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Idyllic Resort Provides Guests with Insider Access to Tuscany’s Most Highly-Anticipated Annual Celebrations, including an Opera Performance and Palio Iconic Horse Race
April 18, 2018
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, the bucolic Tuscan resort that distinctly embodies Rosewood’s A Sense of Place philosophy, has announced a series of special experiences for the summer season. From insider access to the annual concert featuring famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli to a behind the scenes look at Siena’s historic Palio horse race, guests of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco can partake in the best of the region’s cultural offerings. This summer, the iconic estate founded by Massimo and Chiara Ferragamo will continue to showcase some of Tuscany’s most beloved traditions and celebrations.
On July 25, 2019, famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will once again perform at Teatro del Silenzio, an open-air amphitheater in the charming countryside of Lajatico, Bocelli’s hometown located a two-hour drive from Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco. Ideal for music-lovers, the resort’s three-night Bocelli Package invites travelers to enjoy the impressive performer’s annual concert, accompanied by an extraordinary orchestra, as well as a choir, dancers, and international special guests.
Bocelli Package Includes:
Price starts at EURO 2,820 per night in a junior suite
Tradition-seeking travelers interested in one of Tuscany’s most historic and exciting events can take advantage of the Private Palio Experience, which Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco is offering in honor of the popular Il Palio di Siena horse race, which is set to take place on July 2nd and August 16th. Each year, the iconic horse racing event attracts thousands of travelers from around the world and features horses with jockeys riding bareback and dressed in colored silks representative of their personal contrada, or district. Through the resort’s Private Palio Experience, travelers can discover the rich history and traditions of the horse race from a historic private notable palace overlooking the Piazza - square.
Private Palio Experience includes:
Price starts at EURO 8,300, accommodating up to three guests per window