Vineyards, Trails & Tranquillity: Unique Experiences at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo

Set within 460 hectares of undisturbed countryside near Urbino, Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo is not just a place to stay—it's a destination in itself.

Whether you’re visiting for a weekend retreat or a longer restorative escape, the estate invites you to slow down, reconnect, and experience the land through all five senses.

Here’s how to make the most of your time at this eco-chic oasis in the heart of Le Marche.

🍇 Wine Experiences: From Vineyard to Glass

Wine is at the heart of life at the Tenuta. Organically cultivated since 1997, the estate’s vineyards produce beautiful expressions of native grapes—Verdicchio, Sangiovese, Montepulciano—and you’re invited to explore them up close.

Daily Wine Tour

Start your day with a stroll through the vines followed by a guided tasting of 5 estate wines, paired with bread and house-made organic olive oil.

 

🕥 Daily at 10:30am (English) | 5:00pm (Italian)

⏱️ 1.5 hours | 💶 €25 per person

Exclusive Private Wine Tour

For something more indulgent, join a small group tasting accompanied by regional delicacies like Crescia sfogliata di Urbino, Prosciutto di Carpegna DOP, and Casciotta d’Urbino DOP.

 

🍷 6 wines + local tasting platter | Min. 6 people

⏱️ 2 hours | 💶 €35 per person

Whether you’re a budding enthusiast or a seasoned sipper, every experience is warm, informative, and deeply rooted in the estate’s philosophy.

Guests enjoying a guided wine tasting at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo with local delicacies
 

A relaxed moment of wine tasting in the garden, where guests sample estate wines and local cured meats

 

🚲 E-Bike Adventures & Cycling Tours

The rolling Montefeltro landscape was made for exploring on two wheels. At the Tenuta, electric mountain bikes make the hills accessible to everyone.

Self-Guided Rides

🕗 Half-day: €40 | Full day: €60

Cycle at your own pace across vineyards, forest trails, and quiet lanes.

The Grand Tour

Join a guided ride to the Monastery of Montebello and the Girolomoni organic pasta factory—a full-day adventure that combines culture, scenery, and local flavours.

Expect scenic climbs, farmhouse stories, and a pasta lunch that feels truly earned.

Cyclists riding e-bikes through vineyard trails at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo
 

Guests explore the rolling trails of the estate by e-bike, weaving through vineyards and countryside paths

 

🥾 Walks & Nature Trails

For those who prefer to wander on foot, the estate offers over 12 km of walking trails, each designed to reveal a different facet of the countryside.

🖼️ Arte e Vigneti (1.7 km, Easy, 35 min): Stroll through the vineyards and discover hidden sculptures

💧 Sentiero dell’Acqua (5.5 km, Medium, 70 min): Follow the river Foglia, spotting shells and birds

🌄 Le Crete (4.15 km, Challenging, 90 min): Reach panoramic viewpoints and ancient ruins through dramatic clay gullies

📌 Want a local guide? Ask about hikes with a certified CAI mountain leader.

Panoramic view of vineyards and rolling hills at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo in Le Marche
 

Rows of organic vines stretch across the estate, framed by cypress trees and the soft hills of Montefeltro

 

🧘 Wellness in Nature

The spa here isn’t flashy—it’s thoughtful. You’ll find Turkish baths, saunas, massage rooms, and outdoor hydrotherapy pools set in gardens that hum with birdsong.

But the real wellness? That comes from the silence. From breathing in clean air. From stretching in a yoga room with sunrise views over the vineyards.

Here, wellness isn’t a service. It’s the setting.

Outdoor massage session in a shaded wellness pavilion at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo
 

A guest enjoys a relaxing massage in the estate’s open-air pavilion, surrounded by vineyards and natural tranquillity

 

🐴 Horseback Riding: Ride the Montefeltro Hills

For something both grounding and exhilarating, saddle up with Urbino Horses, the estate’s professional riding centre set along the river.

🐎 Horseback Tours (16+): 1.5hr rides through woods and vineyards | €60 pp

🧒 Lessons (age 6+): Individual or group sessions from €20

🐣 “Baptism of the Saddle” (ages 3–6): A child’s first trot | €20

Experienced instructors from the Italian Equestrian Federation guide you at your pace—perfect for curious first-timers and lifelong riders alike.

Horseback riders exploring the Montefeltro hills at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo with professional guides
 

Explore the Montefeltro countryside on horseback with certified instructors from Urbino Horses—an unforgettable adventure for all experience levels

 

Who is this for?

🍷 Wine lovers who want to taste where it’s grown

🧘‍♂️ Wellness seekers craving nature and space

🚶‍♀️ Active travellers looking for countryside trails and bike rides

🐴 Families and couples eager for soft adventure

🌱 Eco-conscious explorers who value sustainability with style

In Summary

Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo isn’t a hotel with add-ons. It’s a lifestyle—gently encouraging you to take part, to taste, to move, to breathe.

Guests reviewing a nature trail map at Tenuta Santi Giacomo e Filippo in a wooded area
 

Planning a walk through the estate’s 12 km of marked trails, guided by a detailed map of the natural landscape

 

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