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Spend eight days in a family-run Tuscan villa—yoga at dawn, truffle hunts in the woodlands, pasta workshops, and day trips to Florence, Siena, Volterra and the Cinque Terre. A paced, food-forward retreat that pairs cultural highlights with hands-on local experiences.
Spend eight days in a family-run Tuscan villa—yoga at dawn, truffle hunts in the woodlands, pasta workshops, and day trips to Florence, Siena, Volterra and the Cinque Terre. A paced, food-forward retreat that pairs cultural highlights with hands-on local experiences.
You arrive through a green gate onto a gravel drive, cypress silhouettes sliding past as late-afternoon light warms the stone of Villa CasaVecchia. Inside, wood-fired ovens hum, a harp tucks into the corner, and vineyards press their scent into the air—this is rural Tuscany experienced at villa pace.
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Operated by Retreat Square · Florence, Tuscany
You arrive through a green gate onto a gravel drive, cypress silhouettes sliding past as late-afternoon light warms the stone of Villa CasaVecchia. Inside, wood-fired ovens hum, a harp tucks into the corner, and vineyards press their scent into the air—this is rural Tuscany experienced at villa pace.
The region between Florence and Siena carries layers of history: Etruscan hill towns, medieval city-states, and patchworked vineyards shaped by Pliocene-era rolling hills. Geology here produces well-drained clay-limestone soils that favor olive trees and vines; culturally, the itinerary mixes market mornings and museum passes with hands-on food traditions—pasta and pizza workshops, olive-oil tastings, and a truffle hunt guided by local dogs and foragers who read the woods like old maps.
Expect daily rhythms of sunrise yoga, guided day trips to Florence, Siena, Volterra, and a coastal detour to Cinque Terre, then evenings at the villa for multi-course dinners and regional wines. The experience is social but paced—walkable village centers, short drives, and gentle woodland treks for truffle hunting rather than technical hikes.
Practical notes: pack sturdy walking shoes and layered clothing for variable coastal-to-hill microclimates, bring a small daypack and reusable water bottle, and allow for early wake-ups on full-day excursions. Dietary preferences are typically accommodated with advance notice; the program includes most meals and transfers. This retreat is ideal for travelers seeking a culturally rich, food-forward week without strenuous logistics—prepare to trade hurried sightseeing for deep local moments.
Yes—airport transportation from Florence is included as part of the retreat’s arrival and departure transfers.
Most meals are included: breakfasts, several lunches and seven dinners are listed, plus tastings and workshops noted in the itinerary.
The property and some transportation options are described as wheelchair accessible, but individual accessibility of historic sites visited may vary—ask for specifics before booking.
All sales are final according to the provider—no refunds are available for cancellations, so purchase travel insurance if needed.
Retreat Square operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You arrive through a green gate onto a gravel drive, cypress silhouettes sliding past as late-afternoon light warms the stone of Villa CasaVecchia. Inside, wood-fired ovens hum, a harp tucks into the corner, and vineyards press their scent into the air—this is rural Tuscany experienced at villa pace.
You arrive through a green gate onto a gravel drive, cypress silhouettes sliding past as late-afternoon light warms the stone of Villa CasaVecchia. Inside, wood-fired ovens hum, a harp tucks into the corner, and vineyards press their scent into the air—this is rural Tuscany experienced at villa pace.
The region between Florence and Siena carries layers of history: Etruscan hill towns, medieval city-states, and patchworked vineyards shaped by Pliocene-era rolling hills. Geology here produces well-drained clay-limestone soils that favor olive trees and vines; culturally, the itinerary mixes market mornings and museum passes with hands-on food traditions—pasta and pizza workshops, olive-oil tastings, and a truffle hunt guided by local dogs and foragers who read the woods like old maps.
Expect daily rhythms of sunrise yoga, guided day trips to Florence, Siena, Volterra, and a coastal detour to Cinque Terre, then evenings at the villa for multi-course dinners and regional wines. The experience is social but paced—walkable village centers, short drives, and gentle woodland treks for truffle hunting rather than technical hikes.
Practical notes: pack sturdy walking shoes and layered clothing for variable coastal-to-hill microclimates, bring a small daypack and reusable water bottle, and allow for early wake-ups on full-day excursions. Dietary preferences are typically accommodated with advance notice; the program includes most meals and transfers. This retreat is ideal for travelers seeking a culturally rich, food-forward week without strenuous logistics—prepare to trade hurried sightseeing for deep local moments.