Exploring Chianti and beyond

Experience Tuscany through adventure, medieval villages, and breathtaking hills

Thanks to the strategic location, The Podere is the perfect starting point for visiting Florence, Siena, and San Gimignano. Whether you wish to discover the beauty of Tuscany with a Chianti Vespa tour or a horse ride, our staff is here to help. Here are some must-try activities and the most beautiful destinations to reach comfortably from our resort:

Truffle hunting

Up to 10 people per group

Approx. 4h (hunt + lunch)

Follow an experienced truffle hunter and his Lagotto through the Tuscan woods, then savour the day’s treasures over lunch at The Podere Restaurant.

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Horse riding through the Chianti hills

Up to 8 riders per group

1h to 2h ride

If you love walking or riding, there are countless nature trails starting right here on our doorstep. No rush, just the sounds of the countryside.

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Hot air balloon ride at sunrise

Up to 8 passengers per basket

Approx. 3h 30m (1h flight + breakfast)

See the hills, the woodlands, and the geometric patterns of the vineyards from above, drifting in the silence of the early morning light. An experience you won't soon forget.