The Writer’s Digest Writing Retreat: Tuscany strives to operate according to our published itinerary. However, in the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control or opportunities that would enhance the itinerary, adjustments may be necessary.
In preparation for these site visits, the editors of WD will offer suggested readings from writers who’ve written specifically about places and artworks that we’ll see. These readings will include poems, essays, memoirs, and novels spanning centuries.
AT A GLANCE
Sunday, April 11: Arrive in Florence
Monday, April 12: Morning: Travel to Tenuta di Spannocchia; Afternoon: Group Discussion
Tuesday, April 13: Morning: Group Pasta Making Class or 1-1 Consultations/Writing Time; Afternoon: Group Writing Time and AMA
Wednesday, April 14: Morning: Group Pasta Making Class or 1-1 Consultations and Writing Time; Afternoon: Group Writing Time and AMA
Thursday, April 15: All Day: Trip to Siena
Friday, April 16: Morning: Writing Time; Afternoon: Group Discussion and Open Mic
Saturday, April 17: Morning: Travel to Florence; Afternoon: Explore Florence on Your Own
Sunday, April 18: Departure
Pricing
Retreat Price Includes:
- 4-star hotel in Florence
- 5 nights on a nature reserve in the hills of Tuscany, an 1,100-acre organic farm, Tenuta di Spannocchia
- All breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 5 dinners
- Dedicated writing time, instruction, and 1-1 coaching in the scenic Tuscan countryside
Retreat Price Excludes:
- Airfare. Each retreat member books their own flight to Florence Airport (FLR) for arrival on April 11, 2027.
- Travel insurance (required)
- 2 lunches, 2 dinners + all drinks/snacks
- Tips to coach driver
Payment Schedule:
A $1,500 (USD) deposit is due when you book your tour.
Final payment, in full, is due on January 31, 2027.
After January 31, 2027, please contact us to confirm that there are still spots available on this retreat. If we are able to accommodate your reservation, full payment, reservation form and proof of insurance will be due immediately.
NOTE: Writer’s Digest Writing Retreat offers thoughtfully arranged retreats. Each tour is guaranteed to proceed as soon as the minimum of 12 reservations has been met. If our reservation minimum is not met, Writer’s Digest Writing Retreat reserves the right to cancel the tour. Deposits/payments will be refunded in full if the tour is canceled.
If you need to cancel your reservation, the deposit and final payment are fully refundable until the deposit deadline, December 31, 2026. After December 31, 2026, we are not able to refund the deposit. After January 31, 2027, no refunds for deposit or final payment will be issued.
Please DO NOT make your airline reservations until Writer’s Digest Writing Retreat has guaranteed (by email) that the tour will proceed.
Please visit the main web page for Terms and Conditions, the reservation form, and more retreat information.
https://writersdigestshop.com/pages/tour/writingretreat-2027apr-italy
