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Duration: 2 hours

Type of Service: Venice Doge's Palace Tour - small group tour

The Doge's Palace is where the highest-elected magistrates ruled Venice with an iron fist. Go back in time to hear stories of crime, betrayal and the legal system that once kept Venice in check. Inside the Venetian Gothic palace, admire works of art by Titian, Tintoretto and Veronese. See the Golden Staircase, the Bridge of Sighs and even some prison cells. This 2-hour includes:

- English-speaking local tour guide

- Maximum group size of 15

- Comprehensive tour general access rooms

- Skip the line Doge's Palace tickets

Experience Doge's Palace History - Meet your guide outside Doge's Palace. Before skipping the line, admire the building’s exterior and learn about St. Mark’s Square. The Doge's Palace, or Palazzo Ducale in Italiano, is a perfect example of Venetian Gothic architecture. Once home to the Doge when the city was a Republic, the palace sits next to St. Mark's Basilica (the former private place of worship for the Doge). 

Doge's Palace Interior - The interior of the Doge's Palace is grand to say the least. Inside you’ll find marble fireplaces, friezes and stucco adorning the walls. Some works of art stand out over the rest and our guide will lead you straight to them. These grand creations include frescoes by Titian and Veronese. Look at the Stairs of Gold, which connect the first floor of the palace to the third, where offices were located. However, not everything on this small group Doge's Palace tour is beautiful! Get a look at the grim prison cells where accused criminals spent their days in darkness. All these places paint a portrait of law and order in Venice, and the harsh lives of Venetian prisoners, including Giacomo Casanova.

Something to Sigh About - Doge's Palace not only held the seat of the Venetian Republic, it also connected to a prison via the famous Bridge of Sighs. Linking freedom with incarceration, prisoners walked across this bridge before spending years or even the remainder of their lives behind bars. If that wasn’t enough to sigh about, the small windows carved into the bridge offered convicts their last glance of beautiful Venice. That's plenty to sigh about. 

Things to Know:

  • Tour is offered March - November
  • Tour is offered 7 days a week based on availability
  • Tour begins at 1:10pm / Tour check-in 12:55pm
  • Meeting Point Location: Between the two big columns in St. Mark’s Square located on the south side of the square, near the canal – more details upon booking
  • Wear comfortable walking or tennis shoes
Published in Venice Half Day Tours

Duration: 3 hours

Type of Service: Best of Venice with St. Mark's Square & Water Taxi Boat Ride - semi-private tour

See all the top sights of Venice with this exclusive, semi-private tour, limited to only ten people or less per group. With commentary tailored by an expert, English-speaking guide to suit your group, you’ll learn more about Venice in just a few hours than many visitors do on an entire trip. And with such small group sizes, your guide will have more time to answer questions and tailor the pace of the tour to suit you.

Beat the Queues at St Mark's Basilica - First of all, we’ll head straight for the main attraction, to be sure that you have plenty of time to take it all in. St. Mark’s Basilica took 800 years to build with relics and monuments inside bought (or stolen) from all over Europe and Asia. Even St. Mark’s remains eventually ended up here (albeit through dubious means) when Crusaders stole them from Egypt. The queues here can be long but no worries, we have Skip the Line Access! Your guide will take you inside this cavernous space for an extended tour, pointing out mosaics that date all the way back to the 11th century and beautiful artworks. Then it’s up to the second floor for some stolen time inside this busy basilica. The terraces of St. Mark’s Basilica are worth a visit, not to mention the incredible views they offer over bustling Piazza San Marco below.

After our tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and Piazza San Marco, we’ll set out on a walking tour past some of Venice's best-known sights, along with some unlikely favorites. We spent a lot of hours traversing the city, trying to get the right balance of major landmarks and picturesque corners and discovered that much of the joy of visiting Venice is in the journey, walking from one spot to another through quiet residential streets and along canals. Our Venice walking tour will take you on such a journey.

You'll see Marco Polo’s house to hear about the Venetian son who went to sea one day and came back with stories of China; Campo SS Giovanni Paolo with its mix of architecture from so many ages; and the famous Bridge of Sighs. As you move from one spot to another, your guide will entertain you with stories of Venice, from informative tales about how the city has stayed afloat so long, to the whispers of scandal that make Venice such a captivating city. They’ll also point out features and buildings that you may never have noticed on your own.

