Cortona

Cortona — Easy guided eBike tour around the Etruscan City.

Availability and Discounts: Before booking, we have other dates available and discount codes for each booking — contact us before booking. Participant Requirements: This is a shared tour. We limit the group to a maximum of 2/3 bookings to ensure comfort for everyone. If you do not feel confident on a bicycle, contact us before booking to avoid inconvenience during the tour. eBike Tour: Explore Cortona on an eBike, traversing cobbled streets and historic routes, discovering hidden gems and breathtaking views inspired by the movie "Under the Tuscan Sun." Riding Comfort: Our eBikes offer powerful assistance, allowing you to enjoy the Tuscan countryside without the physical effort of a traditional bicycle. The tour is 3 hours long, about 12/14 km (9 miles) with a 300 m (900 feet) elevation change, which we always adapt based on our guests. Other Destinations: Tours also available in the Val di Chiana, towards Montepulciano, and in Pienza. Contact: ciao@epicbike.it

Cortona Private Guided Tour

Discover Cortona, the town made famous by the novel Under the Tuscan Sun, during a prvate walking tour. With a local guide, you’ll hear fun facts about the book and the film as you stroll through the Roman square of Piazza della Repubblica and see landmarks such as Teatro Signorelli and the Palazzo Comunale. Choose between a morning or afternoon tour when you book.

Small Group Tuscany Tour Montepulciano, Montalcino and Cortona

Embark on a captivating journey from Florence to discover Tuscany’s most iconic gems. Begin in Cortona, a hilltop village of Etruscan origin made famous by Under the Tuscan Sun, where you’ll explore medieval charm and visit a master ceramic artisan’s workshop (or traditional artisan shops). Continue to Montepulciano for a tasting of five fine wines, including the prestigious Nobile and Brunello di Montalcino, and enjoy a light lunch in a historic underground cellar (if option selected). Then, travel through the stunning Val d’Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with scenic stops including filming locations from The Gladiator. End in Montalcino, a medieval town with a 14th‐century fortress and breathtaking views, where you can savor the region’s rich wine culture. Return to Florence with lasting memories of Tuscany’s timeless beauty, history, and flavor. (*) if not available, it will be replaced with a visit to authentic artisan shops, with typical works Tour order may vary

Private tour from Florence to CORTONA & MONTEPULCIANO

Discover the medieval Tuscan hill towns of Cortona and Montepulciano, without the hassle of spending hours on trains or busses. Enjoy the luxury of a private, chauffeured drive through the Arno Valley. Explore the impressive sights and historic attractions of Cortona, then eat a light lunch before strolling through the charming streets of Montepulciano. Your guide suggests the best places to stop, and customizes the tour to your interests.

Cortona private walking Tour

Discover the iconic Tuscan town of Cortona (made famous in the book by Frances Mayes "Under The Tuscan Sun"). Located between Florence and Rome, Cortona is rich in Etruscan roots. Cortona is an easy city for everyone to really love. This is because of its atmosphere, its Etruscan past, its delightful medieval old town and also its splendid panoramas.

Cortona Dining Experience

Enjoy Italian food authentically—at home, and made with love by a passionate home cook. On this Italian dining experience in Cortona, enjoy a four‐course meal and a cooking show by your host family, and hear about the importance of these family recipes and the local provenance of the ingredients as your dinner is cooked. Sit at the family dining table and learn about local culture and customs, and enjoy wine from local cellars.

Pasta and Pizza cooking class in Cortona

Simonetta introduces you to her kitchen, full of books, spices, jars full of dried fruit and recipes. Her cooking courses are a full immersion in her lifestyle, a mix of food and culture, but also of practicality. Learn to make dishes which you can easily reproduce at your home, and you will amaze yourselves by creating ravioli, tagliatelle and pizza, in a vegetarian o vegan style. She will teach you the simple but important tricks of everyday cooking, such as how to substitute an ingredient at the last moment, but what really counts is to have a passion for food. You will start by preparing the dough for the pizza and then, during cooking, you will prepare tagliatelle and ravioli. The sauces will be the simplest but the most delicious sauces of Mediterranean cuisine. Learn about genuine Tuscan recipes Get hands‐on help preparing local delicacies Taste the fruit of your labor in a convivial atmosphere Bring‐back home the recipes you have learned for surprising your guest at your next dinner

For your personal experiences in Tuscany

For a personal experience in Tuscany, visiting local family businesses, tasting their products, tasting their wines and olive oil And at the end of the day , feel like be part of their family !!!

Diocesan Museum of Cortona

Perched quietly on a hillside in the Tuscan heartland, Cortona is the sun‐kissed epitome of central Italy. It's not just saffron‐shaded roofs and olive groves, though. There's plenty of historical culture to consume. The Diocesan Museum of Cortona, founded after World War Two, houses stunning examples of religious iconography from around the region. Marvel at beautifully crafted paintings, altars, jewelry and vestments. Some items exhibited date back as far as the 14th and 15th centuries!

Private tour from Florence to Cortona and Arezzo

Take a break from the crowds of Florence and discover Arezzo and Cortona on a private 9‐hour. All‐inclusive private transportation from your hotel allows you to comfortably see a long list of attractions in a short amount of time. Visit historical sites, including the 9th‐century Etruscan Atrium, as well as filming locations for “Life is Beautiful” and “Under the Tuscan Sun”. Enjoy ample free time to explore both Tuscan towns.