On our private food and wine tours, we meticulously select all wineries, farms, shops and restaurants, to guarantee a truly special experience for your group.
Picture this: you're in Tuscany, enjoying a private wine tasting in Lucca with a dedicated sommelier. You'll have the opportunity to sample a variety of Tuscan (or Italian) wines while gaining insights into this fascinating world – from renowned vintages and professional tasting techniques to winemaking processes and perfect food pairings. What better way to spend an afternoon?
Wine Tasting in Lucca
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A Guided Tasting with a Friendly Sommelier
Our tours in this area are exclusively private and fully customizable. A typical tour might include visits to two wineries and an ancient village (or castle). Alternatively, you could opt for an experience featuring a visit to an excellent winery, a traditional cheese farm, and a charming hilltop town that epitomizes Tuscan allure.
Wine Tours from Lucca
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Experience the Best Wineries in the Lucca Hills
During your Chianti adventure, you'll have the opportunity to taste the region's celebrated wines, including the iconic Chianti Classico, learning about their production from the vine to the glass. Beyond the exquisite wines, we'll also explore enchanting hilltop villages steeped in history and culture, offering glimpses into authentic Tuscan life.
Indulge in the delectable flavors of the region with opportunities to savor local specialties, perfectly complementing the wines you'll be tasting.
Chianti Wine Tours
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Tour the World-Famous Wine Route with a Knowledgeable Guide
Discover the delightful wine scene of Pisa province, a hidden gem offering an authentic taste of Tuscany away from the crowded tourist trails. Here, rolling hills are dotted with family-run vineyards and charming medieval towns like Peccioli, Terricciola, and Lajatico – the birthplace of the renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli. On our wine tours, you'll have the chance to explore these picturesque landscapes, visit local wineries, and savor exceptional wines, often at great value compared to more famous regions.
Pisa Wine Tours & Wine Tasting
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Experience the Real Tuscany
If you’re a fan of Super Tuscan wines, the Bolgheri region really is a must-visit destination. Alongside its renowned wineries, Bolgheri boasts hidden gems in the surrounding countryside, where discerning wine enthusiasts can discover intriguing and unique bottles. During this enriching full-day adventure, we will visit two exceptional wineries and explore the gorgeous village of Bolgheri itself, indulging in a variety of local delicacies along the way. This tour can be modified and personalized to include off-the-beaten-wineries along the Etruscan coast.
The Super-Tuscan Wine Tour
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Explore the Iconic Wines of the Etruscan Coast
What makes the Travel Italy Guru food and wine tours in Tuscany different from other tours?
What sets us apart is our strong focus on quality, a high level of personalization (we build each experience around your interests), and our warm, expert guides. Don’t just take our word for it—read our reviews to see what past guests have said!
What’s included in a private food and wine tour—are meals, tastings, and transportation covered?
All meals and wine tastings are included, as are the services of your private guide. Transportation can also be arranged if needed—just let us know during booking.
Can our private wine tour in Tuscany be customized to match dietary preferences and specific interests?
Absolutely. Each tour is fully customizable based on your requests and preferences. Whether it’s dietary needs, winery choices, or adding a special experience, we tailor the day to you.
Do the guides speak English and have local culinary/wine expertise?
All of our guides are friendly, fluent in English, and deeply knowledgeable. Many are certified sommeliers with extensive local experience. You can also request a tour specifically with Ariela Bankier (availability is limited, advance booking is required).
How many wineries or food stops are included, and how long is the tour?
Our tours are typically full-day experiences, running from 10:00 to 16:30. The number of stops depends on the specific tour you choose and the activities included. Please check each tour’s details for a breakdown.
Are the wineries and farms we’ll visit family-run or more commercial?
We avoid commercial venues and focus exclusively on authentic, high-quality experiences. Most of the places we visit are award-winning and family-run, true hidden gems that prioritize quality and tradition.
“Ariela, Thank you again for an amazing most memorable week. We truly enjoyed your company were blown away by the choices and the tour you put together for us!” Theresa, USA"
Theresa, USA
"Our farm and wine tour in the Chianti hills was incredible. Anyone visiting Tuscany should book a tour with Ariela ASAP!"
Beth, USA
"Ariela, many thanks for your hard work, advice and support along the way. Our visit was so much more enriching thanks to you. I’ll be sure to sing your praises among my friends!"
Eric , USA
"We enjoyed her book so much that we contacted Ariela and scheduled 2 tours, Chianti and Montepulciano. We visited several wineries, a farm where we had a lovely lunch and sampled cheeses, Pienza and San Gimignamo. If we visited the area again, we would definitely use her tour service again."
Julie, USA
"Ariela is the expert every "foodie" needs when visiting Tuscany. She arranged a wonderful day for us, including cheese and wine tasting at a goat farm, a lovely lunch in the countryside, and a private wine tour. Our day with Arilea was one of the highlights of our trip! Her expertise and knowledge of food made for an educational and delicious day."
Herb, USA
"Ariela was absolutely amazing! She made our trip to Italy so memorable! She made a wonderful itinerary for us based on what we wanted to do and it was perfect. We met her in Florence for a half day tour where she educated us on all types of food; took us to the local market, coffee shop, butcher and other specialty shops. Great day seeing Florence without all the tourists. We highly recommend her!"
Melissa, USA
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