Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $110 / person
- Location
- Perugia, Italy
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Going locally
- Meeting point
- We will meet at the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, Italy’s first university dedicated to teaching Italian as a second language. If you are arriving by car, you can park at Parcheggio Sant’Antonio, which is less than a five-minute walk from the university.
Description
Led by your local guide, this tour offers an engaging way to explore Perugia’s historical center away from the crowds, while introducing you to the fascinating medieval craft of candle making. You will step into one of the still active medieval candle-making workshops in town where you will meet a real master candle maker. He will show you how he continues using ancient techniques passed down by his family and how, by molding beeswax, his unique creations come to life. Through several hands-on and visual examples, you will learn more about wax and why his candles are nowadays chased by renowned movie productions from all around the world. The tour will end with a wine light lunch including a delicious charcuterie board with cheeses and Umbrian specialties. This experience is a combo of fun, creativity and good food. - Duration: About 3 hours, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm - Group size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 participants - A fun medieval candle making demo - A mouthwatering wine light lunch.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 13–66)
- $110
- Senior (ages 67+)
- $110
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $97
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Led by your local guide, this tour offers an engaging way to explore Perugia’s historical center away from the crowds, while introducing you to the fascinating medieval craft of candle making. You will step into one of the still active medieval candle-making workshops in town where you will meet a real master candle maker. He will show you how he continues using ancient techniques passed down by his family and how, by molding beeswax, his unique creations come to life. Through several hands-on and visual examples, you will learn more about wax and why his candles are nowadays chased by renowned movie productions from all around the world. The tour will end with a wine light lunch including a delicious charcuterie board with cheeses and Umbrian specialties. This experience is a combo of fun, creativity and good food. - Duration: About 3 hours, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm - Group size: Minimum 2, maximum 6 participants - A fun medieval candle making demo - A mouthwatering wine light lunch.
What's included
How it compares in Perugia
- Starting price $110 is close to the typical $109 for tours of similar length in Perugia
Excurgo comparison of 189 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour take?
Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour cost?
Prices start at $110 per person for this Perugia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM.
How much does Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $97, adults from $110.
Can I cancel Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We will meet at the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, Italy’s first university dedicated to teaching Italian as a second language. If you are arriving by car, you can park at Parcheggio Sant’Antonio, which is less than a five-minute walk from the university. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Perugia Medieval Candle Making Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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