Things To Do
Olive Oil Tasting at Borgo I Vicelli
A guided extra virgin olive oil tasting that includes an introduction to olive oil characteristics and quality, followed by a tasting of selected oils. Small kitchen bites are served alongside the tasting. Duration: 30 minutes Price: €50 per person
Tour and Oil Tasting at Borgo I Vicelli
A guided walk through the olive grove with an introduction to the farm and its centuries-old olive trees, followed by a tasting of extra virgin olive oils served with fresh bread. Duration: 1 hour Price: €50 per person
Wine Tasting at Borgo I Vicelli
A Tuscan wine tasting with an introduction to regional wine history, served with express cuisine. Guests may choose between the “Toscana” tasting with 4 wines or the “Toscana Super” tasting with 5 premium wines. Duration: 1.5 hours Price: €60 per person (4 wines) | €60 per person (5 wines)
Massages at Borgo I Vicelli
Essential oil massage focused on relaxation and well-being, using natural oils. A full list of available massages is available at the front desk. Single or couples massages are offered. Duration & Price: 1 hour — €125 per person 90 minutes — €165 per person
E-bike Rental at Borgo I Vicelli
An outdoor e-bike experience exploring the countryside, local nature, and history. Multiple routes are available via QR code on the flyer (Chianti, Piazzale Michelangelo, and more). Departure is directly from Borgo i Vicelli. Price: €80 per e-bike
Horseback Riding
A guided horseback ride through the Tuscan countryside among vineyards, olive groves, and farmhouses. Beginners are welcome, with instructions provided by an experienced guide before the ride. Routes may vary depending on the day. Duration: 1.5 hours Price: €60 per person
Wine Tasting at Podere Ema
A tour of the vineyard and winemaking and aging cellar, including an explanation of production methods and winery philosophy, followed by a tasting of 3 premium wines. Duration: 1 hour Price: €65 per person
Wine Tasting at Torre a Cona
Start with a glass of white Vermentino wine, followed by a tasting of 3 red wines. Duration: 1.5 hours Price: €80 per person
Visit to Florence
Florence is an easy day trip, about 25–30 minutes by car from Borgo I Vicelli. Visitors can explore the historic center, see landmarks like the Duomo, Michelangelo’s David, and Ponte Vecchio, visit museums such as the Uffizi, or stroll through the Boboli Gardens. Taxi arrangements can be made through reception, and Uber is also available.
Explore Chianti
Borgo I Vicelli is an ideal base for exploring the villages of Chianti. Greve in Chianti (30 minutes) offers a lively main square, wine shops, and cafés. Nearby Montefioralle is a small hilltop village with scenic views, and Volpaia (45 minutes) is a well-preserved medieval village full of classic Tuscan charm.
Nearby Restaurants
For nearby dining, options include: Borgo Petriolo (10 min) – Tuscan cuisine, closed Monday & Tuesday Torre a Cona (5 min) – Tuscan cuisine, open daily Osteria Staccia Buratta (10 min) – Tuscan cuisine, open daily Tuga (15 min) – Seafood cuisine, closed Monday Borgo Saccardi (15 min) – Tuscan cuisine, closed Tuesday