With this tour it is possible to visit the entire city of Lucca at 360 degrees, also including its history and development in over 2500 years of history, all accompanied by a horse, Luigi, who has now become an icon of the city!
VISIT THE WALLS AND TASTE WINES AMONG VINEYARDS AND OLIVE GROVES
The e-bike tour begins with an introdution to the city by our friendly guide and a visit to the walls of Lucca, over 4 km of cycle path all around the historic center. From this elevated position above the city, you will have a view of the symbolic monuments of Lucca and you will have time to become familiar with the e-bike. After a taste of Lucca the guide will easily lead you outside the walls, entering the surrounding countryside, among charming villages and family farms. The e-bike will allow you to face a few short climbs
effortlessly and our expert guide will help you understand the complexity of the "vineyard" ecosystem and its low environmental impact agriculture.
The visit will continue in the cellar and in the vineyards with the wine tasting combined with typical local products such as bruschetta, meats, cheeses and olive oil.
I’m a young entrepreneur running our family business.
Our winery is located in a small monastery dating back to the late 1700s. Here, we carry on our small project, born out of passion and dedication to tradition.
The atmosphere evokes ancient times and old customs, making the entire experience intimate and familiar.
The tour begins with an introduction to who we are and the story of our winery.
You'll then be guided through the cellar.
At the end, you'll enjoy a light lunch and, of course, a tasting of our wines :)
Everything is personally hosted by the owners.
This tour is the best way to experience the city in the manner of locals: by bike. This way you can savour the historic centre fully, the shading city walls and delicious local products while you keep yourself fit.
Lucca draws on its ancient roots dating back to Roman times, but it was in the medieval period that the city experienced a period of prosperity, emerging as a commercial and cultural center of great importance. Exploring the surrounding countryside offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in the timeless charm of the numerous Renaissance Villas. With their sumptuous gardens, these historic homes offer an extraordinary emotion, revealing the artistic and architectural richness of a bygone era.
Our route winds along the suggestive cycle path of the Serchio River. Continuing on fascinating secondary roads, we will cross the renowned Via delle Ville, an itinerary that will lead us to the prestigious Villa Reale.
This is a shared tour. We limit the group to a maximum of 2/3 bookings to ensure everyone's comfort. If you are not comfortable cycling, please contact us before booking to avoid any inconvenience during the tour.
Join us for an interesting morning walking tour that will dive you into the history, the art and also the food culture of our fascinating city. This experience is a perfect introduction to the city that you will discover from different points of view. We look forward to letting you experience a chill-out tour seen from a local perspective.
Become a local of Lucca by experiencing the traditional rustic flavours of Tuscany on a charming walking tour. Taste original and quality food, wines and ingredients within the town's beautiful and historic streets.
Colle di Bordocheo is nestled in a beautiful panoramic location on the hills of Segromigno in Monte.
We are an organic farm that produce wine, extra virgin olive oil and we welcome who wishes to discover and savour the beauty of this enchanting corner of Tuscany.
Our location is truly to be envied, offering stunning views across the valley and extraordinary sunsets. Our guests can enjoy a walking tours in the garden, which fades into typical vineyards and olive groves, before to start with the tasting of wine and olive oil.
It’s A FAMILY HISTORY ! We will be glad to tell your during your visit
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.
Authorised Guide according to the Italian Ministry of Tourism national list.
If your dream is to discover all the hidden corners of a Tuscan city, that's what you were waiting for :)
We will spend some hours in the Etruscan village of Volterra... famous for its roman theatre and the production of alabaster!
This unique town was the home of the Etruscans: a population that lived in the area of Tuscany even before the Romans.
Furthemore, Volterra was the setting for "New Moon", the second vampire book in the Twilight series.
During the day, we will stop in a real salt mine to discover the secret of the finest salt of Tuscany!
I will pick you up with my professional van, and I will drive you through the hills of Tuscany until we will arrive at our destination.
At every attraction, our driverguide will stop the van trying to offer you an exclusive and comfortable experience and will explain you everything he knows: it will be like watching the view from the eyes of a local.
Don't miss this special opportunity to book a daytrip to remember :)
LUCCA BY BIKE AT YOUR OWN PACE
Explore Lucca independently on a self-guided bike tour.
Use the provided map and detailed notes to get a better understanding of the city and discover the main attractions without the stress of planning or follow other people in a group tour.
Have fun pedaling freely on the walls of Lucca, stop in one of the historic bars to enjoy a real Italian capuccino and taste one of the typical sweets of Lucca. Discover the most important monuments and the most hidden places in the historic center. At you time, no hurry.
If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Lucca, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Lucca! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more! What are you waiting for?