Enjoy the Grand Canal on a Private Vessel - A visit to the Rialto Bridge, an incredible marble structure that cost Venice a small fortune to build but was certainly worth every penny, is a highlight of this journey, and it’s here where our walking part tour ends. Now it's time to take a seat on a private boat to enjoy the beauty of the city. The tour continues to the Grand Canal, the city’s main waterway which snakes its way past no less than 50 palaces, six churches, four bridges and two open-air markets. We’ll take to the water for a cruise that includes all these wonderful sights. Although many visitors opt to travel the Grand Canal by gondola this wide and hectic waterway is much better suited to the water taxis we use, which allow us to move quickly and easily along the canal without losing the intimacy of a smaller vessel.

Your tour will end at the famous Rialto Bridge. And there you have it, in only a few hours you have seen the very best of Venice from three entirely different perspectives: water, land and even air from the terraces of St. Mark’s Basilica.

Destination Sites:

  • St. Mark's Basilica
  • Terrace of St. Mark's
  • Bridge of Sighs
  • Grand Canal (from the water)
  • Jewish Ghetto (from the water)
  • Doge’s Palace (exterior)
  • Columns of St. Mark and the Venetian Lion
  • Campo SM Formosa
  • Campo SS Giovanni e Paolo
  • Marco Polo’s house (exterior)
  • Rialto Bridge

Things to Know:

  • Small group tour of 10 people or less
  • 1-hour Grand Canal cruise by private boat (groups limited to 10 people)
  • Skip the Line Access to St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Entrance ticket to the terrace of St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Headsets when appropriate, so you can always hear your guide
  • Wear comfortable walking or tennis shoes
  • Dress Code for St. Mark’s Basilica – men and women shoulders and knees must be covered, no sleeveless tops unless you bring a shawl with you. No shorts or mini dresses that exposed the knees.
  • Tour is offered on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
  • Tour starts at 2:30pm
  • Meeting Point Location:Doge’s Palace – more details are given upon booking
Published in Venice Half Day Tours

Duration: 3 hours

Type of Service: Food Walking Tour of Sorrento

Sorrento Food Walking Tour like a local - a 3 hour delicious adventure through the historic center

  • Taste authentic specialties including classic sfogliatelle, arancini-rice balls, real buffalo mozzarella, gelato & more
  • Visit a local trattoria to enjoy homemade gnocchi Sorrentina, with buffalo mozzarella and wine
  • Limoncello Tour of Sorrento - walk through a lemon grove and learn how the best limoncello is made
  • Enjoy a leisurely walk through the cobblestone streets while enjoying the cuisine of Sorrento
  • Meet business owners, family members and chefs at each location

Things to Know:

  • Small tour groups of no more than 14 guests per guide ensures a personalized experience
  • Feel free to bring your camera, wear sunscreen and hat in summer and comfortable walking shoes. Water is available for purchase at all locations and included at lunch.
  • To maximize your chances of getting the day, time, and the number of tickets you prefer, please book well in advance.
  • Bathrooms are available during the tour at most of the food-tasting locations.
  • We dine-rain or shine! In the event of inclement weather, we will be able to go inside many of the establishments on the tour. Please wear walking or tennis shoes
  •  Walking Tours are offered at 10:30am and 4:00pm - check in for tour is 15 minutes before tour time
  • Tour days are Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
  • Meeting point location - Main Square Piazza Tasso (more details given upon booking)
  • You simply won’t find any other way to experience the city this authentically and you’ll leave with unforgettable and delicious dining memories you will treasure for years to come
  • Book your small group walking tour at the beginning of your stay so you will be informed of all the best eateries and hot-spots
  • Discounts are given for children 5 years old to10 years old and 11 years old to 16 years old - please inquire about rates

  

Published in Amalfi Coast/Sorrento

Duration: 8 hours

Type of Service: Small Group Tour to the Amalfi Coast, Departing from Sorrento

Depart in total relaxation from your hotel centrally located in Sorrento. Get on our comfortable coach bus and get ready to join a tour that will make you discover one of the most famous places in the world and three of the most beautiful cities in Italy: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, all located in the Amalfi Coast. If you want to spend some magical hours along the Amalfi Coast, this is the tour designed just for you!

