Activities Free-Time Holiday Siena
Explore the province of Siena, discover the Chianti area and Tuscany’s most charming historical town centres. There are many activities for fun and free-time, making a stay at the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello really unforgettable.
The wonders of the Sienese territory are the focal point of the activities proposed by the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello. Sports and outdoor activities give our Guests the occasion to rediscover contact with nature. Sample Tuscany with a cookery course for small groups or meet with the craftsmen and manufacturers of the local excellent products. Discover Siena, the culture and history of the area on horseback or in a dream car, by hot-air balloon or a walk along the itineraries of the legendary via Francigena.
The staff of the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello will be pleased to explain all the available opportunities and organise personalised activities.
The wonders of the Sienese territory are the focal point of the activities proposed by the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello. Sports and outdoor activities give our Guests the occasion to rediscover contact with nature. Sample Tuscany with a cookery course for small groups or meet with the craftsmen and manufacturers of the local excellent products. Discover Siena, the culture and history of the area on horseback or in a dream car, by hot-air balloon or a walk along the itineraries of the legendary via Francigena.
The staff of the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello will be pleased to explain all the available opportunities and organise personalised activities.
Quad-Biking
The Sienese hills and the Chianti landscape: an adventurous territory to be discovered on a Quad bike. Nature, adrenaline, fun. The Hotel Il Piccolo Castello organises with professional Company's support, quad bikes excursions for lovers of this vehicle and routes created for beginners.
Crossing woods, dirt tracks and rivers on a quad bike is a really enjoyable experience and a great occasion for discovering the countryside that surrounds Siena. Minimum 4 person + guide
Crossing woods, dirt tracks and rivers on a quad bike is a really enjoyable experience and a great occasion for discovering the countryside that surrounds Siena. Minimum 4 person + guide
Go-karting
At the wheel in a challenge for speed-lovers. In collaboration with the International Go-Karting Circuit about 40km far, the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello organises go-karting races for drivers of six years and above. Taking the wheel of traditional and two-stroke go-karts, you will feel the thrill of a highly enjoying motor race. Minimum 4 person
Trekking
Along the Via Francigena, discover by foot the history and landscape of Siena. Follow the ancient Via Francigena, the path that from the Middle Ages links Rome to Europe’s main cathedrals, to get to know the spirit that has always spurred so many pilgrims as well as the history of this corner of Tuscany. Discovering some wonderful views of nature and unexpected parish churches hidden among the woods of the Montagnola area. The Hotel Il Piccolo Castello proposes many path types, from a minimum duration of three hours to a maximum of all day walks, with multi-lingual environmental tour guides.
Dream Car Driving
At the wheel of the most beautiful vintage cars and aboard powerful custom-built cars, an unforgettable tour of the Siena countryside and the Chianti territory. Driving a Ferrari TestaRossa, an Alfa Romeo Duetto or a Mercedes Gullwing is an exciting experience reserved for speed-lovers. Exhilarating tours aboard some of the most fascinating vintage cars through the charming medieval villages around Siena, following the Mille Miglia route and watching the sun set over the Chianti hills. Custom quotes with a licensed company support.
Vespa Scooter
To enjoy the freedom and splendid panorama of the territory of Siena, a tour on a Vespa 125. On a Vespa 125, losing yourself among the hills that surround Siena, stopping to admire the charm of the many medieval villages in Tuscany or following an itinerary discovering the wine cellars of the Chianti area. To ensure the safety of your trip, the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello with the support of a licenzed Company can provide a guide, as well as maps of the area and a selection of the best routes for two-wheeled vehicles. Minimum 4 person + guide
Horse-riding
Tuscany by horse: trips to discover a territory of splendid emotions. Wonderful horse rides through woods and valleys, exploring the landscape around Siena and coming back into contact with nature. All rides are organised and accompanied by professional guides who offer itineraries for experts and beginners.Horses 8 kilometer far
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Archery
Archery belongs to man’s history, an art that has been handed down through the centuries. In collaboration with the Local Archery Group, the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello organises with the Company Tiro con l'Arco, archery lessons within the property surrounding the hotel. A sport that stimulates the concentration and an occasion to admire the wonderful landscape of the Sienese countryside. An experience that will thrill you. Minimum 10 person
Hot-air Balloon
Flying, what’s more beautiful? It has been the dream of all human beings for centuries. Lifting up on a hot-air balloon is probably the closest thing to flying with your own wings. The balloon with its old charm and romance will conquer you. Surprise your partner with spectacular views on the Chianti countryside. The flight takes about 3 hours and a little breakfast will be served when you’ll be back on earth. In collaboration with authorized Company. The flight is subject to weather conditions.
Bike riding
Respect for the environment and two-wheeled adventure: a mountain bike route to discover the countryside surrounding Siena. All cycling lovers are welcome at the Hotel Il Piccolo Castello, as they are attentive to respecting nature and the protagonists of tales that have a departure point that many ignore. On the saddle of a mountain-bike, scour the Sienese countryside through exciting off-road routes of varying difficulty, accompanied by an expert tour guide. In collaboration with Gippo Bike
