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October 5, 2008 Chianti Cooking &
Tuscany Spa Retreat

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Luxury Women’s Travel
Chianti Cooking & Tuscany Spa Retreat
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Begin your journey by steeping in the romantic
beauty and history of Florence. You will then travel deep into the
Tuscany countryside to the forested area of Chianti where life is
tranquil and the views are endless. |
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Day 1 |
Welcome to Tuscany |
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Arrive in beautiful Florence
and settle into your room located near the historic area of
the city, then enjoy time on your own getting acquainted with
the surrounding shops and sights. You will be welcomed with a
relaxing dinner in your hotel. D
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Day 2 |
Florence, Close Up and Personal |
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Stroll
through Florence with your professional guide and explore its
glorious architecture and history. Transfer in the late
afternoon to Chianti to enjoy wine tasting at your vineyard
residence and regional cuisine in a nearby village. B
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Day 3 |
Chianti’s Meleto Castle |
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Leisurely
walk through the beautiful Chianti countryside to visit Meleto
Castle and enjoy wine tasting and lunch. Learn about olive oil
from a local producer before creating your regional dinner in
a country kitchen. B, L, D
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Day 4 |
Sensational Siena |
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Enjoy
another scenic walk with your Tuscan guide, visiting the
convent of Osservanza. After a leisurely lunch, continue into
Siena to enjoy a guided tour of this magnificent medieval
city, with time for shopping before returning to your
farmhouse for more cooking! D
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Day 5 |
Renaissance Pienza |
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Visit
the lively Montevarchi market in Chianti as you leave your
country residence then lose yourself in Pienza’s charm with
its beautiful duomo, breathtaking views and famous pecorino
cheese. From here, walk through the meandering countryside to
the luxurious Adler Thermae Spa Resort where you will stay for
the next three
nights. B, D |
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Day 6 |
Brunello Wines |
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Stroll
through beautiful olive orchards and vineyards, the setting
for our lunch and wine tasting in Casteldelpiano. Continue to
the 9th century Romanesque Sant’Antimo Abbey in time to hear
their Gregorian chants. B, L, D
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Day 7 |
Day at the Thermal Spa |
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Take
time to relax and enjoy your beautiful spa resort - complete
with indoor and outdoor thermal pools, herbal, salt or Finnish
steam sauna, Turkish bath, fitness center, and under-ground
salt bath! Enjoy a delicious farewell dinner in your panoramic
dining room. B, D
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Day 8 |
Arrivederci! |
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After breakfast, transfer to
Florence airport for your journey home. B
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B = Breakfast
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Your Tour Guide
Assisting Jan Acorn on this tour
is
Paolo, a native of Tuscany. Paolo loves to introduce this region of
Italy to visitors by sharing his knowledge of history, culture and
local traditions. He enjoys adventure travel in this free time, and
especially loves being around water of any type. |
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