Your comfortable minibus will pick you up from your hotel centrally located in Sorrento at the set time, or at a designated location where you will start this marvelous day immediately, with the wonderful panorama that will surround you while you are driven along the Amalfi Coast, in the direction of one of its most beautiful places, Positano.  After this you will wander its white streets and colored alleys, made even more beautiful by the flowers that decorate almost every house in Positano. You will spend one hour in Positano before getting back on the coach.

After boarding your bus from Positano, you will continue your visit through the incredible villages of Furore, Praiano and Conca dei Marini along the Amalfi Coast. It is now time to meet the second wonder of your tour, the super colored Amalfi. Again, you will have some free time to admire its beauty and to breathe the fresh scents of lemons and flowers of these lands. You will find it hard to choose which one of these to visit first: the Sant’Andrea Fountain, the Santa Maria del Carmine chapel, or walking by the Valle dei Mulini. A must see before leaving will be a visit to the Amalfi Duomo, built in Arab-Sicilian style and dedicated to Saint Andrea, the patron of the town. During your 2- hours, in Amalfi, you have an option to join a panoramic boat trip, taking 45 minutes (12 euros per person).

The final stop on this tour is discovering the enchanting Ravello. Ravello is a flourishing, rich in culture, art, with beautiful views. A famous panoramic center, it is one of the most visited places in Italy by tourists from all over the world. It also draws intellectual personalities interested in its architectonic beauties and famous villas. In addition to the Churches, Villa Cimbrone Gardens is definitely worth a visit. This Villa is entirely built on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, between all kind of plants, flowers, fountains, and caves. After spending 1 hour in the beautiful Ravello, you will begin your return trip.

A breath-taking view, that will surely accompany, together with some nostalgia, your trip back to Sorrento.

Things to Know:

  • Pick-up from the hotel in Sorrento or at a central location
  • Transportation by minibus from/to Sorrento
  • Panoramic tour of the Amalfi Coast
  • Free time in Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
  • English Speaking Assistant/guide on board
  • The client is responsible for lunch and snacks
  • Optional Panoramic boat trip of 45 minutes is available (12 euros per person)
  • We suggest wearing comfortable clothes and walking or tennis shoes (no flip flops or heels)
  • Tour is offered April – October
  • Tour is offered daily based on availability
  • Tour cost: $96.00 per person/adults
  • Tour cost: $75.00 per child/ages 2 – 12 years old

 

  

Published in Amalfi Coast/Sorrento

Duration: 8 hours

Type of Service:  Day Tour of Capri and Anacapri, departing from Sorrento - group tour

Relish in the most authentic and charming Italian lifestyle with our unique tour of Capri Island, one of the most enchanting places of the Mediterranean, a veritable paradise that seems to impress and inspire travelers year after year.

A day tour from Sorrento to visit Capri Island - This unique activity from Sorrento is specially designed for travelers who wish to discover a romantic piece of Italy, a small sunny island with a fascinating heritage. Our tour of Capri and Anacapri from Sorrento will take you all around this stunning island, exploring its most interesting highlights and delving into the unique atmosphere.

This experience will start in the port of Sorrento where your guide will accompany you to the boat towards Capri. 

Explore Anacapri and admire its amazing landscape - The short boat ride towards Capri offers a great chance to admire the beautiful panorama of the island. From the landing on Capri Island, you will be guided towards a short ride by bus to Anacapri, the charming town of the island.

The walking tour of Anacapri will reveal the amazing charm of this place, exploring the small streets with your guide and learning more about the past and present of the island. You will also have some free time to discover the famous Villa San Michele. The next destinations will be Capri Town, where you will also explore its heritage on foot.

Visit Capri and enjoy a free time for shopping - Enjoy one of the most unforgettable experiences with our tour of Capri and Anacapri from Sorrento. Explore the small island from one side to the other and be inspired by its unbelievable beauty.

