Spring in Tuscany Photo Workshop
There is something in the air in Tuscany, and something in the earth that creates incredible experiences unlike anywhere I have ever traveled. The food, the wine, the people, all make this yearly journey so special for all that come together and photograph. We will stay in the heart of Tuscany in the most beautiful and photographable area of Val d'Orcia. Our stay is in the heart of the rolling hills, just outside the gates of the medieval town of San Quirico d'Orcia where we will awake to beautiful views to inspire us. Join us on this 7-day and 6-night journey as we explore and photograph under the Tuscan sky.
Includes 6 nights at a beautiful boutique hotel overlooking the Tuscan hillside, with wonderful amenities (may included in workshop cost)
Includes daily breakfast
Includes Welcome Dinner at the highly rated, onsite restaurant.
Includes airport transfers from Rome
Includes transportation to photo sessions
Includes visits to local medieval villages
Includes Wine Tasting at local wine shoppe
Includes the rare opportunity to photograph the ‘Gladiator’ house on private property with local friends & a 5-course lunch
OVERVIEW
DATES: May 3-9, 2026
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer King
COST: $7800 USD (inclusive - see below)
GROUP SIZE: 8 Participants
EXPERIENCE: Beginner*, Intermediate & Advanced
FITNESS LEVEL: Easy to Moderate (see details below)
*Beginners should have a working knowledge of their camera & settings.
TUSCAN HILLSIDES
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MEDIEVAL VILLAGES
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WINE TASTING
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PRIVATE PHOTO OPS
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TUSCAN HILLSIDES 〰️ MEDIEVAL VILLAGES 〰️ WINE TASTING 〰️ PRIVATE PHOTO OPS 〰️
ITINERARY
DEPARTURE MAY 2
- Depart the US for FCO, Rome, Italy
DAY 1 MAY 3
Most international flights from the US are overnight with early morning arrivals. You will be transferred from your arriving flight in (FCO) Rome, Italy to your accommodation in San Quirico. The afternoon is at your leisure. You may choose to enjoy the hotel pools and sauna, or simply take a 5-minute walk to the gates of a medieval town.
Welcome Dinner at 7pm with a sampling of Prosecco and local wine with dinner. The restaurant is on the hotel property and overlooks some of the most photographed views in the region.
DAY 2 MAY 4
Sunrise photo session followed by return to hotel for breakfast. Each day we will a visit a medieval village and photograph. Afternoon break followed by sunset photo session.
DAY 3 MAY 5
Sunrise photo session followed by return to hotel for breakfast. Visit and photograph a medieval, includes wine tasting. Afternoon break followed by sunset photo session.
DAY 5 MAY 7
Sunrise photo session followed by breakfast.
We are friends with the owners of the property where many films, such as Gladiator, have been filmed. Enjoy a home-cooked 5-course Pronzo at the Villa, roam the beautiful landscape with your camera.
DAY 6 MAY 8
Sunrise photo session followed by return to hotel for breakfast. Visit and photograph a medieval. Afternoon break followed by sunset photo session.
DAY 7 MAY 9
Breakfast followed by transport to the Rome, Italy (FCO) airport.
PROCESSING IMAGES: We will process images when possible throughout the workshop. We have learned after 10 years of workshops in Tuscany, that most people prefer to explore rather than sit in class. If we do not process during our time in Tuscany, we will have a remote processing class online after our return home for all who attend.
Prepare For Your Photo Workshop!
INCLUDES
Lodging - 6 nights at boutique hotel (overlooking the Tuscan hillside) included, based double occupancy-private room available for additional $1600 USD
Lodging Amenities available; Spa Deluxe with use of indoor pool (including sauna and hydro massage), outdoor pool (with views that look over Tuscany), billiards room and fitness room
Transportation - Group transportation is provided throughout the workshop
Welcome Dinner - Prosecco, local wine, fantastic Italian food!
Breakfasts* - Breakfast daily
All other meals are NOT included in the workshop fee, but we like to dine as a group to discuss the day’s events and be on hand for any questions.
Private Photo Session & Lunch at the famous ‘Gladiator’ house and property - includes 5 course Pronzo (lunch)
Wine Tasting included
Historic Medieval Village visits
Sunrise & sunset photo sessions
Professional Instruction during field sessions
Processing Class on site or via Zoom after the workshop
*Breakfast is included with your lodging. However, if we photograph longer than breakfast hours, breakfast will be your financial responsibility.
NOT INCLUDED
Airfare to Rome, Italy
Meals - Meals not noted in Inclusions
Passport or Visa Fees - Europe is expected to introduce an Entry Visa in 2026 for visitors that live outside of the European Union. We will provide information when the application becomes available
Trip Insurance - Please read our full Cancellation and Refund Policy prior to registration
Gratuity - While lodging is included, you are responsible for gratuity paid to housekeeping, guides, and drivers
Specific Spa Treatments - massages and facials are available, but are not included in your cost. Please arrange these services directly with the concierge
Incidentals
Please review prior to registration as there are non-refundable and non-transferrable fees associated with each workshop.
Airport & Arrival Info
FCO - Rome, Italy
Please plan your arrival to FCO by 1pm on May 3.
Please plan your return flight at FCO after 12pm on May 9.
Transportation
Round-trip group transportation is arranged from the Rome FCO airport. If you choose to arrive at a different airport, please taxi to our hotel.
Transportation is provided to shot locations throughout the workshop.
Fitness Level - Moderate
Tuscany is built on hills and in valleys. This requires you to have the ability to walk on ground and in villages with steep hills. Moderate fitness levels required.