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Things to do in Tuscany: the 20 best experiences

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- Adele Guidotti
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sabato 9 mag 2026, 15:001 hour 15 min - Adults Only
Beautiful group experience!!! Easy walk, Camilla is very kind and helpful!
Answer from the host:Thank you Adele !!! I am glad you had a good time ! Till next time ! A dear greeting Camilla
- Neil W.
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sabato 9 mag 2026, 13:002 hours - Picnic in the vineyard among the rows of Vernaccia di San Gimignano
Amazing, great way to spend a few hours with a bottle of wine and good company. Highly recommend
Answer from the host:Dear Neil, thank you for your words. We are very happy to have given you some good times at Palagett...more
- Sara Carniani
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sabato 9 mag 2026, 17:001 hour 30 min - Tour in Italian
A pleasant experience
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- Anastasia Cipolla
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domenica 10 mag 2026, 17:001 hour 30 min - Tour in Italian
Excellent and highly recommended!!!
- Martina Lisotti
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sabato 2 mag 2026, 17:001 hour 30 min - Tour in Italian
Beautiful experience, very helpful and kind staff, wineries and related guided tour very interesting! Excellent wines!
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- Giada O.
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sabato 2 mag 2026, 11:301 hour - Tasting "San Gimignano"
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Experiences near Giglio Island

Minicruise to the island of Giglio and Giannutri with lunch on board from Castiglione della Pescaia
Boat Tour of the Giglio Island

Isola del Giglio (GR), Tuscany

5 (2)

Boat Tour of the Giglio Island

The Giglio Island Tour by boat from Giglio Porto offers a choice of 4 different tours. 

Tour Classic 

The Classic tour starts from the port of Giglio Island. Along the way, you will make 3 or 4 bathroom stops. During the tour, you will be offered a delicious aperitif on board.

Tour Luxury 

The Luxury tour starts from the port of Giglio Island. This mini-cruise takes place aboard one of the luxury boats that offer maximum comfort. During the tour, you will make 3 or 4 bathroom stops and enjoy the crystal clear sea.

The most exclusive part of this tour will be the arrival at the Caldane Beach, which è can only be reached by sea. Here you will find umbrellas and sunbeds reserved just for you, included in the price, and you can refresh yourself with delicious drinks. This tour also includes lunch.

At the end of the tour, you can return to Giglio Porto with our Shuttle Boat, choosing the time you prefer.

Half Day - Private

The half-day private tour starts from Giglio Island port at the agreed time. During the tour you can make 3 or 4 bathroom stops. Along the way, you will enjoy a delicious aperitif on board.

Finally, you will arrive at the Caldane Beach, the most exclusive beach on the island, reachable only by sea. Here, umbrellas, reserved sunbeds and refreshments await you. This tour does not include lunch on board.

At the end of the tour you can return to Giglio Porto with our Shuttle Boat, choosing your own return time.

Full Day - Private

The full-day private tour starts from Giglio Island port at the agreed time. During the tour you will have the opportunity to choose your stops, explore the island's most fascinating coves and swim. During the day, you will be delighted with an aperitif on board and have the opportunity to enjoy lunch, included in the price. Finally, you will return to Giglio Porto, with a maximum return time of 6:30 p.m.

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All boats are equipped with sundecks and awnings. Snorkeling equipment will be available on the boat, so you can explore the wonderful underwater world.

Da 65€a persona

Experiences near Livorno

Sailing day in the Secche della Meloria marine area from Marina di Pisa
Canyoning at the Crociglia Gorge
Horseback riding in the Pisan lands with lunch or dinner
Horseback riding with aperitif near Pisa

Experiences near Florence

Horseback riding excursion between Volterra and San Gimignano

Volterra (PI), Tuscany

5 (4)

Horseback riding excursion between Volterra and San Gimignano

Enjoy a horseback ride through the typical Tuscan countryside, along the scenic trails that connect Volterra and San Gimignano.

This experience is suitable for everyone, even those who are approaching the world of horseback riding for the first time. As far as horseback riding is concerned, children, from 14 years of age, can also participate.

You will be accompanied by experienced instructors and docile, trained horses. Suitable sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required.

When booking, you can choose from several options.

