Tuscany Tour: Local Family Business Experience

For an authentic experience in Tuscany, explore local family-run businesses, savor their products, and enjoy their wines and olive oil. By the end of the day, you’ll feel like part of their family!

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Camucia Cortona - Participants will explore local family businesses, sampling their products, and enjoying their wines and extra virgin olive oil. They will delve into the history of Cortona and its surroundings.
    They will engage directly with the winemakers, observing the vineyards, fermentation, and aging rooms. Participants will learn the art…
What's Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tennesseetraveler14
May 21, 2025
Tuscan Cultural Immersion - Magical is the word I use to describe the way that Debora blends Tuscan history, wines, local personalities, vineyards, and markets into a brilliant tapestry of life in Tuscany. Her knowledge of the wines is without peer, she knows the soil, the vineyard owners / cultivators, she knows the grapes, the processes; that knowledge is so well communicated. Debora shared with us foods, wines, olive oils, and created what I term a cultural immersion, providing the traveler with a most unique pathway to experience what Tuscany really is. From standing in the ruins of an Etruscan tomb, to the cheese dealer in the local market, to walking the vines of the fields and smelling the earth, there is simply no part of Tuscan life which escapes Debora. If you really want to know Tuscany, there is only one Debora. On our trip to Italy, this was the Crown Jewel. Do yourself a favor and spend at least one day in the delightful magic that Debora creates, it is rather life changing in such a great way. Grazie mille Debora!!!
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Gina
May 17, 2025
Best Tuscan Wine Tour! - We had the most amazing day with Debora! We toured three different Tuscan wineries where we enjoyed local wines and food pairings. Debora was a wealth of knowledge and so much fun!! Each location was unique and special having the opportunity to meet the wine makers (all family owned!) and learn about their different approaches. This was one of the highlights of our entire trip! Debora was the best! And of course, the wine was amazing!
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Kayr1039
May 17, 2025
Cortona experience - We were blown away by the amount of information Debora knew about all things Cortona. The tour was on a Thursday and she took us to the local market and let us experience some of the foods from that area. Following that, we went to the monastery high on a hill outside of Cortona. What a moving experience. This tour with Debora is a must
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Acottrell3939
May 12, 2025
Best tour of Tuscany! - My husband and I had the best day with Deborah! Her knowledge/history of the area was amazing! We toured an organic cheese farm and a beautiful winery with a delicious with lunch. We had a little extra time and got to visit another village. Just an added bonus! She made us feel so welcome and couldn’t recommend her enough! You will have the best time…and she knows all the picturesque spots!
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Betsyc730
May 1, 2025
Unforgettable and bespoke Tuscan experience! - Incredible! I was seeking a unique and tailored Tuscan experience and Debora certainly delivered. We reserved a half-day truffle hunt with lunch and wine tasting included. From the moment Debora picked us up for our adventure she felt like a long-time friend with her witty banter and deep knowledge of the region. The pride she takes in her homeland and its traditions is apparent. The truffle hunt took place on a charming working farm with skilled and adorable dogs. Our harvest was artfully turned into a multi-course lunch with sweeping views and old world ambience abundant. The afternoon continued to another village for gelato and strolling and on to yet another town for an exquisitely presented wine and cheese tasting. Debora offers convenient red carpet service with every detail considered. She was eager to help with any transport needs and was responsive to any questions or requests. She is accommodating, knowledgeable, so much fun and left us wanting more time with her! Don’t miss a tour with Debora for a bespoke Tuscan experience!
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Triciasu692uo
Apr 12, 2025
Best Tuscany Experience! - This is hands-down, our favorite experience in Tuscany! Debora is a wealth of knowledge, not only about food and the towns, but Italian culture. This is by a landslide our favorite experience in Tuscany! She brings along a driver so she can entirely focus on the guest experience. If you only have one day to tour, this is it!
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Scott
Apr 10, 2025
Personal tour and cheese making experience with winery tours. - Amazing day with Debora Mazzierli, who guided us to cheese making and a tour of Cortona, Montepulciano, and Montalcino Tuscany. Looking forward to the cooking class this evening with her husband, Chef Ryan. If you ever plan a trip to Tuscany, contact her.
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Michaelgd2638eo
Apr 8, 2025
Best Tour Guide In Tuscany! - We spent the week in Tuscany and created a custom tour with Debora, it was amazing!!! Being from the region, Debora knows so much and is a wonderful guide. Her stories brought everything that we saw to life, illuminating the history - geography - and culture. We travelled with my mother, wife, and 12 year old daughter. Debora introduced us to the best Tuscany has to offer and we will always fondly remember this trip!
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703deenap
Mar 29, 2025
Debra was wonderful! - Debora is wonderful! We spent 2 days exploring Tuscany with Debora. She gave us so many choices of tour ideas and when we wanted to switch things up a bit, she happily made it happen. She took us to a few small wineries which we loved and she made sure we were well taken care of at each stop. She didn’t even seem bothered when several in our group got distracted by the adorable shops in the towns we stopped in. Her knowledge of the area and Italian history was remarkable. We learned so much as we went from one breath taking stop to the next. The most memorable part for us, was a private dinner at one of the small wineries. It was the best meal we had during a week of outstanding dinners. I highly suggest using Debora to plan your time in Tuscany!
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Jillwj6359yd
Mar 24, 2025
The best way to explore Tuscany and Umbria! - Debora was amazing from start to finish! She knew everything about Italian history and the local vineyards, which made our trip so much better. She took us to some fantastic spots, which we never would have found without her. We learned so much about the area, and she made everything feel relaxed and fun. She really knows how to make the whole experience feel personal, and it was clear she loves what she does. Whether it was sharing stories or showing us hidden gems, Debora made each day with her unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to have an authentic Italian experience!
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From $247
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).