Golf Wine and Castles

A Luxury Experience

DAY 1 
Afternoon: Arrival at Florence airports (any other airport may be arranged), meet & greet. Private transfer to your accommodation in an historical castle in the heart of Chianti
Dinner at restaurant and overnight.
DAY 2
Morning - Golfers: Golf round at Ugolino Golf Club, the oldest golf club in Italy; today it is set in one of the most spectacular golf courses. Deeply set in the Tuscan countryside, amongst olive trees, cypresses and rose bushes. It is a demanding course due to the uneven ground, obstacles and the small and well protected greens.
Non-golfer - Pleasurable stroll at The Mall, this is a gallery of select, top luxury brands and quality merchandise including:Alexander McQueen, Armani Jeans, Bottega Veneta, Emanuel Ungaro, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Hogan, La Perla, Marni, Pucci, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sergio Rossi, Tod's, Valentino, Yves Saint Laurent.
Afternoon - Golfer & Non-golfer: Private transfer to Florence. A walking Tour of Florence that represents a trip through two thousand years of history. Our guide will know how to lead you through the medieval narrow lanes of the city, telling you amusing anecdotes of the famous people who enlivened life at that time. Dinner at leisure in Florence.
Return to Hotel for overnight
DAY 3 
Morning - Visit the Chianti region and its beautiful castles and cellars.
Guded tour of Brolio Castle, which dates back to the 11th century and has belonged to the Ricasoli family since 1141, You will discover a good part of the family’s history. The castle as it is today, in the centre of a vast estate that extends over hundreds of hectares, The tour takes you to the park and the magnificent Italian garden, to the chapel with the family tombs and to the Ricasoli collection, .
Light lunch at "Osteria del Castello" , this restaurant tells a story of aromas and flavours from Tuscan tradition, particularly the Chianti area, where local seasonal ingredients are treated with elegance.
Afternoon - Time at leisure to visit Castellina in Chianti, a small charming Chianti village.
Before coming back to the hotel stop at Castello di Meleto, erected on the edge of a hill, this marvellous castle comes out in the captivating countryside of Chianti, at the end of a wide track lined with ancient cypresses. The origin of the Castle of Meleto comes back from the 11th century.Today this castle hosts the cellar and the wine lounge where you can taste its magnificent wines.
Return transfer to the hotel and dinner at leisure.
 

DAY 4
Morning - Check out and private transfer to Siena. Guided tour of this amazing city, well-known for having successfully preserved the remarkable harmony of its urban planning as well as its centuries-old traditions. Its image is that of the Piazza del Campo and small medieval streets filled with tourists from all over the world who have come to admire the beautiful cathedral and other wonderful artworks or to savor the delicious flavors of traditional Senese food. 
Lunch in a traditional restaurant.
Afternoon - Free time in Siena. Transfer to Montalcino and accommodation in suite in an exclusive Tuscan castle, famous for being one of the best known wine label and for its enchanting location surrounded by 7,100 undulating acres of vineyards and olive groves near Montalcino.
Dinner at leisure and overnight
 

DAY 5 
Morning - Private transfer to Crete area. Enjoy the wonderful landscapes of Crete Senesi and its brilliant colours, discover the small villages rich in history such as Pienza, Montepulciano or San Quirico d’Orcia. Your guide will introduce you to the secret of this hidden corner of Tuscany
Lunch at leisure
Afternoon - Visit the cellars of Castello Banfi, one of the most famous Brunello Di Montalcino producers, and wine tasting.
Transfer to the hotel, dinner at leisure and overnight
 

DAY 6
Morning - Check out from the hotel and private transfer to Maremma area.
Lunch at the hotel restaurant, The kitchen has the cosy, informal atmosphere of a domestic kitchen and leads to an intimate dining room with a pretty stone fireplace and from there to a superb veranda overlooking the park, the chapel and the crystal-clear water of a romantic swimming pool.
Afternoon - Relax at the hotel Spa. Enjoy an afternoon pampering yourself, each spa programme is associated with a particular kind of cake or mousse and special teas or herbal infusions that complement the treatment itself. Choose one of the body and facial treatments .
Dinner at leisure.
DAY 7
Morning Golfers Private transfer to Gavorrano and round at Golf Club Toscana. The Golf Club Toscanawas founded in 1999 and was designed by Keith Preston. 18 Holes, par 71. Due to own water reservoirs our fairways present themselves all year long in a perfect shape even in the hottest summer days. Experienced players will enjoy the natural course with the great panoramic views at the seaside of Elba island. The greens are very tricky and one must pay attention to the various bunkers which protect them.
Non-Golfers - Relaxing morning at the hotel 
Afternoon: Time at leisure 
Dinner at leisure and overnight
 

DAY 8:
Check-out, private transfer to Rome airport (other airports may be arranged).

Tour 8 days – 7 nights Tuscany Golf, Wine & Castle 2011
Rate starting from Euro 7500,00 per person in Junior suite
The rate may change according to the availability and the chosen period. Price valid with minimum 2 pax

PRICE INCLUDING:
- Meet & Greet at arrival at the airport of Florence
- Lodging in a junior suite for 7 nights in two luxury castles and a luxury country resort
- 2 rounds of golf with pre-booked tee-times
- 3 exclusive visit of the cellars and wine tastings
- 3 lunches and 2 dinners in selected restaurants
- 1 SPA experience
- Guided visit of Firenze
- Guided visit of Siena
- Guided Tour of Crete
- Chauffeur driven service for all ground transportation
- All local taxes
- Travel book
- Macana Golf&Leisure 24/7 Assistance