What to Do for a Week Trip to Tuscany
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Hate planning trips? Or don’t have the time to dedicate to it? You’re in luck. We’re sharing our itinerary for how we spend a week in Tuscany on our Treasures of Tuscany trip.
If you’re looking to plan a trip to Tuscany, this itinerary might be the perfect fit for your interest and goals. Inquire with one of our Italy experts about our 2024 small group trips or how you can book this exact itinerary for your own private group.
Day 1
We start our journey in Florence and then drive through the Tuscan countryside to the town of Cortona. Upon arrival, we drop off our bags and then walk through town to a restaurant of our local friends. We dine on typical Tuscan fare while being joined by expert artisans in the industries we visit over the course of the week. This is our first exposure to the craftsmanship in Tuscany.
Day 2
The next day we visit a nearby town, meet with artisans and designers in their shops, and witness the intricate detail that goes into their handcrafted products. In between visits, we stop in a beautiful medieval town for a 4-course tasting menu lunch with a sommelier who educates us on the local wines that are paired with our meal.
Day 3
We visit a small producer of Montalcino wines and meet the family that moved high up in the hills to build their own creative space and pour their passion into the land and wine. This unique winery is owned by a family of artists, so we can see their sculptures and pieces throughout the vineyards.
From there, we head to a nearby organic farm and restaurant where we’ll tour the property and learn about the techniques behind growing high-quality produce and ingredients before indulging in a beautiful Tuscan lunch.
Day 4
Next, we visit the small, medieval town of Anghiari. We begin our day in this picturesque town with a special visit to the Busatti factory with the owners of this beloved textile brand. Walk through the looms from the 1800s that are still in use, and learn why this family has maintained their production in the same way it’s been done for generations.
We take a short walk from the factory to a local restaurant for lunch, spending time with our new friends and experiencing a day in the life of a local. We then join our friend, Giovanni, in his private villa where he hosts us for an afternoon aperitivo and shares with us his personal collection of artwork.
Day 5
Today, we venture just outside of Florence to a little town known for its artisans, crafts, and trades. We wander this traditional blacksmith town and meet with local business owners. Later we have a garden dinner outside of a picturesque Tuscan countryside villa.
We’ll visit our dear friend, Gloria’s son, who has a local production of delicious Italian jams. We tour his facilities and then have lunch with Gloria and listen to her stories about growing up in Florence with a view of the Duomo.
By the end of the trip, you’re leaving with a belly full of delicious cuisines, new friends, and a deeper connection with Italian culture and way of life. As one of our signature trips, travelers can’t believe the experiences they have when they travel with us. See what they’ve said about our trips!
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