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Tours & Custom Itinerary ServicesService was created as a natural extension of the research and narrative work that Andare per Giardini carries out on the Italian landscape.
The proposed itineraries are not limited exclusively to garden visits; rather, they offer a broad and layered reading of the landscape, understood as the result of the encounter between nature, history, and human intervention.
Historic gardens, residences, agricultural landscapes, hill systems, constructed horizons, botanical and nature routes become elements of a single narrative, in which beauty is never merely aesthetic, but the outcome of a long relationship between territory and community.
Landscape as Cultural Heritage
The itineraries explore places where the landscape has been shaped over time by human labor, agricultural organization, architecture, historic infrastructure, and material culture.
Villages such as Pienza, territories such as Crete Senesi or Val d’Orcia are interpreted as constructed landscapes: not mere scenery, but the result of a vision, a project, and a rural civilization that has left deep and recognizable marks.
Gardens and Residences as Interpretative Keys
Historic gardens and the residences that preserve them are not considered isolated places, but integral parts of the territories in which they stand.
Villas, farmsteads, historic complexes, and gardens become tools for understanding the relationship between architecture, landscape, land use, and the representation of power, culture, and taste.
Naturalistic and Botanical Itineraries
Part of the itineraries is dedicated to the naturalistic and botanical reading of the territory, with attention to spontaneous flora, plant landscapes, ecological transformations, and the relationships between agricultural practices and biodiversity.
Routes develop along paths, historic roads, rural areas, and hill contexts, favoring a slow and observant approach.
Network and Expertise
The itineraries emerge from a network of collaborations built over time, involving licensed tour guides, landscape professionals, scholars, and local organizations that have joined the Andare per Giardini project.
The selected guides, including native English speakers, share a cultural and non-standardized approach to interpreting the territory, capable of engaging both Italian and international audiences.
Types of Itineraries
Landscape and agricultural history itineraries
Naturalistic and botanical routes
Historic gardens and residences within their territorial context
Rural landscapes and peasant heritage
One- or multi-day tours in Tuscany
Services and Logistics
Alongside the cultural design of the itineraries, Service offers comprehensive logistical support, conceived to make the experience seamless and respectful of the places visited.
Services may include:
NCC (private chauffeur service) with licensed drivers and in-depth knowledge of the territory
Specialized guides for each itinerary area, licensed and selected for specific expertise
Accompaniment in English and Japanese for international guests
Carefully selected recommendations for dining and accommodation, chosen for quality, coherence with the context, and connection to the territory
Each itinerary is conceived as a tailor-made experience, in which organizational aspects serve the understanding of the landscape and its history.
Guided journeys through landscapes, history, gardens, and historic residences, offering a fully immersive cultural experience
On-Demand Tours – Personalized ExperiencesWe offer itineraries tailored for couples, small groups, or enthusiasts with specific interests. Each tour is designed to respond to your curiosities and desires, combining landscape, history, architecture, and botany.
Whether it’s exploring historic gardens designed by Pietro Porcinai, discovering lesser-known botanical routes in Tuscany, or visiting private residences and parks, every experience is crafted to highlight the territory in all its complexity.
How it Works
Personalized Request
Send us your theme or interest: historic gardens, botanical itineraries, landscape architecture, villages, or rural landscapes. Indicate duration, period, and number of participants.
Itinerary Proposal
We prepare a draft of the route, including places to visit, panoramic viewpoints, naturalistic and botanical moments, historic residences and gardens, with logistical suggestions and selected breaks.
Confirmation and Preparation
Once approved, we organize the specialized guide, NCC service, and any supporting materials.
Tour Execution
The itinerary adapts to your pace and interests, with the possibility of additional stops or detours to explore botanical, architectural, or landscape curiosities.
Examples of On-Demand Itineraries
Pietro Porcinai Gardens
Visit parks and historic gardens designed by the renowned landscape architect, with insights into history and design choices.
Botanical Routes in Tuscany
Explore natural areas, parks, and private gardens, focusing on local flora, rare species, and the relationships between landscape and biodiversity.
Hidden Residences and Gardens
Exclusive tours of lesser-known villas and gardens, combining art history, architecture, and landscape interpretation.
Services and Logistics
Alongside the cultural planning of itineraries, Service offers comprehensive support for travel logistics, designed to make the experience smooth and respectful of the places visited.
Services may include:
NCC (private chauffeur) service with licensed drivers and in-depth knowledge of the territory
Specialized guides for the itinerary area, licensed and selected for specific expertise
Accompaniment in English and Japanese for international guests
Carefully selected recommendations for dining and accommodation, chosen for quality, contextual coherence, and connection to the territory
*"Each itinerary is designed as a tailor-made experience, where organizational aspects serve the understanding of the landscape and its history.
Share your idea with us, and together we’ll organize your tour: info@andarepergiardini.com."*Guided itineraries through landscapes, history, gardens, and historic residences, for a complete cultural experience
