EXPERIENCE OF CHIANTI Il Borgo Di Vèscine

Tuscany, is by far the region with the highest number of museums and art spots in Italy. As it stands, Italy has more than 50% of the world’s ancient art and Tuscany itself has a huge part of that. In the Chianti area, our guests are in the heart of all the best attractions. A few kilometres from Both Florence and Siena, Borgo di Vescine can arrange and suggest some of the most astonishing and enjoyable tours in the best cultural spots. We will refer and propose some of the best and interesting adorning events in the most delightful towns. A once in a lifetime affair. Private tours and visits to Florence: Uffizi Gallery, The Duomo, and Boboli Gardens. Private tours and visits to Siena: From Piazza del campo to all the monuments and piazzas in and around this ancient city. Tours to San Gimignano, Arezzo, Volterra. These are just some examples of the many tours our guests can Cover, thanks to our helpful and knowledgeable staff at Borgo Di Vescine. Guests may also book tickets for the best events such as The ancient Palio, concerts, theatre shows and other cultural happenings.

At the reception, guests can find maps and itineraries to walk and trek around the 100 acres of the property. For adventure people, they can explore medieval walks road, discovered in old maps. For lovers of bicycle rides, we have a special itinerary you can explore on two wheels. All information available at Reception.

Think of active meditation and breathing exercises. An hour, fully dedicated to the most important element of our daily life that we take for granted: the breathing. A unique experience where guests are in contact with nature, guided by our “holistic leader”. A joyful lesson of harmony and soul satisfaction. Please ask reception staff for full information.

Live like a farmer for a few hours right here at the Borgo and see what Tuscany has to offer: Olive oil. The most iconic product that these lands produce, is the extra virgin olive oil and you can do that with our old farmer Bruno. Bruno will let you in on the secrets that he has known for nearly 80 years. Secrets that have been passed down for centuries and are still practiced to this very day. Go to the olive grove with our wise man and see the fruits of your labor and be rewarded come “crush” time in November.

If you love horse riding or you just want to experience this lovely way to pass the time amongst uncontaminated nature, we are happy to suggest a spot close to Borgo Di Vescine where you can hop on a saddle and ride with an instructor through some of the best untouched land.

There’s no better way to discover the beauty and the abundance of this beautiful region, like a good old fashion bike ride. By riding, you will discover how the real Chianti area in all its glory. On guest request we will provide our bicycles and get information on the “Eroica vintage race” which is the most important annual event on two wheels.

This iconic Italian scooter is guaranteed fun for all guests. We will be glad to provide you the best and quickest way to see exquisite medieval towns as well as the best that the Chianti area has to offer. The hidden chapels, the best little refreshment shacks, all by hopping on the Vespa, the coolest scooter in the world. You will feel like you’re in a movie.