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MONTICCHIELLO, SI, ITALY

09.08.2025 - 09.10.2025

TRANSPORTATION

Airport:
The closest airport is Florence Peretola (FLR), approximately a 1.5-hour drive from the venue. You may also opt to fly into Rome, then a road trip to the venue about 2.5 hours from there.

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We've created a spreadsheet template to help you compare flight costs while you choose which airports to come in and out of. You can access it here, on Google Sheets. Select "File" > "Make a Copy" to edit and plan privately.

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Car Rental:

We recommend renting a car at the airport for convenient travel to and from the venue. A car is essential for exploring Tuscany beyond the main cities, and we advise booking rental cars in advance to ensure availability and secure competitive rates. Good news for our Canadian and American guests: Italians drive on the right side of the road!

 

For guests arriving at Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) or Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), several reputable car rental companies are available:

Florence Peretola Airport Car Rentals:

Rome Fiumicino Airport Car Rentals:

Taxi:

To hire a driver for transfer from the airport to your hotel, we recommend booking one of the following services in advance to ensure availability and confirm pricing.

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Once in the countryside, only local taxi services are available, and they do not operate 24/7. However, our venue will assist guests by providing contact details for reliable local drivers during their stay.

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Train:
The nearest train station is Chiusi-Chianciano. You can take a 3-hour train from Florence to Monticchiello and then hire a private car from the list above to reach the venue.

 

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Visa Information:
If you are Canadian or American, you will not need a visa to travel to Italy.

Just make sure your passport is up to date.

VENUE

All scheduled wedding events will be at the beautiful Terre di Nano, a 19th-century country estate surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, rolling hills and woods. Weather permitting, the celebrations will take place outdoors.

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Beyond the scheduled wedding events, you’re welcome to take full advantage of everything the estate offers. Whether you’re staying on-site or in nearby accommodations, feel free to enjoy a swim in one of the two outdoor pools, visit the charming farm animals, or explore the olive grove during your downtime. The estate is yours to enjoy.

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The venue is in Val d’Orcia, South of Tuscany, very close to delightful Montepulciano and Pienza, where you can experience the Tuscan life while enjoying excellent locally sourced food and wine, all while admiring breathtaking views. 

ACCOMODATIONS

You're welcome to stay on-site in one of the beautiful rooms at Terre di Nano, subject to availability. Rooms are €190 per night, including breakfast. To secure a room, you must select Terre di Nano as your lodging choice when you RSVP. Payment will be taken at check-in, but bookings must go through us as we've reserved the entire property. You cannot book directly with the venue.

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Rooms can be shared, and many have twin beds that can be kept separate or pushed together to form a queen. If you’re sharing a room with another guest who has RSVP’d separately, please reach out to us so we can pair you together. Once all rooms are filled, we will remove Terre di Nano from the RSVP form as a lodging option.

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If you'd prefer to stay elsewhere, we've compiled a list of charming hotels and intimate bed & breakfasts, all personally recommended by our wedding planner, a local expert on the area. You will need to book off-site accommodations directly with the hotel.

DRESS CODE

We recommend formal cocktail attire for scheduled wedding events such as the ceremony, reception, and welcome party. Don't be afraid to go for vibrant colours and dramatic shapes. The slideshow below can be used as a mood reference and inspiration for scheduled events.

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Feel free to wear resort casual attire between scheduled events and the morning after the wedding. It will likely be warm and sunny on our wedding weekend.

EVENTS TIMELINE

  • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM: Afro-Indigenous Welcome Party at the Rose Garden

    • Cocktails, wine and BBQ served

    • Opening toasts from the family of the bride & groom

  • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Ceremony​ at the Fountain

     

    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Aperitivo on the Terrace

    • Cocktails and antipasti (appetizers) served

     

    6:30 PM - 8:00 PM: Dinner

    • Primi piatti (first course) and secondi piatti (second course) served

    • Live music and toasts

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    8:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Cake Cutting Ceremony

    • Italian wedding cake served

    • Live music and dancing

     

    9:00 PM - 12:00 AM: Party

    • Live DJ Set and dancing

    • Open bar and wood-fired pizza

  • 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Wine Tour​

    • Wine tour around Terre di Nano vineyard

    • Wine tasting and light lunch

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    *Note: We plan for a smaller group to attend the wine tour, so please be in touch if this is of special interest to you. Otherwise, you can plan this as a travel day or a day to relax and explore the beautiful venue and surrounding towns.

  • The estate is exclusively ours from 4:30 PM on September 8 to 2:00 PM on September 10.

    Here are some ideal times to relax and enjoy the grounds:

    • Afternoon Before the Welcome Party (4:30 PM – 7:00 PM): Take a refreshing dip in the pool or visit the farm animals before the evening festivities begin.

    • Morning of the Wedding (before 4:00 PM): Enjoy a peaceful stroll through the olive grove or a swim to start your day.

    • Day After the Wedding (before 1:00 PM): Take a final swim or explore the estate one last time before saying goodbye.

     

    On-Site Activities

    • Bocce: Play a game of bocce, the Italian equivalent of lawn bowling, on the estate’s grounds.

    • Swimming: Relax by the pool, which offers breathtaking views of the valley and the charming town of Pienza.

    • Walking and Hiking: Wander through the estate’s vineyards, olive groves, and surrounding countryside.

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    Nearby Towns

    • Montepulciano: Discover this medieval town with Renaissance palaces, ancient churches, and the renowned Vino Nobile wine.

    • Pienza: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its Renaissance architecture and pecorino cheese.

    • Monticchiello: Visit this historic fortified village with narrow streets and the ancient Teatro Povero.

     

    *Note: Guests staying at Terre di Nano must check out of their rooms by 10:00 AM on the final day. However, you are welcome to store your bags at reception and continue enjoying the estate until 2:00 PM.

LOCAL DINING & ACTIVITIES

Activities

  • Vespa and Bike Rentals: Rent a Vespa or e-bike to explore the scenic landscapes of Val d'Orcia.

  • Horseback Riding: Experience the region’s natural beauty on horseback.

  • Alpaca Experience: Visit alpacas at a vibrant, eco-conscious, and ethical farm nestled in the scenic countryside of Chianciano Terme.

  • Cheese Tour: Tuscany is renowned for its Pecorino. At Cugusi, you can tour the dairy, meet the sheep, or shop.

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Dining

A NOTE ON GIFTS

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all, and we are deeply grateful for the time, effort, and expense it takes to join us in Italy. We feel truly blessed and ask for nothing more than your company. For those who wish to extend their generosity further, we've registered with Zola. Contributions would be warmly received and will help us as we begin building our life together.

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