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Set sail on an unforgettable 2-hour private sunset cruise along the Amalfi Coast, designed for the perfect romantic proposal. Drift past pastel Sorrentine cliffs and secluded coves as the sky glows gold and rose. With chilled sparkling wine, gentle music, and the Mediterranean’s serene beauty surrounding you, this intimate experience creates a moment you’ll treasure forever.
Explore the heart of Tuscany with a private Chianti wine, cheese, and olive oil tasting tour. Visit family-run vineyards, traditional cheese producers, and olive oil estates to taste and learn about Tuscany’s most cherished flavors. A perfect tour for food and wine lovers!
Learn the ancient technique of true fresco painting in an authentic Florentine workshop. Guided by a master, prepare the plaster, mix pigments, and paint directly onto fresh intonaco just as Renaissance artists once did. A fascinating, hands-on creative experience, perfect for art lovers, families, and curious beginners.
Step into a historic Florentine workshop and learn the secret painting techniques of the Renaissance masters. Guided by an expert artist, explore pigments, gilding, and traditional materials, and create a small artwork inspired by Florence’s great painters. A fun, hands-on experience for art lovers, families, and the creatively curious.
Discover the beautiful Florentine tradition of paper marbling in a historic artisan workshop. Guided by a master craftsman, learn how colours float on water, are combed into intricate patterns, and transferred to fine paper. Create your own marbled sheets to take home—a fun, hands-on experience for art lovers and families.
Learn the remarkable techniques used by master art forgers in a private hands-on class in Florence. Guided by an expert, you’ll age paper, study Renaissance drawing styles, and create a convincing pastiche that looks authentically centuries old. A fascinating, fun workshop for art lovers, families, and the creatively curious.
The world's leading art detective, and real life Dan Brown Da Vinci Code character will be your guide for 2 hours in this exclusive experience. The only person in the world to have inspected and searched for the mysterious missing Leonardo Da Vinci masterpiece lying hidden for centuries beneath another painting, has caused scandal and hope in his controversial examinations of artworks, challenging their provenance and unfolding deeper mysteries in art history.
Enjoy an exclusive fine dining experience in the comfort of your villa, apartment, or estate in Florence or Tuscany. A renowned Michelin-starred chef will prepare a bespoke multi-course meal, using the finest seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Whether for a romantic evening, special celebration, or corporate event, this luxurious dining experience brings the best of Italian gastronomy directly to your home.
Enjoy visiting the Venetian workshop of the last hand gold beater in Europe.
He hand beats gold ingots into pure gold leaves, lighter than feathers. His workshop is in the renaissance home of the great master Titian-one of the greatest masters of Italian art. The workshop is in the tiny back lanes in off the beaten track of non touristy Venice.
Step into the ancient and exclusive workshops on the Grand Canal of the last silk weavers of Venice.
Experience the genius of the first ‘computer’ ever invented. Enjoy learning about the ancient silk trade that brought riches to Venice with this famous workshop with the oldest still used looms. See stunningly beautiful and richly coloured opulent silks in a myriad of colors.
See the velvet silk patterns made for all the great Italian fashion houses and watch exquisite silk patterns made for the Kremlin and other great monuments.
Decorate your own authentic Venetian Carnival mask in a private atelier led by a master artisan. Using traditional materials such as gold leaf, fine pigments, and classic trims, you’ll learn the history and craft behind Venice’s iconic masks. Enjoy personalised guidance as you design a unique keepsake to take home, crafted in the heart of the Floating City.
Discover Florence’s leather-making heritage in a private workshop led by expert artisans. Learn traditional techniques such as cutting, stitching, and finishing, and create your own handcrafted leather item to take home. A fun, beginner-friendly experience ideal for families, couples, and anyone who loves Italian craftsmanship.
The Best of Cinque Terre Tour – Villages, Boats & Coastal Experience
Discover the Cinque Terre in comfort and style on a private tour that highlights its most beautiful villages, coastal views, and local culture. Travel effortlessly by train - and by boat when conditions allow - while your expert guide reveals hidden corners and scenic vantage points. Enjoy a relaxed seaside lunch and a flexible pace, creating an elegant, stress-free way to experience this iconic coastline.
Wine Tasting with a Sommelier in Florence
Whether you're a total beginner or a fully-fledged wine snob - this experience has something for you. Choose the wine region you would like to focus on - Tuscany? Piedmont? Sicily? You'll taste the cult classics of Italian wine and discover some lesser known grapes. You'll have the choice to sample prized wines from various regions of Italy to discover their qualities according to the soil and area. You'll learn tips on everything from tasting notes, to Italian wine culture and how to select the best wine. Held in the late afternoon and early evening this is the perfect sequel to our Morning Food Tour experience.
