Tuscany Tour from Florence: Small Group Villages, Wine & Cooking Lunch

Experience the authentic heart of Tuscany on a full-day small group tour combining medieval villages, wine tastings, and a hands-on cooking class. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned GT coach or minivan and enjoy a relaxed yet rich itinerary led by an expert multilingual tour leader. Depart from **Florence** and head into the Chianti countryside. The first stop is **Castellina in Chianti**, where you’ll have free time to explore the historic center and enjoy the village atmosphere. Continue to **Monteriggioni**, one of Tuscany’s most iconic walled villages. Here you’ll visit a renowned wine estate and enjoy a guided wine tasting, discovering local Chianti wines. Late morning brings you to Poggio ai Laghi for a true Tuscan highlight: a **hands-on cooking class** followed by a traditional lunch. Learn classic recipes and then enjoy a full meal including appetizers, homemade lasagna, grilled sliced beef with potatoes, desserts, and the traditional pairing of Cantucci with Vin Santo, accompanied by local wines. In the afternoon, visit **San Gimignano**, famous for its medieval towers and UNESCO-listed historic center, with free time to explore at your own pace. The tour continues through the countryside with stops in **San Quirico** and **Certaldo**, a beautifully preserved hill town, before returning to Florence in the evening. This tour is ideal for travelers looking to experience Tuscany beyond the classics, combining culture, wine, landscapes, and local cuisine in one unforgettable day.