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Wander your way through Italy's idyllic countryside, hiking on ancient footpaths, sampling its finest food and wine along with its rural pace and way of life.
The landscape of neighboring Tuscany and Umbria is soul-stirring, with its sweeping vistas of vineyard-cloaked hills and stately cypress trees ringing storied hill towns. The scenery is rich in natural beauty, and reminiscent of early civilizations. Distinguished by its fascinating history, the region is noted for its unique culture and architecture. This is a place where the union of art and nature has been celebrated for thousands of years. This favorite Italy walking tour takes us across the vibrant countryside, down ancient footpaths, across fertile valleys, and through picturesque towns. Tuscany and Umbria is a land of bountiful harvests and flavors, and our journey becomes as much a culinary and Italian wine tour as it is a walking tour. At day's end, we relax in the region's most charming hotels and savor hearty Tuscan cuisine that is complemented by memorable local wines.
Itinerary at a Glance
Days 1-2
Meet for a walking tour of Siena, Italy, a walled city of fascinating Gothic architecture. Transfer to the lovely town of Scansano, in the heart of Tuscany's Maremma region. Explore ancient Etruscan sites and beautiful coastline, in a region that is home to Italian cowboys.
Days 3-4
Transfer to the hill town of Montalcino. Indulge in tasting one of Italy's best red wines, the famous Brunello. A short drive brings us to Montepulciano, where we begin a walk through idyllic countryside to the tiny Renaissance village of Pienza.
Days 5-7
In the hilltop village of Spello, explore the walled village with signs of its Roman, Gothic, and Renaissance splendor unveiled through its narrow cobblestone streets. Hike through the Natural Park of Mount Subasio. Enjoy a tasting of fine local wines. Dine on the culinary specialties of Umbria, a region of distinctive styles and flavors.
Day 8
Visit Assisi, the enclosed city of basilicas, Roman temples, and castles. Transfer to Foligno for connecting trains, or to Florence, and say arrivederci.
Italy is a country meant to be savored. Our eight-day Italy walking and hiking tour through the rich regions of Tuscany and Umbria allows sufficient time, and moves at the proper relaxed pace, to experience all that is Italian - scenic countryside, fresh gourmet picnics, exceptional Brunello wines, and luxurious accommodations. If the Italians don't settle for anything but the finest, why should we?
Trip Dates 2010
Land Cost
$4,495 per person (ask about our special incentive price for 4 traveling together!)
$595 Single Supplement
Accommodations are based on double occupancy. A single supplement is paid by participants who specifically request single accommodations, subject to availability. If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, we will try to match you with a roommate of the same gender. If you reserve at least 90 days ahead and a roommate is not available, you will only be charged a “forced” single supplement in the amount of 50% of the standard single supplement (unless otherwise noted in the detailed itinerary). Single accommodations are limited so you are encouraged to reserve early!
What's Included
- Expert leadership
- All accommodations
- All meals except one lunch and two dinners
- All activities as noted in the itinerary
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