ITALY · CHOCOLATE TASTINGS
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 chocolate tastings in Italy justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Review of Turin’s chocolate and wine tasting, with Bicerin, organic chocolates, Piedmont wines, local foods, guides, value, and practical tips.
“Fabio was a really great guide, very knowledgeable and patient. He made sure everyone was well looked after.”
Taste Turin’s Bicerin, gianduja, bean-to-bar chocolate, and Barolo Chinato with a local guide on this 1.5-hour small-group tour.
“I was on a trip with my wife. We really enjoyed quality chocolate, excellent wine, and an excellent guide.”
Taste Turin’s Gianduja and fine bean-to-bar chocolate in a small guided tasting with local, Italian, and international makers.
“Amazing, we tasted loads of fabulous chocolates and our host was exceptionally knowledgeable, fab way to spend the afternoon in a cute little chocolate shop.”
Taste Turin’s Bicerin, fine chocolate, Piedmont wines, cheese, and cured meats on a relaxed small-group food walk.
“My wife and I lucked out and were the only two on the tour. We had a blast! Fabio was an extremely knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about chocolate, food and wine. He also easily accommodated the tour for vegetarians.”
Review of Turin’s chocolate tasting, with bicerin, gianduja, premium bars, Barolo Chinato, historic cafés, and practical booking advice.
“I loved that Fabio considers this an experience rather than a tour. Indeed his own knowledge of chocolate and the nuances of different chocolates made it so. Gracie Fabio!”
Taste Turin’s gianduja and fine chocolates from Italy and abroad in a small, relaxed tasting led by chocolate expert Giovanni.
“I hadn't done much research on the different providers of chocolate tastings or tours in Turin, but I definitely hit jackpot with his one. Giovanni is not only extremely knowledgeable and friendly, but he is so enthusiastic about the art of chocolate that it's very much contagious. The two hours just flew by! In addition to a rich selection of gianduja from different local chocolate producers, he also has an incredible selection of chocolates from all over the world. Without a doubt the best way to experience a chocolate adventure in Turin. Highly recommended!”
See how Piedmont cocoa becomes chocolate on a guided Turin factory tour with production views, expert tasting, and practical tips for families.
“Esperienza magnifica. Abbiamo scoperto tante curiosità sul cioccolato e vedere il laboratorio in funzione è stato bellissimo. Grande gentilezza di tutto lo staff.”
Review of a small-group Sicily tour from Siracusa to Ragusa, Modica, and Noto, with Baroque sights, chocolate tasting, and practical tips.
“Fantastic tour. Great driver and some must see cities from Siracusa. Flexibility to do what you want in the cities”
Taste six Italian chocolates at Venchi Rialto in Venice, make your own creation, hear the brand story, and enjoy a 10% shop discount.
“We had an amazing experience! Learned so much about chocolate and git to taste so many wonderful chocolates. The staff is absolutely the best!! They truly made the experience.”
Review of the Siracusa day tour to Ragusa, Modica, and Noto, with Baroque towns, Aztec-style chocolate, transport, value, and practical tips.
“We had an excellent guide/ driver. The tour exceeded our expectations. We would recommend this trip to friends.”
Taste truffles, pralines, cocoa beans, and hot chocolate at VizioVirtù in Venice, with a short lesson on chocolate making and ethical sourcing.
“We are not picky when it comes to chocolate. Normally I will eat whatever chocolate is available. But this experience taught us so much and gave me a whole new appreciation for chocolate! We learned how it’s made, where in the world it can come from, ethical practices, techniques, and more! Our guide was so well educated and communicated great new info for us! Of course, the chocolate itself was unbelievable. Delicious chocolates, and we will be ordering online to get some of this back in the US! The cold chocolate drink was one of the most delicious things I’ve ever tasted. Amazing!!!”
Taste handmade Venetian chocolates, pralines, truffles, dragées, and a seasonal drink in a small 40-minute shop experience.
Taste five Piedmont wines with artisanal chocolate in Monforte d'Alba, tour a historic winery, and enjoy Langhe views in 90 minutes.
“Il tour è stato molto interessante perché dietro alla bottiglia di vino che appoggiamo sulle nostre tavole c’è un lavoro lungo e faticoso. Vedere come ci arriva è curioso e affascinante e a renderlo ancora più bello e interessante è stata la nostra bravissima guida Francesca. Sorridente e preparatissima ci ha condotti in questo percorso, rispondendo alle nostre numerose domande con tanta professionalità. Cioccolato e vino… abbinamento meraviglioso!”
Taste Naples through chocolate, pastries, coffee, limoncello, and local stories on a 100-minute small-group walk through the Old Town.
“Fantastic tour, delicious chocolates, pastries and coffee with friendly chat about the area and traditions of Naples. Mimi was very relaxed and knowledgeable.”
Taste Venchi chocolates in Venice, learn the brand’s story, make a custom treat, and take home sweets during this intimate one-hour workshop.
“YOU are in for a treat! Exceeded our expectations. Lucia was very friendly , delightful and extremely knowledgeable on her Italian chocolate history. Fun times learning about sweet facts. You leave with all kinds of chocolatey goodness. Highly recommend!! Love the manager of the store, too!! Kelly”
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