Ride in the glorious Tuscany countryside on fit, forward going, responsive horses. Visit historic sites of the region, riding through undulating terrain at a good pace to different atmospheric castles and enjoy the best Tuscan meals and wine in inspiring locations. With a superb stable of extremely fit, well schooled and reliable hunter style horses, stable staff to manage the details, very traditional accommodation equipped with all modern luxuries not to mention Italian warmth and hospitality this ride is unique in Europe and top class on every level.
No supplement if willing to share. Otherwise:
2010: £569/€649/$889
SAMPLE ITINERARY - CASTELLOS OF TUSCANY
Day 1
Arrival and pick up at 5.30 pm at the train station of Siena. Welcome drink and overnight at Castello di Tocchi.
Day 2 Depart from the stables for the village Casciano di Murlo. During the tour you can admire the Castello di Capraia. Picnic lunch is today at the Castello Poderina. In the afternoon we arrive at the hamlet Via Maggio where we leave our horses. Back by car and dinner at the Castello di Tocchi.
Day 3 Transfer by car back to the horses at Via Maggio and today we ride in a wide circle across the fortified medieval and Renaissance farms reaching the villages Ville di Corsano and Sant’Ansano. Lunch at Via Maggio. From here transfer to a wine tasting in a medieval fortress. Dinner is in a local restaurant and overnight back at the Castello.
Day 4 After yet another magnificent breakfast we drive to Via Maggio, and today we ride through the trails and roads typical of the area to arrive at the Castello di Montepescini for our extensive picnic lunch. After a short siesta we continue riding to the stables of the Castello di Tocchi.
Day 5 In the morning we ride to the mediaeval village of Iesa. Return to Castello di Tocchi for a light lunch with some good opportunities for canters en-route. After lunch travel to a Sardinian shepherd’s farmhouse, visit of the farmhouse with tasting of cheeses, make the famous pecorino and then, the wife of the shepherd may teach some Sardinian recipes. Dinner tonight will be Sardinian ravioli and roasted piglet or lamb and a lot more.
We arrive back at the Castelo late for another quiet overnight.
Day 6
Today’s destination is the romantic San Galgano Abbey. Ride through the forest and past ancient villages to arrive for a magnificent picnic set up in front of the partially restored 13th century Cistercian abbey. Visit the site, and take a short walk to the Chapel at Monte Siepi and hear the story of the Saint, the Sword, and the Stone. Ride back through the river, an experience the horses enjoy as much as the riders. Return to the Castello for a farewell dinner and final night.
Day 7 Depart for Sienna after breakfast
Please note: This itinerary is given for your guidance only and it may be altered in accordance with the prevailing conditions by the organising team.
The weight limit for this ride is 17 st/242 lb/110 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
The programme contains six nights in double rooms with private bathroom. On six days full board with Italian breakfast, lunch picnic or light meal in restaurants and three or four course dinner; incl. table wine, coffee and water, horse riding as described and English speaking guide. On arrival day dinner; on departure day breakfast. Luggage transfer during the week.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Getting to and from Sienna, drinks other than with meals and items of a personal nature. If you would like a transfer from Rome airport to Sienna the starting point, this can be arranged for an extra charge.
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