After an amazing guided tour of Capri, you will have free time to spend on the island. You can spend your time by enjoying a delicious lunch at a seaside restaurant, having a coffee or gelato in the piazza or shopping at the numerous shops. The tour of Capri and Anacapri will conclude in the afternoon with a boat ride back to Sorrento.

Things to Know:

  • This is the perfect tour for people who want options to select from, while on this tour. After a short guided walking tour of Anacapri, you will have options to choose: take the chair lift up the mountain in Ana Capri, visit the Villa on San Michele, sign up for a boat ride around the Isle of Capri, enjoy shopping, or a drink and lunch at a seaside restaurant with amazing views. 
  • Explore the beautiful streets of Anacapri
  • Visit the enchanting Villa San Michele in Anacapri, the property of Dr. Axel Munthe - the client is responsible for the 11 euros admission fees on site
  • Discover the unique beauty of Capri Island
  • Free time to explore the island on your own
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Sorrento Hotel if located in the city center
  • English Speaking Assistant throughout the day
  • Transportation to and from Capri by boat
  • Bus Transportation on Capri Island
  • The client is responsible for paying the 2.50 euros landing tax fee upon arriving in Capri
  • This standard tour can have a maximum of 40 participants
  • We suggest wearing comfortable clothes and tennis shoes
  • Tour is offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday (April – October)
  • Tour pick-up at 7:45am
  • Tour does not operate on Fridays and the following holidays; April 21 - 22, May 1, June 2 and August 15
  • Tour must be booked two weeks in advance
  • Your guide will make several lunch recommendations for you to choose from
  • The client is responsible for their lunch expenses
  • You will have free time to visit the famous sandal shop, the local perfume factory in Capri and partake in limoncello tastings




 

 

 

 

 

Published in Amalfi Coast/Sorrento

Duration: 2.5 hours

Type Of Service: Best of Rome: Afternoon Walking Tour with Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain & Pantheon - small group tour

Enjoy a relaxed, 2.5-hour tour covering Rome’s compact historic center and visiting its most iconic sights. Your expert, English-speaking guide will also give you the history that brings these incredible monuments to life and take you to some of the lesser-known corners with stories of their own to tell.

See the Best of Rome on Our Walking Tour - Learn how Raphael died when you visit the Pantheon, hear about Bernini’s famous feud at Piazza Navona and discover the meaning behind a name at the Spanish Steps. Often referred to as an “outdoor museum,” the streets of Rome are home to some of the city’s finest art. You’ll see the momentous Trevi Fountain, Bernini’s Fountain of Four Rivers and appreciate some of the world’s most impressive architecture in the dome of the Pantheon.

Uncover More with Our Expert Guides - Our guides are experts in their fields, trained in the art and history of the city, and are passionate about showing you more than what’s in front of your nose. Take a Gentle Stroll Through Rome's Past - Our Best of Rome walking tour is the perfect way to orient yourself to the streets, art, and history of Rome. Traveling at an easy pace, you’ll never feel rushed. We’ll even stop for a traditional Italian treat along the way, free of charge, so you can take a few minutes to soak up Rome’s famous ‘dolce far niente,’ the sweetness of doing nothing.

Sites Visited

  • The Spanish Steps
  • Trevi Fountain
  • Pantheon
  • Piazza Colonna 
  • Piazza Navona – Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi

Things to Know:

  • Guided stroll covering the Eternal City’s historic center & iconic sights
  • See the Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, & more
  • Learn Rome’s history from an expert, English-speaking guide
  • Tour is offered daily 7 days a week from March – December, based on availability
  • Tour begins at 3:30pm / Tour check-in at 3:15pm
  • Small group tour of 25 people or less
  • Wear comfortable walking or tennis shoes
  • Meeting point location: Piazza di Spagna – more details are given upon booking
Published in Rome Half Day Tours

Duration: 2 hours

Type of Service: Vatican Under the Stars Evening Tour - small group tour

Are you looking for unusual things to do in Rome? How about touring the Vatican at night? Not only does this special small group Vatican night tour let you skip the crowds, lines and heat, but it also provides a fresh way to see the Vatican’s amazing collections. If you aren’t an early morning person, or you just want less distractions as you enjoy the museum’s treasures, this is the best Vatican tour for you. This two hour tour includes:

