Italy: The Tuscan Hills
Cypress lanes, hill towns, and a long lunch every day.
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Two weeks living in one Tuscan farmhouse, with day trips to Florence, Siena and the hill towns, and evenings that start with the local wine.
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From the founder
Why we love Italy
Gordon
Ireland has been one of the most in-demand programs in our travel community. So what is it about Ireland that captivates the imagination of so many of us?
The humour and charm of the Irish people is certainly part of it, as well as the subconscious pull of heritage for those of us with Irish descendants. And of course there are the landscapes, and that marvellous, iridescent shade of green that covers the hills dotted with sheep.
It's that green that stands out most to me. There is something about the aliveness in those shades that speaks to the mysterious allure of Ireland, where the stories of the fae and other elemental energies have seeped into the landscapes and communities across the island. To hear it from the Irish, they are not just stories; they are often presented more as memories.
Perhaps Ireland is one of those places where you can reawaken that child-like sense of wonderment that, just maybe, there really is magic out there in the world. After all, this is why we travel, is it not?
Upcoming departures
Italy: The Tuscan Hills
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The moments
Six moments to look forward to
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01
Florence
The Duomo, the Uffizi, and the view from Piazzale Michelangelo at sunset.
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02
San Gimignano
A medieval skyline of stone towers above the vineyards.
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03
A Tuscan table
Pecorino, salumi, olive oil and Chianti, straight from the farms around us.
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04
Siena
The shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and its striped cathedral.
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05
Pienza
A Renaissance town famous for its pecorino.
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06
A cooking class
Fresh pasta with a local nonna, then eating the results.
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Memories from past trips
In their words
What past travellers said
- Rated by 27 members who travelled this trip
- Solo traveler favorite
- 11 repeat travelers
Two weeks in one place was exactly right. We felt like locals by the end.
The farmhouse was lovely and the food was better.
I didn't want to come home.
Practicalities
Things you'll want to know
Why stay in one place?
No packing and unpacking. You get to know the village, and the village gets to know you.
Can I skip a day trip?
Of course. The pool and the terrace are there for exactly that.
Will there be wine?
Yes. Chianti, Brunello and Vino Nobile, mostly with dinner.
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