Find Wild Horses, Find Yourself in Italy 2026!

  Guided exploration with Monika Sandberger. 

Florence, the heart of Tuscany, is a city where art, history, and beauty meet at every turn. From Michelangelo’s David to the Duomo’s soaring dome, Renaissance masterpieces fill its streets and piazzas. 

Wander across the Ponte Vecchio, listen to church bells echo through narrow lanes, and savor the flavors of Tuscan cuisine in this timeless cradle of culture.

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 Independent time in Florence.  

 This is your day to explore Florence at your own pace. Wander through cobblestone streets, linger in sunlit piazzas, or lose yourself in world-renowned museums and galleries. 

Sip an espresso at a café, browse artisan shops and markets, or simply sit along the Arno and watch the city’s rhythm unfold. 

Whether you’re drawn to art, food, fashion, or quiet reflection, Florence offers endless ways to make the day your own. 

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  Professionally guided tour with Monika Sandberger and bike ride along the medieval walls.  

 Lucca, a charming Tuscan city encircled by well-preserved Renaissance walls, is a treasure of art, history, and everyday Italian life. 

Stroll or cycle along the tree-lined ramparts for sweeping views of red-tiled roofs and church towers, wander cobblestone streets filled with artisan shops and cafés, and feel the rhythm of a city that blends timeless beauty with a relaxed, welcoming spirit. 

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  Morning interactive session with wild Calvana horses, once injured, now under the stewardship of Dr. Santi, followed by a full day photographing the wild Calvana herds in the mountains with Dr. Santi. Picnic lunch. 

 High in the Tuscan hills of Mount Calvana, re-wilded horses roam, living symbols of freedom and resilience. Having returned to their natural rhythms, they graze across limestone ridges and grasslands, moving together as a herd shaped by the land itself.

 Their presence is both rare and profound—a reminder of the wild spirit that endures in Italy’s countryside and in the passionate human hearts devoted to preserving and protecting them. 

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Afternoon wine tasting and an optional photography workshop with Sandy.  

Today invites you to slow down and enjoy the rhythms of life at Agriturismo Corboli. Spend the morning walking the paths, interacting with the farm animals, hiking the rolling hills, journaling, or taking a refreshing dip in the pool. 

For those interested, Sandy will offer an optional photography editing workshop, providing an opportunity to refine the images captured during your journey. 

In the late afternoon, we’ll gather for a wine tasting to experience Tuscany. Rooted in care and tradition, Tuscan wines embody the very soul of the region—rich, timeless, and meant to be savored. 

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  Second day of wild horse photography. Closing circle, farewell festival dinner, and group slideshow presentation. 

  Today brings another extraordinary opportunity to photograph the wild horses of Calvana—an experience that deepens your connection with these magnificent animals and allows you to refine your visual storytelling. 

In the evening, we’ll come together for a festive farewell dinner, a joy-filled slideshow presentation of the week’s photography, and a chance to celebrate the beauty, friendship, and creativity that have unfolded on this journey. 

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  Session I - May 5th departure

 Session II - May 14th departure 

Private group transfer to Florence Airport (FLR). Flights are to depart after 1:00 pm. 

  You’ll carry home more than memories—you’ll bring with you the essence of Italy’s timeless art, the beauty of Florence, the wild freedom of the Calvana horses, and the flavors of a rich culinary heritage. Woven through it all are the deeper threads of connection: to your senses, to the land, and to one another. 

Expect not only to be inspired and renewed, but to leave with friendships that feel like family, and insights that continue to shape your journey long after the retreat has ended.  

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