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DATES
May 24-31, 2008
COSTS
$3,795 + RT International Air
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Energetic
Morning/Afternoon - 5-7 miles - 3-3.5 hrs
Daily - 10-14 miles - 6-7 hours
Higher frequency of hills or steps each day, generally longer ascents and descents
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Siena Radda in Chianti Cortona Gaiole •Assisi • Bevagna • Spello • Orvieto
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Walks Through Tuscan & Umbrian Countryside  
     
If Tuscany is a legend, Umbria is a little-known medieval fable, its green heart beating in the shadow of its more famous neighbor. Our daily walks throughout the week will combine the renowned Tuscan Hills and vineyards and exquisite Renaissance cities with a journey through the bucolic landscapes and enchanting lakes of Umbria. Explore ancient townis such as Siena, Radda in Chianti, Cortona, Gaiole, Assisi, Bevagna, Spello, and Orvieto, some which cling to the hills where Etruscans, Romans, Carthaginians, and even Goths, once ruled. Enjoy your evenings at accomodations such as gracious bed and breakfast inn or country house hotels, all which share a distinctive charm, modern amenities, fine dining and personal service before heading out on daily walks company of knowledgeable guides who bring the countryside and history of the area to life. At your service every step of the way, these experts attend to every detail of your trip. Enjoy a honey and olive tasting, a wine tour and wine tastings. Explore the art, architecture and food of th region. Walk as little or as much as you want in the company of knowledgeable guides who bring the countryside to life. Support vans provide transfers between accommodations.