Immerse yourself in Lucca’s history and culinary traditions with a walking tour and cooking class that blends culture, food, and authentic flavors. Begin with a guided stroll through Lucca’s medieval streets, visiting local markets and food shops to discover fresh Tuscan ingredients and learn about the region’s renowned cuisine.
After an hour of exploring, head to a local kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, you’ll prepare classic Lucchese dishes like tordelli lucchesi (stuffed pasta), farro soup, or castagnaccio (chestnut flour cake), mastering traditional Tuscan cooking techniques.
Once the meal is ready, enjoy your homemade dish paired with fine Tuscan wine in the cozy atmosphere of an authentic Lucca home.
Ideal for food lovers and cultural explorers, this experience offers new cooking skills, authentic recipes, and unforgettable memories of Lucca’s culinary heritage.
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.
Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home.
With this small group hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included.
Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home!
This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages.
Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Immerse yourself in a small group cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Lucca 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.
Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
Explore one of the most beautiful and stunning Italian landscapes in the world. The Cinque Terre, “Five Villages”, is a UNESCO World Heritage site with an enchanting coastline, with rare flora and small villages that hug the coastline. You’ll have the opportunity to take incredible photos of the Italian Riviera while travelling by bus, boat and train between Vernazza, Manarola and Monterosso. Plenty of time to swim, enjoy lunch, taste home-made Italian gelato and do some shopping.
An interactive course with the possibility of tasting. With the help of the master ice cream maker you will discover how to recognize a real artisan ice cream from an industrial ice cream.
Discover the authentic taste of Lucca with a hands-on Lasagna masterclass.
Led by a skilled local home cook, you'll learn to make fresh pasta, a rich ragù, and a creamy béchamel sauce from scratch.
As you assemble the lasagna, you'll gain insight into the perfect balance of flavors that define this iconic dish.
While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about Lucca's culinary traditions, and experience genuine Italian hospitality. Afterward, savor your homemade lasagna paired with a glass of regional wine for a truly immersive experience.
Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this unique class offers an authentic perspective that no restaurant can provide.
Join us to cook, taste, and experience Bologna like a local!
Hosted through Cozymeal, this pizza and bread-making class takes place at a welcoming restaurant in the historic center of Lucca. Led by a local culinary expert, you’ll prepare classic breads, focaccia, pizza and a sweet Italian finale while mastering authentic techniques.
The menu you will prepare includes:
- First course: Bread varieties made with whole wheat, semolina and Tuscan flour
- Second course: Traditional pizza and focaccia with toppings such as mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, spicy salami and buffalo mozzarella
- Dessert: Dessert pizza topped with seasonal fruit or chocolate
This interactive workshop explores the craft of dough-making, teaching you how small changes in flour and method create distinct textures and flavors. It’s a flavorful and hands-on journey into Lucca’s culinary heritage.
Music and Giacomo Puccini are two points of reference tied to history and harmony. To acquaint oneself with Lucca, they can also be perceived as two of the fundamental elements generated by a territory rich in history, culture, and tradition.
Visitors will be surprised to discover how many other artists have left mementos of their passage through Lucca and how many major events have been held here, to present day. Past musicians like Boccherini, Paganini and contemporary ones like Chet Baker and The Rolling Stones, to name a few, have all been protagonists in Lucca’s still vibrant musical journey.
Our guided tour consists of a pleasant stroll through town, accompanied by excerpts of the artists’ most significant and famous compositions.
So, in addition to getting to know the history of Lucca, it will be possible to become acquainted with the musicians, hear anecdotes about their lives and the places in town connected to them, including the Puccini Museum and the Teatro del Giglio.
Visit Lucca with a private guided walking tour of this historic Tuscan city. Meet a local guide and take a walk to see the main monuments of the medieval center including Piazza Anfiteatro, Via San Paolino and the Cathedral of San Martino.
Enoteca Vanni is the oldest wine shop in the city of Lucca, it was founded in 1965 by the grandfather of the current owner Paolo Petroni. It is a unique place where time seems to slow down and the history of wine mixes with the enveloping atmosphere of our underground cellars. During the time you spend here you will live a unique sensory experience: the tasting guided by the sommelier which includes the tasting of four wines and will take place in the barrel vaulted tasting room, where you will be surrounded by numerous bottles that the cellar houses.
The tasting at Cantalici is a way to immerse yourself in a family atmosphere to discover typical wines of the Chianti Classico production area, an experience that allows you to rediscover ancient flavors and the love for creating a product that contains the history of an entire family.
You have the possibility to taking a guided tour in the vinification area and aging cellar with explanation of production processes, history and company philosophy.
Not just wine! The guided tour leads to the discovery of an ancient brick kiln dating back to the early 1500s - past, present and future!
It ends with the tasting of 6 wines, accompanied by crackers, taralli and bruschetta with extra virgin olive oil.
