Stay in Siena: folclore and ancient tradition

Guided tour in wonderful Siena with the Palio experts. A unique opportunity to touch the heart of the ancient tradition, warming the souls of each Sienese throughout the year. Private visit to the collections of the Contrada museums as well as to the artistic workshops of the local Palio artisans!

How the tour is structured...

1st day

Arrival of the guest in Siena and welcome at the hotel. Meet up the Sienese guide and visit of one of the Private Contrada Museum with its ancient decorations and historical evidences. Dinner at a typical restaurant in Piazza del Campo. Overnight stay.

2nd day

Breakfast at the hotel. A professional guide will hold a monographic lesson on the Palio tradition and history at a charming location overlooking Campo square. Aperitif with snacks and continue of the course at handicraft workshops where the local artisans decorate silver and ceramic objects of Contrada emblems. Dinner at a typical restaurant in Piazza del Campo. Overnight stay.

3rd day

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet up the guide and tour along the streets of the centre. You will have the chance to discover the history of the city by visiting its medieval architecture. Departuring from San Domenico Church, you will lead the Cathedral conserving fountains, still perfectly preserving masterpieces of any period: visit of the interiors with Biblioteca Piccolomini, Cripta and the Baptistery. Light lunch at Enoteca. End of the services.