Magical Tuscany & Portofino Peninsula 10 days

Beginning in Florence, the city that gave birth to the Renaissance, we move southeast to the village in the sky – Montepulciano and it’s labyrinthine cobblestone streets lined by boutiques and wine cellars. We wander across postcard perfect meadows and olive groves dotted with pastel coloured farmhouses and visit charming villages such as Monticchiello and Bagno Vignoni hidden to mass-tourism by their location and tiny size. Siena a city of refinement and class is then our home for the next two days before continuing to the hilltop village of Volterra famed for its magnificent sunsets and Etruscan ruins dating back over 2000 years. Next glamour and glorious coastal scenery await our exploration from our base in charming Santa Margherita. From here we will make excursions to Portofino and the Cinque Terre. Landscapes, history, wine and culture highlight our ten fabulous days of discovery.

Trip Highlights

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  Walk Limone and surrounds, Lake Garda

  

  Take the Bernina Express to Tirano

  

  Discover Cilento National Park

  

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  Tour Sicily’s baroque towns – Noto, Ragusa & Modica

  

  Walk Lovers’ Lane, Cinque Terre

  

  Venice

  

  Into the Valnerina on foot

  

  Umbrian food

  

  Tuscan towns and villages – Montepulciano, Volterra and Colle di Val d’Elsa

  

  Take in Taormina’s theatre

  

  Spoleto

  

  Take a walk around Spello

  

  Sip bellinis in Harry’s Bar, Venice

  

  Walk along the Portofino Peninsula

  

  Porto Venere

  

  Hunt for the perfect pizza in Naples

  

  Palermo

  

  Visit the Greek temples of Paestum

  

  Atop Mount Etna

  

  Walk through Matera’s stone houses

  

  Lake Como from Mount Grona

  

  Return to Il Campo, Siena

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Past Travellers' Ratings & Comments

• • five

  Be open to experiencing another culture so you don't expect things to be like "at home."  Make the most of the other people on the tour and their experiences.

  – Dianne, Goodwood, SA, November 3rd 2009

• • four

  From a totally selfish perspective, I found the constant adjustment of the routes and terrains to allow for those less prepared for the nature of the trek was annoying and a little unfair. I realise how difficult it is to ensure that those undertaking the trek understand what is involved. However I signed up for a particular level of activity and was disappointed that it had to be modified for those less able.or willing.  We were still able to complete most of the specified walks and all credit to Chiara for her adaptability and sensitivity.

  – Ulrike, Shoreham, VIC, July 12th 2010