Chianti Tours

Experience a side of Italy rarely available to visitors when you take a cooking class in the Chianti wine region. During your private session, discover the secrets of Tuscan cuisine, from sauces to tiramisu. After dining on the food you just learned to make, continue on to a vineyard for a complimentary wine tasting and pairing lesson. Round-trip transport from Siena is included for your convenience.

Tour the cellars of Monterinaldi Castle with a sommelier as your guide. This historic castle in the heart of Chianti is the perfect setting to learn all about the winemaking process. After your private tour of the cellars, enjoy a 3-course Tuscan lunch with wine pairings in an 18th century villa.

See the Chianti region’s famous vineyards, olive groves, and medieval villages from an entirely new perspective when you embark on a half-day horseback riding tour. This private tour begins with pickup from your Siena accommodation; travel by car to an area winery, where the adventure begins. Once you’ve become acquainted with your horse, you’ll ride past some of the area’s loveliest scenery. Finish with a traditional Tuscan lunch, plus wine tasting.

Culinary Experiences. Sandra Betti had the idea for ShopandCook: "My love of Tuscany brought me to the idea of healthy and tasty cooking, based on foods and ingredients direct from local sources." Cooking using seasonal produce and passing along centuries-old Tuscan traditions through my personal experience are the priorities for my culinary experiences.” We will show how to recognise quality in various produce that is essential to create excellent dishes.

Sip some of Italy's most famous wine during a 1.5-hour visit to an organic winery in the heart of the Chianti region. Tour the vineyards and organic winery between Radda and Panzano, right in the Chianti Classico wine-producing area. Learn about how local wines are made. Take part in a wine-tasting session at the conclusion of your tour, sampling between 3-6 wines with appetizers such as bread with olive oil produced on-site.

Discover how locals prepare Tuscan food in a small-group cooking class in Montalcino. Visit the market with your teacher to choose all of the necessary ingredients.  Then, learn how to make fresh pasta, sauces, sweets, and more in a traditional Tuscan home. Enjoy your prepared dishes with a glass of Rosso Di Montalcino wine. Leave with a full stomach and special diploma to boast your new cooking skills.

Get to know the off-the-beaten-path wine region of Maremma, in coastal Tuscany, during this private tour. Round-trip private transportation is convenient and means that you can taste as much wine as you wish. Visit two wineries, both known for their modern architecture, to taste samples and learn about wine production. You'll also enjoy a 3-course lunch and wine pairing.

Visiting the estate you will feel the deep history of the family. Taste the Chianti wine and typical product of tuscany

For true wine-lovers, there’s no greater thrill than seeing where Tuscany’s specialty red is made. During this in-depth tour of an organic, family-run winery, you’ll learn the ins and outs of Chianti Classico. Tour the scenic vineyard and sample four different red wine varieties inside the atmospheric on-site cellar. Pair your tasting with fresh cheeses and salami, all made from fresh regional products.

Pedal through the Tuscan countryside during this half-day e-bike tour through Brunello. Bike along unpaved roads with ease on your electric bike towards local Tuscan vineyards. Enjoy a wine tasting at the Abbey of Sant’Antimo and learn about the ancient winemaking process. Sample three glasses of wines, including the Brunello di Montalcino, before heading to the medieval town of Montalcino to explore.

Experience for your private group. Come with us for an unforgettable day spent visiting Siena with a professional city guide and the Chianti area accompanied by one of our expert English speaking drivers born and raised in Tuscany. -During the 8/9hr tour you will explore the Gothic city of Siena with its famous shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the gorgeous cathedral, followed step by step by a licensed TOUR GUIDE! -In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to visit some of the most famous vineyards, or unknown small family businesses, see their cellars and taste their excellent wines and food. -Then explore the wonderful medieval city of San Gimignano. Our drivers are all extremely familiar with Tuscany and with the main destinations. They will always share historical information, curiosities and traditions about the area of the sightseeing and they are available at any needs.

Explore the Tuscan countryside while in port in Livorno with a 9-hour private wine tour. Led by an expert guide, take a scenic drive into the heart of the Chianti wine region to learn about the winemaking process and sample local blends. Taste top-quality, Tuscan olive oil and admire the rolling landscape before heading back to your cruise ship.

Our hot air balloon rides from Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, in the Chianti region of Tuscany, Italy. We start in the early morning due to the ideal stable air conditions found at that time. Thanks to the strategic position of our launch site, you will be able to admire old Tuscan castles and renaissance villas, enjoy aerial views of the old towns of Poggibonsi, Senese San Gimignano, Col Val D’Elsa and be amazed by the typical Chianti hills, vineyards and woods . On a clear day if we fly high enough you may see the Tirrenean/Mediterranean sea reflecting the morning sun in the distance. Once landed, we will have breakfast together in the middle of the Chianti countryside with typical Tuscan products.

