The Southern Tuscan countryside is a patchwork of vineyards and olive groves, ancient forests, and fields of wheat and barley.
There are long views over rolling hills, many crowned with medieval towns and villages. A wealth of art and architecture awaits. You will be walking through some of Italy’s best wine producing areas with opportunities to taste at the friendly ‘enoticas’ - Brunello from Montalcino, Vino Nobile from Montepulciano and Chianti from Chianti of course.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrive Siena, probably the best-preserved great medieval cityin Europe.
Day 2
Transfer to Monte Oliveto Maggiore then walk over open hills and through the landscape of the ‘Crete Senesi’ before a long climb through the famous Brunello vineyards to the crag top, medieval town of Montalcino (6 hours - can be shortened).
Day 3
Circuit walk to the Benedictine Monastery of Sant’Antimo (3 hours). Afternoon free to explore Montalcino.
Day 4
Depart Montalcino and walk to the little spa village of Bagno Vignoni (4 hours).
Day 5
Walk to the Rennaisance town of Pienza. If time permits, visit the Palazzo Piccolomini, Duomo and museum.
Day 6
Last walk leads across open countryside from Pienza to the Renaissance hilltop town of Montepulciano. Inside the walls the streets are crammed with Renaissance-style palazzi and churches, but the town is chiefl y known for its good local “Vino Nobile” wines (3.5 hours walking).
Day 7
Tour ends after breakfast.
Terrian:
Moderate to easy walking in hilly countryside, on small dirt roads, mule tracks and woodland trails. Shortest day is 3 hours and longest is 6 hours. Steep ascent to Montalcino.
Meals:
Breakfast daily.
Price 2011:
From €767 per person in a double room
Single Supplement: €175 when travelling with others; alone €244
Price in group of 4: from €704 per person in double or twin room
Price in group of 3: from €692 per person in triple room
Schedule: 2011
April – October start any day
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