AUTUMN IN TUSCANY, FALL 2025

Join us for six nights in this private, luxuriously-restored 8-bedroom, 9-bathroom villa in the glorious  Chianti countryside. Surrounded by 32 acres of private garden and evergreen forest, swaying cypresses and olive groves. A haven of peace away from the city, yet only 8 km to the center of Florence, you can see Brunelleschi's dome while sipping your morning cappuccino! Breathtaking views from every angle, this villa is the epitome of style and grace, offering Old World charm with all the modern amenities and sumptuous furnishings.

Need to burn off some pasta? There's also a tennis court and bocce court!
 

In autumn as the crowds begin to thin and the weather relaxes into a comfortable temperature, it’s the perfect time to enjoy winetasting, truffle season, and visiting beautiful Italian towns and villages. We'll experience authentic Tuscan life on our daily excursions before returning to our beautiful villa, enjoying an aperitivo from one of the the many serene outdoor spaces on this extraordinary estate as our private chef prepares amazing dinners from scratch that will stay with you forever.
 

INCLUDED
- 6 nights’ luxury accommodations in a stunning private villa, La Tavernaccia
- All meals and drinks at the villa

- All meals and drinks enjoyed in local restaurants, including gratuities
- Welcome aperitivo celebration
- Gourmet meals prepared by fabulously talented private chef
- Round-trip transportation from/to Florence*
- All transport with private driver while staying at the villa
- Open bar at the villa including wine, spirits, and beer
- Excursions with private guide to Tuscan towns such as Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, and several villages in the Chianti

- Two visits to very special family wineries…one with lunch!
- Farewell pizza party
- Heated swimming pool
 

 Not Included
Airfare, gratuities for villa staff and private drivers (discretionary), one lunch, personal purchases, travel insurance (strongly recommended to protect your deposit and final payment).
 

PRICING
$5,700 per person double occupancy (double room with ensuite bath)
Single supplement $1,500 (only two rooms available for this)
 

$1,500 non-refundable deposit per person due at booking; balance due July 5, 2025.
 

Hosted by Lisa Cecconi, owner of Cecconi Travel. A dual Italian citizen, Lisa has over 30 years’ experience planning travel, overseas retreats and corporate events, and working closely with Italian businesses.
 

* If arriving from a different location this component is forfeited.
* Itinerary subject to slight changes depending upon availability, weather, group preferences.

SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 4, 2024

Join us for six nights in this private, luxuriously-restored 8-bedroom, 13th century church and farmhouse, surrounded by majestic hills, vineyards, and olive groves. Breathtaking views from every angle!

In autumn, the crowds begin to thin, making it the perfect season for enjoying winetasting and visiting beautiful cities like Assisi and Cortona.

Enjoy an aperitivo around the villa’s beautiful pool!

For the first time ever, one of our days will include your choice of 18 holes of golf or a spa day!

INCLUDED
- 6 nights’ accommodations in a luxury private villa, Chiesa del Carmine
- All meals and wine including gratuities, enjoyed at the villa or in local restaurants
- Welcome aperitivo celebration
- Gourmet meals prepared by private chef
- Round-trip transportation from/to Florence*
- All transport with private driver while staying at the villa
- Open bar at the villa including wine, spirits, and beer
- Excursions to local medieval Umbrian and Tuscan towns such as Assisi, Deruta, and Cortona with private guides and experiences
- Choice of round of golf at Antognolla, recognized by World Golf Awards as Italy’s best golf course – OR – spa day with full spa access + one treatment.
- Special private prosecco reception at an exclusive family jeweler in Cortona
- Truffle hunt on the estate followed by lunch with winetasting at the Villa’s winery
- Farewell make-your-own-pizza party led by a local pizzaiolo and villa staff
- Gorgeous heated swimming pool
- Bicycles at the villa
- Two sessions of glorious morning yoga (optional…we understand if you’d rather stay snuggled in bed).

Not Included
Airfare, villa staff gratuities, personal purchases, travel insurance (highly recommended)

PRICING
$4,650 – per person double occupancy (double room with ensuite bath)
$4,250 – per person single occupancy (single room, shared bath)
Single supplement $900 (single person in a double room; one room available for this)

$800 non-refundable deposit per person due at booking; final payment due June 28, 2024

Hosted by Lisa Cecconi, owner of Cecconi Travel. A dual Italian citizen, Lisa has over 30 years’ experience planning travel, retreats, corporate events, and working with Italian companies.

* If arriving from a different location this component is forfeited.
* Itinerary subject to slight changes depending upon availability, weather, group preferences.