1-hour ride in the hills (from 14 years of age)

This horseback ride in the hills between Volterra and San Gimignano allows you to admire unique views. It is suitable for all levels of experience in the saddle, for experts and novices.

1½-hour ride in the hills (from 14 years of age)

The 1½-hour walk will take you discovering the hills between Volterra and San Gimignano. This activity is suitable for all levels of experience in the saddle, for the more experienced and for novices.

Sunset ride with aperitif (from 14 years of age)

From May to October, there è the possibility of a horseback ride at sunset: a unique way to admire the Tuscan countryside in one of the most fascinating moments of the day.

As the sun sets, the hills are tinged with a warm golden light, creating an evocative and unforgettable atmosphere.

At the end of the hike, you can enjoy a refreshing drink surrounded by nature.

For children

An activity tailored for little ones, offering a gentle and guided first approach to the world of horseback riding.

Accompanied by a qualified instructor, children will participate in a small, hand-led ride that will help them become familiar with the horse in a safe and welcoming environment.

The experience also includes a grooming session, during which young participants will learn the basics of horse care, developing trust, respect and an authentic bond with the animal.

Da 30€a persona

Experiences near Pienza

Visit to the Historic Cellars of Montepulciano and wine tasting
Classic Val d'Orcia e-bike tour from Pienza
Tour of the Val d'Orcia by vintage Vespa from Pienza
Wine tasting in Pienza in Val d'Orcia

Experiences near Siena

Exclusive wine tasting and winery tour in the Crete Senesi area

Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI), Tuscany

5 (15)

Exclusive wine tasting and winery tour in the Crete Senesi area

Wine tasting and winery tour in the Crete Senesi in Tuscany can be done with 4 different tours to choose from:

Classic tour

This tour includes a visit to the historic Fèlsina winery, where you will be taken on a journey to discover the wines produced by this winery. During the tasting, you will have the opportunity to taste four of their most representative wines, selected to offer you a true sensory experience:

    •    Classic Method Brut Sparkling Wine: a sparkling wine produced with the classic method, characterized by a refined effervescence and a dry and harmonious flavor.
    •    I Sistri Igt Toscana (100% Chardonnay): a dry white wine produced with the Chardonnay grape variety, with an elegant and complex character.
    •    Chianti Classico Docg Berardenga (100% Sangiovese): a red wine produced with the Sangiovese grape variety, typical of the Tuscan region, with an intense and tannic flavor.
    •    Chianti Classico Riserva Docg Berardenga (100% Sangiovese): a high quality red wine produced with selected Sangiovese grapes, aged in oak barrels for at least 24 months, which gives it an intense and complex character.

Jeep Tour

This private tour offers an experience that will lead you to discover the vineyards of Fèlsina through a jeep tour on the dirt road. Along the way, you will be accompanied by a specialized guide who will explain the methods of vine cultivation and wine production, while you admire the magnificent Tuscan hills.

The visit will continue at the Rancia estate and vineyard, where you will have the opportunity to learn first-hand about wine production processes and observe the vineyards and winery. Here, you will be offered a tasting of four of Fèlsina's representative wines.

Classic tour and lunch

The classic tour with lunch takes place exactly like the classic tour, but allows you to combine the tasting of 4 wines with a 3-course lunch consisting of farm and local products.

Jeep tour and lunch

The Jeep tour with lunch takes place exactly like the Jeep Tour, but allows you to combine a three-course lunch of farm and local products. In addition, you will also be offered a tasting of four mono-cultivar oils, produced by Fèlsina and selected to offer you a true sensory experience of the Tuscan territory.

Da 75€a persona

Experiences near San Gimignano

Wine tasting in San Gimignano

Experiences near Elba Island

Day trip by sailing boat to Elba Island from Portoferraio
Boat Tour to Elba Island from Marina di Campo with lunch
Boat day with fishing tourism on Elba Island
Afternoon mini-cruise to Elba's wreck and Blue Grotto from Marina di Campo

Experiences near Pisa

Sailing day in the Secche della Meloria marine area from Marina di Pisa
Horseback riding in the Pisan lands with lunch or dinner
Horseback riding with aperitif near Pisa
Horseback riding for beginners at the Charterhouse of Calci

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