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Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes during this Tuscan cooking class in Siena. From homemade pastas to juicy cuts of meat, a professional chef leads you through a combination of family-favorite recipes and time-tested dishes, culminating with a shared meal and excellent wine. This class is held in a professional kitchen and limited to a small group of 15 people or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Tuscany is known for its excellent vintages, but the world of Tuscan wine can be overwhelming for a novice. With this informal wine class, you’ll get your bearings and learn to recognize the most important and storied wines of Tuscany. Delve into the history of Tuscany’s wine production, discover the different wine-producing areas and grapes, and sample a number of reds and whites from the region.

Become a pilgrim of sorts and take a scenic hike on the historic Via Francigena, an old pilgrimage route that stretched from Canterbury in England to Rome. The rural route takes you through villages, vineyards, and some of the most scenic countryside in Tuscany. Best of all, once you get to the medieval village of Monteriggioni you're rewarded with a wine tasting. At the end, head back to Siena via train.

Sample Italy's flagship Brunello di Montalcino wine in the hills where it’s produced with this exclusive winery tour and tasting at a medieval castle. Join a sommelier for a stroll through the vineyards to learn about the history and production of Brunello at this family-run estate, then relax over a tasting that pairs three different wines with local specialties. Cap off your experience with a three-course Tuscan lunch.

Sip Tuscan wine in a medieval castle during a tasting session in Montalcino. Hosted by a professional sommelier, the experience ensures you get the lowdown on the wine as you taste it. Enjoy three varietals including a glass of the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, along with local bread or breadsticks and olive oil.

Indulge in one of Italy's most beautiful cities, Siena, during this sightseeing tour. An expert guide gives you an insider's view of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town. Linger for a while in Piazza del Campo, the superlative square that is home to the Palio, a wild horse race that takes place every July and August. Stroll the streets with your guide learning about the history of the place. Visit the Duomo, Siena's stunning cathedral, and stroll right in thanks to your skip-the-line ticket. 

Spend an afternoon in the wine town of Montalcino, tasting the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino and learning about wine production. This tour from Siena that tasting of local wine paired with salami and cured meat. Admire views of the Tuscan countryside from the pretty hill town and discover the region’s generations-old winemaking traditions.

Visit San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, and Montalcino on a day trip from Siena, and discover medieval architecture, wine, and stunning views of Tuscany. With ample free time in each of the hill towns, the tour also includes lunch at a Monteriggioni winery plus samples of Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino wine.

Maximize time in Siena with a guided walking tour through the medieval city streets. See local landmarks including Piazza del Campo and the Siena Cathedral while hearing stories about the city’s history and architecture from a local guide. Explore a local district, called a Contrada, and learn about Siena’s famous Palio horse races.

Take the stress out of planning a day in Tuscany on this half-day small-group tour of the Chianti wine region from Siena, including transport. Enjoy an air-conditioned ride over to two popular wineries to taste wines and oils locals love. Plus spend some free time in Monteriggioni, and catch a glimpse of the town’s well-known medieval castle.

Spend a day sipping one of Italy’s top wines, Brunello di Montalcino, on this day trip from Siena. Led by an expert guide, travel to the cellars to learn about the production process and meet the locals behind the delicious red wine. Then, pause at a family-run winery for an authentic Tuscan lunch before exploring the village of Montalcino and the abbey of Sant'Antimo. Stop for additional tastings along the way and conclude with transportation back to Siena. Group size is reserved to eight people for a more intimate experience.

Stroll the charming Medieval streets of a Tuscan hill town with this 2-hour private tour of Siena. Learn about Siena's hidden gems from a knowledgeable guide in between visits to its most popular sights.

Giddy up! Traverse the hills of Tuscany via a unique mode of transportation with this guided horseback tour from Siena. Roam the rolling hills, some clad in grapevines, others blanketed with olive groves, as you and your horse calmly explore the region. Pass through rustic villages, all while learning about the history of the place from your guide. See stunning scenery that you would not have had the chance to encounter.

Discover the fine wines and rich historical heritage of Chianti on a full-day trip from Siena. With a knowledgeable guide, travel through the sublime Tuscan countryside and visit castles cradled by rolling green hills and sprawling vineyards. Visit Castello di Brolio, the esteemed birthplace of Chianti wine, and delve into the opulent chambers of Castello di Ama. Pleasure your palate with fine samples of Chianti Classico wine during tasting sessions and feast on a traditional Italian lunch during your tour. Enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

Explore the history and production of a boutique winery in the Tuscan hills with this exclusive winery tour and private tasting. Join your guide and host for a walk through the vineyards where you’ll learn about the terroir, grapes, and cultivation methods behind each bottle. Then sit down for a guided tasting at the wine shop, where you’ll sample whites and reds paired with local gourmet specialties.

