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TUSCANY
San Gimignano, Cortona, Siena,
Chianti touring
and more…
Optional extension |
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7 – 12 October 2012 |
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DAY 1 – TRAVEL TO
TUSCANY (D)
Today we depart Lake Como and travel
south to our next destination – TUSCANY. we will arrive at our
accommodation in the heart of Tuscany overlooking the Classic Chianti
area. Our base, a typical country style hotel, is surrounded by
beautiful vineyards and olive groves near the tower village of San
Gimignano.
DAY 2 – SAN GIMIGNANO & VOLTERRA
(BD)
Today takes us to the enchanting San Gimignano
“the city of beautiful towers”. The extraordinary medieval city once
stood tall with 72 towers, symbol of the lord’s wealth. Now with 14
towers left it is just as impressive as it once was. Later we will visit
the Etruscan settlement of Volterra. Perched high on a rocky plateau,
the town’s well preserved medieval ramparts give Volterra a forbidding
air.
DAY
3 – CHIANTI TOURING & WINE TASTING (BD)
We will spend
the day touring this beautiful region. The Chianti area is renowned for
its typically hilly countryside where different layouts of perfectly
aligned rows of grapevines create different effects of colour and
luminosity. Vineyards alternate with olive groves and, here and there,
cypress trees, castles, farmhouses, old parish churches, villas and
gardens. We will visit a renowned vineyard and enjoy a wine tasting.
DAY 4 – SIENA &
MONTERIGGIONI (BD)
Today we will explore Siena, a
city built around the grandiose square Piazza del Campo from which many
narrow alleys will escort you through its ancient rose coloured brick
buildings. Admire the many churches starting with the Duomo, and Casa di
Santa Caterina revealing their medieval history. Siena is without doubt
one of Italy’s most enchanting cities. A visit to the famous walled
medieval stronghold of Monteriggioni will be another highlight of our
day. Established in 1203, this fortified bastion is one of the best
preserved examples of its kind in Tuscany.
DAY 5 – CORTONA (BD)
We will spend time in the hillside city of Cortona which offers stunning
views across the Tuscan countryside. It has changed little since the
Middle Ages. Its winding streets lead off the Piazza Grande and around
every corner you will find interesting shops, lovely cafes and typical
restaurants. On a clear day you can see as far as Lake Trasimeno in
Umbria.
DAY 6 – DEPARTURE (B)
Sadly it is time for farewells.
Today our tour comes to an end and you will be transferred to PISA
airport for your journey home or to other destinations.
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