Truffle Hunting in Tuscany with Lunch & Wine Tasting
What better way to enjoy a morning in Tuscany than with a truffle hunt in the Tuscan hills? Our expert truffle hunter will lead you through forests, so you can combine sightseeing and adventure all in one tour. Tour ends with a light lunch specializing in truffle flavored treats.
A Gentleman’s Tour – Shop, Style & Taste in Florence
Treat the men in your life with this unique tour of Florence curated for men. We’ll show you how the Italians style and tailor their clothes, what products they use for hair and skin and masculine scents as well as introducing you to the exceptional craftsmanship of hand-crafted items like knives, watches and gloves.
Luxury Gourmet Transfer Florence – Rome: With Cooking Experience
While travelling between Florence and Rome, make the most of the journey by stopping for this luxurious gourmet food experience. Enjoy a relaxed cooking demonstration learning how a delicious handmade pasta is made.
You'll see one of the most beautiful areas of Tuscany the Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO heritage protected region.
A Romantic Proposal in Tuscany & Room with a View
Propose in Tuscany with a private dinner, sparkling wine, chauffeur, and a room with a view. A bespoke engagement in Italy curated by Artviva, elegant and unforgettable.
Florence Perfume Making Experience
Create your own signature scent in an elegant Florentine perfume atelier. Guided by a private master nose, explore rare essences, learn how fragrances are structured, and blend top, heart, and base notes to craft a bespoke perfume to take home. A fun, sensory experience and a unique Florentine keepsake.
Fun Half Day Jewelry Making Experience in Florence
Enjoy a creative course in jewelry, making your own piece, leaving you with an appreciation for the handmade artisanship of jewelry-making.
The jeweler teacher combines a contemporary and creative perspective with a special capacity to find each student's inner creativity, helping you make beautiful pieces unique to you.
Learn to Paint or Sculpt – Art Class in Florence
Enjoy learning to paint or sculpt with a professional artist in their studio in Florence. Create your own masterpiece in the cradle of the Renaissance.
Private Gelato Making Class in Florence
Have fun in this hands-on private gelato-making class! You, your friends, partner or the whole family can bond in this fantastically Italian and yummy cooking class.
Learn the history of this infamously delicious Italian ice-cream while engaging all your senses in the gelato-making process.
Private Pasta Making Cooking Class in Florence
Learn to make pasta using a rolling pin as well as with a pasta-making machine
Prepare three types of fresh pasta and three matching sauces. Find out how to perfectly pair pasta and sauces No great Italian menu is complete without dessert!
This great Italian cooking lesson concludes with a meal of the dishes prepared throughout the cookery course.
Traditional Tuscan Cooking Class – 4 Courses
Our cooking class in Florence will guide you through preparing a full four course Italian dinner. That means starter, first course, second course, and dessert. Our select dishes are traditional Tuscan delicacies that you can also prepare overseas! That said, menus vary often to ensure seasonal ingredients.
A Romantic Proposal in Tuscany & Room with a View
Propose in Tuscany with a private dinner, sparkling wine, chauffeur, and a room with a view. A bespoke engagement in Italy curated by Artviva, elegant and unforgettable.
A Romantic Proposal in Florence
Propose in Florence on an exclusive rooftop with gourmet dining, Tuscan wine, and iconic views. A luxury romantic proposal in Tuscany you’ll never forget.
Wings of Love: Romantic Proposal in Florence
Create the ultimate proposal in Florence with Wings of Love: a private falcon brings your note, followed by Italian bubbles and a chef-curated meal in a breathtaking setting. Discreet planning, cinematic staging, and insider touches: ArtViva handles every detail.
Amalfi Coast Fishing and Cooking Experience
Experience the Amalfi Coast like a true local with this private fishing and cooking adventure. Start your day at sea with traditional fishermen, learning techniques passed down through generations. Then, bring your fresh catch to a charming kitchen where a local chef guides you through preparing classic Amalfi dishes. Perfect for families, couples, and food lovers.
Private Treasure Hunt for Kids in Florence – Ages 3-8 and 9-15
Turn Florence into a playground for your children with this private treasure hunt. Designed with two age-specific versions, it combines clues, stories, and surprises that make Renaissance Florence fun and unforgettable for kids.
Wine Tasting with a Sommelier in Florence
Explore the art of wine tasting Florence offers. Discover local vineyards and savor unique Italian flavors.
Be a Barista for a Day in Florence – Master Italian Coffee Making
Step behind the bar in Florence and learn to brew like a professional. Pull perfect espresso shots, texture milk, and create latte art, then finish with a certificate that celebrates your new barista skills.