Magical Tuscany & the Portofino Peninsula 10 days

What's Included

• The services of Peregrine's expert English-speaking local tour leader.

• Sightseeing (including entrance fees where relevant): Montepulciano, Pienza, Siena, Monteriggioni, Colle Val d’Elsa, Volterra, Riomaggiore, Santa Margherita Ligure, Portofino and Camogli.

• Walking tour of lesser-known Florence.

• Walks from 16th century Chiesa di San Biagio to Monticchiello; Val d'Orcia to spa town of Bagno Vignoni; La Via dell'Amore in the Cinque Terre; Santa Margherita to Portofino including 'Valley of Mills'; and Camogli to western Portofino Peninsula.

• Boat ride to 11th century Abbey of San Fruttuoso.

• Free time to explore Florence, Arezzo, Montepulciano, Siena, Volterra and Portofino.

 

Highlight of Highlights - Pick of the trip

Walking in Tuscany

Walk into a picturesque valley heading through vineyards, olive groves, past pastel coloured villas and across rolling hills to Montichiello. Enjoy a flavoursome lunch under the welcome shade of creeping grapevines with a stunning view out upon Montichiello's ancient main village gateway.

Accommodation, Transport & Meals

Transport

• Boat
• Local bus
• Private vehicle
• Train

Accommodation

• 9 nights Comfortable hotel

Meals

• 9 breakfasts
• 2 lunches
• 4 dinners

Not Included

International flights, arrival and departure transfers, departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, drinks, optional additional tours or activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.

Vaccinations

Vaccinations may be required or recommended for this trip so you should consult with your travel doctor to obtain the latest up to date information. It is your responsibility to ensure that you obtain any vaccinations or preventative medicines for the countries you are visiting – or any which may be required by your home country upon your return.

For travellers from Australia and New Zealand, we recommend the Travel Doctor-TMVC clinics (see www.traveldoctor.com.au or phone 1300 658 844 for an appointment in Australia). Travellers from countries other than Australia and New Zealand should contact similar organisations or their travel doctor for advice. General health and vaccination information is available to all travellers at
www.traveldoctor.com.au/travelreport. Some vaccines require more than one dose, so arrange for your visit at least 4-6 weeks before you travel.