Private tour in Florence Massimo C

Cooking Class and Chianti - Perfect culinary full day tour at the countryside!

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Massimo C.

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Hello, I'm Massimo, your friendly neighborhood driver-guide based in the stunning city of Florence. I specialize in custom escorted travels across Tuscany and Italy for very small groups, chauffeuring you around in my comfy, air-conditioned Mercedes-Benz. Think of me as your personal Italian superhero, minus the cape! I organize private shore excursions from the ports of Livorno or La Spezia, and day tours from the main Tuscan cities. We’re talking wine tours, cooking classes, outlet shopping sprees—pretty much any kind of customized tour you can imagine. Because I work with smaller groups, I can give you the VIP treatment that makes your Tuscan adventure unforgettable. Just a heads-up, though: I don't do full walking tours or guided museum visits. My superpowers have limits! As your chauffeur, interpreter, and travel consultant, I'll help you pick the best sights, optimize your time, and tweak plans on the fly to match your whims. I’ll also point you to the best restaurants and shopping spots, ensuring you get exactly what you're looking for from your trip—whether it's fun, culture, landscapes, shopping, or delicious food. I’m basically your all-in-one travel genie, minus the lamp. In my secret identity as a travel agent, I can book your accommodations and arrange smooth transfers from any Italian location to Tuscany and back. I also offer pre- and post-cruise packages, all-inclusive tours of Italy, and private transfers to France, Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. I’m like the Swiss Army knife of travel! I'll be there to attend to your needs at all times, not only navigating and handling logistics but also introducing you to friendly locals and hidden gems. This is a unique and genuine travel experience that group tours just can't offer. With such tranquility and charm, it's no surprise that so many famous artists, poets, and musicians have been drawn to Tuscany and Italy. Can't wait to share an amazing journey with you. Arrivederci and ciao for now! - Licensed professional driver (Ncc) - Tourist guide ("Accompagnatore turistico", Certificate issued by Provincia di Firenze in 2001) - From 1992 to 2000, Tour manager for an Italian Tour Operator in many countries around the world. - Licensed Travel Agent since 2001 I am a driver-guide only, and I will not be able to accompany you on some portions of the tour which require long walking. The parts of the itinerary denoted by * will be un-guided, so after my introduction you will be able to explore the area on your own

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Overview of your Florence tour

We'll start by leaving the hustle and bustle of the city behind and head to a charming country house tucked away in the heart of the Chianti region. Surrounded by olive groves, vineyards, and peaceful woods, this is the ideal setting for a hands-on cooking experience. Here, you'll meet my good friend — a passionate local chef — who will guide you through the secrets of traditional Tuscan cuisine. Step by step, you’ll learn how to prepare a delicious Tuscan meal, including the art of making fresh pasta from scratch. Whether it's ravioli, tagliolini, or gnocchi, you’ll get your hands floury and have a lot of fun! After the class, we’ll sit down to enjoy the fruits of our labor with a relaxed lunch (around 2.5 hours total for cooking and dining). But the day doesn’t end there. In the afternoon, we’ll explore some of the region’s most picturesque villages like Greve and Panzano, before wrapping up the day with a visit to a local winery for a well-deserved wine tasting (only if you want of course..!)

Recent Reviews

Steve S.Canada
October 2025

We had a great day with Massimo Clemente. We first went to a wonderful cooking class at Vilma’s home, about a 40 minute drive outside of Florence. She taught us how to make a few pasta dishes that we ate for lunch. She is a real pro. This was an authentic Italian experience. We then drove through the Chianti region where Massimo stopped at a vineyard along side of the road. He explained about wine growing. We then went to spend some time in San Gimignano, a must see town. Massimo was always offering explanations of where we were. I highly recommend doing any tour with Massimo.

Emmanuel P.
April 2025

The cooking class and winery tour were both great. Velma was a great cook and we ate the pasta that we made; along with a great bottle of wine. The winery was wonderful also. Great tastings and food compliments. The location for both were exceptional. Pristine clean and great views of the countryside. Overall great experience.

Barbara M.Canada
April 2024

We had a fantastic day! Massimo was prompt, friendly, personable and extremely knowledgeable. The cooking class exceeded everyone's expectations. One of our favorite days in Italy thanks to Massino!

Jana Y.United States
October 2022

Massimo rescued the day. Due to circumstances totally Beyond his control he rearranged the entire Days Tour and made it a great success. He responded promptly to all inquiries and was on time for our pickup. He was flexible and picked us up near our apartment

Anna B.United States
February 2017

We had a spectacular day of touring and tasting with Massimo in charge. Massimo is a very professional, perfect-English speaking, very knowledgeable guide who drive us to A Chianti cooking class, wine tasting day in Tuscany. I can not reccomend this tour enough. Massimo was very conversational, had a great sense of humor and took wonderful care of us. We splurged and did this tour---with just two of us, my husband and me. The winery was beautiful, the class was informative and the wine was Delilah!

Selma R.United States
September 2016

Massimo coordinated a lovely day outside the hustle bustle of Florence. The highlight of the day was our cooking class in a lovely farmhouse outside of Greve. Simonetta and Kalinka provided a fun and entertaining cooking lesson of typical Tuscan foods, including an antipasto, two types of pasta that we made by scratch and a decadent easy dessert. We followed our cooking class with trip to town & wine, olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting. Massimo was kind and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!

Your Florence tour itinerary

• Driving on the narrow Chianti roads we'll reach the place for cooking class in approx 45 min. • Visit of Greve, a cute small town. • Drive through Panzano town - Time permitting quick stop in Montefioralle, a tiny medieval village. If you have any special interests or wishes, I will be happy to customize this tour for you!

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

Mercedes-Benz V Class

What's included
Other: Cooking course of 2 hours and half, lunch with wines included, tour of the Chianti villages, 1 wine tasting.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: wine tasting fees
Meeting location

Florence, Tuscany, Italy

at your accommodation

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Classes And Workshops
Layover
Food And Drink
Tour reference number
10012
Languages
Italian
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.9

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Who is this private tour in Florence best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for food enthusiasts and those interested in learning about traditional Tuscan cuisine. It's also ideal for travellers who want to escape the city and enjoy a day in the beautiful Chianti countryside. Families with kids, seniors, and anyone looking for a relaxed, minimal activity level experience will find this tour suitable.

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