Days
1-2 Gaiole in Chianti
Meet in Florence
Enjoy a walking tour of Florence followed by a
professional cooking course and lunch
Stay at the magnificent Castello di Tornano, former
home to the Ricasoli family
Amble from castle to castle along wooded trails and
through stone villages and orderly vineyards
Explore the sleepy village of Gaiole in Chianti, a
local center for wine production
Prepare dinner together with a local chef, sampling
the best vintages of Chianti Classico from the
Tornano vineyards.
Day 3 Radda in Chianti
Hike the heart of the Chianti region to historic
Radda, where time stands still
Take a break from your hike for a delicious picnic
on the grounds of a farmhouse, surrounded by
vineyards and olive groves
Shop for exquisite Tuscan ceramics at the renowned
Ceramiche Rampini
Step back in time as you prepare ancient Tuscan
recipes in the historic kitchen at Palazzo Leopoldo.
Days 4-6 Greve in Chianti
Linger in Volpaia’s quaint piazza before strolling
into the Monti del Chianti
Soak up views of the Arno and Arbia Valleys
After exploring the medieval hamlet of Montefioralle,
you have one last chance to show off your culinary
skills during a cooking class in the kitchen of a
private villa.
EXCLUSIVE VILLAS : Premiere Inns
Castello di Tornano (2 nights): This
spectacular 9th-century castle perched on a hill just outside of
Gaiole in Chianti features spacious guest rooms, a swimming pool
in the ancient moat, and in-room massage.
Palazzo Leopoldo (1 night): This
14th-century palatial townhouse is located in the historic
center of Radda in Chianti and features guest rooms that are
stylishly decorated with some of the estate’s original
furnishings.
Villa Vignamaggio (2 nights): Featuring
gardens, pools and tennis courts, a classic Tuscan villa nestled
in lush vineyards known for its award-winning wines.
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide
variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace
may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling
companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a
range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly
what and how much you want to do.
