Enchanting Tuscany and Yoga Classes
May 17 - May 24
Cycle
Tuscany - cycling along enchanted medieval villages and towns,
discovering the healing waters of the hot springs, enjoying centuries of
art, and eating and drinking the best food and wine in Europe. The cycling
on this tour is moderate. Our longest day is not more than 27 miles. Our
goal is not only to cycle but to absorb the rich and romantic flavor of one
of the most beautiful areas of Italy.
DAY 1 Fri.
Depart USA to Italy.
DAY 2 Sat.
Arrival at Rome airport "Leonardo da Vinci" meeting at Concorde "C" lower
level in
front at the coffee shop at 11:30am. Depart Rome to Bagno Vignoni 2-1/2 hrs
drive
snacks and water on board. Let's start our journey…
Arrival at this beautiful 16th century country villa that will be our
residence for the next days. Accommodation in apartments; sharing living
room, kitchen and facilities.
Time to relax and dinner.
DAY 3
Sun.
Breakfast and departure for a visit to Pienza famous for
its unique architecture, birth of Renaissance city blueprint.
Sightseeing tour with English speaking guide then time on your own for lunch
and shopping.
Return to the villa and time to relax by the pool or join our first Yoga
class.
Welcome dinner in a local restaurant.
DAY
4 Mon.
Today after breakfast we will drive through the landscape
of Leonardo da Vinci to reach the town of Montalcino medieval town well
known since the 14th century
for the best red wine in the region, the famous Brunello wine.
Wine tasting with the owner of the vineyard and light lunch.
In the afternoon on the way back to the villa, stop for a visit to Sant'Antimo Abbey, Masterpiece of early Gothic architecture of the 11th century.
Time for another relaxing Yoga class before dinner at the
villa.
DAY 5 Tue.
Opportunity for Yoga class before breakfast and then
departure for Siena, one of the most beautiful and best preserved medieval
town.
Upon arrival we will have a walking sightseeing tour of the town and then time at leisure for your lunch and shopping.
In the afternoon an unforgettable experience of cooking
and learning the
ancient secret of Tuscan cosine followed by dinner with what you've
prepared.
DAY 6
Wed.
Breakfast and departure for a visit to San Gimignano the
town of the beautiful towers
Sightseeing tour then time on your own for lunch and shopping.
In the afternoon continue to Monteriggioni the smallest
village in Italy.
Return to the villa for another invigorating Yoga class and dinner.
DAY 7 Thu.
Opportunity for Yoga before breakfast and departure for a
full day to Florence.
Arrival and meet with our guide for a visit of the historical center that include:
- the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore Signoria square,
- the Academy of Fine Art where you can admire the David by Michelangelo
- Holy Cross church the pantheon of Italian artist.
Lunch on your own and time to shop for high quality
leather and goldsmith jewelry.
Return to the villa for dinner.
DAY 8 Fri.
Today is your relaxing day; get ready for an easy walk to
the swimming pool of Bagno Vignoni, where you can enjoy the hot springs as
the ancient roman use to do.
Time to stroll in the village and lunch on your own.
Walk back to the villa for the final Yoga class and dinner.
DAY 9 Sat.
Early departure to Rome airport in time to catch your
flight back home.
Have a safe and peaceful return home!