- After-hours access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

- An English-speaking guide with expertise in art history

- Access to the treasures inside the Vatican without the heat and crowds

- A maximum group size of 13 people

Night Tour of Vatican Museums - Skipping the line, take a journey with your expert Vatican guide through art history as you walk through the rooms of the most fascinating “living” museums on earth. See works of art in the Pinecone Courtyard and a great view of St. Peter's Basilica. View sculptures handed down to us from the Ancient Romans in the Pio-Clementine Collection. Pass through the Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of Tapestries and Gallery of the Maps as your guide explains the history and stories surrounding these art collections.

The School of Athens by Raphael - Learn about the complexities of Raphael's fresco in the former papal apartments. Raphael was one of Rome's most famous Renaissance artists and he encompassed all the ideals of a Renaissance man. He designed and frescoed multiple rooms connected to the Vatican Museums. In addition to other masterpieces, visit one of Raphael’s most famous works of art, The School of Athens.

The Sistine Chapel at Night - Our evening Vatican tour concludes in Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, where the ceiling and the altar wall are adorned by world-famous and inspiring frescoes. Only when you enter the Sistine Chapel is it clear how high the ceiling is and how many paintings are up there. At this point, it is impossible not to appreciate how difficult it must have been for Michelangelo to lay on his back and toil at his masterpiece, year after year. Since the Sistine Chapel is inside the Vatican Museums, it is included in your Vatican tour tickets.

The Sistine Chapel is a place of worship, therefore, speaking inside is not allowed. Since our guide cannot explain the frescoes while you are inside, we explain the Chapel in advance and provide you with a map/handout for reference before you enter. Men and women must cover their knees and shoulders before entering. We understand the summers in Rome get hot, a good alternative is to bring a scarf or shawl to cover up with before you enter.

Take Your Time and Explore the Collections - If you want to stay inside the Vatican Museums after the conclusion of your evening tour, go right ahead! The museums remain open for another two hours after the guided tour concludes. Take your time and revisit your favorite works of art or simply wander around taking in the intense beauty of your surroundings. 

Things to Know

  • Tour is offered April - October
  • Tour is offered on Friday nights only
  • Tour is offered at 6:45pm /Tour check in at 6:30pm
  • VIP After Hours Access
  • This tour does not include a visit to St. Peter's Basilica because it is closed at night.
  • Meeting point location: in front of Caffe Vaticano, directly across the street from the Vatican Museums Entrance on Viale Vaticano. A representative will be there holding a sign with the tour name on it – more details are provided upon booking
  • Cover your knees and shoulders - avoid shorts, and skirts/dresses and tank tops that do not cover your knees and shoulders. If you're a woman and you are wearing something that bares your shoulders, bring a shawl or sweater.
  • Comfortable walking shoes or tennis shoes are highly recommended
  • No tripods, large purses or large backpacks can be brought into the museums

 

Published in Rome Half Day Tours

Duration: 3.5 hours

Type of Service: Privileged Entrance Vatican Walking Tour with Sistine Chapel – small group tour

Our Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour starts at 7:30a.m. and we enter the Vatican Museums just after 8:00a.m. (an hour earlier than general public access). As a result, witness the jaw-dropping Sistine Chapel before the masses of people stream in. After visiting the Sistine Chapel, our professional English-speaking guide will take you back through the highlights of the Vatican Museums. Then pass back through the Sistine Chapel and head to St. Peter’s Basilica. One of our most popular Rome tours, this 3.5-hour Vatican tour includes:

  • - Skip the line Vatican tickets
  • - Small group size of 14 people
  • - Tour starts at 7:30am /entry to museums shortly after 8:00am
  • - A professional English-speaking guide
  • - Skip the line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica

First stop is a visit to the Sistine Chapel before it’s open to the general public. Since the Sistine Chapel is inside the Vatican Museums, it’s included in your Vatican Museums ticket. When you enter the Sistine Chapel, you’ll realize our descriptions cannot do this incredible work justice. As well as being one of Michelangelo’s most prized masterpieces, the Sistine Chapel also serves as a gathering place for cardinals of the Catholic Church. This is also where new popes are elected - including Pope Francis! The Sistine Chapel is a place of worship, so speaking inside is forbidden. Don’t worry though, your guide will provide you with a map/handout for reference before you enter. *The Sistine Chapel is a sacred place, so both men and women must cover their knees and shoulders. Otherwise, you may be refused entry to a portion of your Vatican tour. We understand the summers in Rome are hot - a great alternative is to bring a shawl/sweater to wrap around you when necessary.

