Castello di Casole

Set out in the rising Tuscan sun on your road bike for the six-mile ride to the ancient Etruscan settlement Casole d’Elsa, which sets the standard for Tuscan village beauty complete with city walls and a Rectory offering a collection of sacred art and architectural details. Head back to the Castello, passing through the markets of Mensano, an architectural gem, on the way to lunch. Take a cooking class at the Castello to learn how to make a fresh tiramisu, and walk up the verdant path to the Essere Spa, where massages feature oil from the estate’s own olives. Relaxed, dine at the Castello’s Ristorante Tosca – the seafood risotto is a specialty.