Tuscan Traditions Creative Retreat
For women seeking creative inspiration, culinary exploration, and community.
May 16-23, 2026
Become Part of History!
Step back in time where an ancient hamlet in the Val d’Orcia (Southern Tuscany) is your home for the week, still inhabited by the fifth generation of a noble family. The hamlet, located in Cetona, 29 km from Montepulciano, is steeped in Etruscan history as are the artfully mastered creations you will make in the on-site workshops. It’s the perfect setting for this creative journey rooted in ancient traditions where you will learn block printing, jewelry making, watercolor painting, and maiolica tile painting.
In addition to the workshops, you will explore the nearby towns of Pienza, Montepulciano and Sarteano and meet some of the artisans in their own workshops.
This is not just a place to stay, it’s a place to belong. The entire hamlet is yours to explore. When you walk the grounds, you trace the footsteps of Etruscan artisans, medieval knights, noble families, and farmers who shaped the land for centuries.
Retreat Details
When:
May 16-23, 2026
Where:
The hamlet of Camporsevoli, in Cetona, the Province of Siena
Group size:
10-14
Fitness Level:
Ability to walk on uneven surfaces, climb hills and steps
Retreat Highlights
Paint your own maiolica tile, a fun hands-on way to connect with Italy’s artistic heritage
Create your own placemat using an ancient block printing method with printer and engraver, Marinella Caslini
Learn several techniques of watercolor painting with Elizabeth Cochraine, who will help your artistic talents blossom
Watch the master of mixing create popular Italian cocktails in a mixology class
Learn to make bracelets with a jeweler and artist
Enjoy the thrill of hand-rolling pasta dough to make fresh pasta with your villa chef
Enjoy tasting the nutty pecorino cheese and witness how it’s produced at a family-run farm
Experience a private tour and tasting of the famous Vino Nobile di Montepulciano along with a hearty lunch
Wander through the streets of Montepulciano and Pienza, steeped in ancient history
Visit artisans in nearby Sarteano and tour their workshops
Share stories, meals, and connection in an ancient villa surrounded by nature with farm-to-table Tuscan cuisine and local wines
Don’t miss this chance to ignite your creative energy and experience Tuscany in a supportive community of like-hearted women.
The Rooms
Casa del Neri King Room
Private bathroom
$4,899 pp shared
$5,499 pp single
Casa del Neri Twin Room
Private bathroom
$4,899 pp shared
La Canonica Single Twin Room
Shared bathroom
$4,999 pp single
Casa del Neri Twin Room
Private bathroom
$4,899 pp shared
Casa del Fattore Single King Room
Shared bathroom
$5,199 pp single
La Canonica Single King Room
Shared bathroom
$5,199 pp single
Casa di Domenico Twin Room
Private bathroom
$4,899 pp shared
Casa del Neri King Room
Private bathroom
$4,899 pp shared
$5,499 pp single
Casa del Fattore Twin Room
Shared bathroom
$4,799 pp shared
La Canonica Single King Room
Shared bathroom
$5,199 pp single
8 days, 7 nights accommodations in a Tuscan villa
All meals including 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 7 dinners (with wine)
Chef-prepared dinners at the villa
Maiolica tile painting workshop
Watercolor painting workshop
Block printing workshop
Jewelry making workshop
Cooking classes
Mixology class
Cheese tasting experience at a family-run cheese farm
Guided tour of Montepulciano
Self-guided tour of Pienza
Transportation to and from the Chiusi train station and the villa upon arrival and departure
Private transportation to activities
Gratuities for the tour guides, drivers, cooks, housekeeping, etc.
Local tourist tax
What’s Included
What’s Not Included
Airfare
Travel insurance
Anything not specified in the travel package
Wine and alcohol outside of what's included in the itinerary
Payments
$500 non-refundable deposit due at time of booking
Interest-free, non-refundable payments due 150 days and 120 days before tour start date
Accepted payments: Credit Card (fees apply), Zelle, Venmo, or ACH transfer
Custom payment plans available
Cancellation Policy
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required to secure your booking. Half of your trip balance is due 150 days prior to the trip start date and the remaining balance is due 120 days prior to the trip start date. All bookings made within 120 days of the trip start date require full payment.
We understand that plans can change and emergencies come up. However, due to the nature of our business, deposits and payments are applied to third party vendors very shortly after payments are received. As such, we have a strict no-refund policy with the following exception: if the trip is cancelled by Together in Tuscany, the guest will receive a full refund for all payments made.
Travel Insurance
We HIGHLY recommend that you obtain travel insurance. If you must cancel your participation in a Together in Tuscany trip for any reason whatsoever, including health conditions, death of a family member, travel difficulties, personal reasons, or any other reason whatsoever, the travel insurance can cover some or all of these expenses.
Service Agreement
All guests are required to review and accept the Terms and Conditions outlined in the Service Agreement which will be provided upon booking your room. The Service Agreement addresses risks and liabilities for the Provider (Together in Tuscany) and the Purchaser (Guest).