All but the mini-break includes transfers from Pontassieve Train Station. which is 20 minute train ride past center of Florence and the main train station. Trains from Florence run with great frequency. .

Pick up from Pontassieve train station; transfer to farm. Welcome drink with your hosts before dinner.

Accustom yourself to your horse and tack during today's half-day ride through national park tracks and local vineyards. Enjoy a Tuscan style lunch and an afternoon of relaxation by the pool before dinner.

Today's full day ride takes you through the Pomino winemaking region. Passing lake Falgano and riding up above the wine making village of Rufina. Picnic on the trail before heading high into the Pomino hills over looking the Frescobaldi marquees family vineyards and the Pomino castle. Ride down small cobbled roads and through to the Torremozze farm, where you will dine on local organic produce for dinner, and sleep in a converted barn that overlooks out toward the consuma pass.

After breakfast outside overlooking Pontassieve with the family Donkey grazing on the lawn, we depart for the Mugello region passing two prominent castles, one of which was the location of a famous assassination plot in the time of Lorenzo di Medici. Accommodation will be at a villa famous for being the secret getaway for Dante and his “amante” once upon a time… now this villa has been converted into a gorgeous Agriturismo and B&B. Relax after a proper Tuscan feast with a glass of local Chianti or a refreshing Limoncello..

Today, you will ride up to the summit of Monte Giove, through national park forests and along old partisan tracks. We stop at Bottega restaurant for a true Tuscan lunch of local specialties before riding through the vineyards back to the estate for pizza and welcome nights rest.

Drop-off at station in the morning after breakfast

Pick up from Ponatassieve Train Station; transfer to farm. Welcome drink with your hosts, before dinner.

Accustom yourself to your horse and tack and the area with a half day ride and picnic lunch full of typical Tuscan delights -  taste the fruits of the vine - the local Chianti Rufina wines, with fresh ciabatta bread, local pecorino cheese, prosciutto and parma ham whilst enjoying the Tuscan landscape.

Ride through the rolling Tuscan hills, crossing sparkling streams, and canter through cultivated vineyards, olive groves and shaded woods. After a leisurely lunch head up to  Il Bardellone to experience an astonishing view right out to Florence and Il Valdarno, before heading down to the lovely Tuscan farmhouse of the very interesting “Filippo” for a delicious Tuscan feast and glass or two of great local wine..

After breakfast ride towards the stunning Trebbio Castle. Riding through golden fields and along forested ridges the views are truly spectacular, looking out over medieval buildings and castles in the distance. After lunch ride to a mountain side nunnery, built hundreds of years ago after sightings of the Virgin Mary were reported. Continue on the nights accommodation nestling high in the Florentine hills looking right out to the Duomo of the most famous renaissance city in the world. While the horses sleep over at a local stable, we stay at a lovely local lodge in Bivigliano.

An early start as you head into the Mugello region for a stunning days riding. First we pass by Monte Senario built in 1245 on top of the mountain by "the seven first fathers”. The site offers panoramic views of both the Mugello and Chianti Rufina regions. Then we carry on through picturesque farmland where stock graze under the watchful eyes of large white Maremmano sheepdogs. Ride past another ancient castle as you wind your way down to the huge Bilancino lake before riding on through the stunning Tuscan countryside to your overnight accommodation and great Tuscan dinner in San Cresci.

After breakfast in the lovely farmhouse, we saddle up and ride out through the spectacular Mugello region, where Giotto the master was brought up. We ride up  towards Monte Giove, stopping off at a small lake  for a tuscan style picnic lunch. After riding up the Croce of Monte Giove (a famous meeting point for Partisans and allies in WW2) return to the sunny vineyards of  Colognole for a final nights accommodation and dinner..

Drop-off at station in the morning after breakfast.

Pick up from Pontassieve station; transfer to farm. Welcome drink with your hosts Jess and Paolo before dinner.   

Accustom yourself to your horse and tack before departing for Monte Giove. Negotiate tracks used in world war two by partisans hiding in the area, and on arrival at the cross, take in the breathtaking panoramic views that stretch over the Florentine Basin right over to Florence herself. On your return we stop for a typical Tuscan lunch out on the terrace of a local rustic restaurant.

Today we have a half day ride to the Roman road, hidden deep in the valley like a Mayan ruin. After negotiating forest tracks, we ride through Massimos cattle farm under the watchful eye of his sleepy cows. After a canter we pass by Antonellas farmhouse, with her array of donkeys, ponies and abandoned baby deer. After passing through the valley we ride to the “Spugna” popular with rock climbers. From here we ride up through the vineyards and terraced olive groves to the farm. Afternoon at leisure.

 Today is a free day to spend in Florence (only 20 minutes by train from Rufina). Check out the Uffizi gallery, see “David” or just enjoy the stunning historic city centres many beautiful shops and cafès.We return transfer to and from Rufina where you can catch the train.

Another full day ride. We start off riding through chestnut and beech forests, and then head through the lovely village of Dicomano, up through private vineyards and farmland and then through to the river Sieve. After an invigorating canter along the corn fields, we cool our horses legs (and your own if you wish) and settle down for a a picnic lunch on the banks, and a lazy siesta under the shade of the trees. We return to the farm via lush vineyards, forest tracks, and olive groves.

Today you saddle up early for an adventurous ride into the national park forest land and the Pontassive heights. Ride through the wine making village of Rufina, and onward to the beautiful vineyards above Pontassieve. Take in the sights and smells of Tuscany, including fields of wild flowers, lakes, and the ever present rolling landscapes typical of the area. Ride into a village called Acone,  where there is a fantastic view over the surrounding landscape. From Acone  wind your way down to an ancient Roman bridge and then stop for lunch amongst the vineyards. After a good Tuscan meal ride down the valley surrounded by the vineyards and olive groves, crossing the river Sieve for a long canter along the flatlands, before crossing the river again to return to base.

Morning at leisure, if you wish we can organize a wine tasting and cellar tour at the Villa, otherwise spend the morning relaxing at the pool with a nice book or a cappuccino. In the late afternoon we take you on a final ride through the spectacular tuscan landscapes..

Drop-off at station  after breakfast.

Arrive at the estate. Before dinner, you will have a chance to meet other guests and have an introduction to the next few days at activities and events

The day begins by meeting your horse and a trail ride in the vineyards. Lunch on the trail is a typical Tuscan picnic with Chianti wines and local produce. In the afternoon  we explore the rolling hills of the Florentine Mountain range. Enjoy national park forest, olive trees and the great fragrance filled countryside of Chianti/Mugello. Afterwards chill out back at the farm, take a wander through the olive groves, or relax by the pool. Dinner together at the Tuscan restaurant.

The ride today is around and through the SieveRiver with a chance to go further and discover more of the Dicomano region with its great corn fields and fruit trees. Riders will have  a picnic, complete with Tuscan cheeses, salamis, desserts and coffee. The afternoon is dedicated to exploring the countryside , riding past abandoned farmhouses, rustic hamlets, and natural forest beauty. After riding relax by the poolside with a glass of Proseco. Dinner at the Colognolo restaurant.

After a typical Tuscan breakfast, transportation to the train station or airport is organized.