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Full day outings, our classic itineraries are designed Whether you plan to spend the day relaxing in the spa, for maximum ease and authentic experience. or jump start your morning on the tennis court, the following activities are always available at the Borgo. • Undiscovered Tuscany and the Crete Senese Monte Oliveto Maggiore, the Bosco della Ragnaia, • Cooking lessons and San Giovanni d’Asso • Wine tasting • Spa and gym • Wine and spirits in • Massage vineyards, Montalcino town center, Sant’Antimo • Yoga • Hiking and biking • Hill towns in the Val d’Orcia • Horseback riding San Quirico, , and

• Classico Other Pursuits Rada, Castellina, vineyards, and more From bird watching to searching out rare fashion • Italian elegance and 20th century history at finds, there is a likely a worthy diversion in the area. Villa La Foce, La Foce, the Val d’Orcia Please ask if you would like to pursue your hobby while visiting the Borgo. • Local flavors of exceptional quality gourmet touring, various locations • Golf • Hot air ballooning • Nature and nurture • Fashion/outlet shopping hiking and natural springs, • Craft/houseware shopping • Art/photography • Historical pageantry in

• , a city of the world In Season

Our staff will alert you of seasonal options and Other Destinations celebrations that will coincide. Possibilities include:

Popular destinations: Florence • Siena • Monte • Seasonal markets, street fairs Oliveto Maggiore • Montalcino • Sant’Antimo • San • Festivals and feasts Quirico • Bagno Vignoni • Pienza • Villa La Foce • • Historic reenactments Montepulciano • • Castellina in • Wine harvesting Chianti • • • San • Olive harvesting Gimignano • Volterra • Cortona • Arezzo • • Musical performances, opera

Chianciano Terme • Bolgheri • the •

Grosseto • Pisa • Lucca • Perugia • Assisi • Lake

Trasimeno

ANTICO BORGO FINOCCHIETO LOC. BIBBIANO 53022 (SI) TEL: 0577 80981 FAX: 0577 809019

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Select from the following to design your ideal sojourn in Tuscany. .…...... …………………………………………..………………………………………………… Classic Itineraries • Italian elegance and modern history at Villa La Foce: A beautifully kept estate with manicured We proudly propose the following tried and true Italianate gardens and breathtaking views of the Val favorites for you to combine for a customized d’Orcia, La Foce is also the home to American writer itinerary. Among the myriad possibilities, these are Iris Origo and her captivating story of occupation and our most popular for their mix of convenience and escape during World War II. As exclusive guests of allure. Choose one per day, or leave time for her daughter, Benedetta Origo, your visit to La Foce individual exploration as outlined in the following. includes a private tour and lunch at the estate.

• Undiscovered Tuscany in the Crete Senese: • Local flavors of exceptional quality: A long time Follow this classic Tuscan drive through the varied resident and friend to all, our valued tour guide is your hills, cliffs, and valleys of the Crete Senese, stopping ticket to the best of local production, whether that for doses of Renaissance art at the monastery of means touring a factory that ships famous Italian Monte Oliveto, local flavor at the tiny town of sweets around the world, mingling with the sheep at a , meditation in the hidden sculpture garden small beautifully-sited Pecorino farm, or visiting a of the Bosco della Ragnaia, and gourmet delight at frantoio during the olive harvest. The possibilities are San Giovanni d’Asso, ’s white truffle capital. as varied as the landscape, the quality consistent.

• Wine and spirits in Montalcino: This beautiful • Nature and nurture: Nearby Bagno Vignoni and town has grown to fame in the past fifty years for what Bagno San Filippi are renowned for the quality of many consider Italy’s greatest red, Brunello, but it was their sulfuric spring water that bubbles naturally to an important stop on the pilgrimage route even in the the surface. These warm pools make for a refreshing days of Charlemagne. Spend a day touring vineyards swim after a hike in the beautiful surrounding hills and tasting the local specialty in this charming hilltop and give Bagno Vignoni the most unique central town before venturing to the thousand-year-old abbey piazza in Italy, a pool of steaming water. at Sant’Antimo for Gregorian chanting. • Historical pageantry in Siena: No visit to the area • Hill towns in the Val d’Orcia: Wind your way would be complete without wandering the perfectly through the picturesque, cypress-studded roads of this kept medieval streets of Siena. A lively neighborhood famous river valley with hills punctuated by the culture has ruled for nearly a thousand years in the medieval towns of Montepulciano, Pienza, and San name of distinct “contrade,” who compete in the semi- Quirico. With medieval and Renaissance history, annual Palio horse race. Siena offers captivating local plenty of distinct local culture, and opportunities to history and culture and outstanding medieval art and sample local products like Pecorino di Pienza and architecture. Tours vary based on the group’s interest. Vino Nobile di Motepulciano, these towns offer something to suit every interest. • Florence, a city of the world: Shop the leather market and visit the leather school in the monastery at • Chianti Classico: Few words so capture the Santa Croce. Follow the history of western art at the imagination of the Italian traveler as does “chianti.” world-famous galleries of the Accademia and the The well-known hills and wine towns of that district Ufizzi. Marvel at the achievement of Renaissance have hosted travelers for centuries. Visit Radda and architect Filippo Brunelleschi as you climb the dome Castellina in Sienese Chianti Classico, sampling local of the Duomo. Whatever your choice, our guides will vintages and perhaps shipping a few favorites home. make Florence come alive for you.

