Things To Do
Benvenuti in Italia!
We'll start in Rome... Have a look at some things to do here!
Take a food tour!
Join Sophie for a food tour to explore the neighborhoods and taste the food like a local!
Take a guided private tour through Rome's sites!
Reach out to our good friend Giuseppe for a guided tour through Rome's sites. Skip the lines, learn more behind the scenes info, and see this beautiful city through the eyes of a local. For inquiries and pricing, reach out to giuseppeperrino@hotmail.com
Take a stroll through Rome's major sites!
Rome is like a life size museum! Walking around town gives you plenty to see: Il Colosseo (The Colosseum): the city's most famous landmark, this was the site of Gladiator battles in ancient Rome. Cittá del Vaticano (Vatican City): Technically its own nation, Vatican City is home to Pope Francis, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter's Basilica. Il Pantheon (The Pantheon - Kev's favorite building in Rome!): One of the best preserved architectural feats of the ancient world, its open dome allows sunlight into the interior Foro Romano (Roman Forum): This recreated city center was the heart of the Roman Empire. Piazza Di Spagna (Spanish Steps): The iconic steps lead to the famous Trinita Dei Monte church. This area is home to high-end shopping and dining. La Fontana Di Trevi (Trevi Fountain): perhaps the most famous fountain in the world (as seen in La Dolce Vita, The Lizzie McGuire Movie or Roman Holiday). Toss a coin in over your left shoulder, and you'll make it back to Rome again.
Andiamo al Castelvecchio!
Next we'll head to the Villa! Borgo di Castelvecchio is a nearly thousand-year-old castello and surrounding village. Have a look at some fun things to do to pass the time between events! These are pre-bookable events through the venue. To book one of these, please follow the link below:
Mangia mangia mangia!
Who's hungry?? Welcome dinner? Of course. Wedding dinner? Obviously! Wine? You already know. But how about breakfast and lunch? The Borgo has you covered with dedicated breakfast, and a poolside café for lunches. If you opted to check out the wine tasting, a fantastic pairing menu awaits before the venue...
Go for a Swim
Castelvecchio has a pool open to all guests. Take in the Tuscan sun, go for a swim or enjoy a drink poolside!
Take a Walk in the Olive Groves
The Borgo has groves of olive trees lining the hillside. Enjoy a walk through nature!
More To-Do's if you Choose
The venue has a number of cool events/activities you can enjoy for an extra cost. Take a look below at what they have to offer! To inquire about any of the events/services below, please follow this link. You can email or WhatsApp message the contact and they can help set you up.
Horseback Riding
"The Federal Equestrian Centre of Borgo di Castelvecchio is located in the heart of Val d’Orcia U.N.E.S.C.O. World Heritage Site in Tuscany, nearby to Pienza, Montepulciano, San Quirico d’Orcia, Radicofani e Chianciano Terme. Reachable on foot from Borgo di Castelvecchio (distance 700 mt.) Guests can book riding lessons or walks with the horses." Follow the link above to book!
Safari Tour
"Visit of the wildlife farm of Borgo di Castelvecchio with our hunting guide: activities to be carried out early in the morning or late in the afternoon to be able to see the animals. Ubaldo will show you the origins of the village and will take you to discover the hidden parts of the reserve." Follow the link above to book!
Wine Tasting
Because you can never taste too many wines! "Wine tasting can be held in the internal rooms of Borgo di Castelvecchio or in a beautiful place, located 5 minutes by car from the Borgo. The cost per person and the lentgh of the activities depend on the number and on the the type of wines chosen. In case the event is organized to the Borgo di Castelvecchio, our kitchen will provide: water, napkins, pecorino cheese, taralli, dry snacks to accompany the tasting." Follow the link above to book!
Cheese Tasting
"If you love cheeses and you want to learn more about its production, you can satisfy your curiosity and your palate with a tour in a farm in the Val d’Orcia area, known for production of Pecorino cheese. The tour starts with the entrance inside the laboratory and the description of the production of different kinds of cheese and ricotta, then you can visit the seasoning rooms. The tour lasts about 20 minutes, followed by a tasting. A table is prepared with 8 different kinds of cheese, fresh ricotta served with sugar (like a dessert), wine d.o.c. Orcia (1 bottle x 5 persons), water and bread. The length varies between an hour and a half and two hours about for the entire service." Follow the link above to book!
E-bike Rides
"Starting from the Borgo di Castelvecchio, an expert guide will help you discover the Sienese countryside, during personalized tour on e-bikes. Tours are personalized based on the participants level." E-bike rentals are available with and without a guide. Follow the link above to book!
Massages and Treatments
"Professional massage therapists can be booked to arrive at the Borgo for personalized massages. Therapists are available to do massages and beauty treatment also in their Beauty Center off-campus." Follow the link above to book!