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A Woman’s Journey Through Florence & Southern Tuscany
Florence, Italy
Duration: 7 days
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Woman’s Journey Through Florence & Southern Tuscany

Introduction
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7 Days | 6 Nights

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An immersive journey blending art, personal style, gastronomy, wine, and restorative wellness — designed for women who travel with intention.

Experience Florence and Southern Tuscany through a thoughtfully curated itinerary that celebrates influential women, Italian style, and authentic village life. Enjoy guided tours, artisan workshops, wine tastings, hands-on cooking, and restorative wellness, all set against the backdrop of Tuscany’s art, history, and breathtaking landscapes.

Art, Style & Wellness

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At a glance

Day 1 - Arrival in Florence: Welcome & Connection

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Arrive in Florence and Welcome Dinner

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Arrive in Florence

Arrive in Florence and check in to the elegant Palazzo Castri Hotel, your refined base for the next three nights.
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Palazzo Castri Hotel

Check in to the elegant Palazzo Castri Hotel, your refined base for the next three nights.
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Meet your tour leader and fellow travelers

Meet your tour leader and fellow travelers before gathering for a beautifully curated welcome dinner — the perfect introduction to the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of Tuscany.
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Welcome Dinner

Gather for a beautifully curated welcome dinner — the perfect introduction to the rhythm, flavor, and spirit of Tuscany.

Day 2 - Florence: The Women Who Made the City

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Explore Florence Through Influential Women

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Thematic guided walking tour through Florence’s historic center

Thematic guided walking tour through Florence’s historic center.
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Visits to women-led artisan workshops

Visits to women-led artisan workshops.
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Guided entry to Santa Maria Novella

Guided entry to Santa Maria Novella.
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Reflective coaching walk through the Boboli Gardens

Reflective coaching walk through the Boboli Gardens.
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Immersive experience weaving history, creativity, and reflection

This immersive experience weaves together history, creativity, and personal reflection.

Day 3 - Florence: Fashion, Color & the Ferragamo Legacy

Day 3 - Florence: Fashion, Color & the Ferragamo Legacy image

Discover Italian Style and Ferragamo Heritage

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Personal color analysis session with a professional stylist

Personal color analysis session with a professional stylist.
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One-on-one styling guidance

One-on-one styling guidance.
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Curated walk through Florence’s finest artisan boutiques

Curated walk through Florence’s finest artisan boutiques.
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Skip-the-line entrance to the Ferragamo Museum

Skip-the-line entrance to the Ferragamo Museum.
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Aperitif to close the afternoon in true Italian fashion

Aperitif to close the afternoon in true Italian fashion.
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Explore how color, craftsmanship, and confidence come together in the heart of Italian fashion heritage.

Explore how color, craftsmanship, and confidence come together in the heart of Italian fashion heritage.

Day 4 - Siena, Montalcino & the Tuscan Coast

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Explore Siena, Montalcino, and the Tuscan Coast

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Depart Florence by private transfer

Depart Florence by private transfer as the landscape shifts to rolling golden hills.
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Skip-the-line guided visit to Siena Cathedral

Skip-the-line guided visit to the magnificent Siena Cathedral.
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Lunch and Brunello wine tasting at Casato Prime Donne

Lunch and Brunello wine tasting at Casato Prime Donne in Montalcino — a celebrated female-led winery.
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Hotel Riva Toscana Resort

Arrive in Follonica at the Hotel Riva Toscana Resort, where the evening is yours to unwind by the Tyrrhenian coast.

