A Thoughtful Guide
What to Pack for Tuscany.
Seven nights, eight days — mornings on red clay, afternoons in vineyards and hilltop towns, evenings that begin at dusk and end unhurried. Here is everything you'll want, and nothing you won't.
Volley & Vine Retreats
What to Pack for Tuscany
Seven nights, eight days. April 25 – May 2, 2027.
Essentials
The quiet non-negotiables — the things that make the rest of the week effortless.
- ☐ Passport
- ☐ Driver's License
- ☐ Travel Insurance Information
- ☐ Credit Card
- ☐ Debit Card
- ☐ Cash (Euros)
- ☐ Phone
- ☐ Phone Charger
- ☐ Portable Charger
- ☐ European Plug Adapter (Type C, F & L)
- ☐ Prescription Medications
- ☐ Copies of Important Documents
- ☐ Travel Wallet
Tennis
You'll play every morning on Italian red clay. Pack for daily play — light layers, breathable fabrics, and shoes you love.
Tennis balls are provided.
- ☐ 4–5 tennis outfits
- ☐ 2–3 extra athletic shirts
- ☐ Tennis shoes
- ☐ Clay court shoes (if preferred)
- ☐ Tennis socks
- ☐ Hat or visor
- ☐ Sunglasses
- ☐ Tennis bag
- ☐ Racquet(s)
- ☐ Extra strings
- ☐ Dampener
- ☐ Overgrips
- ☐ Wristbands
- ☐ Sunscreen
- ☐ Reusable water bottle
Tennis balls are provided.
Daytime Clothing
For sightseeing through hilltop towns, long lunches, and afternoons in vineyards and olive groves. Choose comfort you can walk in.
- ☐ Linen shirts
- ☐ Polo shirts
- ☐ Casual dresses
- ☐ Shorts
- ☐ Lightweight pants
- ☐ Comfortable walking shoes
- ☐ White sneakers
- ☐ Crossbody bag
- ☐ Light sweater
- ☐ Sunglasses
- ☐ Sun hat
Evening Attire — Women
Most dinners are upscale but relaxed. Think summer elegance, not black tie.
- ☐ Summer dresses
- ☐ Linen pants
- ☐ Nice tops
- ☐ Sandals
- ☐ Comfortable wedges
Evening Attire — Men
Upscale but relaxed. No formal attire required.
- ☐ Linen button-down shirts
- ☐ Nice polo shirts
- ☐ Chinos
- ☐ Loafers
- ☐ Clean sneakers
Optional Items
Nothing required — just small comforts and small pleasures.
- ☐ Camera
- ☐ GoPro
- ☐ Kindle
- ☐ Notebook
- ☐ Small umbrella
- ☐ Travel-size laundry detergent
- ☐ Bathing suit
- ☐ Workout clothes
- ☐ Portable speaker
- ☐ Travel pillow
- ☐ Eye mask
- ☐ Reusable shopping tote
- ☐ Wine suitcase protector
Don't Forget
A short list to run through the night before you leave.
- ☐ Passport
- ☐ Travel Insurance
- ☐ Tennis Racquet
- ☐ White Party Outfit
- ☐ Chargers
- ☐ Comfortable Walking Shoes
Signature Evening
The White Party
Every guest packs one all-white outfit for our signature White Party — a candlelit evening under Tuscan stars, glasses raised, everyone in white.
Women
Men
Late April / Early May
Weather in Tuscany
Bring layers. Mornings are cool, afternoons golden, evenings soft.
Morning
55–60°F
Cool, dewy clay — bring a light layer for warm-up.
Afternoon
70–75°F
Golden Tuscan sun — linen and sunglasses.
Evening
55–65°F
A soft chill at dusk — a light sweater is perfect.
The Week, Day by Day
Daily Outfit Guide
A gentle sketch of what to wear each day — so you can pack with the whole week in mind.
Day 1
Arrival + Welcome Cocktail + Dinner
Resort chic — linen, a soft palette, easy elegance.
Day 2
Tennis · Sightseeing · Dinner
Tennis in the morning · casual sightseeing clothes in the afternoon · smart casual for dinner.
Day 3
Tennis · Florence · Elegant Dinner
Tennis attire · walking shoes for Florence · an elegant dinner outfit.
Day 4
Tennis · Lucca & Pisa · Relaxed Evening
Tennis attire · comfortable clothes for exploring · relaxed evening.
Day 5
Tennis · Winery Lunch · Dinner
Tennis attire · winery lunch look · stylish but comfortable for dinner.
Day 6
Tennis · San Gimignano · Dinner
Tennis attire · easy sightseeing pieces · a warm evening dinner.
Day 7
Tennis · Cooking Class · The White Party · Farewell Dinner
Tennis attire · comfortable cooking-class clothes · your all-white outfit for the White Party and farewell dinner.
Day 8
Departure
Comfortable travel clothes for the journey home.
Room for the Return
Shopping in Italy
Leave a little extra room in your suitcase. Guests often return with —
A foldable duffel or an expandable suitcase is a small kindness to your future self.
At the Villa
Laundry
Laundry service is available at the villa for a small fee — perfect for a mid-week refresh of tennis whites. Your concierge will arrange it on request.
The Feeling
Tuscany Style Inspiration
Think of a wardrobe you'd photograph in soft afternoon light — nothing precious, nothing fussy.
- Neutral colors
- Linen
- Elegant but relaxed
- European chic
- Comfortable luxury
A note from us
The goal isn't to overpack — it's to pack confidently. We've thoughtfully planned every detail of your journey so you can focus on enjoying Tuscany, playing incredible tennis, and making unforgettable memories. If you forget something, don't worry — we're here to help.
— Volley & Vine