Home to a vibrant Jewish community as early as 1229, historic Siena c is also famed for its splendidly preserved medieval architecture. Indeed, many consider this to be one of the most enchanting towns in all of Tuscany. Departing Florence after breakfast this morning, we’ll make a stop here in Siena to see the former Jewish Ghetto and to visit the Synagogue, built in 1756.
We’ll continue to Torgiano, a fine medieval walled town surrounded by vineyards and olive groves in the heart of the Italian province of Perugia. Clustered in a small collection of medieval houses in the heart of town, we’ll visit the unique Olive and Oil Museum to learn about one of Italy’s most revered culinary products. At the Wine Museum of Torgiano, described by the New York Times as “the best wine museum in Italy,” a fascinating collection of art and artifacts traces more than 5,000 years of viniculture history and culture. Of course, we’ll also enjoy a tasting of the fine wines produced by the esteemed Lungarotti family.
This evening we’ll dine at our hotel, Le Tre Vaselle, an enchanting resort set in a 17th-century building within the medieval walls of Torgiano. Meals B+D