About this tour
Blend your own fragrance at Podere Barbarella in the heart of Tuscany, guided by perfumers from Acqua di San Gimignano. Working with essential oils and local inspiration, you'll craft a personalised scent that captures the region's character—particularly the prized saffron of San Gimignano. In just an hour, you'll develop something genuinely yours: a wearable memory of the countryside that you'll bottle and take home.
Highlights
- Mix essential oils with expert perfumers in Tuscan estate
- Bottle your own signature fragrance to keep
- Learn scent-building techniques from professionals
- Saffron and local botanicals inspire your creation
- Small group ensures personal attention
- Coffee and tea included throughout
What to expect
You'll arrive at the working farm and be introduced to the fundamentals of fragrance composition. The perfumers walk you through their palette of oils and explain how notes build and evolve. You'll then experiment with blending, testing combinations on scent strips before committing to your final mix. Expect some trial and error—that's the point. Once you've landed on something you like, the team helps you bottle it properly. The whole process is tactile and unhurried, designed for curiosity rather than speed.
Good to know
No experience needed; this suits all fitness levels. Allow an extra 10–15 minutes for arrival and settling in. Transport to Podere Barbarella isn't included, so arrange that beforehand. Meals aren't provided, though refreshments are on hand.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.