Private 2-Day Culinary Tour in Radda in Chianti, Tuscany

2 days Free CancellationMin 2 participantsMeet on location or pickupInstant confirmationPrivate tourGuided Operated by TUI Italy

Why we love it?

The 2-Day Private Taste of Tuscany tour offers an immersive experience into the heart of Tuscany, focusing on its rich culinary heritage and stunning landscapes. Ideal for food enthusiasts and travelers seeking a personalized adventure, this tour includes visits to the historic town of San Gimignano and opportunities to explore the region's renowned truffles and local cooking techniques. Distinctive features include a private guide fluent in English, a night’s accommodation, and the chance to enjoy authentic Tuscan meals, all while surrounded by the picturesque hills of Chianti.

Inclusions

  • Operated with an English-speaking local guide during visits to San Gimignano (day 1)
  • 1 night accommodation
  • 1 Breakfast
  • 1 Lunch
  • Private Arrival and private departure transfer
  • Car and driver at your disposal during the activities
  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary:  Guided walk in San Gimignano (Day 1); Truffle Hunting and Cooking class (Day 2)

Exclusions

  • Visa fees
  • Domestic and international flights
  • Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
  • Optional tours (if any)
  • City tax not included, payable on the spot
  • Any visit not mentioned in the program
  • Porterage and gratuities
  • Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
  • Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
  • Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Itinerary

Day 1
  • Your journey begins in Florence, where you are picked up and driven into the rolling hills of Chianti, leaving the energy of the city behind. As you travel through vineyards and olive groves, the scenery gradually transforms into the peaceful landscapes that define Tuscany. In the afternoon, you arrive in San Gimignano, one of the region’s most charming medieval towns. Together with your private guide, you explore its historic center, walking through narrow streets lined with stone buildings, artisan shops and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the countryside. During your visit, you stop at the renowned Gelateria Dondoli, where you enjoy a gelato tasting experience featuring award-winning flavors. Afterwards, you can enjoy your accommodation in the Chianti countryside, where you can relax in the quiet atmosphere of your surroundings.

    Overnight in the Chianti Area.

Day 2
  • Today, you experience the countryside in its most authentic form

    Today, you experience the countryside in its most authentic form. Accompanied by an expert guide and trained dogs, you take part in a truffle hunting experience in the woods surrounding San Gimignano, discovering the traditions behind one of Tuscany’s most prized ingredients. After the hunt, you head to Podere La Marronaia, where your culinary journey continues with a hands-on cooking class. Guided step by step, you prepare traditional Tuscan dishes using fresh, local ingredients. At the end of the experience, you sit down to enjoy a lunch based on the dishes you have prepared, paired with local wines in a relaxed countryside setting. In the afternoon, you are transferred back to Florence, bringing your Tuscan escape to a close.

Please Note

  • On Day 1, the recommended arrival is before 2:00 pm
  • On the last day, the recommended departure time is after 4:00 pm
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons.
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • In many hotels in Italy, the triple rooms are a double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 3 days before start

Non-refundable after 3 days before start