The perfect 10-day Tuscany itinerary for first-time visitors. A geography-smart guide to 7 days in the countryside (Val d’Orcia, Siena, San Gimignano) and 3 days in Florence, including our favorite boutique stays.
Val d’Orcia, Italy: a postcard-perfect valley of rolling hills, hilltop villages, cypress-lined roads, Renaissance towns, wines & slow Tuscan living — your complete guide to where to stay, eat, and explore.
Planning where to stay in Tuscany? Discover the best towns, countryside bases, and boutique hotels for a 1-2 week trip, from San Gimignano and Siena to the rolling hills of Val d’Orcia.