ANTICO BORGO FINOCCHIETO LOC. BIBBIANO 53022 BUONCONVENTO (SI) TEL: 0577 80981 FAX: 0577 809019

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With our enviably central location, the desires of a The following activities are available any time from the group will far outmatch the time to accomplish convenience of our facility: everything. It may be advisable to include a free day for individuals to set out on day trips, or our staff is • Cooking lessons: Learn a few secrets to take home. available to help you plan a group excursion not on Chef Luigi Ricci joins us in his home the itinerary list. The following destinations are after twenty years under world famous Paul Bocuse in reachable in two hours or less: Lyons, . His counterpart Chef Lynn McNeely brings a light touch and Slow Food expertise to Borgo Monte Oliveto Maggiore 13 km • Montalcino 18 km • cuisine. Join them in the kitchen garden to choose San Quirico 21 km • Bagno Vignoni 27 km • Abbazia fresh vegetables and herbs. Then gather in our state Sant'Antimo 28 km • Pienza 31 km • Villa La Foce 35 of the art kitchen for a crash course in Tuscan cuisine km • Siena 38 km • Montepulciano 44 km • and of course, to enjoy the fruits of your labor. 47 km • Monteriggioni 52 km • 59 km • Cortona 69 km • Radda • Wine tasting: Gather in our wine tasting room and in Chianti 71 km • Grosseto 75 km • Lake Trasimeno cellar where our expert palate and vintner, Annalisa 75 km • Greve in Chianti 78 km • 80 Tempestini walks you through your choice of wines, km • Maremma 80 km • Volterra 83 km • Arezzo 83 bringing you the best of Italy. Learn about the up and • Perugia 103 • Florence 108 • Assisi 124 • Bolgheri coming Bolgheri vintages or return home better 130 • Pisa 143 • Lucca 173 • (comparison chart on grounded in the great triumvirate of Tuscan reds: last page) Brunello, Chianti Classico, and Vino Nobile.

We are on hand to make suggestions, • Spa and Gym: Our sixty foot elliptical pool, tennis recommendations, and reservations as desired. and basketball court, bocce court, spa with Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, and cold plunge, and fully equipped, state of the art exercise facility offer you a range of ways to challenge and ease your muscles.

• Massage: In room massage is available variety of styles. Please discuss your preferences in advance.

• Yoga: We are happy to arrange yoga instruction.

• Biking and Hiking: Use our suggested trails or set off on your own. We also arrange full day hiking or biking trips complete with recommended stopping points, meals, and other points of interest. All trips include notes on difficulty, elevation, and distance.

• Horseback riding: Horseback riding is available for a variety of skill levels in close proximity to the Borgo, as are carriage tours of the surrounding hills.

ANTICO BORGO FINOCCHIETO LOC. BIBBIANO 53022 BUONCONVENTO (SI) TEL: 0577 80981 FAX: 0577 809019

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Other Pursuits In Season

Removed from the constant whirl of daily life, the Italians are experts at finding things to celebrate. Our Borgo provides the perfect opportunity to pursue staff will alert you of seasonal options and celebrations those activities that make one happiest. Whatever that will coincide with your visit. Possibilities include: your hobby, there is likely a way to partake in our region. Please ask our staff in advance if you do not • Seasonal markets, street fairs, weekly see yours listed. • Festivals and feasts, year round • Historic reenactments, year round • Golf: There are multiple golf courses within a one • Wine harvesting, early fall to two hour drive from the Borgo. Please discuss with • Olive harvesting, late fall our staff ahead of time for recommendations and • Musical performances and opera, year round, most reservations. Directions will be provided. frequently in the summer

• Hot air ballooning: Morning champagne flights available. Please inquire into this possibility as far in advance as possible. As always at Borgo Finocchieto, we are here to make sure your experience in Tuscany is the best possible. Please let us know • Fashion/outlet shopping: For many, no trip to if there is something yet unmentioned you would like to Italy is complete without a dose of moda italiana. Use explore. The best of Tuscany awaits. The only thing you will our guide to locate the difficult to find Prada outlet in want is more time. Levane, or hit “The Mall” to find great deals from Armani, Gucci, Tods, Loro Piano, and more all in one place. Outlets are approximately one hour from the Borgo.

• Craft/houseware shopping: Italy abounds in flawlessly made artisanal products. Our shopping guide lists opportunities to buy linens, crystal, ironworks, pottery and more. There is also a wealth of antique markets in the region. Ask ahead for the best option coinciding with your stay. Many producers and vendors are within an hour’s drive of the Borgo.

• Art/photography: The Borgo itself hosts sweeping views and perfect vignettes enough to challenge and inspire artists, from fledgling to the most gifted. Add in the surrounding area and artists will find a lifetime of subject matter. Discuss your preferences with our team, who are sure to provide you with suggestions for beautiful views and perfect light, as well as the practicalities of procuring more supplies, etc.

ANTICO BORGO FINOCCHIETO LOC. BIBBIANO 53022 BUONCONVENTO (SI) TEL: 0577 80981 FAX: 0577 809019

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Comparative distance from Borgo. All distances are noted in miles.

ANTICO BORGO FINOCCHIETO LOC. BIBBIANO 53022 BUONCONVENTO (SI) TEL: 0577 80981 FAX: 0577 809019