Your day is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Delve into the heart of Tuscany’s Chianti wine region—and enjoy an indulgent meal plus wine tastings—when you book this private, half-day tour. Following pickup at your area hotel, set off with just a private guide for company. Venture first to the Antinori nel Chianti Classico winery, where you’ll tour the striking facilities and enjoy a tutored tasting. Then, transfer to the regal Villa Le Corti for further wine and olive oil tastings, plus a gourmet, 3-course lunch.

Oenophiles will appreciate this tour through Tuscany, which is known for its outstanding Chianti wine. Visit a working vineyard to learn about and sample Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva and Super Tuscan wines. Take a break to explore a nearby Medieval village, then visit a second farmhouse-style winery to sample more wines and local olive oils.

Located on a hilltop, 5 km from the picturesque village of Greve in Chianti, the farm is family-run, and it's is both a holiday farmhouse and a working farm that produces DOCG wine and extra virgin olive oil. Elena the owner will explain the wine process and taste their wine. Gabriele will teach the secrets of the pizza. You will visit the cellars, the vineyards, and you will be immersed in the beauty of the Chianti landscape. A gastronomic itinerary through the most popular pizza, starting with the lighter tastes, going on with the fuller flavors, ending with the sweet pizza. All you can eat... eat as much as you can and enjoy it.

The ultimate wine tour take you in the best area for wine production in Tuscany. We are certified sommeliers and we offer an amazing learning and discovery experience.

The hot air balloon flight over Chianti takes place early in the morning in order to fully enjoy the ideal conditions of stable air that are found at that moment in the day, and to be able to admire the countryside below which slowly wakes up and is tinged with beautiful colors ! During the flight you can enjoy the fresh air, take beautiful photos, and admire the beautiful landscape below our feet. Once the trip is over, we will have breakfast together with typical Tuscan products, then we will end our Tuscan experience with a wine tasting in a well-known local company, and located in a splendid castle with panoramic views of the Chianti and the vineyards, reachable by your car a few km from the flight station.

The Chianti area is characterized by a very special combination of climate and land, which facilitates the production of a refined wine, considered among the best in the world. The whole area offers the visitor a sequence of unique views marked by gentle, green hills, wide stretches of vineyards and olive trees. On board of a Mercedes vehicles, we will take you to the discovery of two exclusive wineries where you will enjoy wine tasting and a lunch you will hardly forget. The visit to the estates is a well-rounded experience starting from the vineyards, then we will be visiting the cellars, where you will appreciate the winemaking tradition. Typical lunch with combined wines in a beautiful estate and visit of the Medieval Castellina village with the tower climbing. Stop in Greve in Chianti for a free visit and aperitiv in a family runned winery with tasting.

Grand tour of the Val D'Orcia allows you to discover the most beautiful Tuscan countryside with a Professional Tour Guide-Sommelier The small towns of Montalcino, Pienza and Montepulciano are the essence of this region, the dream of every curious traveler and lover of art, good food and great wines. Discover the splendid Renaissance town of Montepulciano, its splendid square, surrounded by magnificent palaces from the 1500s, its extraordinary underground medieval cellars, the elegant streets with small shops and artisan shops and wine bars. Be in love with Pienza, a UNESCO site, the charming village created by Pope Pius II, the extraordinary Renaissance cathedral, and the incredible view over the valley. Tasting of the delicious pecorino cheese. Visit the famous wine town of Montalcino and taste the celebrated Brunello di Montalcino wine in a winery. *** Trasportation is not included *you need of your own car for this tour. *I have my car I dont need to travel with you

Experience the real Tuscan essence by visiting the Orcia Valley and its beautiful villages! Meet you guide in Montalcino, where the world-famous Brunello wine is produced! Wonder through the Medieval twisty streets and explore the Fortress, whose design became a model for all the Tuscan cities, the “Chiesa dei Senesi” and then head to the square housing the “Palazzo Comunale”; learn about the history of the village and its importance. Take a walk to the Cathedral for an amazing view on the valley surrounding Montalcino and stop for a glass of the celebrated Brunello before heading to Pienza! After a scenic drive through the vineyards, you will arrive in the heart of the Orcia! Pienza it’s a real and unexpected Renaissance jewel. Enjoy the artistic beauty by discovering the Cathedral as well as the Piccolomini Palace, once home to the Pope Pius II, among many other architectural jewels. Walk along the city walls for a breathtaking view and a tasting of the famous pecorino cheese.

Explore another side of Tuscany’s lovely countryside when you visit an esteemed local winery. On this small-group tour, you'll go on a behind-the-scenes tour of the producer's extensive cellars, and will learn what goes into the winemaking process. Then, sit down for a tasting of three different varieties, including Brunello di Montalcino: one of Italy’s most expensive and coveted wines. Alongside the glasses, you’ll also enjoy a light meal of traditional nibbles.

Experience a side of Tuscany rare to visitors during a private cooking class in the home of a Chianti region local. The 3-hour lesson covers the secrets of preparing authentic Italian cuisine and three traditional recipes to bring back home. After the lesson, enjoy the fruits of your labor with local wine and plenty of conversation. A souvenir apron and shopping tote are included.