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24-30 October 2026
Under the Tuscan sun
Unpack once in beautiful Pienza and live the authentic heart of Tuscany.
SMALL GROUP TRAVEL
The Art of Slow Living in the Golden Val d’Orcia
Why pack and unpack every single day? This intimate 6-night experience invites you to settle into the Renaissance pearl of Pienza, using it as your elegant home base to explore the region.
Perfect for travelers who want to absorb the true essence of the Tuscan lifestyle, this tour features rolling golden hills, private cooking lessons, and world-class Pecorino cheese tastings.
Filomena’s personal insider connections will take you into a local estate for an exclusive culinary class, followed by comfortable, chauffeured day trips to nearby Florence and Siena.
This is an unforgettable, stress-free escape where you will truly touch the warm soul of the Italian countryside and bring its traditions back home with you.
SICILY GROUP TRAVEL
A Curated 6-Night Immersive Village Experience
Day 1: Welcome to the Val d’Orcia
Arrive in Tuscany and check into your charming accommodations in Pienza for your entire 6-night stay. Enjoy an evening welcome dinner featuring locally sourced seasonal specialties and fine regional wines.
Day 2: Pecorino Cheese Tasting & Cooking Class
Spend a slow morning discovering the history of Pienza. Visit a local farm for an organic cheese tasting, followed by a private, hands-on cooking class where you will learn to roll traditional Tuscan pasta from scratch.
Day 3: Day Trip to Renaissance Florence
Travel in a premium private coach to Florence. Take a gentle guided walking tour through the historic center, with plenty of free time for an outdoor lunch or looking at art before returning to Pienza for a quiet evening.
Day 4: Living Like a Local in Pienza
A completely open, relaxed day. Stroll through the village’s flower-lined alleys, sit at an outdoor café to read, or chat with the local artisans in their shops.
Day 5: Gothic Siena & Chianti Country
Take a beautiful day trip to Siena. Marvel at the magnificent Piazza del Campo and cathedral, then return via the cypress-lined roads of the Chianti country for an authentic group dinner.
Day 6: Wine and Architecture in Montepulciano
Explore the striking hilltop town of Montepulciano. Visit historic underground wine cellars, learn about the famous Vino Nobile, and raise a final glass together to celebrate lifelong friendships.
Day 7: Homebound Journey
Enjoy a final Tuscan breakfast before your return flight home.
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Additional Information
Please book your round-trip flights to and from Rome, ensuring you depart for Italy on October 23 and schedule your return flight to the US for October 30.
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Payment
Deposit of $2,400.00 due upon registration with the balance due October 24, 2026
Luggage policy
1 checked bag and 1 personal carry-on item (backpack style) per person.