Taste the rare pleasures of Tuscan chocolate and wine on a private, full-day tour just outside Florence. Indulge your senses in artisan flavors and panoramic vineyard views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8–9 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as activity mainly involves walking short distances and sitting during tastings.
Wildlife
History
Florence’s Renaissance heritage parallels Tuscany’s rich tradition of crafting fine wine and chocolate dating back centuries.
Conservation
The tour partners with sustainable producers who emphasize organic farming and biodiversity preservation in vineyards and cacao plantations.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours
Taste the rare pleasures of Tuscan chocolate and wine on a private, full-day tour just outside Florence. Indulge your senses in artisan flavors and panoramic vineyard views.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours is a Florence-based tour operator specializing in private and small-group experiences across Tuscany and nearby regions. Founded to connect visitors with the cultural, culinary and scenic highlights of central Italy, the company offers a wide range of day trips, shore excursions and immersive activities.
Operating from Florence, Tuscany, the catalogue includes private VIP shore excursions from Livorno, La Spezia and Piombino to destinations such as Pisa, Lucca, Florence, Cinque Terre, San Gimignano and the Chianti wine region. Options span guided walking tours with reserved entries (Uffizi, Accademia), winery visits with tastings and meals, truffle hunting with trained dogs, cooking classes, Vespa tours and curated visits to Bolgheri for Supertuscan wine tastings.
Services include private vehicles and professional drivers for full-day transfers, small shared tours for groups up to eight people, and tailored itineraries for families or wine enthusiasts. Specific shore excursions list included stops, tasting experiences and local activities, while other experiences emphasize cultural sites such as Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and Carrara marble quarries.
Under The Tuscan Sun Tours works with licensed local guides and established wineries, restaurants and activity providers to deliver organized itineraries and reserved accesses. The business emphasizes clear pickup arrangements from ports (Livorno, Piombino, La Spezia) and from central Florence, offering a practical way to turn limited time into a full Tuscan experience.
Location
Florence, Tuscany
Headquartered in historic Florence
Group Size
Up to 8 (shared)
Small-group tour options available
Shore Excursions
Livorno & La Spezia
Private shore pickups offered
Featured Tours
Pisa, Chianti, 5 Terre
Iconic Tuscany destinations covered
Reserve a shore excursion or Florence tour today: private vehicles, experienced guides, and curated wine and cultural itineraries ready for booking.
Bring a camera with a macro lens
Close-up shots capture the intricate textures of cacao beans and wine glasses during tastings.
Wear comfortable shoes
There’s some light walking around plantations and vineyards; sturdy footwear is recommended.
Stay hydrated
Especially in summer months, drink water alongside wine tastings to stay refreshed.
Book in advance for private groups
This exclusive experience seats up to eight and fills quickly during peak seasons.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for walking through plantations and vineyards with uneven terrain.
Sun hat
Protects from strong Tuscan sun during outdoor portions of the tour.
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Light jacket
Useful for cooler mornings and evenings in the Tuscan countryside.
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Water bottle
Staying hydrated is important during a full day of tastings and walking.