This evocative and contemporary tour is run from Rocca di Staggia, a fort which was already ahead of its time in the Middle Ages in terms of art, architecture and technology. Today, the fort aims to bring history to the fore with a series of modern itineraries that link culture, art and flavor. This itinerary begins with a guided tour of the Rocca, in which participants are asked to actively take part to learn more about the nearby ancient pilgrims’ way and the network of tracks that cross the local countryside. At the end of the visit, there is the chance to sample some CintaSenese ham and salami and an excellent Chianti. We then walk away from the Rocca along a countryside track to Palazzo Squarcialupi, where participants will be treated to an unforgettable combination of history, art and food. This 15th century palazzo was home to the powerful Squarialupi family and has an excellent wine cellar where we will sample some local wines. This will be followed by a delicious 4 course meal of local Tuscan dishes.
