I personally host each journey as an Italian born woman deeply in love with her country, now living in the United States and bridging both worlds. I oversee every detail and keep our groups intentionally small so that what we share is not just an itinerary, but genuine connection among women who have given much and are now ready to receive. Each experience is thoughtfully organized and responsibly priced, with professionalism and care. The greatest return I receive is seeing your faces as you experience the beauty of Italy through my eyes.

Alessandra

The Experience

An intimate women only experience, thoughtfully limited to 8-10 guests.

Arrival and Departure airport: Rome (Leonardo da Vinci International Airport  - FCO)

This 8 full days of touring and fun / 7 night villa based journey through Val d’Orcia (Tuscany) and Umbria is designed for travelers who want slow beauty authentic landscapes and meaningful experiences without changing hotels. Late spring and early summer offer rolling green hills golden light warm days and peaceful evenings in the Tuscan countryside.

We stay in a private countryside elegant villa near Montepulciano or Chiusi ideally located for exploring Florence, Siena, Pienza, Cortona (Under the Tuscan Sun location), Arezzo, Bagno Vignoni geothermal 5* SPA,  Montepulciano, Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio with comfortable day trips. Life at the villa is a key part of the experience with convivial mornings and time to truly connect. From arrival in Rome to departure all group logistics are handled allowing you to fully enjoy the journey.

Our Own Private Villa in the stunning Val D'Orcia

We will stay a beautifully restored historical countryside Villa Astori near Chiusi, the former residence of a noble family in the mid nineteenth century, carefully restored in recent years. The villa  offer spacious interiors, peaceful gardens, and panoramic countryside views, located in Val d’Orcia, the area most often chosen for films that depict Italy thanks to its iconic and timeless beauty. The bedrooms are very spacious and all have ensuite bathrooms. Same also have large terraces with views into the spectacular  Val D'orcia (first come first serve).

What’s Included

• Group transfer from Rome FCO airport to the villa
• 8 full days of activities and tours with 7 nights accommodation in a private countryside villa in Val d’Orcia
• Use of the villa pool and outdoor gardens
• Daily breakfast at the villa
• An unforgettable hands on cooking class with local ingredients, wine tasting and  a  traditional tuscan gourmet meal on a terrace overlooking the rolling hills
• Enogastronomic experience including visit to a local cheese farm in Pienza or a Winery in Montalcino
• Full day Spa access to Geothermal experience at a  5* spa in Bagno Vignoni (this will be the highlight of the  week). There will be time for massage, facials, and other treatments (booked separately).
• Full day visit to Florence
• Full day visit to Siena
• Full day visits to Arezzo and Cortona (location of Under the Tuscan Sun)
• Visit to Civita di Bagnoregio
• Visit to Orvieto
• All planned transfers during the itinerary
• Tour hosting and coordination before and throughout the experience provided by Alessandra

Itinerary Overview

Day 1 Arrival Rome  and Transfer to the Villa 

• Group pickup at Rome FCO airport, for those arriving the day before  we will extend a courtesy pick up in Rome.
• Private transfer to the villa
• Stop at the Civita di Bagnoregio for a  picture perfect view along the way and  refreshment
• Arrival and check in at the villa
• Time to relax and enjoy the countryside
• Group dinner at a nearby restaurant (cost of meal not included)

Day 2 Bagno Vignoni Spa Day

• Breakfast at the villa
• Transfer to Bagno Vignoni
• Full-day retreat at the 5-star ADLER Spa Resort, or  5-star La Posta Marcucci Spa Resort in Bagno Vignoni, a charming village built around natural geothermal springs. You will enjoy complimentary access to thermal pools, saunas, with the option to indulge in world-class spa treatments and massages (available at an additional cost).
• Free time to explore the village
• Dinner at leisure or together at the villa (cost of meal not included)

Day 3 Arezzo and Cortona

• Breakfast at the villa
• Full day excursion to Arezzo
• Continue to Cortona  (Under the Tuscan Sun location)
• Free time for lunch sightseeing and shopping
• Return to the villa
• Evening at leisure (cost of meals not included)

Day 4 Relax at the Villa and Pienza

• Breakfast at the villa
• Visit to a local cheese farm in Pienza
• Tasting of pecorino and local products
• Return to the villa
• Hands on cooking time together at home for a fun relaxing time around the pool
• Dinner featuring the dishes prepared together

Day 5 Florence

• Early breakfast at the villa
• Full day excursion to Florence
• Free time to explore museums historic center and shopping
• Return to the villa in the evening
• Dinner at leisure (cost of meals not included)

Day 6 Cooking Class Experience in Montepulciano

• Breakfast at the villa

• Transfer to a local agriturismo in the Montepulciano countryside for another highlight of the week.

• Hands on cooking class using fresh local ingredients and traditional Tuscan recipes

• Guided wine tasting featuring local wines

• Gourmet Tuscan meal served on a panoramic terrace overlooking the rolling hills

• Visit Montepulciano before returning to the villa

• Evening at leisure 

Day 7 Siena

 • Breakfast at the villa
• Full day visit to Siena
• Free time to explore the historic center
• Return to the villa
• Farewell group dinner (cost of meal not included)

Day 8 Departure

• Breakfast at the villa
• Transfer to Rome or  FCO airport with stop to visit Orvieto
• End of services with arrival in Rome at about 3 to 4 pm. Note that international flights out of Rome are usually in the morning.

⚠️ Note: Days activities may occur in a different order depending on local weather and conditions.

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