Franco has been hosting riders for more than 20 years, and has become well known both in Italy and other countries for his quality horses and experienced guides. Franco is a skilled guide and horseman with years of experience as a horse trainer and riding instructor. The horses are very well trained and ridden in the western style. The farm is located in the middle of typical Tuscan countryside with olive groves, vineyards and woods surrounding the old courtyards, towers and castles. The farm is traditionally Tuscan, with a warm and relaxed atmosphere.
The farm offers horse lovers a wonderful setting with its typical stone house surrounded by green pastures and the beautiful olive groves, and you can even make your own olive oil. The atmosphere is warm, friendly and relaxed, far from a formal hotel.
Here you can choose a week-long farm program with 12 or 18 hours riding. You arrive on Saturday and familiarize yourself with the farm and greet the horses. Sunday begins with a lesson, allowing you and the horse to understand each other, and you get insight into how Franco's western-oriented riding philosophy works. The day continues with a ride in the surrounding countryside.
When not riding you can relax with walks in the surrounding area, you can walk a short distance to a nice swimming pool or visit Florence, Siena or San Giminiano. It is recommended to take a car, but it is also possible to organize a taxi.
