Experience the secret pleasures and hidden treasures of Tuscany during your stay. With the assistance of the resident staff, you can design your itinerary to include areas of interest for a truly Insider's View of Tuscany. Just a sample:

  • Private and escorted tours of some of the many famous vineyards surrounding Greve, which is at the heart of the Chianti Classico region.
  • Cooking demonstration at Michelin Guide restaurant with lunch served following demonstration.
  • Cooking classes with renowned local chefs.
  • Escorted tours of Florence, Siena and the surrounding towns of Tuscany, such as San Gimignano, Volterra and Arezzo.
  • Dinner and Insider's discussion with local art historians and scholars.
  • Drawing or painting excursion with a local artist in a picturesque setting or enjoy etching lessons in a small private study.
  • Session of "old world" art embroidery with Anna of Il Giardino delle Essenze
  • Relaxing massage in your own room after a day of sightseeing, using the finest of creams and oils.

Greve is situated between Florence (25 km) and Siena (37 km) and is an ideal point of departure for visitors interested in exploring these two historic cities as well as the many picturesque villages of Tuscany

    And many, many more....

    Costs for these additional activities are not included in the listed rates and are payable as incurred.