Tours in Lucca

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of the Italian cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.

You will discover Lucca and its highlights in a very relaxed way. The city is a truly hidden gem that needs curiosity and calm to be discovered. Just look around discovering many little details that makes this city unique like a tower with some trees at the top, the narrow and ancient streets, the walls. The tour I offer is private so I can customize the tour to the client's needs.

Meeting at APT Cinquale where you leave the e-bikes and walk a short stretch on the sea side, 50 meters away are the Dunes of Forte dei Marmi, where the expert Gianluca will guide you to discover intact vegetation is protected by the WWF . Return to the APT and, riding the ebikes, take the Via Romantica, a stretch along the Versilia river until you reach Lake Porta, an oasis protected by the WWF, where Antonio awaits you, who will illustrate the species of migrants present and stationed on the lake. Antonio is a self-made man expert in ornithology and birdwatching respectful and passionate about nature in general. Visit for an hour and a half, then a nice tour of the Versilia golf course and you will enter via Padre Ignazio da Carrara towards Vittoria Apuana where a good coffee awaits you at the fourth Platano bar or, depending on the time, a delicious aperitif. Finally we return to the APT Cinquale

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of the Italian cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines.

Exploring the hills of Lucca with an e-bike tour adds an exciting dimension to your adventure. Admire the picturesque landscapes as you move nimbly through vineyards and olive groves. After a brief initial introduction, during which the functions of the e-bike will be illustrated, you will have the opportunity to explore its features and start enjoying the experience. Cycling among the cypress trees, olive groves and vineyards, crossing the small enchanted villages that seem suspended in time, is a truly unique experience. The tour reaches its peak with a delicious tasting, offering you the opportunity to savor the fine local wines and enjoy culinary specialties that tell the authenticity of Tuscan cuisine. A perfect combination of adventure, breathtaking views and gastronomic delights, which will completely immerse you in the essence of the magnificent Lucca countryside.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from San Miniato treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 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.

Take the worry out of your departure to Pisa Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.

We advise all curious people, lovers of the outdoors, to rent a Vespa or a scooter to discover the beauties around Lucca independently and easily and experience a trip to freedom along the fascinating roads of Tuscany. We are ready to suggest the best attractions, small villages, ancient farms, parks for outdoor experiences and historic cities that you can visit from Lucca by renting a Vespa, which you could not reach so easily either by bicycle or by car.

Cultural historical walk in a surprising and unexpected city. Contact with local life, culture and food and wine. We will visit the Church of San Andrea with the wonderful pulpit by Giovanni Pisano, a jewel of medieval sculpture. In the Cathedral we will be able to admire the silver altar dedicated to San Jacopo, a marvel of unique goldsmith's art. We will then move on to admire the Robbiane that decorate the facade of the Spedale Del Ceppo, the last and only masterpiece by Giovanni Della Robbia. from medieval legends to Renaissance masterpieces, to the discovery of a hidden city.

Welcome to the "Versilia Storica Medicea" UNESCO site "Palazzo Mediceo" cycle tour. PLEASE NOTE: EBIKE AND HELMET RENTAL HAS AN ADDITIONAL COST OF 45 EUROS PER PERSON Pietrasanta, an open-air museum, hosts works of art by Fernando Botero, Igor Mitoraj etc.; Sant' Agostino and Piazza Duomo If you are a GOOD BIKER you go up to Capriglia up to 380 m.a.s.l. Descent to be done with caution. Then Versiliana historic Villa belonged to Gabriele D' Annunzio, today home to shows, cultural cafes and exhibitions. Then we enter the pine forest in the shade and fine air for a session of cardio-circulatory activity and fitness. Forte dei Marmi stands where the Strada dei Marmi ended, built by Michelangelo for the transport by sea of the blocks coming from the Apuan Alps. The Fortino, located in Piazza Garibaldi, was a military, customs and health post, today home to exhibitions and Satire Museums. It owes its worldly fame to the Agnelli family who made it known to the world since the last century

On this tour you will admire one the best medieval villages nestled in the heart of Tuscany countryside, Volterra and San Gimignano. Also, you will discover Andrea Bocelli's Theatre of Silence.

Through this tour, it will be possible to have a timeless experience that blends the classic Italian style with the typical beauty that only the Tuscan countryside can offer... Get onboard our bike to discover the real Tuscan landscapes, traditions, colours, and flavours. What are you waiting for? Call your friends to spend a carefree and fun day.

Your experience will take place in an underground cellar with numerous rooms with stone barrel vaults that host more than fifty thousand different labels, the charm of the underground rooms is unique and suspended in an atmosphere of other times. The wine shop has been open since 1965 and remains a unique place in the province for the sale of wine in Lucca. It will be possible to learn about the expression of the Tuscan territory through wines that guests will taste, selected by our Sommelier, which contain the essence of the spirit of their producers and the denominations of origin.

