A delicious five-day getaway. 

Embark on a delightful culinary journey through the charming towns of San Gimignano, Volterra, and Siena, where the rich culinary traditions of Tuscany come to life. In San Gimignano, indulge in the local speciality of pici pasta, or sample the famous Vernaccia di San Gimignano wine. In Volterra, savour the hearty ribollita soup, made with Tuscan bread and vegetables, and the areas “liquid gold” olive oil. In Siena, amid the winding streets, try local cheese and the world-renowned panforte. With each town offering a unique culinary experience, this food and wine tour is a feast for the senses.

 

What’s included

  • 4 nights/5 days in 4-star hotels or boutique country house accommodation

  • All transfers in comfortable transport

  • Transfers to and from Florence train station

  • All meals

  • 6 food and wine experiences

  • Welcome pack

Dates:

  • 24th - 28th September, 2025

  • 5th - 9th November, 2025

Contact us if you have a small group and are interested in other dates.

Price

From $3400 per person twin share

Single occupancy supplement available on request.

Exclusions
- Optional excursions and activities
- Tips / Gratuities
- Anything which is not clearly specified under “What’s included”

Not suitable for vegans or those with food intolerances.

*Please note, price is subject to fluctuation and availability is subject to change until booked and confirmed.
Prices are in AUD. Contact us for a quote in another currency.

 

Itinerary

Day 1: Check in to your hotel in Colle Val d’Elsa then enjoy a Tuscan Cooking Class in the hills.

Check in to your beautiful hotel, relax and settle in. In the evening enjoy your first cooking lesson where you will learn to make a full Tuscan meal. After creating all the dishes you will savour the fruits of your labour paired with a delicious glass (or 2) of wine.

Day 2: Olive oil mill. Volterra visit.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will go to a local olive farm in the Volterra countryside where you will visit the mill and learn all about this “liquid gold”. Lunch with traditional local products at the mill with an oil degustation before enjoying a guided tour of Volterra. In the evening, a wine tasting paired with local cheeses and cured meats near the town square.

Day 3: Wine tasting and lunch. San Gimignano visit. Panoramic dinner.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then we will make our way to a panoramic winery where you will learn the wine-making process before tasting their top wines. Transfer to San Gimignano where you are free to wander the town on your own for a couple of hours, enjoying the views from the fortress and even a bit of souvenir shopping. Panoramic dinner at a local winery and oil producer overlooking the towers of the spectacular San Gimignano skyline.

Day 4: Siena Walking Tour. Monteriggioni.

After breakfast we will drive to Siena for a half-day walking tour with a local guide who will take you to visit the most important sites, tell you of local history and traditions and of course, take you to taste the delicious local cuisine. After some free time in Siena, we will make our way to the fortified hilltop town Monteriggioni for aperitivo and our final dinner together.

Day 5: Check out, farewell and transfers.

Final breakfast at the hotel before checking out, saying our goodbyes and then transferring back to Florence.

 

Stunning and delicious.

“The perfect mini-break in the Tuscan countryside. Everything was so delicious and the towns were absolutely gorgeous. We love every second!”

— J.B.

Wish we booked for longer!

“All the wine and food we could’ve hoped to pack in to 5 days. Loved learning how to make pasta! We had such a good time and are already planning to book on another tour!”

— L.S.