The Best Galleries at the Vatican - Led by our guide, visit our favorite galleries including the Borgia Apartments, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Maps. Predating a unified Italy by nearly 300 years and based on painted topographical maps of Italy, the Gallery of the Maps is one of the coolest places in the Vatican Museums. One of the frescoes contains the image of a sea monster - see if you can spot it!

Raphael Rooms - The term Renaissance literally means "rebirth" and refers to the period of European civilization that produced a great revival in art, literature and learning. Raphael was one of Rome's most famous Renaissance artists who encompassed all the ideals of a Renaissance man. He designed and frescoed multiple rooms connected to the Vatican Museums. Among other masterpieces, you’ll see one of Raphael’s most famous works of art, The School of Athens.

Skip the Line St. Peter’s Basilica - St. Peter's Basilica is the grand centerpiece of the Vatican. Imagine walking into the biggest church you've ever seen, filled with artwork from all the famous Italian artists you learned about in school. Skip the lines that wait outside in St Peter's Square as you access the basilica from the inside, through a special side entrance our guides can use. Once inside, admire masterpieces that include the Baldacchino, La Pieta, the statue of St. Peter and more. While it is free to enter, this guided tour helps you make the most of it, without suffering the long lines. 

Things to Know

  • Tour is offered March – December
  • Tour is offered on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday – no tours on Wednesday and Sunday
  • Tour is offered at 7:30am /Tour check in at 7:15am
  • Meeting point location: Between Hotel Alimandi and Caffé Vaticano, at the top of the big staircase (Viale Vaticano,100). A representative will be there holding a sign with the tour name on it – more details are provided upon booking
  • Tour will be closed on these holidays and special events – March 19, April 9 and 22, June 29, August 15, November 1 and December 26
  • Cover your knees and shoulders - avoid shorts, and skirts/dresses and tank tops that do not cover your knees and shoulders. If you're a woman and you are wearing something that bares your shoulders, bring a shawl or sweater.
  • Comfortable walking shoes or tennis shoes are highly recommended
  • No tripods, large purses or large backpacks can be brought into the museums

 

Published in Rome Half Day Tours

Duration: 3 hours

Type of Service: Food Lover's Tour: Tasting at Florence’s Hidden Classics and Gems – small group tour

Florence is home to the some of the best foods and family run bottegas. On this food tour in Florence, we will have the bonus of strolling the historical center of town with a local expert while tasting the regions finest specialties on this fun, informative food lover's crawl. You’ll visit a mix of classic culinary institutions and hidden gems on the tiny streets off famous squares. You will visit artisan purveyors such as bakers, family-owned bottegas procuring goods from their own farms and local wines, a truffle cafe, institutional gelato parlors and more. You'll taste prized ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, caliber vintage prosecco, aged balsamic vinegar, local cheeses (ewe's milk pecorino), artisan cured meats, and learn all about Florentine's food history while getting a sense of the city with this specialty gourmet walk. This tour is a must for true food lovers who want to get down to the grain of the local food culture while meeting the city's most cherished bottegas, with a touch of sightseeing and main square orientation.

