A captivating trip to Tuscany’s wild countryside, a land off the beaten path which is as authentic as it is beautiful and offers a genuine gastronomic adventure for food and wine lovers. During this five-day journey, you’ll discover excellent wines and a wide range of flavours between the sea and the land, with splendid villages, gorgeous sceneries and exciting activities to accompany you all the while.
4 nights & 5 Days
Maremma
A gourmand adventure between sea and countryside off the beaten path in Tuscany
Chef
Bruno De Moura Cossio
Chef
Born in Brazil and raised in Italy, Bruno De Moura Cossio is a talented chef who started his culinary journey at the young age of 16 and worked with many illustrious Italian chefs before joining the team at L’Andana. His cooking philosophy is inspired by the territory, blending childhood memories and the region’s classic products, and is best summarized in a quote by Chef Jean-Pierre Troisgros: “Cooking should be a carefully balanced reflection of all the good things of the earth”. .
Restaurant
Journey
Day 1 – Arrival
Welcome to Maremma! L’Andana will be your base for this itinerary. Upon arrival enjoy a welcome aperitif in this outstanding location in Castiglione della Pescaia, followed by a delightful dinner paired with local wines.
Overnight at Hotel L’Andana
Day 2 – Bolgheri, Suvereto, Cheese and Wine
After breakfast, you’ll hit the road to visit a special cheese factory specialized in raw-milk cheesemaking and then visit the charming village of Bolgheri, where you’ll have time for lunch and exploration. In the afternoon, you’ll head south to Suvereto, one of Italy’s most beautiful villages, for a visit to its enchanting walled centre and an interesting wine tasting session at Cantina Petra, whose cellar has been stunningly dug into the hill.
Overnight at Hotel L’Andana
Day 3 – Cooking and relax
In the morning, the Chef will join you for a hands-on cooking class focused on traditional Tuscan recipes. Then, the rest of the day will be dedicated to rest, with some rejuvenating treatments in the hotel’s spa, a swim in the outdoor heated pool, or some toes-in-the-sand relaxation in one of the beautiful beaches of Castiglione della Pescaia.
Overnight at Hotel L’Andana
Day 4 Horseback riding & Capalbio
On your last day in Maremma, a horseback riding excursion will give you the chance to experience the beautiful nature and splendid scenery of the area from a unique point of view. Afterwards, you’ll drive towards the Maremma coast up to the enchanting old town of Capalbio, where you will have time to enjoy a delightful lunch at a traditional trattoria and discover all the main attractions.
Overnight at Hotel L’Andana
Day 5 Departure
It is time to say goodbye and see you soon for your next trip!!!!!
Partner Hotels
Set amidst the beautiful Maremma natural park and very close to the beaches of the Tyrrhenian coast, this splendid resort offers elegantly decorated rooms, a fabulous spa, sparkling pools, golf and tennis facilities, and superb dining. The estate also produces its own wine.
