There’s something about Tuscany that makes time slow down in the best way possible. From the golden morning light to the clink of wine glasses at sunset, the Italian region is tailor-made for couples. It’s the perfect destination to reconnect, explore, and simply soak in la dolce vita.
Some couples come to Tuscany for a dreamy escape, while others plan a months-long adventure. Either way, your perfect romantic day is simpler to plan than you might think. Here’s your full itinerary—from sunrise to starlight.
Wake Up, Sunshine
Start your day the way every Italian dream should begin: sunlight slipping through wooden shutters, the smell of lavender in the air, and a soft breeze rolling over the hills. Booking a stay at a countryside agriturismo or a vineyard villa gives you that private, postcard-sequel setting.
You’ll be spoiled with breathtaking Tuscan landscapes right outside your window too.
But First: Pre-Travel Essentials
If you and your partner are traveling for several weeks or more, don’t forget to prep the small but important checklist items before leaving.
- Travel insurance
- Prescription refills
- Contraception
- Backup memory cards for your camera
- eSim services or roaming activation for your mobile devices
These responsibilities aren’t all that romantic, but they’ll help to make your trip all the more memorable if you don’t have to deal with unpleasant surprises. For instance, passion is sure to be infectious in one of the most romantic places in the world.
A long-acting contraceptive will be the best choice for couples who want peace of mind while traveling. Be sure to consult with your doctor ahead of time to make sure you’re covered, and make the best choice considering the options available.
It’s especially crucial not to rush this step in your excitement to get away, because of the lawsuit for Depo Provera highlighting the risks involved in certain contraceptive shots. Claims have been made about the increased risk of blood clots, brain tumors, bone density loss, and depression.
Make sure you’re covered, but do your research first. This way, nothing can take away from your romantic time together.
Al Fresco Breakfasts and Lazy Drives
Mornings in Tuscany beg for slow, intentional starts. Many countryside villas offer Instagrammable breakfast spreads: fresh ricotta, still-warm bread, figs plucked from the trees on the property…
Once you’ve set the tone for the day, hop in your rental (or scooter if you’re doing it right) and set off through the iconic Val d’Orcia. This UNESCO World Heritage landscape offers a backdrop of cypress trees, fields of gold, and vineyards that stretch to the horizon.
By mid-morning, you’ll be feeling peckish and ready for a pit stop in Pienza. Known as the birthplace of pecorino cheese, it’s the perfect spot to fuel up and also store up some bites for a picnic later.
While you’re in the area, you might as well swing by Bagno Vignoni for a midday soak in its historic thermal waters. This is uniquely revitalizing after a few days of train hopping or wandering along cobblestone streets. Romance factor? A solid ten.
But it doesn’t end there.
No romantic day in Tuscany is complete without rolling pasta dough together. This is true whether you consider you’re novices in the kitchen or seasoned pros.
It’s not so much the cooking class that adds value to your trip, but stealing kisses between sips of wine as you prepare a meal together. Visit Montepulciano or Cortana, known for their superb cooking classes.
Here you’ll learn how to cook regional dishes like pici pasta, wild boar ragu, or fresh ravioli. But more than the food, this is a bonding experience you’ll remember forever.
If nothing else, you’ll leave with recipes that instantly transport you both back to Tuscany whenever you make it back home.
The Golden Hour Love Fest
As the late afternoon light starts to spill across the hills, it’s time for the most romantic meal of the day. Head to a market and grab your favorite finds, like truffle cheese, Tuscan salami, ripe peaches, and of course, a bottle of Chianti or Vernaccia.
A quiet spot in a vineyard won’t be too hard to find. Pick the perfect view and lay out your spread. It’s one of the many moments Tuscany offers where you’ll feel like you have it all—good food, great view, and the best company to share it with.
It’s the perfect way to wind down from a day of experience and activity as night falls. This is when you’ll head to a nearby hilltop town like San Gimignano for a quiet evening stroll.
Grab a pistachio gelato and find a bench overlooking the valleys. Some nights, you’ll catch live music drifting from a courtyard. Others, you’ll share a moonlit moment of pure stillness under the stars.
Either way, this is the kind of travel adventure that stays with you.
