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Ancient Paths to Rome I: Tuscan Hills
Section 1 of the 225 Miles to Rome: One of the world’s most unique, classic walks following the Via Francigena. A walk through central and Southern Read more »
June 7, 2013
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Renaissance Legacy
November 8, 2023
Posted by:Kate Whinney
‘The best time is out of season!’ many Tuscans will tell you. Clear, sunny days, crisp star-filled nights with frosts sparkling across the Tuscan landscape…. And in the great medieval and Renaissance cities, now free of the crowds, queues and confusion of Summer tourism, this is the time to really enjoy this wonderful region – con calma. . Staying in Read more »
Pieve a Castello: Tuscan Food and Wine
November 8, 2023
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Based at Pieve a Castello, ATG’s 8th Century, historic monument set in unspoilt landscape in central Tuscany. A flexible itinerary including varied walk options, excursions, time to relax, superb food and wine…. Staying in an 8th century, award-winning historic monument Archetypal Tuscan landscapes Visits to ‘World Class’ places of interest Superb Tuscan cuisine and carefully chosen local wines Concert in Read more »
Via Francigena 990
September 23, 2019
Posted by:Kate Whinney
In 990AD Sigeric, Archbishop of Canterbury, during his return journey from Rome, made notes of where he stayed overnight – the earliest surviving record of the Read more »
Pieve a Castello: Painting Tuscany
November 9, 2018
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Spend each morning painting in an idyllic spot at or near Pieve a Castello, with views over the timeless Tuscan countryside. Afternoons include optional walks and Read more »
Pieve a Castello: As You Like It – Itinerary 2
November 3, 2017
Posted by:Kate Whinney
Based at Pieve a Castello, ATG’s 8th Century, historic monument set in unspoilt landscape in central Tuscany. A flexible itinerary including varied walk options, excursions, time Read more »