Italian Cooking Holidays in Tuscany

Tuscany is the perfect place for a cookery holiday. The region of Tuscany is world famous for its rustic and hearty food, its rich culture and its stunning landscapes. Get lost in these amazing Tuscan towns with the tangle of ancient streets, taking in the medieval architecture of their churches and museums.

Explore Tuscany’s  famous frescos on the piazzas, enjoying stunning views of the surrounding Tuscan countryside from its hilltop position. There is so much to discover on our Italian cooking holidays in Tuscany.

If you’d prefer to go for a short cookery break in Tuscany, have a look at our 4-day cookery break in Tuscany with limited availability.

Great mixture of cooking, visits and time to relax by the pool. The food was delicious and the Tuscan scenery was wonderful.

Villa Accommodation

Our villas in Tuscany are all situated amongst that famous Tuscan backdrop with olive groves, vineyards, and woodlands. Excellent craftsmanship went into renovating the villas, taking care to maintain their traditional features. The pool areas are complete with sun loungers and a gazebo, overlooking the rolling Tuscan hills.

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Your Holiday Price Includes:

  • 5 cookery lessons with our local Italian chef.
  • Villas surrounded by rolling hills and olive groves.
  • Private, en-suite accommodation in one of our Tuscan villas.
  • All meals and wine, including 2 meals at local restaurants.
  • Sample delicious Tuscan wines at a private wine tasting.
  • Day trips exploring some of Tuscany's most historic and beautiful towns, Voltera and San Gimignano.
  • Private transport throughout stay.
  • Group airport transfers*
  • No single supplement

* Provided you are able to meet them. Please ask for transfer times.

Dates for 2024

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DatePriceAvailability  
4 May - 11 May£1799Last Room Ask a question »
1 Jun - 8 Jun£1799Only 2 Rooms Left Ask a question »
8 Jun - 15 Jun£1799Only 2 Rooms Left Ask a question »
15 Jun - 22 Jun£1799Last Room Ask a question »
22 Jun - 29 Jun£1799Last Room Ask a question »
7 Sep - 14 Sep£1799Only 2 Rooms Left Ask a question »
14 Sep - 21 Sep£1799Last Room Ask a question »
21 Sep - 28 Sep£1799Only 2 Rooms Left Ask a question »
28 Sep - 5 Oct£1799Only 2 Rooms Left Ask a question »
5 Oct - 12 Oct£1799Available Ask a question »
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19 Oct - 26 Oct£1799Available Ask a question »

Cooking Holiday in Tuscany - Itinerary


Day 1 (Saturday) - Private transport from Pisa to the villa.

Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa Airport. We will then take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Serving Prosecco

Day 2 (Sunday) - First cooking class with our Italian chef.

After breakfast you will have your first cookery lesson with our local chef, enjoying your creations for lunch. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is prepared for you at the villa.

Cooking Lesson

Day 3 (Monday) - Visit a local winery and enjoy a private wine tasting.

Enjoy your second hands-on cookery lesson, followed by lunch and then visit a local winery for a private wine tasting. Return to the villa for dinner prepared by your chef.

Tuscany Holiday Winery Visit

Day 4 (Tuesday) - Visit the local area and wander its streets on your day trip

After breakfast this morning, we will head to a famous Tuscan town with a chance for sightseeing and shopping at your leisure. Lunch will be at our favourite local trattoria. Return to villa late afternoon for dinner.

Arezzo

Day 5 (Wednesday) - A day to relax at the villa

Enjoy another cookery lesson this morning, followed by lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or take a walk around the grounds of the villa. Dinner tonight will be prepared for you by your chef at the villa.

Tuscany Dinner by the Pool

Day 6 (Thursday) - Third cooking lesson and dinner out

After breakfast, enjoy your third cooking lesson, followed by lunch. This afternoon, we will visit  another famous Tuscan town at your leisure. You’ll have a chance to explore and do some shopping before dinner at a local restaurant.

Volterra

Day 7 (Friday) - Final cooking lesson with farewell dinner in great company.

After breakfast, you have your final cookery lesson and lunch. Enjoy your afternoon relaxing at the villa and in the evening, the chef will prepare a farewell dinner.

Farewell Dinner

Day 8 (Saturday) - Private transfer to Pisa Airport.

After breakfast, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Pisa Airport for your flight home.


No Single Supplement

A room to yourself. We never charge a single room supplement.

Solo Traveller Friendly

Over 70% of our guests travel solo taking advantage of our no single supplement policy.

Travel Information

We understand that you would prefer flying direct from your local airport. Please see our transfer times below to help with your travel plans:

Saturday Arrivals

  • On the first day of  your holiday your transfer driver will  meet you in the arrivals hall of Pisa International Airport at 2 pm.
  • On the final day of your holiday, you will be collected and taken back in time for flights departing from Pisa International Airport between 12 noon and 2pm.

Sunday Arrivals

  • On the first day of  your holiday your transfer driver will meet you in the arrivals hall of Pisa International Airport at 2 pm.
  • On the final day of your holiday, you will be collected and taken back in time for flights departing from Pisa International Airport between 10am and 12 noon.

Please note: transfers times are subject to change so please get in touch before booking your flight to ensure the timings work with the complimentary group transfer between Pisa International Airport and your villa.

Pisa International Airport Map

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If you might be interested in activities other than Cooking, you can find out more about the Pilates, Painting, Photography and Learn Italian activity holidays that we offer in Tuscany.

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