FOOD & WINE EXPERIENCE

BelSentiero is more than a private luxury villa rental — it is a destination for immersive Tuscan experiences, meaningful gatherings, and unforgettable stays in the heart of Val d’Orcia.

In addition to exclusive private estate rentals, BelSentiero offers curated food, wine, cultural, wellness, and retreat experiences designed to connect guests more deeply with the beauty, cuisine, traditions, and slower rhythms of Tuscany.

Guests booking the villa privately may enhance their stay with customized experiences including wine tastings, cooking classes, local farm visits, guided excursions, curated dining experiences, wellness offerings, transportation for scheduled activities, and bespoke itineraries tailored to their group.

Throughout the year, BelSentiero also hosts select intimate retreat-style experience weeks where individual travelers and couples may reserve private suites within the villa and participate in a shared curated itinerary centered around food, wine, culture, relaxation, and authentic Tuscan living.

If you are interested in joining an upcoming hosted retreat or curated experience week at BelSentiero, we invite you to contact us for upcoming dates, availability, and additional information.

The estate is also available for outside hosts, facilitators, and organizers seeking a unique luxury venue for retreats, workshops, creative residencies, executive gatherings, wellness experiences, culinary retreats, and destination events in Tuscany. BelSentiero can assist in curating local experiences, excursions, transportation, dining, and itinerary support to help bring each retreat vision to life.

Whether visiting for a private holiday, destination wedding, hosted retreat, culinary experience, or group gathering, every stay at BelSentiero is thoughtfully designed to offer an authentic, relaxed, and elevated connection to Tuscany.

Curated Retreat & Group Experience Support

A Glimpse Into Our Unique Curated Food & Wine Experience

Experiences and itineraries may be customized based on the season, group, retreat, and type of stay.

Intimate small-group experience with a maximum of 10 guests
Luxury accommodation at BelSentiero in Val d’Orcia, Tuscany
7-night curated Tuscan stay experience
Transportation included for scheduled excursions and itinerary activities during your stay
Guided visits to celebrated Montepulciano and Brunello wineries
Multiple Tuscan cooking classes featuring regional dishes and local ingredients
Visits to local farms, producers, and artisan food experiences
Curated dining experiences including renowned local restaurants and optional Michelin-starred dining
Visits to the medieval hill towns of Montepulciano, Montalcino, and Pienza
Outdoor aperitivos, terrace dining, and a traditional Tuscan BBQ at BelSentiero
Panoramic countryside views, relaxation, and immersive cultural experiences throughout your stay
Personalized atmosphere with authentic local experiences and meaningful connection
& More

Note: We can cater to almost any food allergy or eating preference on this tour - just let us know beforehand.

Day 1

Arrival at the luxurious BelSentiero Estate & Country House. BelSentiero is situated in the beautiful Val d'Orcia, a World Heritage area located in southern Tuscany. This will be your home for the week. On arrival at BelSentiero a traditional dinner of dishes from the area will be served.

Day 2

This is the day to explore the famous noble wines of Montepulciano! First up after breakfast, we will visit a top winery near Montepulciano for a tour and tasting. Thereafter, lunch will be in the spectacular hilltop town of Montepulciano with its views over the Val d'Chiana. Following lunch we will visit another top winery. In the evening dinner will be at a great local restaurant.

Day 3

Today will be spent learning how to make traditional Italian pasta with a local cook. Lunch will consist of the food prepared together with some great wine from the Brunello. Later, there will be the opportunity to explore our local village of Campiglia d'Orcia. In the evening, aperitivo (pre-dinner drinks) and a light dinner will be on the veranda.

Day 4

This day will be used to visit the famous Brunello wine region. First up will be a Brunello tasting in Montalcino. The tasting will focus on some of the top wines to provide a broad appreciation of the wines from the area. This will be followed by lunch in Montalcino. Thereafter, we will visit a Brunello winery. In the evening, dinner will be at a great local restaurant/ pizzeria.

Day 5

Today we have a second cooking class. This time the focus will be on local, seasonal dishes using fresh local ingredients and food products sourced from the region. Again, lunch will consist of the meal prepared. Later, in the evening, aperitivo and a light dinner will be on the veranda.

Day 6

In the morning, we will visit the ancient church in Abbadia from the 700s. Thereafter lunch will be in the picturesque town of Pienza where we will also stop for some of Italy's best gelato! Then we visit a farm to try some local produce including the pecorino cheese for which Pienza is famous. In the evening, dinner will be at an amazing Michelin starred restaurant.

Day 7

This will be the last full day of your Tuscan Food & Wine Experience and as such is a day to relax on our veranda and by the pool. For lunch we will have an extended BBQ on the veranda with its magnificent views over the Val d'Orcia valley. All while enjoying some of the great wines of Tuscany!

Day 8

Departure after breakfast.

What is included:

Your Tuscan Food & Wine Experience includes the following:

7 nights at BelSentiero;
Ground transportation (excluding transfers to Belsentiero);
Services of English speaking guide;
Cooking lessons;
Wine tastings and farm visits;
All meals at BelSentiero

Not included are the following:

Flights to/ from Italy;
Transfers to BelSentiero;
Insurance (recommended);
Meals outside of BelSentiero;
Beverages outside of tastings/ lessons;
Optional gratuities

Tour details:

Location: Val d'Orcia, Southern Tuscany
Dates: Contact us for dates
Tour price: contact us for pricing (including accommodation)
Customizations to the itinerary are possible but may entail additional fees.
Deposits and cancellation: To reserve your place please let us know of your interest ASAP. To confirm your booking a 25% deposit is required. The balance can be paid on arrival. This deposit is non-refundable except in the event of travel restrictions imposed by national governments making travel not possible.

To express your interest in joining one of our Food & Wine Experiences or to organize a private tour e-mail us on info@belsentiero.com or send us a message using the contact form below: