Shore Excursion to Pisa from La Spezia

Get a taste for everything Tuscan on a guided city tour of Pisa, complete with a wine tasting after your tour. Together with your local guide, you'll discover the Piazza dei Miracoli, the home of famous landmarks like the Duomo, the Baptistery, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Learn all about the fascinating history of each famous feature on a 60-minute tour, followed by a fabulous Tuscan wine tasting curated by a local expert.

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Pisa 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.

Join us for a hands-on pasta making class, where you'll learn the art of crafting pasta from scratch using time-honored techniques. Located only 15 minutes from Pisa City Center, your class will take place in a traditional Italia house situated on a farm and olive grove. Enjoy 3 dishes from the area (Aperitivo, main and dessert) accompanied with wine Roll up your sleeves Learn how to prepare a classic Italian meal. Round-trip transportation from meeting point (flexible) Enjoy personalized attention from the chef All product and ingredients you will be using are sourced from the farm or locally you're creating memories that will last a lifetime. ​

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

This full-day excursion from Florence offers an extensive visit through some of Tuscany's most well-known towns and landscapes, culminating with a wine tasting experience in the Chianti region. The itinerary begins with a stop in Pisa, where the group spends time at the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery. From Pisa, the journey continues to Siena, a medieval city celebrated for its Gothic architecture and the famous Piazza del Campo, site of the Palio horse race. After Siena, the tour heads to San Gimignano, known for its medieval towers piercing the skyline and pleasant narrow streets lined with artisan shops. The day concludes with a visit to a Chianti winery, where a traditional Tuscan lunch is paired with several local wines, providing a sensory experience of the region’s viticulture. At Pisa, visitors encounter the soft sound of footsteps on the marble steps as they walk around the Piazza dei Miracoli, gazing up at the famously tilted bell tower and admiring the intricate façade of the Duomo. Siena offers a contrast with the warm terracotta hues of its buildings and the echo of voices in the Piazza del Campo’s shell-shaped square. San Gimignano’s cobblestone alleys lead to panoramic views from the Torre Grossa, where the scent of blooming herbs drifts on the breeze. Finally, the Chianti winery introduces guests to the earthy aroma of oak barrels and freshly poured wine, alongside the robust flavors of local culinary specialties during the leisurely lunch. This tour is conducted with a professional guide, who provides historical context and anecdotes at each stop, traveling by comfortable coach that allows easy transit between towns. Group sizes are managed to ensure a personal experience, generally capped to avoid overcrowding. The itinerary is well-paced, allowing time to walk through town centers and sample local products without feeling rushed. Transport includes pickup and drop-off in Florence, removing the need for any navigation or driving by participants. Ideal for travelers who appreciate cultural heritage combined with gastronomic experiences and prefer organized transportation, this tour suits those interested in deepening their understanding of Tuscan towns beyond Florence. It accommodates a range of ages and interests but particularly appeals to food and wine enthusiasts eager to engage with the region’s culinary traditions alongside its historical sites.