Santa Maria, this very nice papal basilica has a lot of treasures ; it's a museum to visit with a guide or alone; the first crib, a scuptured work in white marble and representing the Virgin with the Child, San Joseph and the three Wise Men and also the donkey and ox; it's the first crib created by the artist named Arnolfo di Cambio from pape Nicolo V; (Hommage to San Nicolas today) visit also the archaelogical excavations, la sala di Papi and scala di Bernini.
3. Cortona Private Guided Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
Inclusions: Local guide
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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.
4. Private Tour: MONTEPULCIANO Wine Tasting Experience
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Private guided wine tour and tasting in Montepulciano, Tuscany to discover Nobile and the most amazing wine estates and cellars in town and in the wonderful countryside,famous for its rolling and soft hills, vineyards and olive groves.
Inclusions: Lunch, Wine tasting, Snacks, Tour escort/host, Private tour, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Siena and Arezzo province - to be quoted
Reviewed By smolly7
Having arrived in the Cortona area with very little planned I researched a few things to do. Finding this fabulous company was wonderful after emailing late (very late) on a Saturday evening Federica made everything happen seamlessly for a 10am pick up the following morning. We were met by a passionate bundle of energy called Francesco who proceeded to give us a fabulous walk through history and the process of growth and harvest on the way to our first stop. Francesco’s knowledge of the regions and the individual wines was extensive. He was and engaging and patient with our questions. Each vineyard was a contrast to the next, in regards to the process of winemaking. We were throughly relaxed and the day was full of laughter from start to finish. We truely can’t thank the team enough for giving us such a fabulous insight into the regions wines and countryside. If you’re ever in the area allow this business to look after you it is a must while in Tuscany. Ciao????
5. 120 Minute Private Vacation Photography Session with Photographer in Tuscany
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Flytographer Private Vacation Photo Shoot Connect with a local hand-picked professional photographer in Tuscany and capture your most memorable moments during this private photo shoot. Get insider tips on the best things to do in Tuscany, including where to eat & what to see from your vacation photographer. Return from your trip with beautiful, high-quality vacation photos — the best souvenir ever. We specialize in: - honeymoons - family trips - engagements - anniversaries - romantic getaways - multi-generational trips - babymoons - solo travellers - and just because! With over 10,000 5-star reviews, Flytographer is the global leader in vacation photography and has captured over 3 million memories for travellers across six continents. We’ve been featured across A-list media, including Conde Nast Traveler, Oprah, Forbes, Travel + Leisure, New York Times, BRIDES, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle Magazine, Elle, Buzzfeed, Refinery29, Huffington Post, & many more.
Inclusions: Private photo shoot with a professional photographer for individuals, couples and groups, Online image gallery delivered within 5 days of your shoot, 60 high resolution digital photographs, All taxes, fees and handling charges
Exclusions: Proposal photography not included with this package, Entrance fees to shooting locations, Food and drinks, Transportation to and from photoshoot
Reviewed By gratefulfortravel
We use flytographer all over the world when we travel, but it was fun to do a shoot here in Victoria during COVID. I would highly suggest if you're looking for good photos of your family.
6. Siena, Cortona, Montepulciano & Val D'Orcia from Florence - Semi private tour
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Explore in the comfort of a 8 seat van the most beautiful Tuscan towns made famous through films together with a passionate local driving guide. Enjoy lunchoverlooking the rolling hills of Montepulciano while tasting famous wine. Wander the winding streets of Cortona walked by Diane Lane in "Under the Tuscan sun", watch out for the vampires of the Twilight saga " New Moon" in Montapulciano and taste the famous Noble of Montepulciano wine. Explore the locations made famous by Michelle Pfieffer in "A Midsummer night's dream" and Ralph Fienes in " The English patient". Spot the iconic rolling hills of Tuscany from " Letters to Juliet" and enjoy a taste of the local lifestyle by sampling fine local wine, cheese and other products from the region.
Inclusions: Light lunch in a local winery including 2 wine tasting including the famous " vino nobile di Montepulciano", Wine and cheese tasting in a 13th century cellar, Air-conditioned vehicle, Orientation walk of Montepulciano and free time, 1h free time to explore Cortona, Orientation walk of Siena and free time
Exclusions: Gratuities, Pick up / Drop off
Reviewed By amrutaprasad029
Beautiful experience... We had booked the tour online and it was better than expected ... Beet well planned too ... And great guide
7. Rent with driver
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Rent a car with driver and face your journey with serenity, whatever the destination. Tuscany Luxury Tours NCC offers a rental service with driver able to satisfy any transfer need. Whether it's work or holidays, Tuscany Luxury Tours NCC offers its customers a modern and comfortable fleet of vehicles with expert and professional drivers able to satisfy any type of request.
Inclusions: WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Soda/Pop
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8. Arezzo and Cortona with wine tasting
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
A full-day tour in Arezzo and Cortona to learn about a very beautiful area of the Tuscany region. The tour starts in Valdarno, with its spectacular countryside, vineyards and unique view. Enjoy a delicious wine tasting in a unique wine estate in the heart of Tuscany. Lose yourself in the medieval Arezzo, house of artists and poets, walking in the famous Piazza Grande and visiting the Gothic cathedral. This small city is home to many Italian secrets and traditions. Move to Cortona, a beautiful Etruscan city known for its archaeological remains. Two kilometers of the Etruscan walls, which date to the 5th century BC, are still standing today.
Inclusions: Wine and oil tasting with bruschette, Free time to visit Arezzo, Free time to visit Cortona, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By oliviajimenez1
It was such a beautiful day. Got home a bit tipsy, we had an amazing time drinking wine and walking in the gorgeous Chianti! Highly recommended
9. Private Full-Day Tour of Assisi and Cortona from Florence
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4.6 based on 9 reviews
Relax on this private, full-day tour of Assisi and Cortona. Enjoy the personalized attention of your private driver and discover the place where St. Francis and St. Clare were born and visit the wonderful hilltop town of Cortona. A relaxing day trip between Umbria and Tuscany at your own pace! Hotel pickup and drop-off from Florence is included with a driver.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Mercedes vehicle, Speaking driver, Free time in Assisi and Cortona, Bottled water, Wi-Fi
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Local guides in Assisi and Cortona
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
10. Assisi and Cortona Day Trip from Florence
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4.1 based on 126 reviews
Discover the enchanting hilltop towns of Assisi and Cortona on a day trip from Florence, led by a local tour leader! Walk around Assisi, and learn about the life of St Francis of Assisi on visits to the Basilica of San Francesco and the Convent of Santa Chiara. Stop to admire the 9th-century church in Santa Maria degli Angeli before continuing to the Tuscan town of Cortona for some free time to explore.
Inclusions: Journey by fully fitted GT Coach, Expert multilingual escort, Assisi tour with professional guide, Stop for panoramic pictures at Passignano sul Trasimeno, Entrance fee to St Francis'Basilica, Entrance fee to Santa Chiara Church, Entrance fee to Santa Maria degli Angeli Church
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By J Adam K
Took the walking tour today with Safe as our guide. Wonderful experience. Safe spoke flawless English and his passion for Florence, art and history was addicting. We hope to do something similar in the future.
