Val d’Orcia

Welcome to Aya Retreats

Tuscany 

May 2026 

Join us in the heart of Tuscany for a six-night wellness and culture retreat.

Stay in a historic Tuscan villa on a vast private estate located in Val d’Orcia, a region of iconic landscapes that have been immortalized in Renaissance paintings, literature and film.

With exclusive use of the grounds and pool, your week will combine the charm of rural Tuscan life with luxurious modern amenities for rest and restoration.

○ Accommodation in a historic villa on a private estate in the countryside

○ Locally sourced meals prepared by a private chef

○ Daily art and wellness practices

○ Tasting Brunello and Montepulciano wines at notable wineries

○ Visiting artists’ studios for private hands-on experiences with Tuscan painting and ceramics

○ Curated day trips to Siena, picturesque hill towns and iconic sites

○ Private cooking class in a 15th-century castle surrounded by vineyards

○ Tasting Pecorino cheese at a dairy farm

○ Soaking up the iconic Tuscan landscapes of the Val d’Orcia

○ Stopping by ancient chapels and monasteries

 

Tuscany

6 Night Curated Experience

Dates: Sunday, May 3 – Saturday, May 9

What’s Included

  • Accommodation at a historic Tuscan Villa on a vast private estate in the Val d’Orcia (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

    Wake up in the authentically beautiful space of a private family home, and enjoy the sunlight, silence and terracotta tiles underfoot...
    Enjoy the spaces, indoor and out, on this stunning property.

  • All meals *except where otherwise noted in the itinerary
    Dinner on the terrace with beautiful views of the iconic Tuscan landscape accompanied by local wines.

    Savor the rich culinary heritage of Tuscany.

  • Private arrival and departure transfers between Florence and the villa
    Day trips with ease and comfort.

  • Private transfers for all excursions
    Convenient and flexible

  • Curated cultural experiences and private tours
    Experience a collection of places and an intimate knowledge of them, from the personal connections with local artists we will visit, to some of Tuscany‘s most iconic landmarks, AYA has created a unique experience for you.

  • Daily wellness practices

    Your place will be set to join at your leisure. Each morning we will welcome the day and its gifts, moving through the week with thoughtful intentions for what we want to remember, gain, or let go of…each of these practices use breath, gentle movement and meditation will restore and relax you, making space for you to return with a feeling of centeredness.

  • **Airfare to Florence is not included