Onsite Experiences

Not only art and culture. Visiting the large and small historical centres is certainly the main element of a trip to Italy, or at least the most obvious.

However, you can devote time to other activities from Camporsevoli, decidedly more for recreation but still inevitably open to learning the different aspects of our country.

Outdoor sports offer perpective that are otherwise difficult to find and help to rediscover a reality of life and movement that we now tend to forget. A horse ride amid the crete of Val d'Orcia, a bike ride along the reclaimed land path between Chiusi and Arezzo, a walk to the Cross of Mount Cetona with a picnic, wild boar hunting in a private reserve, a boat ride on Lake Trasimeno or Lake Bolsena, far from the chaos of the city, whether it be large or small. But also immersing yourself in the underground aqueducts of Città della Pieve, rafting in the Marmore Falls, driving a Vespa between Montepulciano and Pienza, or riding up a mule path on a mountain bike.

 

"Immersing yourself in the underground aqueducts of Città della Pieve, rafting in the Marmore Falls, driving a Vespa between Montepulciano and Pienza, or riding up a mule path on a mountain bike."

 

 We can then earn some well-deserved rest poolside or at one of the many hot springs scattered throughout the area. San Casciano dei Bagni you can swim in the ancient pools, or reach the Fonteverde Centre for an outstanding five star spa. The Bagni di San Filippo with its hot stream and its spectacular white encrusted cascades are an ideal destination on a cloudy afternoon. Bagno Vignoni, a bit further away, is on the road to Montalcino with its central pool dating back to the 1500s and the loggia of Saint Catherine will take your breath away.

Onsite Experiences

On site wine tastings

If you aren’t up to driving but still want to experience and learn about different wines, if you’re new to the wine world or if you are a connoisseur and have a particular interest that you want to explore, we will call in a wine expert (or even a producer) to guide you through a tasting of a selection of wines that we will determine together based on your interests.  

All of this will be tailored into a fun, informal event for you and your travel companions to be hosted at the Granaio, outdoors or at the house you are renting. The tasting will be accompanied with local charcuterie, cheeses, breads – or more, and can be joined with a full fledged meal and wine pairing experience.

Hiking

There are many lovely trails around Camporsevoli to hike alone or with our guidance. 

From very easy and short ones in the woods on the estate or immediately around the hamlet to a spectacular hike to the top of Mount Cetona, the mountain on whose slopes Camporsevoli is located. 

We are also available to organize a more elaborate guided hike complete with a picnic lunch.

Guided hamlet tours and drinks

Let us guide you through the history of Camporsevoli from its ancient Etruscan origins, across medieval times and later history - up to our own ownership and modern day management. Learn all about Tuscan history, see the Etruscan tomb, the medieval prison and discover other fascinating pieces of local and family culture.

The visit will end with a drink, be it a cup of coffee or a chilled glass of white wine according to the time of the day!

Art experiences

Watercolor, clay modelling, drawing: these are just some forms of art for which we can arrange daily (or longer period) classes. 

All will be planned according to the ages of those involved, their degree of technique and previous experiences – if any!  We favor open air activities, after all landscape is what we are famous for, but we also have indoor classrooms that are excellent rainy day alternatives or for more studio-oriented classes, suitable for different kinds of art including very splashy action-painting Pollock-style experiences!

Cooking classes

We host  a variety of cooking classes, and have a specific expertise in this, for all ages and experience levels.

Please visit our dedicated page here.

Offsite Experiences

Wine Tours

The equation Tuscany = wine is immediate, and we are in Tuscany! 

Just a short drive from Camporsevoli, there are several interesting wineries that are well worth visiting. Other renowned areas such as Montalcino, Montepulciano and Chianti are 1-2 hours away, along some of the most breathtaking roads. Moreover, many wine makers are personal family friends and always reserve a special treatment to our guests. 

Take off in your car or let us arrange a driver to be with you for the day. 

Truffle Hunting

Join us for a truffle hunt , where the ground hides its most prized secrets. In the rolling hills of Tuscany and Umbria, spend a morning following instinct, tradition, and the sharp noses of our trusted companions through a landscape that rewards patience and respect.

You’ll learn why truffles thrive where they do, how their aromas shaped Italian kitchens long before modern cuisine, and how to tell the real thing from clever impostors. Every find is a small revelation, unearthed with care and shared with pride.

Massages

Indulge in some true relaxation with massages of different intensities and styles in your own house or in the massage therapist’s studio just down the road. She is also available for very indulging facials, pedi/manicure and other beauty treatments.

Horseback riding

Visiting our countryside on horseback is a great way to see our area from a different perspective. We don't have horses on site any longer, but our former horse instructor can recommend the best solution for your needs. Riding experience and age are two elements that will be taken into consideration. 

Please note that it's usually not a suitable area to ride for totally inexperienced riders.

Tour planning

One of Camporsevoli’s greatest advantages is its central location, halfway between Florence and Rome, on the border with Umbria. In just a 1.5 hour drive or less, you can reach some of the most spectacular centers of culture: Siena, Perugia, Arezzo, Assisi, Orvieto, Montepulciano, just to mention the most famous.

Having owned and managed a tour planning company in Florence for over 25 years, Valentina is also an art historian and licenced guide: she will be glad to help you plan guided tours to any city or small town, suggesting the best way to use your time, getting you in touch with local guides, helping you design the perfect day trip that suits your degree of interest and needs of your travel companions. Young children with a short attention span, teenagers on social media selfie frenzy, elderly grandparents that aren’t up to very long walks - together we will ensure that the experience is worth the day for everyone.

E-bike and Vespa rentals

The advent of Ebikes has made biking a fun activity for anyone, despite Tuscany’s reputation for hills and there are some lovely rides around us or in the immediate surroundings (such as the  very scenic Sentiero della Bonfica that links Chiusi – close to us – all the way to Arezzo).

We can get you in touch with biking guides and providers, helping you determine which is the best plan. Our providers can either deliver and pick up bikes at Camporsevoli or plan to meet at a specific location. Various degrees of organization can be designed: from touring on your own, with a guide or having a vehicle behind you for comfort or emergency.  

Nothing is more iconic than a Vespa ride in Italy. We can arrange for Vespas to be delivered in Camporsevoli for visiting our immediate surroundings or meet the Vespas in a specific spot and take off from there.

 

Ceramic painting

A professional ceramist and painter will guide you from start to finish, introducing you from the traditional method artisans have used for generations to move a pattern from paper to clay—then bring it to life with paint before it’s sealed by fire.

After firing, it emerges as a luminous, glazed majolica—your handmade souvenir, ready to take home.