1. Welcome to Southern Tuscany, Italy

Southern Tuscany stretches beyond the South of Sienna… This is an extraordinary land because of its beautiful landscape, rich history and delicious food. More than in the cities, it’s in the small towns and the Tuscan countryside that one can breathe the spirit of the medieval times. Visit our tour information on our site

2. Springtime Country Food Festivals

Tuscan villages, never allowing a year to pass without multiple celebrations, honor everything from truffles to thrush, olive oil to wine. These village festivals are called "sagre". It is a way for the villagers to gather in the "piazza" (the square) and enjoy the good times with lots of food, wine and music. Visit our cooking information on our site

3. Casa Innocenti Cooking Course Vacation

You will be personally invited to spend some time in one of the most beautiful, enchanting old homes in the village of Arcidosso, fantastically situated next to a castle atop the picturesque medieval village of Arcidosso. Being a special guest in this unique home, you will learn how to prepare dishes typical of Southern Tuscany and how to enjoy, recognize and appreciate its famous wines. Your Chef and personal host will be the charismatic owner of the home, Carlo Innocenti. Visit our cooking information on our site

4. Wine & Cultural Tour

Discover not Chianti but rather "best kept secret" wines like the lesser-known Morellino di Scansano, Tuscan rose’, the white wine of Pitigliano, as well as, the much-celebrated Brunello of the Montalcino area and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. You will be invited to wine tastings, see different wineries while learning about wine production and explore different wine towns. Visit our wine tour information on our site

5. Tuscan Villa Rentals

Villas, castles, city or village apartments and farmhouses throughout Tuscany at affordable weekly rates. You can discover the timeless beauty of Tuscany at your own leisure from you own "home". Visit our rentals information on our site

6. New Tuscan Active Tours: Cycling & Hiking

In a perfect world, life would be viewed from the seat of a bicycle spinning down a stunning cypress-lined road winding through lush vineyards, poppy fields and golden villas. The smell of fresh bread, stewing tomatoes and cappuccino would tickle your nose and with each exhilarating curve of the road, the buzz of spinning pedals and sparkling spokes would play a soothing tune in your heart. Cycling in Italy is the closest thing to heaven on earth. We invite you to come let your heart soar and your senses explode! Visit our cycling information on our site

7. Spas Abound in Tuscany

Tuscany is the region with more naturals spring than any other region in Italy. The Romans believed that there was nothing more stimulating and regenerating than bathing in hot water. Today many Italian spas retain the same beliefs of the Romans and combine it with a healthy diet, exercise, and relaxation. Visit our spa information on our site

8. Recipe for the Soul – La Cucina Povera Toscana

Tuscan Way cooking courses focus on the much acclaimed "Cucina Povera" the poor cuisine. It’s the peasant’s cuisine where centuries of creativity and limited international food supplies led Southern Tuscans to explore every imaginable ingredient and recipe combination that was readily available to them locally. The olive oil is made from the region’s own olive trees, the vegetables are from the local peasants’ gardens. The result: fresh, simple food full of flavor. Visit our recipes on our site

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