Tuscan Life Week
13th to 19th October 2025
A Week of Fun, Flavour and Culture in the Heart of Tuscany
Escape to the timeless beauty of rural Tuscany for an unforgettable six-night retreat at Casa Ezio Marchi - a 17th Century stone farmhouse nestled among olive groves and rolling hills. This immersive week combines authentic local experiences, rich cultural excursions, and delicious Tuscan cuisine. Each day offers a perfect blend of leisure, discovery and connection - all designed to give you a true taste of Tuscan life.
The Week Schedule
Day 1
Benvenuti! Arrive at Casa Ezio Marchi and settle into your elegant en-suite room.
Enjoy a welcome aperitivo followed by a delicious Tuscan dinner shared with fellow guests.
Day 2
Explore the iconic wine regions of Montepulciano and Montalcino. Visit two prestigious wineries and sample the world-renowned Vino Nobile and Brunello. Wander the charming historic streets, enjoy a relaxed lunch, and end the day with dinner at the villa.
Day 3
Head into the woods for a morning truffle hunt with a local guide and dogs. Enjoy a picnic lunch outdoors. In the evening, join your host Anna for a truffle-themed cooking class and shared dinner using the truffles you found that morning.
Day 4
Spend the day in the UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Val d’Orcia. Stroll through Pienza, famed for its Renaissance architecture and pecorino cheese. Visit the enchanting La Foce Gardens, then dine in the picturesque village of Monticchiello.
Day 5
Join in the olive harvest on the villa’s land, using traditional nets and baskets. Visit the local frantoio (olive mill) to see how olio nuovo is produced and taste it with fresh bread. Lunch at the villa, then visit the medieval villages of Trequanda, Montisi, and Castelmuzio. Dinner in Montisi.
Day 6
Explore Siena’s magnificent old town. Highlights include the Palazzo Pubblico with its famous frescoes, the soaring Duomo, and Piazza del Campo. Visit a Contrada museum to discover the stories behind the legendary Palio horse race.
Final celebration dinner at the villa – a festive pizza night using the old brick oven.
Day 7
Arrivederci! A leisurely breakfast and fond farewells. Depart with lasting memories of Tuscany’s beauty, flavour, and charm.