Day 5 - Hilltop Villages & Tuscan Cooking

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Tuscan Cooking and Hilltop Village Exploration

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Journey inland to Pitigliano and Sorano

Journey inland to the dramatic tufa stone villages of Pitigliano and Sorano, carved into volcanic rock.
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Hands-on Tuscan cooking class with local experts

Hands-on Tuscan cooking class with local experts.
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Learn traditional recipes rooted in cucina povera

Learn traditional recipes rooted in cucina povera.
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Enjoy the meal you prepare together

Enjoy the meal you prepare together.
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Free time to explore medieval alleyways and panoramic viewpoints

Free time to explore medieval alleyways and panoramic viewpoints.
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Discover artisan shops and local specialties

Discover artisan shops and local specialties.
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A day rich in flavor, history, and authentic village life

A day rich in flavor, history, and authentic village life.
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Follonica

Overnight: Follonica

Day 6 - Thermal Wellness & Farewell Under the Stars

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Thermal Baths, Hilltop Village, and Farewell Dinner

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Terme di Sassetta thermal experience

Relax in the serene thermal waters nestled in the Tuscan hills. Warm mineral baths and woodland surroundings offer pure restoration.
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Visit to Castagneto Carducci

A gentle stop in this charming hilltop village overlooking the Etruscan Coast — perfect for strolling, photography, or lingering over coffee.
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Farewell Dinner

Celebrate your journey with a memorable farewell dinner in a stunning coastal setting — Bolgheri, Populonia, or Baratti — selected for seasonal beauty and ambiance.
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Follonica

Overnight: Follonica

Day 7 - Return to Florence & Fond Farewell

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Private Transfer and Farewell Gift in Florence

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Private transfer back to Florence

After breakfast, private transfer back to Florence.
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Tour leader accompanies for seamless departure

Your tour leader accompanies you to ensure a seamless departure. Each traveler receives a curated farewell gift — a keepsake to carry the memory of Tuscany home.

Map

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1. Florence

Florence, Italy

2. Palazzo Castri Hotel

Piazza dell'Indipendenza, 7, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

3. Santa Maria Novella

Piazza di Santa Maria Novella, 18, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

4. Boboli Gardens

Piazza de' Pitti, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy

5. Ferragamo Museum

Piazza di Santa Trinita, 5R, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy

6. Siena Cathedral

Piazza del Duomo, 8, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

7. Casato Prime Donne

Località Casato, 17, 53024 Montalcino SI, Italy

8. Hotel Riva Toscana Resort

Via della Dogana, 1, 58022 Follonica GR, Italy

9. Pitigliano

Pitigliano, 58017 GR, Italy

10. Sorano

Sorano, 58010 GR, Italy

11. Terme di Sassetta

Via Campagna Sud, 143, 57020 Sassetta LI, Italy

12. Castagneto Carducci

Castagneto Carducci, 57022 LI, Italy

13. Bolgheri

Bolgheri, 57022 Castagneto Carducci LI, Italy

14. Populonia

Populonia, 57025 Piombino LI, Italy

15. Baratti

Baratti, 57025 Piombino LI, Italy

16. Follonica

Follonica, 58022 GR, Italy

Tour inclusions & exclusions

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Price: $ USD

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What's included

Accommodation

  • 6 nights accommodation

    • 3 nights in Florence (Palazzo Castri Hotel)

    • 3 nights at Hotel Riva Toscana Resort (Follonica)

  • Daily breakfast

Guided Experiences & Activities

  • Welcome dinner in Florence

  • Thematic guided walking tour in Florence

  • Visits to women-led artisan workshops

  • Guided entry to Santa Maria Novella

  • Reflective coaching walk in the Boboli Gardens

  • Personal color analysis session with professional stylist

  • One-on-one styling consultation

  • Curated artisan boutique experience

  • Skip-the-line entrance to the Ferragamo Museum

  • Skip-the-line guided visit to Siena Cathedral

  • Lunch and Brunello wine tasting at Casato Prime Donne (Montalcino)

  • Hands-on Tuscan cooking class

  • Entrance to Terme di Sassetta thermal spa

  • Farewell dinner at a selected coastal location

Transportation

  • Private transfers throughout the itinerary

  • Private transfer from Florence to Southern Tuscany

  • Private return transfer to Florence at the end of the program

Other Services

  • Tour leader assistance throughout the journey

  • Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary

  • Farewell gift for each traveler

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Not Included

  • International and domestic flights

  • Airport transfers (unless specifically requested)

  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

  • Personal expenses (shopping, additional spa treatments, minibar, etc.)

  • Optional activities not listed in the program

  • Travel insurance (strongly recommended)

  • Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff