Rolling countryside and terraced vineyards, mountain scenery and incredible architecture – you’ll discover it all on idyllic walks through the landscapes of Tuscany, and learn about the famous Medici dynasty.

YOUR TOUR at a GLANCE

DEDICATED GUIDES

Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guides

4-STAR HOTEL

7 nights half board in a 4 star hotel

15 INCLUDED MEALS

7 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L),

7 dinners (D) including a welcome drink

LOCAL FLAVORS

Wine tasting hosted by a sommelier

ESSENTIALS

Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage

INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS l Medici walk & visit to Poggio a Caiano Villa l Typical lunch in a mountain hut l Walking tour of Florence l Chianti walk l Verrazzano castle wine tasting & lunch

OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES l Walk from Fornello to Vinci, birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci l The charming fortified town of Lucca l Mountain trek in the Apennines

Your itinerary

Make your own way to the hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you for your welcome meeting this evening. (D)

DAY 2 MEDICI WALK & POGGIO A CAIANO VILLA

Walk 8 km/5 mi - 3 hrs

You’ll step back in time today and learn about the fascinating history of the Medici family, who rose to political power in Florence during the Renaissance period. Thanks to their success, the family amassed significant wealth and were passionate supporters of the arts. It was due to their influence and generosity that Renaissance culture flourished in the city of Florence.

On our walk today, we’ll learn how the Medicis ruled Florence for around three centuries and then we’ll head to the magnificent Medici Villa of Poggio a Caiano, before heading to the stunning medieval town of Carmignano, nestled in the Montalbano hills. There will be free time to enjoy lunch here if you wish. (B,D)

DAY 3 FLORENCE

Walk 10 km/6.2 mi - 3 hrs

We’re going to explore Florence on foot, starting at Piazzale Michelangelo, which sits on a hill and offers stunning views of the city. We’ll then make our way to the city center, past hidden treasures including one of the finest Romanesque churches in Tuscany and the Porcellino covered market.

YOUR HOTEL

★★★★

Situated in a hilltop position, just two kilometers from the city of Pistoia, your hotel is surrounded by olive and cypress trees. Facilities include a restaurant, plus a garden with swimming pool and tennis courts. Guest rooms feature private facilities and balcony, air-conditioning, TV, mini-bar and hairdryer.

8 DAYS FROM $2799

WALKING WALKING IN ITALY

Enjoy some free time for lunch and perhaps a spot of shopping this afternoon. (B,D)

DAY 4 PISTOIA - DAY AT LEISURE

Walk 9 km/5.6 mi - 2.5 hrs

You’ve a free day to relax at the hotel or explore at your own pace with your traveling companions. Alternatively, join our optional walk from Fornello to Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. In the company of a Local Guide, we’ll explore this hilltop town and visit the museum dedicated to the artist’s work. Models bring to life the ideas captured in his drawings and provide a fascinating glimpse of his work. (B,D)

DAY 5 PISTOIA - DAY AT LEISURE

Walk 12 km/7.5 mi - 4 hrs

You can enjoy time to yourself today, or change the pace on a more advanced optional trek in the mountains north of Pistoia. We’ll admire breathtaking views as we ride a cable car to Doganaccia, about