Tours & Activities in Vicenza

We are a totaly family run cellar: we have no employees. You will taste the Valpolicella wines and you will meet the Vogadori family! We work in a green way, we are certified but you can experience when you taste our wines! Third generation we produce wines. We have also rooms next the cellar.

Our E-Bike tour explores the surroundings of Vicenza passing through 11 Villas, 7 of which are Unesco Palladian Heritage. The experience includes a special navigation system and an itinerant vocal narration: the guiding voice will be the spirit of Andrea Palladio, who retraces his history through the evolution of his villas (entrances excluded). The Network of the owners of the Palladian Villas invites you to immerse yourself in an original, active and healthy way in the history and landscapes of the Unesco Heritage that made our architect the most influential in history. In the depths of the Vicenza countryside, sumptuous residences follow one another as far as the eye can see in a widespread eco-museum, admiring the gaze of every traveler at the forms in which the teachings of the Ancients have shaped the country house of the nobleman, which from a medieval castle gradually becomes the villa Palladian, thanks to the genius of a modest, prodigious stonemason.

Our vineyards are on average 30/50 years old and are cultivated following the typical “pergola veronese” or “filare speronato” (guyot) methods. All producing procedures of our wine take place within our small farm, Agricola Franchini. Tradition and pride coming from the cultivation of our own vineyard is priceless, so we make sure that very operation in the fields is done manually, from the pruning to the natural fertilization, with patience and respect for our nature. For this reasons, we place these aspects at the first places.

The Palladian Villas Owners Network invite you to immerse yourself in our Unesco Heritage, with an itinerary to discover at least 7 places of historical interest that Palladio's brilliance has made so unique that they deserve universal recognition. In Vicenza in the 16th century, a very wealthy city in its heyday, a genius architect completely changed the face of the city and the way of conceiving architecture, becoming a timeless model. An itinerant tale in art and history, in which Vicenza offers itself to your eyes as a unique Renaissance gem in every glimpse. The only tour in the city to include the famous villa La Rotonda (on request even outside visiting hours), and Palazzo Valmarana Braga, a private heritage jewel of the Palladian Unesco Vicenza. Besides, purchasing the tour you can optionally use a Palladian E-Bike for free, a relaxing and pleasant way to optimize visit times, with a mileage of 15 km. The tour ends with a small exclusive surprise, only for our customers.

CITTADELLA CARD The Card of Cultural Places in Cittadella Cittadella Card includes the 4 Places of Culture in Cittadella: 1- Walls and Parapet Walkway (open every day 9am-4pm) 2- Cathedral Museum (closed on Sunday) 3- Theatre (closed on Sunday) 4- Pretorio Palace (closed on Sunday) Find out about the opening days and times of each monument and museum in our website.

Guided visit of Bassano del Grappa with tasting of Grappa Spirit. Transportation by minivan with private driver included (departures from the cities of Vicenza, Padua and Abano Terme) - Minimum 4 passengers.

Villa Valmarana ai Nani, just outside the town of Vicenza, is an extraordinary monumental complex that includes the ‘Palazzina’ (Owner’s Residence), the Foresteria (Guest-House) – both frescoed by Giambattista and Giandomenico Tiepolo - and the Scuderia (Stables), within a historical park.  It's surrounded by walls decorated with Statues of Dwarfs. It's the only place in the world where you can admire together the art of the father, Giambattista and the son’s, Giandomenico Tiepolo. The Villa is still owned and inhabited by the Valmarana family, who commissioned the frescoes in 1757. 

Vicenza has a story of over 2000 years It is an elegant town in the north of Italy between Venice and Verona , perfect destination for arts and architecture lovers. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the City with this 2 hour outdoor walking tour. An expert english speaking local guide will conduct you through the little streets of the City, each of them is a piece of history. It will be a perfect overview of the marvellous  creations by Palladio, the famous architect born in this city: palaces, monuments and the Olympic Theater.

Dive into the Italian way of life by living just like the locals do. Visit the vibrant local market and immerse yourself in a private dining experience at a Cesarina's home, enjoy an exclusive cooking demo and taste authentic local recipes treasured in family cookbooks passed down by real Italian Mammas. Feel the warmth of Italian hospitality as you connect with local people. Enjoy a 4-course menu including starter, pasta, main course with side dish, dessert with drinks included (water, selection of red and white wines from regional cellars and coffee). At the end of the experience, take your souvenir back home: the official Cesarine apron and shopping bag. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

This day excursion is to visit 3 masterpieces of the most important Venetian architect of the Renaissance: Andrea Palladio. The tour is focused on 3 villas that are included in the UNESCO World Heritage list and they can be visited today.

Immerse yourself in a private pasta and tiramisu-making class in a welcoming home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and tiramisu and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner accompanied by local wines. During this private lesson, you will learn how to prepare 2 pasta recipes and the tiramisu dessert from scratch. Your Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of these iconic recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family once home with an Italian meal! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Vicenza cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Merge yourself in a wine lover day visiting an exclusive estate in Valpolicella. Discover winemaking traditions and curiosities before enjoying the toast with local fine wine.

Valpolicella is one of the most important wine regions of Italy. This is a tour with a professional English speaking driver to visit 2 wineries (one in the morning and one in the afternoon) and to taste some important Italian red wines like the Amarone.

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with the Cesarina and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of cuisine from Vicenza and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of 600+ home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Would you like to discover the most authentic side of Italian gastronomy and share it with other enthusiasts of the “cucina italiana”? Enjoy this shared Market tour and typical Dining experience. Visit the vibrant local market and learn about the seasonal produce and secret ingredients. Then, head to your Cesarina’s house to enjoy a 3-course dining experience, showcasing the authentic regional dishes stored in the cookbooks of your host. You will take part in an experience which is so much more than just a lunch or dinner. You will make new friends, feel like one of the family and live like the Italians do.

Italy has a vast and varied culinary heritage, and our local hosts are proud to share its hidden secrets. Share your passion for Italian gastronomy with other lovely guests, immerse yourself in the vibrant local market and enjoy an authentic hands-on cooking class. You'll visit the local market with your Cesarina host, who will teach you all about how to select the best ingredients with the seasons. Then, you'll return to their home, warm up with an Italian Aperitivo and enjoy the class. You'll learn how to make one iconic Pasta type, typical of the city you are visiting, and the famous Tiramisu. After the class, you will enjoy everything you've prepared with local wines. This experience is the perfect choice if you want to encounter the real Italian regional gastronomy through genuine connections, food, and friendship.

In this experience you will get to know the sparkling wines of Lake Garda, with the Classic and Charmat method, starting from the territory and the vineyard, to move on to the cellar where you will understand the different production methods, and finally to taste 3 glasses accompanied by quality cold cuts and cheeses.

Your day in Vicenza is just winding down, the sun's about to set... It's time for an Aperitivo. This glamorous Italian tradition is loved all over the world, and this is your chance to learn how to prepare it for yourself, the perfect souvenir.  Preparing the perfect aperitivo is an art; you will learn how to prepare a selection of five elegant nibbles to pair with with a refreshing glass of fizz, ideal for sharing with friends in the early evening. Your aperitivo will be a bite-size representation of its local culture, using typical regional ingredients and local wines, such as a sparkling prosecco or a light red. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Dive into Vicenza like a local foodie. Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops, tasting as you go. Visit a selection of small local shops, learn about the typical products of the city while tasting them. A delicious way to discover Vicenza and its gastronomy! • Street food tasting tour • Explore your Cesarina's most trusted artisanal food shops • Sample some of Vicenza typical street food staples • Do some sightseeing in Vicenza as you walk from tasting to tasting • Small-group tour with a maximum of 12 people for an authentic food experience Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country in more than 120 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Listen to the bees buzz and the birds sing within this slice of paradise in Verona – and winner of the World Tulip Award 2019. Parco Giardino Sigurtà lets you follow your nose and you journey through the Viale delle Rose – home to over 30,000 roses that bloom each spring. Walk around the lakes and spot water lilies, hibiscus, and Japanese koi. It's no surprise that Impressionist masters found inspiration in the Water Gardens, but see if you can find your way out of the park's maze!

In this experience you will discover together with the farmer, what are the varieties of vineyards grown in the southern area of ​​Lake Garda, how the land is worked and what are the methods of production and refinement of local wines. You will taste 3 different wines aged in barrels, with an authentic and mature taste, accompanied by delicious cold cuts and cheeses

Frescoes by the Tiepolos: considered masterpieces of 18th century art, they represent one of the most important collections of works in Italy. Visit with the owners: the villa was built in the 17th century and has been owned by the Valmarana family ever since. This historical continuity gives the villa and the visit a unique and familiar charm and atmosphere. Gardens, panoramic landscapes and a glass of wine: you can stroll through the well-kept gardens, enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the place with a good glass of local wine.

A visit for wine lovers, curious to know the evolution over time and the harmony of a wine that is famous in the world and inimitable. There are few wineries in Valpolicella where you can taste the aged Amarone in barrel 10, 15 and 20 years!

You will be accompanied directly by the farmer to see the vineyards to discover the cultivation varieties in this area of ​​Lake Garda. You will visit the cellars, from the most modern to the aging cellar, to discover how the wines are produced and left to rest to obtain excellence. You will taste 5 different types of wine with platters of cold cuts and cheeses, accompanied by bread and Garda olive oil