Via Francigena: Best of Tuscany

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  • No booking fees
  • duration 9 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-20313
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts San Miniato Alto, Italy
  • Ends Buonconvento, Italy
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Walking through the spectacular landscapes of the Tuscan countryside full of vineyards and picturesque rolling hills
  • Exploring the round walls of the historical fortified village of Monteriggioni
  • Discovering the charming UNESCO towns of San Gimignano and Siena
  • Staying in small, comfortable family-run accommodations and tasting the delicious Tuscan culinary specialities
The tour "Via Francigena: Best Of Tuscany" starts in San Miniato Alto and ends in Buonconvento. It is a trekking and hiking trip that takes 9 days taking you through Buonconvento, Lucignano D Arbia, San Gimignano and 6 other destinations in Italy. "Via Francigena: Best Of Tuscany" is a self-guided private tour that includes accommodation in hotels, meals and others.

Discover the very best of the Tuscan foods, towns and landscapes on this section of the Via Francigena. On this section of the Camino trail to Rome, combine well-known towns including Siena and San Gimignano, with charming hamlets such as San Miniato, to discover the very best of the Tuscan Via Francigena in a single week. Starting in San Miniato, one of the hidden pearls of the Via Francigena, this itinerary takes you through a region of extraordinary beauty. From the thousand year old Pieve di Chianni, to the crenellated towers of Monteriggioni, to finally reach spectacular Siena, this walk will continue to amaze you. With achievable daily distances ranging from 13 to 24 km (7.5 to 15mi), enjoy wonderful views as you walk and discover fortified hamlets where time seems to have stopped. The landscape is not the only highlight. At meal times, savour the local cuisine including the precious white truffle of San Miniato, the pici of Siena and the saffron of San Gimignano, while at night stay in quality, handpicked hotels and agriturismi, the perfect blend of comfort on an active Italian holiday.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive San Miniato Alto
  • Day 2 : Walk to Gambassi Terme (7hrs)
  • Day 3 : Through wonderful landscapes to the medieval town of San Gimignano (6hrs)
  • Day 4 : Over rolling hills and past vineyards to Gracciano / Colle Val dell'Elsa (6hrs)
  • Day 5 : Walk to Monteriggioni and its famed towers (4hrs)
  • Day 6 : To Siena (6hrs)
  • Day 7 : Enjoy unforgettable views en route to Lucignano (6hrs)
  • Day 8 : Walk to Buonconvento (5hrs)
  • Day 9 : Trip concludes
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 8 nights in 3 star hotels and agriturismo / B&B's on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Meals
  • 8 breakfasts, 1 dinner: Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, tea, coffee & juices. Dinner will usually consist of 3 courses, starting with a salad or pasta dish, followed by either a chicken, red meat or fish dish with seasonal vegetables & finishing with a dessert of fruit or cake
Others
  • Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps and roadbook
  • Luggage transfer (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg and max size 60 x 50 x 40 cm per person). Supplement applies for excess
  • Emergency hotline and SMS alert
  • Pilgrim Passport
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to San Miniato Alto and from Buonconvento
  • Meals not listed as included, drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Guide - this is a self guided tour
  • A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
  • Guide - this is a self guided tour
  • Transfers not listed as included
  • Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
  • An arrival transfer from San Miniato station to the hotel is available on request - supplement applies
  • Excess luggage
  • Tourist Tax - allow approx EUR1-3 per day - payable directly to the hotel
  • Items of a personal nature
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Via Francigena: Best of Tuscany tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 08 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 08 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Via Francigena: Best of Tuscany tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Via Francigena: Best of Tuscany tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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