Italy: 6-Day Small-Group Tuscany Tour with Cooking Class in Michelin-Starred Restaurant & Boutique Accommodation

Travel until 21 Oct 2022

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Make your way to the captivating region of Tuscany, Italy, where a myriad of historic treasures and gourmet delights will be unveiled on this enchanting six-day small-group tour (max. 16 travellers). Staying in luxurious accommodation, the beauty of Florence and Cortona will come to life through guided experiences while ensuring plenty of time to move at your own pace.

The magic of Florence will be in full view, starting with a guided tour of the city that takes you to must-visit sights, including the Piazza del Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio, followed by tours of the world-renowned Uffizi Gallery and Academia Gallery. Then, you’ll be whisked away to the magical hill town of Cortona, stopping via San Gimignano and Siena. In Cortona, flex your cooking skills in a Michelin-starred kitchen at Il Falconiere, followed by tours through the historic sites of Cortona and Arezzo. With expert insights, luxury accommodation, history-filled experiences and gourmet encounters, this tour of Tuscany will stay with you for years to come.

Your tour includes:

Five nights of luxury, handpicked accommodation, with two nights at the charming boutique Hotel Balestri and three nights at the 17th-century villa, Il Falconiere located in the heart of Cortona province, Tuscany
Daily breakfast, three lunches and two dinners
Be guided through the cobbled streets of Florence on a history, food and wine tour
Embark on a private tour of the Uffizi and Academia Galleries in Florence with a local guide
Marvel at the hilltop town of San Gimignano and enjoy a guided tour through Siena with an included lunch
Participate in a cooking class hosted in a Michelin-star kitchen in Cortona
Explore the beauty of Cortona and Arezzo on a 6-hour guided tour
Transfer from Florence Airport (FLR) to your hotel
Transfer from your hotel to Cortona Railway Station
Air-conditioned transportation throughout
The services of an expert local guide

Your journey takes you to: Florence – San Gimignano – Siena – Cortona – Arezzo – Cortona.

VIP Upgrade: Elevate your stay with the VIP package and enjoy upgraded accommodation, a six-course degustation dinner at the Michelin-starred Il Falconiere Restaurant paired with matched wines from the onsite Baracchi Winery, and one EUR25 credit per room to use at the Il Falconiere spa.