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Escorted Trips

38 Trips Available

Via Francigena 990

All-Inclusive Escorted walking holiday following paths of the ancient Via Francigena in Italy

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 Via Francigena route. We follow the best-preserved sections of Sigeric’s route … to Pieve a Castello, the oldest and best-preserved overnight stopping place on the Via Francigena. (Nights 6-7 at Pieve a Castello)

Fascinating History, Exceptional Architecture, Pilgrim Route, World-Class Art, Gastronomy, Renowned Wines, Outstanding Scenery, Top Hotels

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  • fitness level: 3, 4
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  • 8 Days
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  • October

Pieve a Castello: Painting Tuscany

All-Inclusive, Escorted painting and walking holiday based at Pieve a Castello in Tuscany, Italy

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 sightseeing - and/or free time to paint.

Renowned Wines, Fascinating History, Pilgrim Route, Exceptional Architecture, World-Class Art, Gastronomy

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  • fitness level: 1, 2
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  • 8 Days
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  • June

Pieve a Castello: As You Like It – Itinerary 2

All-Inclusive Escorted walking holiday in Tuscany, Italy

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...

Exceptional Architecture, World-Class Art, Gastronomy, Renowned Wines, Top Hotels, Fascinating History, Pilgrim Route

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  • fitness level: 2
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  • 8 Days
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  • April, June & September

Pieve a Castello: As You Like It – Itinerary 3

All-Inclusive Escorted walking holiday in Tuscany, Italy

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...

World-Class Art, Gastronomy, Renowned Wines, Top Hotels, Fascinating History, Pilgrim Route, Exceptional Architecture

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  • fitness level: 2
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  • 8 Days
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  • May, August, September & October

Pieve a Castello: As You Like It – Itinerary 1

All-Inclusive Escorted walking holiday in Tuscany, Italy

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...

Fascinating History, Pilgrim Route, Exceptional Architecture, World-Class Art, Gastronomy, Renowned Wines, Top Hotels

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  • fitness level: 2
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  • 8 Days
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  • April, June, September & October

Pieve a Castello: Walking, Language & Libretto

All-Inclusive, Escorted language and walking holiday based at Pieve a Castello in Tuscany, Italy

Language immersion! Divided into groups according to knowledge of Italian, whether ‘none’, ‘a few words’ or ‘conversational’ – you will soon be speaking Italian! Afternoons include walks and sightseeing.

Renowned Wines, Fascinating History, Pilgrim Route, Exceptional Architecture, World-Class Art, Gastronomy

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  • fitness level: 1, 2
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  • 8 Days
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  • April & July

Each of our trips is graded according to terrain and length of walking/cycling routes, providing an indication of which grade of trip might suit you.

Fitness Legend

Grade 1

Gentle terrain, walking/cycling along good paths, tracks and quiet lanes, with a few short, usually gentle, ascents and/or descents.

Grade 2

Walking/cycling along well-established paths and tracks. Occasional loose (gravel) surfaces, and open meadows. Ascents and/or descents up to 1 hour.

Grade 3

Walking/cycling along a variety of paths, some stony in places, with ascents and/or descents of 1-2 hours.

Grade 4

Walking/cycling along a variety of paths and surfaces, occasionally challenging, with ascents and/or descents of 2-3 hours.

Grade 5

Challenging walking/cycling with a variety of terrain, some long days, and/or long ascents and/or descents.

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