Tours in Lucca

Discover the treasures of Lucca on a 3-hour private tour of the city led by an expert local guide. We will take a leisurely walk through the historical center and encounter remarkable highlights, such as Napoleon Square and Via Fillungo, the narrow main street that still maintains its medieval layout. The guide will provide insights, legends and commentaries about the Clock Tower and the Guinigi Tower, two unique buildings and symbols of Lucca. Finally, we will step into two incredible churches: the Basilica of San Frediano with its special Romanesque mosaic, and the Cathedral of St. Martin, home to the beautiful tomb of Ilaria del Carretto. Wear a pair of comfortable shoes and prepare to jump back in history: we will make the past of Lucca come to life in front of your eyes!

Visiting the center of Lucca, Italy by bike offers a unique and special experience. Lucca is known for its well-preserved city walls, and cycling along these ancient fortifications provides a fantastic way to explore the city. The broad promenade on top of the walls offers panoramic views of Lucca's historic center, allowing you to admire its architectural beauty from a different perspective. Biking through the narrow streets and squares of Lucca's city center is a breeze, as the area is mostly closed to vehicular traffic. You can leisurely pedal through charming cobblestone streets, passing by picturesque piazzas, medieval towers, and elegant buildings. The compact nature of Lucca's center allows you to easily navigate and discover its hidden corners and hidden gems on two wheels.

For a more action-packed and fun tour, Lucca’s historic center can be visited by bike. Because its entire historic center and ring of tree-lined Renaissance walls are entirely pedestrian and bike-friendly, Lucca is the only city in Tuscany where guided bike tours are ideal, fascinating, and enjoyable. With one of our local specialized guides, you will rent a bike at one of the rental shops in the historic center and together embark upon discovering our charming town. Through the ancient narrow medieval streets you will reach the various landmarks. You can also visit the interior of the Cathedral, of Saint Frediano Church and go up the Guinigi Tower, and even sample Tuscan wines and taste traditional local products in a 17th century wine-cellar right in the center of town.

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.

A customized day trip of Chianti countryside and San Gimignano for the discerning traveler seeking an authentic Italian experience on a small group tour with only the very best of English speaking driver-guides. Travel from Lucca to discover delightful Chianti villages, enjoy some of the best wines this area has to offer as well as visit the enchanting hilltop towered town of San Gimignano. Visit Italy close up in a comfortable Mercedes minivan taking you into the very heart of the beautiful Tuscan countryside. This is a leisurely and relaxing day with time to sit back and enjoy the food and wine of Tuscany.

A fantastic Wine Tasting on our terrace, where you can see all our vineyards directly, while tasting 3 of our biodynamic wines, a white wine, a rosé and a red and extra virgin olive oil.

A 2.5 hour walking tour of the historic center of Lucca, with ENTRANCE and GUIDED TOUR to the Cathedral of San Martino and the Basilica of San Frediano. On cobbled streets, between stately buildings, severed towers, ancient squares, I will tell you the stories of the Tuscan city never dominated by the Medici and give you advice on where to taste the specialties of Lucca. We start from Piazza Anfiteatro destination for those who want to enjoy an aperitif in a fascinating atmosphere and we go on the imposing Renaissance walls. We will visit the inside of the Basilica of San Frediano where I will tell you the story of the “Holy Face” and the patron saint of Lucca. From there we will move to Via Fillungo, the shopping street, to the church of San Michele. For the sweet tooth, there we can taste Buccellato. Passing through Piazza Napoleone I will tell you its story and then we will take you to the Cathedral of San Martino. Inside I will tell you the story of the monument to Ilaria del Carretto.

Rio Selvano is the most fun route in Tuscany, diving, slides and rope descents. The perfect canyon, suitable for beginners, and fun for people with experience. Variety of obstacles and techniques.

BEST OF TUSCANY SIGHTSEEING PRIVATE TOUR! Enjoy a great experience around the famous Tuscany region with your expert english speaking driver and on board a small, comfortable a/c vehicle and enjoy free wifi to share your experience with family and friends. This is a fantastic and PRIVATE tour just for yourself and not on a big coach! A full day visiting the most beautiful attractions in Tuscany. From the Roman city of Siena, to the Medieval Tuscan village of San Gimignano to the Maritime Republic of Pisa.. a full immersion in art, history, architecture and traditions. You will have time to explore all the towns on your own and our driver will give you plenty of information to enjoy all the sights and attractions.This is a perfect day trip for any age traveller visiting Tuscany for the first time or even for repeaters. An amazing day that will cover the most beautiful cities in our region across the enchanting rolling hills of Tuscany! Are you ready?

Truffle hunting experience with local experts Tasting of dishes featuring fresh truffles Full lunch with local wines Stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa This tour offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditions and nature of Tuscany, providing an experience rich in authentic flavors and enchanting landscapes. Explore the heart of Tuscany and indulge in its culinary treasures on this unforgettable journey. This exclusive tour, starting from Lucca, takes you on a day dedicated to the flavors and nature of Tuscany, focusing on the search and tasting of truffles, one of the region's most precious culinary treasures. Here, a unique experience awaits you: accompanied by local experts and their trained dogs, you will venture into the woods in search of hidden truffles. You will discover how these dogs, with their exceptional sense of smell, can locate truffles buried in the ground.

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023", 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022, and it will be a pleasure to accompany you to discover the best wineries. During the journeys I will tell you the history of the area and its traditions, the vines and the peculiarities of the area. We will visit 2 splendid wineries representative of the Chianti Classico territory and, after touching the vineyards and visiting the cellars, we will taste the wines produced. We will have lunch at a beautiful winery in Panzano in Chianti (FI, after visiting the vineyards and cellars, then in the afternoon we will move to Barberino Val d'Elsa (FI). If one or more wineries are not available, I will inform you of the alternatives chosen. I love my job and constantly travel to discover the best wineries

Explore Lucca and the surrounding beauties by bike at your own pace. At the shop we will give you all instructions to follow our customised itinerary on a free app for mobile and all accessories to be independent and safe and then you have just to cycle and have fun! You don't need to consume your mobile data, everything works off-line. You can choose an easy tour, following the northern variant of the Via Francigena along the cycle path of Serchio river park, to reach Villa Oliva, Villa Grabau and Villa Reale. In particular, it is possible to enter Villa Reale and the park (entrance fee not included) and stop for as long as you want on the lawn for a picnic or cool off at the villa's cafe. Difficulty: Easy Lengh: 25 km roundtrip

Experience in wine for Chianti Lovers. Visit 2 wineries in the Chianti area. Visit cellar, walk in the vineyards and taste very good wine

Today we will take you to the famous Wine Region of Bolgheri where some of the best wines in the World are produced. We will visit 2 wineries, one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Between the two wineries we will stop for lunch in the tiny and charming village of Bolgheri, simply one of a kind! A day away from big crowds, away from the noise of the city. Bolgheri is a quaint and peaceful area that will make you fall in love of Tuscany more and more. Enjoy a day with our professional driver, exploring this amazing area. Travelers can book the wineries directly or let us choose some of our favourites for you!

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 :)

This is a wonderful bike tour of Lucca that combines the love of sport and exploring. Visit Lucca, the birthplace of the famous composer Giacomo Puccini, easily by bike! After a warm welcome from our expert guide you'll cycle to visit the most important places of Lucca. You’ll enjoy to bike on the walls of Lucca, a real raised park all around the city, and discover some of the secret passages inside the walls. You will cycle to and discover the different areas of the city, stopping at the various monuments to take a closer look. You will see the 'tree tower' with oak trees sprouting from the top, the Amphitheater square, the market center, the Cathedral and many other interesting places.

