Authentic Tuscany: Tours & Packages
Authentic Tuscany:
Tours & Packages
Discover the Hidden Gems of Tuscany: Your Passport to Unforgettable Experiences
Who We Are
Welcome to Gira e Sole where authentic, Tuscan experiences await!
We are a team of individuals from a small town in the pristine Lima valley (Val di Lima), surrounded by the Apennine mountains, medieval villages and clear blue streams.
With a deep appreciation for our culture, traditions, and hidden gems our region has to offer, we curate unforgettable travel experiences and bespoke packages that go beyond the ordinary across Val di Lima and the famous province of Lucca.
We are proud to be from an area that is exceptionally diverse, rich in history, culture and nature and to be able to share the beauties of our surroundings with our visitors.








Our Mission
Our mission at Gira e Sole is simple yet profound: to offer exceptional travel packages that showcase the best of Tuscany while ensuring unforgettable moments for every traveller. We believe that your travel experience should be about connecting with people, savouring local flavours, immersing yourself in nature and creating memories that last a lifetime.





A Tailored experience
Choose From Culinary, Adventure, Wellbeing
Our Culinary Experiences
Girasole
Cooking Class + Wine Tasting in Lucca
Discover the flavours of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class in the heart and soul of Lucca, led by one of our expert chefs. Learn to prepare authentic Lucchese dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Afterwards, enjoy a guided wine tasting featuring regional varietals in a charming Tuscan setting. A perfect blend of learning, tasting, and living like a local.
Starting at €174 per person
Lavanda
Cooking Class + Wine Tasting in Barga
Spend the day in the picturesque hilltop town of Barga, starting with a hands-on cooking class led by a renowned local chef, where you’ll learn to prepare traditional Tuscan dishes. Then, enjoy a separate wine tasting featuring carefully selected local wines. An experience not to be missed.
Starting at €169 per person
Timo
Wine Tasting + Aperitivo in Lucca
Take a relaxed journey through Tuscan wine culture with a guided tasting of locally produced wines in the heart of Lucca. Afterwards, enjoy a traditional aperitivo at a nearby spot in town as the sun sets over this beautiful Renaissance city. Two distinct experiences, one perfect evening in Tuscany.
Starting at €69 per person
Acacia
Beekeeping + Wine Tasting in Barga
Step into the world of bees with an immersive experience in the Barga countryside. Taste locally made Tuscan honeys paired with regional cheeses – a traditional favourite. Then finish with a wine tasting surrounded by nature. Unique, educational, and delightfully Tuscan.
Starting at €79 per person
Camomilla
WELLBEING + APERITIVO AND LUNCH in Bagni di Lucca
Rebalance and reconnect in the thermal heart of Tuscany. Begin your day with a relaxing wellbeing session, followed by a delicious Tuscan lunch and classic aperitivo. A soul-soothing experience in the serene town of Bagni di Lucca.
Starting at €134 per person
Salvia
Wellbeing + Water Activity in Bagni di Lucca
Begin your experience with a stimulating water activity in the pristine Lima River. Afterwards, slow things down with a calming wellbeing session designed to restore and relax. A perfect balance of adventure and inner peace in the serene landscape of Bagni di Lucca.
Starting at €129 per person
Olivo
Olive Oil & Wine Tasting + Cooking Class in Lucca
Indulge in a rich journey of taste with a guided olive oil and wine tasting in a stunning setting, alongside an authentic Lucchese cooking class that brings local flavours to life. Both experiences offer a full-sensory celebration of Tuscan traditions and hands-on discovery.
Starting at €182 per person
Our Adventure Experiences
Papaveri
Stand Up Paddle + River Trekking
Glide across the azure waters of the hidden blue canyon on a stand-up paddleboard before exploring the riverbanks on foot with a guided river trekking adventure. A perfect way to experience the valley’s pristine beauty from both water and land.
Starting at €39 per person
Corbezzolo
River Trekking + Packrafting or Rafting
Dive into the pristine Lima River valley with an exhilarating mix of river trekking and packrafting or rafting. Challenge yourself with thrilling jumps, natural slides, and rapid navigation through crystal-clear, azure waters – all set against the backdrop of breathtaking, untouched wilderness. An adrenaline-packed adventure in a stunning natural paradise.
Starting at €109 per person
Ginepro
Rafting or Packrafting Adventure + Wellbeing
Kick off your day with an adrenaline-fueled rafting or packrafting adventure on the Lima’s crystal-clear, pristine waters – think thrilling rapids, natural obstacles, and breathtaking scenery. Then, recharge with a soothing wellbeing session surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the valley. The ultimate blend of excitement and relaxation awaits.
Starting at €129 per person
Malva
Hiking Trail in Natural Reserve + Wellbeing
Explore the breathtaking Orrido di Botri natural reserve with an expert guide, home to the majestic golden eagle and a diverse array of wildlife. After your invigorating hike, relax with a peaceful wellbeing session, fully immersing yourself in the serenity of this protected haven.
Starting at €114 per person
Erica
River Trekking + Wellbeing
Dive into an exhilarating river trek along the Lima’s crystal-clear waters – complete with jumps, natural slides, and thrilling obstacles, then unwind with a restorative wellbeing session. Experience the perfect balance of adrenaline and relaxation amid the valley’s pristine beauty.
Starting at €129 per person
Castagno
Mountain Trekking + River Trekking
Start your adventure with an adrenaline-pumping river trek through the crystal-clear waters of the Lima River, complete with jumps, natural slides, and thrilling obstacles. Then, ascend to the summit of one of the region’s most renowned mountains, celebrated for its rich floral diversity, especially vibrant in spring – for spectacular panoramic views. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness a breathtaking sunset that bathes the valley in golden light.
Starting at €94 per person
Our Exclusive Experiences
Coming Soon
- Water Activity
- Private pool access in medieval Tuscan village with lunch and drinks (day access 12pm – 6pm)
- Optional dinner
- Optional Overnight Stay
Visit Our Experiences Page to Discover More and Choose Your Favourite!
What is Gira e Sole?
Gira e Sole is inspired by the word ‘girasole’, meaning ‘sunflower’ and ‘turning towards the sun’, just as sunflowers do. We chose the name to reflect Tuscany’s iconic flower and our business focus: travel and sunshine.
Sunflower fields in Tuscany are a sight to behold stretching as far as the eye can see, and become alive with colour particularly during the summer months from late June through August, creating stunning landscapes typical of a Tuscan summer.
Beyond their aesthetic appeal, sunflowers play a practical role in Tuscany’s agricultural landscape. They are often cultivated for their seeds, which are harvested for their oil – a staple ingredient in Tuscan cuisine.
Additionally, sunflower fields contribute to the region’s biodiversity providing habitats for various wildlife species and supporting the local ecosystem.
Tuscan lovers will be aware that sunflowers hold a special place in the Tuscan fields.