A one-of-a-kind location nestled between the ocean and mountains provides a stunning ambiance for a unique drinking and dining experience curated by Chef GY DILO. She offers a 3-course, fine-dining Mexican menu built upon authentic and healthy ingredients. Happy to customize her menu to accommodate any preferences and dietary restrictions, guests are in for an unforgettable and exceptional culinary journey. Pro Chef GY DILO welcomes you to her home restaurant, which she views as an expansion of her creativity. Situated with an exceptional view of the Apuan Alps and Tuscany’s Skyline, enjoy a remarkable dining experience. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, or any other type of occasion, this is the place for an unforgettable gathering!

Our tasting tours are a journey to discover the history of Lucca and the taste given by organic production that pays attention to the territory. Let yourself be involved in the story of Lucca Ducale, of which Maria Teresa of Savoy was the protagonist and who made the Tenuta di San Martino in Vignale her country residence. We will visit together the historic cellar and the oil mill, which are still used today, with the inclusion of modern machinery and the use of wise and nature-friendly organic techniques. After having quenched the thirst for knowledge, it will be the turn of the palate! The visit ends, in fact, with the tasting of four wines and our olive oil, accompanied by salami and cheese produced in the area. There will be no shortage of space for chatting and laughing, guaranteed by the exclusivity of the tour. Customizations are possible, upon contact.

Discover the way of water from the old town of Lucca to the slopes of Monte Pisano, where the precious oligomineral water of Lucca flows. You'll Cycle from the city center and admiring the town from the top of the walls, you'll continue along the majestic historic aqueduct of Lorenzo Nottolini until you'll reach the small valley of Guamo, a sort of kingdom of the waters that locals call "Golden words". An enchanting leafy itinerary that is part of the identity of this territory. When even a glass of water can turn into a fact of history and culture!

In complete autonomy, the tour allows you to discover the city by following the instructions in the attached booklet. Each family can manage the city tour freely. Children receive a backpack containing material for coloring and reading.

Pistoia is an alluring city with an untouched local culture. It's a place that will enchant lovers of food and traditions. In the city center you can wander down a path full of local market, churches, palaces, museums and monuments that orbit one of the most fascinating Piazzas in Italy. This tour is a unique opportunity to discover the symbolic monument of the city of Pistoia paired with food tasting and artisans workshop in an unique and surprising way.

Take a day out of your Lucca vacation to visit Florence and the Chianti region, and immerse yourself in Renaissance artwork and renowned wine. You will be led by van in the historical center to see monuments such as Florence Duomo. Tour finish on a high note with wine tasting at a Chianti winery. The perfect way to finish your day

I'm Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place in the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. It will be a pleasure to answer your questions and I will put all my knowledge at your service so that you will go home enriched. We will visit 2 splendid wineries representative of the Bolgheri area (usually Chiappini and Grattamacco, alternatively Tenuta di Vaira and Le Novelire) and, after having touched the vineyards and visited the cellars, we will taste the wines produced in combination with local products. Between one visit and another, a lunch based on typical local products in the heart of the beautiful town of Bolgheri. I love my job and I constantly travel to discover the best wineries

• 9 hour Full Day Tour • Pick up at your accommodation • Private tour just for yourself • Private a/c small vehicle up to 8 passengers • English speaking driver-guide • Visit of Etruscan Volterra village / free time • Visit of Medieval San Gimignano village / free time • Wine Tasting and lunch (optional) • Free wifi on board our vehicle • Free water on board our vehicle  • Back to your accommodation

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023, 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022. We can organize the tasting directly at your home or at the hotel where you are on holiday The experience always includes an introduction to wine tasting, the history of the territory and wineries. We will then move on to wine tasting accompanied by bread, cheese, cold cuts and oil from local production. These are wines selected from small producers, mainly organic certified, in love with their work and the territory. At the end of the tasting you can take the bottles home or to the hotel so you can enjoy them during the holiday.

Immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a local's home, enjoy an exclusive show cooking and taste authentic recipes from Gaiole in Chianti treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 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.

Learn the secrets of making a great Aperitivo in the quiet area of the Garfagnana where time stands still. Leave the city behind for a few hours and see an authentic Palazzo from 1200, with original floors and chestnut ceilings. During this time you will see what it is like to live in a small town that is not full of tourist. I will share with you the local culture and customs as we walk the town and meet the locals. We visit the local winery where locals buy their wine and bring there own bottles. You can cork your wine in the same old fashioned way from years ago. We will visit the Devil's Bridge and I will tell you the legend and then we will enjoy our antipasto around the kitchen table with mountain views and share our stories.