Day 1 - Arrival

Upon your arrival at Castello del Nero Boutique Hotel and Spa, you will have the chance to relax and to enjoy the magnificent grounds. Housed in a magnificent fully restored 12th century castle is the area's first exclusive destination spa designed by the famed spa designer, ESPA offering the latest in holistic treatments and spa experiences.Transfers from your point of arrival can be arranged. This program can be combined with any of our other programs.

Day 2 - Siena Excursion and SPA

Depart from the hotel with your private driver for Siena, one of the most beautiful and important medieval cities in Tuscany. Here, with your local guide, you will visit the main sights including the famous Piazza del Campo, sight of the Palio horse race. After the tour you will enjoy the wonderful cuisine of a typical Tuscan restaurant.Your driver will then return you to your accommodations.The afternoon is dedicated to wellness and relaxation as you enjoy the ESPA Mini Ritual Treatment at the Spa facilities. Your treatment begins with a soothing herbal infusion and cleansing foot ritual. Then you will start your Mini Ritual experience which combines several elements including, ESPA Ultimate Body Envelopment, ESPA Essential Body Massage with essential oil blends.You can choose from the following Mini Rituals or allow your therapist to help you determine which is best suited to your needs on the day of your treatment.ESPA Detoxifier - ESPA Body Toner - ESPA Muscle Relaxer - ESPA Stress Reliever ESPA Immune Booster - ESPA Energy Booster - ESPA Jet Lag EliminatorEnjoy !

Day 3 - Chianti Excursion and SPA

Depart with your English speaking for a half day excursion into the celebrated Chianti Wine Region, an area as much renowned for its natural beauty as for its excellent wines. Your tour will include a visit to Greve in Chianti. The town square (which is more of a triangle) is filled with dozens of wine and gift shops and cafes. The town is the host of the Chianti wine festival each September. A wine tasting at a local winery will be included. After your excursion you will return to your accommodations.This afternoon enjoy your second treatment at the spa. Your Tuscan Retreat ritual will include a soothing herbal infusion and cleansing foot ritual followed by a Sea Salt and Tuscan Rosemary Body Exfoliation, ESPA Essential Body Massage and an Olive Oil and Pink Clay Oriental Inspired Head Massage.Body exfoliation with Sea Salt and Tuscan Rosemary brings softening and purifying benefitswhile a specific Essential Body Massage with ESPA Aromatherapy Oils chosen to suit your needstargets tension, and finally the Castello del Nero Signature Oriental Inspired Head Massage usesacupressure points to bring about deep relaxation and ultimate balance to Mind and Body.

Day 4 - Departure

After checking out of your hotel, depart for your onward travel. Transfers can be arranged for your next point or the airport or rail station or add another of our mini packages.

Sightseeing

Half day excursion to Siena with private local guide

Half day Chianti area drive

2 Half day spa treatments as per itinerary

Transfers

All excursions as per itinerary are with private English speaking drivers

Meals

Breakfast at hotels daily

Lunch in Siena

1 wine tasting

Services

Assistance from our Road to Italy office in Rome and local representative offices throughout Italy

Local emergency contact number daily

Does not include

Airfare

Travel Insurance (highly recommended) Link to Insurance page

Tips and gratuities to drivers and local guides

1) Consult with our tour designers

Contact our office by phone or e-mail and speak to one of our tour designers who will answer any question you have about our suggested tour. They will listen attentively to your ideas and plans and suggest changes to personalize the tour based on your interests and budget.

Tel: 416 964 7600
Toll: 1-800-848-8163
reservations@roadtoitaly.com

2) We send you a Proposal

Shortly after your initial contact with our tour designers, you will receive a draft proposal based on your earlier discussions, normally within 2 business days. This proposal is a no obligation draft for your review and comments. Any additions or modifications will be implemented and a new proposal will be forwarded to you for approval.

3) You like what you see!

Upon meeting your requirements and expectations, you will be requested to send a deposit in the amount of 25% of total. Final Payment is due 45 days prior to scheduled departure date.

4) Buon viaggio!

Approximately, 2 weeks prior to departure you will receive a personalized and detailed day by day itinerary booklet and the necessary vouchers for the services to be provided, along with a general information section on the various regions of Italy.

The booklet and vouchers will include all the important information; addresses, phone & mobile numbers for all your service providers, hotels as well as the phone number of our office in Rome.