Authentic experience, everything you will experience is real, from research in the forest to cooking. You will see the dogs at work and their relationship with the owner. You will enjoy the magic of the centuries-old woods with a description of the truffle habitat. We will welcome you into our home, you can participate in the preparation of the dishes and learn little cooking secrets. You will taste truffle-based tastings and an inevitable glass of good Tuscan wine. Upon request, a complete dinner based on all-you-can-eat fresh truffles is possible.

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Embark on a culinary journey in Lucca with this 4-course cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. Set in the historic city center, this immersive workshop pairs authentic instruction with regional specialties, giving you the chance to master timeless Tuscan recipes in a welcoming group setting. In this chef-led experience, you’ll prepare: - First course: Antipasti Trio, Panzanella, chicken liver crostini, eggplant toast - Second course: Tordelli with Ragù, Lucca-style ravioli in slow-cooked meat sauce - Third course: Tuscan Pork Loin & Roasted Potatoes, seasoned pork with pancetta - Dessert: Cantuccini, crunchy Tuscan almond cookies with vin santo Guided by a local chef, this hands-on class blends cultural depth with culinary practice, offering both unforgettable flavors and lasting skills from Tuscany’s rich heritage.

Embark on a day-long discovery amidst the hills of Chianti and medieval villages, with a special focus on San Gimignano, a Tuscan jewel. Starting at 9:00 AM from Lucca, this tour takes you on an enchanting journey through history, art, and flavors of one of Italy's most famous regions. Your adventure begins with a scenical drive to Greve in Chianti. Explore its famous market square, stroll through artisan shops, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this charming village. Continue to Castellina in Chianti, a gem of the wine region, where you'll visit a historical winery for a tasting of local varieties like Chianti Classico, paired with a typical Tuscan lunch. San Gimignano, the "City of Beautiful Towers”, is the tour's highlight. Spend an hour admiring its medieval towers and wandering in the historical streets. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is an extraordinary example of medieval architecture, retaining its age-old charm. Return to Lucca by 5:00 PM.

A way to experience the territory and get to know the story of a family that, for generations, has devoted itself with passion and dedication to the production of wine and oil. From the "Ebrius" to "Linchetto", you will have the opportunity to taste these amazing products, stroll through the vineyards and discover what makes this land uniques. A great experience to learn more about the wines of Lucca.

It's not just arriving at your destination that makes your vacation. Transfer tours are a great way of discovering hidden Italy as you travel between Italian cities. Our English speaking drivers will take you on an authentic experience exploring beautiful CHIANTI as you travel between Lucca and Florence (or vice-versa). Visit charming market towns and relax over a convivial wine-tasting with the option to include a typical Tuscan lunch! Visit Italy close up in a comfortable Mercedes minivan taking you into the very heart of beautiful, hidden Italy.

What we propose is a beautiful visit among its famous alleys and buildings, to enjoy this small medieval village that still today smells of history, ancient events, legends and much more! But since San Miniato is not only a land of history and truffles, but also of good wine, why not to taste some of the most delicious wines in some of the most famous wineries in our area to enjoy this delicious nectar? You will have the opportunity to taste the finest wines comfortably seated and to savor one of the typical experiences of our area! We are sure you will be fully satisfied, also because afterwards you can buy the wines that you liked the most, to bring home a tasty memory of our wonderful hills!

I am Simone Vergamini, "Best Sommelier of Tuscany 2023, 3rd place at the Best Sommelier of Italy 2018, 2021 and 2022. We can organize the tasting directly at your home or at the hotel where you are on holiday. The experience always includes an introduction to wine tasting, the history of the territory and wineries.5 wines accompanied by bread, cheese and oil from local production. These are wines selected from small producers, mainly organic certified We can organize the tasting directly at your home or at the hotel where you are on holiday, even in the center of Lucca. I'll take care of everything and you won't have to think about anything! I will set the table with tasting tablecloths and serve you wines in professional glasses! At the end of the tasting I will leave the bottles uncorked (if not finished :) so you can enjoy them during the holiday.