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Italian Gardens
Complementing the Tuscan Gardens itinerary, this trip makes a progression from further south, visiting some wonderful gardens, ancient and modern – all very different in character, Read more »
September 24, 2019
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Tuscan Gardens
May 24, 2013
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Three great centres of Italian gardens – Lucca, Florence and Siena, with outstanding Tuscan gardens representing their development from the early Renaissance through to modern times.. Three great centres of Italian gardens – Lucca, Florence & Siena Outstanding examples of the development of Tuscan gardens… . Time to explore the delightful city of Lucca… . Staying in the relaxed atmosphere Read more »
Florence to San Gimignano and Volterra
February 12, 2024
Posted by:Kate Whinney
A notable hike through archetypal Tuscan countryside from Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, to inspiring hilltop towns. Supreme art capitals, magnificent wines and food to match.. Hiking trip from to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance to Etruscan Volterra . Picturesque Chianti hills, with vineyards, olive groves and forests Landscapes punctuated by hilltop castles, stone villages and cypress trees Traverse the Read more »
Chianti Hills: Siena to Florence
April 22, 2013
Posted by:jstiles
Walk through the picturesque Chianti hills from Siena, the best-preserved great medieval city in Europe, to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance.. Walk from Siena to Florence Read more »
High Paths to Assisi
October 15, 2017
Posted by:Kate Whinney
The trip that has everything! Fine walking, famed medieval towns on Roman foundations, outstanding art, excellent hotels, good food and Sagrantino wine.. Walk from Spoleto to Read more »
Unknown Umbria
April 22, 2013
Posted by:jstiles
A world-class walk, with the flowers at their best (May/June departures). Wonderful country, views, picturesque villages, fine frescoed churches, some excellent hotels and cuisine.. Outstanding walking Read more »