Join De Gustibus Tours for an immersive 8-hour journey through Tuscany’s famed wine and cheese traditions, discovering hidden family-run wineries and historic towns. Perfect for lovers of authentic flavors and scenic beauty.
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De Gustibus Tours
Join De Gustibus Tours for an immersive 8-hour journey through Tuscany’s famed wine and cheese traditions, discovering hidden family-run wineries and historic towns. Perfect for lovers of authentic flavors and scenic beauty.
De Gustibus Tours is a Florence (Firenze, Toscana) based tour operator offering a range of private and curated experiences across Tuscany. The company presents a variety of itineraries that combine wine tasting, regional cuisine, historic towns and unique transport options such as vintage sidecar rides. Many published itineraries include private options and range from short city food rides to full-day wine and culinary tours.
Published trip descriptions show itineraries to key Tuscan destinations including Chianti, San Gimignano, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Cortona and Val di Chiana. Signature experiences listed include sidecar aperitivo rides at sunset, street-food sidecar tours in Florence, Brunello and Vernaccia wine tastings, saffron- and pecorino-focused lunches, cooking classes in a Chianti farmhouse, and truffle hunting excursions. Several tours note visits to family-run wineries, organic farms for Tuscan lunches, and opportunities to sample local products such as Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Brunello di Montalcino, Syrah from Cortona, pecorino cheese and saffron.
Trip durations in published summaries vary from approximately two hours (street food rides) to five-hour sidecar excursions and seven- to eight-hour full-day tours. Departures are described as originating from Florence and cover regions such as Chianti Classico, Val d'Orcia and the hill towns surrounding the city. All information above reflects De Gustibus Tours’ published itineraries and trip summaries.
Base Location
Firenze, Toscana
Located in central Florence
Typical Duration
2–8 hours
Short and full-day options available
Tours Offered
16
Private and group experiences
Wine Regions
Chianti, Montalcino, Montepulciano
Local wines and tastings featured
Choose a private wine tour, sidecar adventure, cooking class or truffle hunt — departures from Firenze with half- and full-day options.
Arrive early
Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early to maximize your winery visits.
Bring comfortable shoes
Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring medieval streets and farm visits.
Sample widely
Taste all the wines and cheeses available to get a full sense of regional flavors.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water, especially if sampling multiple wines during the day.
Sun hat or cap
Protect yourself from the summer sun during outdoor tastings.
summer
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the wine and cheese tasting experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Explore the towns and farms comfortably on foot.
Camera or smartphone
Capture scenic views and memories of your culinary journey.