Overview
This excursion from La Spezia is perfect for folks in search of a hands-on culinary experience not too far from the port. The cooking class is private and takes place at a winery in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region, about 25 minutes east of Lucca. The lesson lasts about 3 hours and is followed by lunch of the dishes prepared, accompanied by the estate's wines.
Kindly note: The cost of the cooking class (130 Euro pp) is NOT included in the rate. You'll pay for that on the spot, directly to the winery.
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- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Private transportation
English-speaking driver who will give commentaries while traveling (cannot accompany you on foot).
Bottled water
In-vehicle air conditioning
Gratuities
Cost of the cooking class and lunch (130 Euro pp) is NOT included; you'll pay for that on the spot.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
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Fattoria Carmignani
After a 60-minute drive from La Spezia, we'll arrive in the countryside just east of Lucca, in the Montecarlo di Lucca wine region. Fattoria Carmignani is a family-run boutique winery, a simple but classic country estate that has been producing quality wines with love for decades. The Carmignani family has been winemakers in this area since 1386.
The cooking lesson is hands-on and lasts 3 hours. It will be followed by a lunch (approx. 2 hours) of the dishes you've prepared. A guided tasting of seven of the estate's wines will accompany the meal. A walk through the vineyards with the winemaker completes the experience.
Transportation is included and the drive back to port lasts about 60 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- Transportation is included. The drive back to port lasts about 60 minutes.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Cooking Class in Tuscany from La Spezia Port
Can I cancel Private Cooking Class in Tuscany from La Spezia Port for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Private transportation
- English-speaking driver who will give commentaries while traveling (cannot accompany you on foot).
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's not included?
- Gratuities
- Cost of the cooking class and lunch (130 Euro pp) is NOT included; you'll pay for that on the spot.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Dreaming Tuscany Tours
