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Flavors of Tuscany
October 02 - 10, 2025
Operated by Orbridge
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy seven nights deluxe accommodations at luxurious Castello La Leccia, an impressive property amidst the serene Tuscan landscape.
- Join hands-on culinary experiences with skilled chefs to learn the secrets of preparing traditional Tuscan cuisine and desserts.
- Explore must-see highlights, including the Etruscan ruins in Volterra, plus Pienza and Siena—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Tour the grounds of Podere Il Casale, an organic farm, and learn about the owners’ passion for the slow food movement.
- Wander within the walled medieval village of Monteriggioni—a city along the ancient pilgrim road of Via Francigena. Visit Abbadia a Isola to see the medieval abbey and then stroll around the charming hilltop village of Castellina in Chianti.
- Partake in a lively cooking class followed by a lovely dinner at Badia a Coltibuono, a historic winery with origins dating back to 1051.
- If you are interested in more information about this trip, please click on the “Reserve Now” button to be taken to the Orbridge website.
* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.
Flavors of Tuscany | Oct. 2 – 10, 2025
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