Forte Dei Marmi / Tuscany Experiences



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CINQUE TERRE BY BOAT Highly recommended. Cinque Terre is one of the most beautiful stretches of coast in Italy - it is simply unmissable, and our boat trip will take in all of the central highlights. Your day will begin when you meet your Captain and jump onboard your private boat, who will take you discover this colourful corner of Tuscany. You will touch all of the Cinque Terre must-sees; the town of Lerici, Portovenere, and the Palmaria Island. After lunch in Vernazza, take a dip in the perfect green-blue waters before the return journey back to your hotel! COOKING CLASS Everyone knows Italian food is among the best in the world - and Tuscany is the birthplace of some of its most famous dishes, and finest ingredients, so where better to learn the tricks of the trade? Lux Lucis is one of the best restaurants in a region famed for its fine cuisine, and Michelin-starred chef Valentino Cassanelli will teach you three recipes from his excellent menu 'Tuffo nel Territorio'. With expert guidance, learn how to prepare the dishes, choose the freshest ingredients, take notes, cook, plate - and, finally, taste your creations! PISA & LUCCA DAY TRIP The Italian cities of Pisa and Lucca are just a short drive away - and with two Tuscan gems on the doorstep, a visit to both is an absolute breeze! We will whisk you to Pisa to visit its iconic Leaning Tower, which lies in the impressive Piazza dei Miracoli. In the square, the Cathedral and Baptistry are also well worth the visit. There will be plenty of time to stroll around the old town and along the river. Lucca is just a 20 minute transfer away - and it will welcome you with its well preserved renaissance buildings, medieval towers, and its famous walls. Less crowded than Pisa, the town is also called the 'City of the Hundred Churches' due to its many ancient religious buildings. We can arrange this experience with a driver and private transfers, or, if you prefer, why not self-drive? There is no better or more apt way to do so than with your own Ferrari! We can arrange delivery of a finely-tuned Italian supercar to your hotel - drive through the magnificent countryside between Forte Dei Marmi, Pisa and Lucca, along a stunning rural route. Cruise around the medieval walls of Lucca, take your time to visit, and enjoy the speedy highway on the return route! KIDS FARM EXPERIENCE Lying on the cooler slopes of the charming Tuscan hills, this working farm is the perfect place for a fun-filled family day out. Learn about the daily life of an Italian farm, play with the ducks, goats and donkeys, and choose from a number of options for activities such as walking the botanical gardens, visiting a gorgeous medieval tower and pond, or taking a 'safari' tour through the farm! Next door to the farm is a 'frantoio', a farm dedicated to the manufacture of olive oil for which the region is famed - we can arrange a visit here too, where you can learn all about the process, and taste some dishes prepared with the finest of the latest crop! LUCCA BICYCLE TOUR As mentioned earlier, the medieval city of Lucca is one of Italy's lesser known gems - and fans of cycling will be pleased to hear it makes an incredible bike route! Cycle around the ancient tree-lined walls (a total of 3 miles), and loop around the historical monuments and green parks of this Tuscan wonder. We can arrange a professional guide to lead your group, who will take you on the greatest possible route through the city, whilst talking you through the history and secrets of this enchanting destination. Art, history, nature and biking - a winning combination! TRUFFLE HUNTING Italy is one of the most important countries in the world for truffle production and in Tuscany there are multiple hotspots for hunting these prized edible tubers! This unique experience is an extraordinary opportunit to immerse yourself in the truffle world - an expert truffle hunter, the 'cavatore' will teach you all you need to know! The cavatore will introduce you to his trusty dog - an essential hunt companion - and off you will proceed to track down the delicacies! After a successful hunt, you will have a gorgeous meal prepared with your truffles as the centrepiece! WINE TASTING WITH SOKOL The world of wine is one full of tradition, stories, and artistry. Historically, Tuscany is one of the most important and high quality wine producing regions in Italy - thanks to the skilful work of winemakers like Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, Bolgheri and Maremma. Sokol Ndreko (one of Italy's finest sommeliers) will help you discover Tuscan wines, and learn about these unique stories and traditions. Starting with a virtual tour of the vineyards and Tuscan hills from the provence-inspired tasting room and wine cave, he will host a private and comprehensive wine tasting. This is an unmissable opportunity to spend time with and learn from a supreme expert in his field! VINTAGE CARS The rolling hills in this region of Tuscany are famed for their golden fields, cypress groves and vineyards. This idyllic landscape is perfect for a country drive - and what better way to do so than in a vintage car of your choice (subject to availability); Bentley or Pontiac, or even a Maggiolino! The landscape is timeless - and so a vintage masterpiece seems particularly fitting, and you will no doubt savour every curve, bend and straight of your drive. Besides taking in the rolling hills and natural vistas, you will also cruise through picturesque medieval towns in the Chianti such as Greve, Radda, Fonterutoli and many more.