Tuscany
From the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is possibly the greatest repository of art in the world, from extraordinary paintings and sculpture to frescoes and architectural masterpieces.
From the Etruscans to the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is possibly the greatest repository of art in the world, from extraordinary paintings and sculpture to frescoes and architectural masterpieces.
Visitors to Tuscany come for many reasons. Many come in search of fine art, others to explore the extraordinary countryside. Gourmets and wine buffs descend on Tuscany to enjoy the simple yet wonderful cuisine and wine. Walkers enjoy the mountain paths, cyclists the rolling hills, summer vacationers the sea coast and islands. Students come to learn the beautiful Italian language and culture.
There is a lot to see and do in Tuscany, the difficulty is really where to start!
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Sarteano (Siena), Tuscany
Walking day tour with an enogastronomic twist! »
Take a leisurely walk in the countryside - and through the ages. Begin with a visit to one of central Italy's most ancient human settlements, dating back to the Bronze age; stop at a 14th century hermitage with a beautifully frescoed church; visit the charming hamlet Cetona; taste local extra-virgin olive oil and wine; visit a Franciscan convent - all in just one, leisurely walk!
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Valdorcia and Maremma (Siena and Grosseto), Tuscany
Horse Trekking holiday in Tuscany »
Travelling by horse can be one of the greatest joys for any nature lover. Our horse treks have a relaxed pace and are meant for those of you who want to discover and contemplate uncontaminated corners of Tuscany you wouldn't otherwise be able to reach - you'll be able to swim in cool, crystal clear rivers and bathe in steaming sulphurous hot springs, come across hidden hermitages surrounded by the silence of immense forests...and like an ancient pilgrim you'll lead your horse through the narrow streets of Medieval villages and climb up towards ancient castles...
Le Crete, Valdorcia and Valdichiana (Siena), Tuscany
Watercolor courses for beginners in Tuscany »
The gentle, rolling Tuscan landscape has always inspired artists from all over the world. So why not have a go at expressing your creativity and creating your very own little marsterpiece to take home with you as a souvenir? Elisabeth, a talented British artist who has been living and working here since 1997 holds fun and informal watercolor courses for beginners that are suitable for everyone - couples, groups of friends and families. She will provide you with everything you need and courses can be held either at her studio or, if you're renting a house, directly at your rented villa.
Montepulciano (Siena), Tuscany
Organic Cooking Course in Montepulciano »
Karin and Antonio, your hosts, restored their farmhouse in Montepulciano based on the principles of bioarchitecture. Having put so much passion and energy into creating a harmonious and sustainable environment for their guests, the idea of offering an organic cooking course seemed only natural.
