The Tuscan Countryside
Sophia Romano & Lucas Conti
June 14 & 15, 2026 · Florence, Italy
“In the heart of Italy, where love grows eternal.”
Why we chose
this place.
Tuscany unfolds like a Renaissance painting across rolling hills that have inspired artists for centuries. It is not a place that reveals itself quickly. You arrive through winding cypress-lined roads, and then the valley opens — and you understand immediately why Michelangelo found his muse here, why Leonardo studied light here, why generations have called this paradise home.
We discovered it on a June evening three years ago. We had planned to stay two nights. We stayed a week. The quality of light here transforms time itself — it stretches afternoons into golden hours that feel eternal, moments that have no obligation to end.
There is a villa at the heart of the valley where vineyards meet olive groves, called Villa di Borgo. You stand on the stone terrace and the entire Tuscan landscape spreads before you like a living tapestry. We got engaged there. We are getting married there. We wanted the people we love most to stand in that same golden light.
“The Tuscan hills roll toward a horizon that never ends. On a clear June morning, the earth and sky paint each other in shades of gold.”
— Sophia, on first discovering Tuscany
The Light
June light in Tuscany doesn't just illuminate — it paints. It filters through cypress trees and turns the rolling hills into liquid gold, warming ancient stone walls with honeyed radiance.
The Scent
Vineyards stretch across the valley like patchwork quilts. The air carries notes of olive groves, rosemary from the gardens, and the earthy richness of Chianti wine aging in cellars beneath.
The Sound
Church bells from Florence's Duomo echo across the Arno valley at sunset. Below, the gentle hum of Vespas fills cobblestone streets. The countryside is peaceful in the way only timeless landscapes can be.
The Feel
The Mediterranean breeze is warm through summer evenings, carrying the scent of sun-baked earth. The stone terraces are cool beneath your feet even in the afternoon heat.
Getting to
the Tuscan countryside.
This is not a complicated journey — but it is a remarkable one. Here is everything you need, delivered with the warmth it deserves.
Download Full Travel Guide (PDF)INT. DEPARTURE — YOUR CITY
Getting There
From North America
Direct flights to Florence (FLR) from New York JFK on Delta and American Airlines — roughly 8 hours. From Los Angeles, connect through Rome FCO. Florence is your gateway. Budget: $800–1,200 return. Book by May 1 for best fares.
From the UK & Europe
British Airways and Ryanair fly Florence from London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Barcelona. Journey under 2.5 hours. Trains from Rome Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella run every 30 minutes — 1 hour 35 minutes, €25.
The Last Leg
From Florence, a private transfer winds through Tuscan hills to Villa di Borgo (we've arranged group rates — see the travel guide PDF). The drive through cypress-lined roads is an event in itself.
EXT. TUSCANY — NIGHT
Where to Stay
Villa di Borgo — Our Venue
Historic 16th-century villa surrounded by vineyards. Room block reserved at €280–420/night. Ask for a valley-facing room. Reserve using code CONTI26 by May 15. This is where the magic lives.
Casa del Vino — Intimate Alternative
Family-run winery estate, 8 rooms, stunning terrace. €100–160/night. A 5-minute walk from the ceremony. The owners will know you're with us — mention the wedding. Wine tasting included.
Palazzo Firenze — Historic Rooms
Restored 17th-century palazzo in Florence's historic center. €140–220/night. Frescoed ceilings, terracotta floors, the smell of old books. Ideal if you're staying the full week.
EXT. TUSCAN ROADS — DAY
Getting Around
Villa di Borgo Is Walkable
The villa grounds are expansive but mostly walkable. The ceremony and reception are both within 10 minutes' walk of all recommended accommodations. Wear shoes comfortable for gravel paths and terracotta terraces.
Regional Transport
Trains connect Florence to Siena, Pisa, and Lucca. Buses run through the Chianti region to smaller hill towns. A day-trip to San Gimignano takes 1 hour.
Private Drivers
We've arranged a shared shuttle service for the weekend. Pickup/dropoff from Florence Airport on Friday and Sunday. Details in the travel guide. For private transfers, contact Marco at +39 055 123 456.
“The drive itself is worth the flight.”
The weekend,
scene by scene.
Two days. Six scenes. A coast that has been staging events like this for a thousand years.
EXT. VILLA DI BORGO — LATE AFTERNOON
Arrivals & the First Aperitivo
Friday, June 13 · 18:00 — 20:00
The welcome begins informally. Arrive at the villa terrace as the afternoon light turns golden. Aperol spritz, local cheeses, the sound of cicadas in the olive groves. No agenda. Just the beginning of the weekend.
INT. OSTERIA DEL VINO — NIGHT
The Rehearsal Dinner
Friday, June 13 · 20:30 — 23:30
A family-run osteria that has been serving the valley since 1929. Long tables, Chianti, pasta made this morning. This is the dinner where the toasts are honest and the stories get long. Nonna Sofia, who has run the kitchen for 40 years, will cook for us specifically.
EXT. VILLA DI BORGO — CYPRESS TERRACE
The Ceremony
Saturday, June 14 · 17:00 — 17:45
The ceremony takes place at the heart of the estate. The Cypress Terrace looks out over 180° of rolling hills. Chairs face west. The sun will be behind the couple. The light will be the colour of golden hour. This is the moment we have been building toward.
EXT. VILLA GARDENS — DUSK
Cocktail Hour in the Gardens
Saturday, June 14 · 18:00 — 19:30
The villa's gardens are among the most beautiful in Tuscany — planted over centuries, layered with roses, lavender, and stone statuary. Champagne and bruschetta as the light fades. A string quartet plays somewhere in the hedgerows.
INT. VILLA DI BORGO — NIGHT
The Wedding Reception
Saturday, June 14 · 20:00 — 01:00
Dinner under the stars in the villa's restored courtyard. Seven courses, paired wines from Tuscany and Umbria. A band that plays until the last person sits down. Dancing on a terrace that has been celebrating since the 16th century.
EXT. VILLA GARDENS — MORNING
The Morning After
Sunday, June 15 · 10:00 — 13:00
A relaxed farewell breakfast in the villa gardens — the gardens that inspired Renaissance artists. Coffee, pastries, the valley views. No schedule. Stay as long as you like. This is the morning that makes you wish you'd booked another week.
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