Tuscany Gourmet Cooking Tour
Description
Summary
Description
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and stunning landscapes of Italy on this seven-day tour. Starting from the charming town of Cortona, this multi-day tour takes you on a journey through the heart of Tuscany, revealing its hidden gems and well-known attractions. Discover the art of Italian coffee making, hunt for truffles on Mount Sant'Egidio, and explore the historic towns of Montepulciano, Pienza, and Montalcino. Savor the flavors of traditional Tuscan cuisine with cooking lessons and wine tastings, and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Val D'Orcia and Monte Amiata. This tour is a perfect blend of relaxation, exploration, and culinary delight.
Included
Minibus transport from start to finish as listed in the itinerary
Not all tours include airport transfers (see Itinerary)
7 Nights at a luxuriously restored and elegant 17th century Farmhouse Villa ideally located for exploring Tuscany.
A nice hotel and a good night's sleep are an important part of your overall travel experience!
When considering a hotel, we look at more than just the rooms. We look for hotels or bed and breakfasts which are committed to ensuring their guests are well looked after and pay attention to detail, for example offering locally sourced breakfast produce, or a special selection of toiletries, or tea and coffee making facilities in the room. Wherever possible your hotel will be perfectly positioned for exploring and will have a historical charm or maybe a new and innovative design. We choose the best possible places to stay ensuring that each night you are comfortably settled in a place that is welcoming and full of authentic local charm. We are on a mission to find the ingredients you need to wake feeling rested and looking forward to each day of your Caspin Journeys tour!
Take a closer look at some properties we have chosen for you...
Owner Guided.
Fully Guided: 2 experienced Caspin Journeys Tour Leaders/guides 24/7
Service of expert multilingual Caspin Journeys Leaders/ guides with extraordinary local knowledge, available for the duration of your trip.
Enjoy excellent tuition by cooks and chefs
1 Bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Water is carried in support vehicle for daily refills
Entrance fees to museums, Events and parks as listed in the itinerary
Tipping and Gratuities
All gratuities for Hotel porters and Waiters service
Walking sticks: One walking stick per person
Local guiding fees for specialist sites
Caspin Journeys cookbook
All Breakfasts,
All Lunches
(Except 1)
All Dinners
Drinks with Meals
Wine, water & coffee.
This tour offers Vegetarian food options on request. Simply let us know the food option that you prefer
A nourishing breakfast, every morning;
Gourmet picnics & packed lunches prepared with love using local ingredients and typical recipes; occasional trattoria-style lunches
Selected local wines with every meal and water of course;
Our favourite local and gourmet restaurants owned by real local people (mainly family run business) who serve delicious typical food of the area! We set the menu for you so that you can have a 360° taste of all the food of the regions
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Cortona
- Cortona - Arrival day
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Your Tuscan adventure begins at Terontola station in Cortona, easily accessible from Rome or Florence. Settle into your accommodation and join us for a welcome cocktail party. As you mingle, our chef will prepare a sumptuous Tuscan feast to kickstart your culinary journey. Meals included: Dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Cortona - Coffee and Truffle Hunting
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- Melone secondo del Sodo
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Start your day with a visit to a local coffee merchant, where you'll learn the art of Italian coffee making. Then, head up Mount Sant'Egidio for a truffle hunting adventure, followed by a picnic lunch in the forest. In the afternoon, explore the historic town of Cortona, originally an Etruscan town. Back at our base, participate in your first cooking lesson. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 3 – Day 3: Montepulciano and Pienza
- Cortona
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Today, explore the charming streets and magnificent palazzos of Montepulciano, a town dedicated to wine making. Enjoy a light lunch and wine tasting in one of the town's historic cellars. In the afternoon, visit Pienza, a town famous for its Pecorino cheese and stunning views. Return to our farmhouse for another cooking lesson. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Montalcino and Scenic Drive
- Cortona
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- Palazzo della Corgna
- Riserva Naturale Monte Rufeno
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Visit Montalcino, known for its fine Brunello wine. Enjoy a wine-tasting and a tour of the cellars of a renowned Brunello winery, followed by a light lunch. In the afternoon, take a scenic drive through the Val D'Orcia and past Monte Amiata, Tuscany's highest peak. Dinner will be at a typical local restaurant. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 5 – Day 5: Siena and Monteriggioni
- Siena
- Cortona
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- Siena Cathedral
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Explore the historic center of Siena, home to the famous Palio horse race and one of Italy's loveliest central piazzas. Then, visit the medieval town of Monteriggioni and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, return to Cortona for another cooking lesson. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 6 – Day 6: Free Day in Cortona
- Cortona
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Enjoy a day at leisure in Cortona. Take this opportunity to shop, explore, or simply relax. Lunch is at your leisure, with a variety of bars and trattorias to choose from. In the evening, join us for a farewell dinner at a delightful local restaurant. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner.
Day 7 – Day 7: Departure
- Cortona - Departure day
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After breakfast, we will bid farewell and arrange for your drop off at Terontola-Cortona station for trains departing between 9:00 and 10:00. Meals included: Breakfast.
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