Journey through the ancient crafts, between Valtiberina and Arezzo

The impression you will have is to take a trip back in time, rediscovering the calmness of small towns and old traditions. Tuscany is the birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the greatest artists that reflects this period is Piero della Francesca. We can admire some of his masterpieces in Monterchi and Arezzo. The territory of Arezzo offers a history rich in the traditions of artisan activities: it is considered one of the most ancient Italian cities for that which concerns goldsmith art. Jewellery craft has remote origins, it dates back to the Etruscan Era, whose inhabitants excelled in this form of craftmanship and boasted many capable goldsmith masters. The visit to the famous Busatti factory in Anghiari will introduce us to a reality born in the mid-Nineteenth Century, that produces fabrics for furniture using high quality raw materials.

How the itinerary is structured...

1° day

Breakfast. A whole morning dedicated to the discovery of the village of Anghiari. We will visit the well-known Busatti factory, initiated in the Mid-Nineteenth century, that produces fabrics for furniture using high quality raw materials. Free time for lunch. Then, a visit to Monterchi, especially to the museum “Madonna del Parto”, one of Piero della Francesca’s masterpieces. Dinner in Arezzo.

2° day

Breakfast. We’ll take a walk in the historic centre of Arezzo. Visit to a jewellery workshop with a demonstration. End of the activities.