While fresh pasta and flavorful pizza are must-tries during your trip to Florence, these five culinary tours will immerse you even further into the deliciousness of Tuscan cuisine.
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The Tuscan countryside is renowned for its incredible produce, from the wine-rich regions of Chianti to the exquisite cheeses, olive oils, and balsamic vinegars that originate here and are enjoyed worldwide. A food and wine tasting tour is a must for visitors to Florence, as the combination of flavors is simply spectacular. Get ready to savor some of the finest culinary experiences Tuscany has to offer on these tours that celebrate wine, cooking, and dining, often all in one package.
Florence Cheese and Wine Tasting
Visit a family-owned enoteca (wine bar) in the heart of Florence for an early evening tasting session that’s perfectly timed between your sightseeing and dinner plans. This hour-long adventure introduces you to Tuscan wines and cheeses, featuring a Super Tuscan red, a Chianti, and one additional selection curated by a skilled sommelier for an exceptional tasting experience. Each wine is paired with local cheeses to enhance your palate. This tour is available from Tuesday to Saturday. Prices start at €41 per person.
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Chianti Wineries Tour with Food and Wine Tastings from Florence
If sampling wines from the local vineyards intrigues you, consider this day trip to Chianti, one of Italy’s most famous wine-producing regions, located about an hour’s drive south of Florence. During this five-hour tour, you will visit two vineyards nestled in the Chianti Hills, where you’ll explore the wineries and taste seven different wines, complemented by local cheeses, bread, and olive oil. Prices start at €44 per person.
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Cooking Class and Lunch at a Tuscan Farmhouse
For a truly memorable food adventure in Florence, participating in a cooking class will provide you with skills and recipes to enjoy long after your visit. Begin with a market tour to source fresh ingredients before heading to a traditional Tuscan farmhouse where your chef guide will teach you how to make delicious bruschetta, handmade pasta, and tiramisu. To top it off, you’ll enjoy a four-course meal paired with a nice glass of Chianti. Prices start at €120 per person.
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From Florence – Tuscany Wine & Food Tour with Guide
For a comprehensive exploration of rural Tuscany, join this eight-hour guided tour that includes sightseeing in the medieval town of Greve, as well as visits and wine tastings at three different wineries. You will have the opportunity to tour the wine cellars and gardens, immersing yourself in the full Tuscan experience. A traditional Tuscan lunch paired with wines will be served at one of the wineries along the way. Prices start at €129 per person.
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Full-Day Small-Group Truffle Hunting in Tuscany with Lunch
Renowned in the culinary world, truffles are a luxurious delicacy that can often sell for thousands of dollars each due to their rarity. Tuscan truffles are particularly esteemed in gourmet cooking. On this unique guided truffle hunt, you’ll join an experienced truffle hunter and their trusty dog as you search for this elusive treasure in the woods near San Miniato, a historic hilltop town. Conclude your adventure at a local truffle shop, where you can enjoy the exquisite truffles as part of a two-course lunch. Prices start at €295 per person.
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