The only real food tour of Siena - Our guided Siena Food Tour brings you to 8 distinct enogastromic locales within the historic center of Siena. Our tour will begin with classic Italian breakfast and includes a hearty lunch, so make sure to bring your appetite! Stops and tastings include "panforte" a 13th-century Sienese cake, handmade "pici," a Tuscan style of pasta, artisanal pecorino cheese, two wine tastings from the finest Tuscan vineyards, local dishes in a classic osteria, sweet bites in a famous 19th-century spice shop, and rich gelato in the heart of Piazza del Campo. All food and wine tastings are included in the ticket price.

The pleasure of sharing our knowledge by teaching how to make natural doughs that you can make at home. Tasting local products and wines spend a cheerful afternoon discovering this still natural and intact Tuscan area A different evening to remember

Join us for a jeep excursion to the panoramic terrace where you will enjoy fantastic views. You will be handed a picnic basket with a bottle of wine, freshly baked tuscan bread with olive oil, a selection of cold meats, salami and local cheeses. Tenuta Fertuna will be seen at a distance, overlooking the pretty hilltop towns like Vetulonia, Montepescali, Giuncarico. A bit of history... Designed by man with the utmost respect for the environment and for nature, the estate was purchased in 1997 and it counts 145 hectares, of which 50 are used for the cultivation of vines, 10 hectares are dedicated to olive groves. The soil rich in Galestro (schist rock) and Alberese (calcareous substrate), the fertile and uncontaminated nature, the Mediterranean microclimate with a strong marine influence and a good day / night temperature range, make the Maremma a terroir particularly devoted to the cultivation of vines .

Discover the taste of typical Tuscan dishes at this unique dinner in an ancient villa. Dinner takes place amongst spectacular landscapes, making you discover new horizons. • 4-course Tuscan dinner plus a side dish • Wine and spirits are included • Takes place in a recently renovated villa from the 1920s, with its original characteristics intact • Valentina loves good company and good food, and hosts with Alberto, her husband, a Palio fan and footballer

If you would like to experience Siena in a glass and have a glimpse inside a real Tuscan home, this Wine tasting is for you. The experience takes place in the home of a local professional Wine Taster from ONAV (the Italian Association of Wine Tasters). Together with your host you will: - Learn the basic techniques of wine tasting in order to detect and enjoy its different notes and aromas - Taste 3 different regional wines and discover their characteristics. The tasting session includes: Brunello di Montalcino, Bolgheri rosato and Moscadello (or similar wines). The wine tasting will be paired with savory regional food: a table of cold cuts and cheese or vegetarian appetizers. If you do not finish the wine during the tasting session, don’t worry... You can take it back home and enjoy it afterwards! As this experience is private, you will have the time to ask all the information you would like to have in a lively and authentic atmosphere.

Areas of viticulture celebrate the end of harvest by crushing grapes under foot. Those scenes of girls with skirts to the knee pounding the grapes have become an Italian symbol and have given their significant contribution to the "I love Lucy" movie. This tour is highly recommended for those who want to try a unique experience, while capturing the best pictures for social media. A visit to a winery with wine tasting is included; depending on the season guests can pick grapes or simply press grapes we have previously purchased.

It starts from the visit of the vineyards with explanations on the vines and their different vinifications, a hint to the company history, two steps in the vegetable garden and an interesting path: you can also see a medieval source and some shelters used in the Second World War, but from the origins older. We then proceed with a walk in the fields where Senatore Cappelli wheat is grown, (a fine variety of ancient cereal, recently rediscovered by a few farmers and suitable for all types of food) and a walk in the olive grove. Then to the mill with explanation of the pressing and video to better understand the processing of this very precious product. The visit ends with the pasta factory, one of the Italian excellences! You will understand the evolution of pasta and the production method.

Excursion to Lake Chiusi by canoe is the best way to appreciate Lake Chiusi in its entirety: it is a real natural oasis 5km from the historic center of Chiusi, which over time has become a place of interest for bird watching, fishing and sports enthusiasts. The canoe tour is certainly one of the great experiences to enjoy here, admiring the flora and fauna of Lake Chiusi as well as the beautiful surrounding landscape from a privileged position.

Visit of the Cellar, Olive Mill & Ageing room 20-minute immersion into our rich history along with current vineyard and winemaking operations. Tasting of 3 wines: Chianti & Supertuscan Tasting of the organic Extravirgin Olive Oil 3 courses prepared with fresh ingredients and organic local food, by our chef Pairing and tasting made by expert Sommeliers Best shipping price in one week all over USA (35euros /case) Europe (25 euros/case)