Highlights:

  • Small-group, culinary tour of Florence with a local, passionate expert
  • 5 gourmet tasting pit-stops, with wine at 2 stops
  • Crash course into Florentine food culture and traditional Tuscan goods
  • Guided walking tour in the center of Florence, tasting at both cult classics and hidden nooks
  • Traditional Tuscan sweet pastries like rice pudding budino or chocolate semolino tartlets with Italian roasted espresso
  • Snack like a royal at king-approved truffle cafe’ for Florence’s famous panino tartufato with bubbles
  • Visit classic bakeries for Tuscany’s schiacciata flatbreads along with seasonal delicacies (wine grape pie, sweet chestnut & pine nut cake castagnaccio, etc)
  • Farmstead quality cheese and cured meat tasting with locally produced wine
  • Savor in Italian excellence via tastings of Extra Virgin Olive Oil from around Italy & Aged Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 Wine tastings included (i.e. bubbly with truffles, local red wine with prosciutto, etc)
  • Meeting local characters and purveyors
  • Wholly artisanal gelato, gelato judge approved
  • ...and more!

Our gourmet food tours in Florence are perfect for discerning food lovers, chefs, bakers, cooks, farm-to-table eaters and Italian culture enthusiasts. After your food tour, you will feel more confident to return to these shops and know what defines the traditional food landscape. Be prepared for genuine backdoor journey through these local-loved food shops.

 Things to Know

  • Small group tour food walking tour - 8 people or less
  • Wear comfortable walking or tennis shoes
  • Tour begins at 3:00pm /Tour check in 2:45pm
  • Tour is available for youth 12 years old to adults
  • Inquire about discount rates for children ages 12 - 17 years old
  • Meeting Point Location: Piazza Signoria – more details are given upon booking

Duration: 5 hours

Type of Service: Pizza and Gelato Cooking Class at a Farmhouse in Tuscany - small group class

Learn to make these Italian classics in an idyllic setting in the beautiful Tuscan countryside.

Under the guidance of a professional Italian chef you will be taken on a cultural journey learning the skills and inside tricks of making the best mouth-watering pizza and gelato right in the country where they were born.

The beautiful estate that offers stunning views over the surrounding hills just outside the center of Florence provides the perfect setting to roll up your sleeves and get hands on when learning the process from making and kneading the dough to choosing the perfect topping for your pizza. Some ingredients for your pizza are picked from our very own vegetable garden.

You will be able to relax and enjoy the delicious pizza cooked in our wood oven with a glass of Chianti wine or a cold beer before you get started on the gelato making. By the end of the class you will feel confident enough to re-produce the food at home impressing your lucky guests!

Being both a fun but instructive class this hands-on pizza and gelato making class will be one of the most memorable parts of your trip to Tuscany.

 Highlights

  • Small-group pizza and gelato making class at a breathtaking farmhouse set in the rolling hills of Tuscany!
  • Learn the insider tips and special techniques from our professional chef
  • Hands on experience: learn to make Pizza and home-made Gelato
  • Enjoy the food accompanied by wine and beer

 Things to Know

  • After meeting the professional chef in our centrally located office you will be transported directly to our beautiful private estate in the hills just above Florence where you will start to live the full Italian experience.
  • On arrival you will be able to appreciate the stunning views over gorgeous countryside as you taste the traditional 'fettunta' and enjoy a glass of Chianti wine whilst listening to the culture behind Italy's most famous food, pizza and gelato.
  • By this time you will be eager to get hands on. The professional chef will teach you the art of dough making and kneading and will give you all the inside tips in order to easily produce the same result back home where you'll be able to impress your friends and family. You'll learn about the different ways to make pizza depending on the region.
  • Next it will be time to get creative as you use the ingredients picked from our very own vegetable garden and choose from the many traditional toppings the Italians love. The pizza will be cooked in our wood oven to give it the traditional flavor that will make you feel proud as you sit down and enjoy your pizza with more wine or beer.
  • The fun continues as you then learn the special techniques to make your very own gelato. You will make creamy gelato with unique toppings/sauces and though you may always want to reproduce these same toppings the chef will make sure you have an adequate understanding in order to be able to experiment at home!
  • You will leave feeling satisfied, excited and with wonderful memories that you will be able to take home with you!
  • Wear comfortable walking or tennis shoes and casual attire – you will be working in an outdoor kitchen
  • Upon arrival from the parking lot – you will walk down a set of stairs to reach the outdoor kitchen and vegetable garden
  • Meeting Point Location:  more details are given upon booking (center city of Florence)
  • Tour is offered Monday – Saturday at 2:30pm
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