Hiking in Tuscany
THE ANCIENT VIA FRANCIGENA - FROM LUCCA TO SIENA
Trekking tour along the Tuscan stretch of the Via Francigena from Lucca to Siena, through nature and culture, on the ancient paths of Pilgrims.
DURATION
7 days / 6 nights.
On request, it is possible to either extend or shorten the Via Francigena hiking tour program.
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LEVEL
Suitable for anyone in good health and able to walk 5-7 hours per day. Route without particular technical difficulties.
TOUR TYPE
Itinerant hiking tour with an expert environmental hiking guide, overnight stays in hostels, convents or B&Bs.
HIGHLIGHTS
- A trekking tour on the Via Francigena, the most important historical itinerary towards the Eternal City: a journey through history and culture.
- Discovering Lucca: its walls, the Guinigi Tower and the even taller Torre delle Ore, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, one of the most beautiful squares in Italy.
- Siena, one of the most picturesque cities in Tuscany, known for its UNESCO-protected center and medieval monuments: Piazza del Campo with the Palazzo Pubblico and the Torre del Mangia, the Cathedral, the Baptistery...
- The beautiful village of Monteriggioni and its walls mentioned by Dante in his Comedy.
- San Gimignano and its 13 towers: a magical village dating back to the 10th century that rises on the hills of the Val d'Elsa, where time seems to have stopped.
- The flavors of Tuscany: discover the typical products of the local cuisine!
- On request, customize the Via Francigena hiking tour program combining other outdoor activities and tours.
PROGRAM IN BRIEF - VIA FRANCIGENA HIKING TOUR
Day 1: Arrival in Lucca, tour of the city
Day 2: Transfer to Altopascio, hike to San Miniato
Day 3: From San Miniato to Gambassi Terme
Day 4: From Gambassi Terme to San Gimignano
Day 5: From San Gimignano to Abbadia Isola
Day 6: From Abbadia Isola to Siena
Day 7: Tour of Siena, departure
Contact us to receive the detailed program for the hiking tour in Tuscany on the Via Francigena.
TAILOR-MADE EXPERIENCE
The program can be modified according to your needs and ideas. Contact us to receive a tailor-made price and itinerary based on your needs!
NEED PRIVATE TRANSFERS?
If you need a private transfer to reach the starting point, we can provide a private car with driver to pick you up from your destination. Contact us to receive more information!
PRIVATE TOUR
Possible every day
price on request
The Via Francigena hiking tour in Tuscany can be organized for individual travellers and private groups with 2 or more participants.
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GROUP TOURS
No planned departures yet. View our tours and excursions calendar for other tours in Tuscany and other destinations.
For private groups we can organize the tour with tailor made itinerary and services.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED
- Certified english-speaking hiking guide and his/her expenses (other languages available on request)
- 6 overnight stays in hostels, monasteries, convents or B&Bs
- Transfers as listed on the detailed program
- Meals as listed in detailed program
- Pilgrim Credential
- Phone assistance during your tour
On request, it is possible to either add or remove services from the ones listed above
EXTRAS ON REQUEST
- Single room accommodations (if available)
- Transfer to/from tour starting/ending point
- Extra overnight stays
- Tour extension
Prices on request
