Horseback ride and Poolside Day chillout with Tuscan Lunch
Florence, Italy
No previous riding experience required.
The day will start with a horseback ride, half an hour of preparation and a lesson in the stables will precede the 1-hour ride on horseback on a spectacular country trail. A professional instructor will lead the guests in the knowledge of the basics of equitation and their equine companions according to the level of experience of each and for the total enjoyment of the ride.
The relaxation around the pool for the rest of the day will follow the ride.
For lunch -served under the veranda at 1.00pm.- the guests will taste a famous local hand-made pasta plate (tortelli mugellani), a wide choice of cheeses, coldcuts, bruschettas, Chianti wine and water.
Veg guests are also welcome.
Sunbathing, relaxation and a few swims will make the guests experience the authenticity of the Tuscan lifestyle and the Florentine Chianti hills, immersed in nature for a whole day, away from the city crowd.
At the end of the afternoon they will be taken back to Florence.
Description
Take a break from the crowded city center of Florence with a heavenly experience immersed in nature.This full-day tour will delight you with an unforgettable easy horseback ride in the Tuscan countryside (novices are welcome too) and plenty of time to chill out by the exclusive swimming pool of an elegant country resort surrounded by the lush vegetation of the Florentine hills will suprise you.
From downtown Florence you will be driven to an elegant country resort in the Chianti hills where you will enjoy a 1h30' guided horseback ride and will relax, sunbathe, or take refreshing swims in the spacious pool for the rest of the day.
At around 1:00pm, a full Tuscan lunch will be served under the marquee of the poolside restaurant. You will enjoy a freshly-made pasta dish, one of Tuscany's best loved ones, a mixed platter of local cheeses, tasty cold cuts and crispy bruschettas, all washed down with excellent local Chianti wine.The Lunch will end with a delicious home-made dessert served with expresso coffee. Vegetarian guests will be welcome with a special menu every bit as delicious.
Late in the afternoon, your chauffeur will drive you back to Florence at the time agreed.
Sample Menu
• Abbondante vassoio di specialità locali miste
• Pasta fatta in casa con ragù o salsa vegetariana
• Torta fatta in casa del giorno
Inclusions
- Roundtrip private transportation by private car equipped with air conditioning
- Horse riding: one hour and half (including helmet and protection vest for children)
- Pool Access: sunbeds, umbrellas, shower, changing room and towels
- Full Tuscan Lunch
- Alcoholic Beverages - Chianti wine for Lunch
- Rain coat for the ride if needed
Exclusions
- Extra beverages during the stay
- Gratuities
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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