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ITALY: Hill Towns of Tuscany & Cinque Terre We're pleased to be the only adventure travel company to offer an itinerary combining the delights of both Tuscany and Cinque Terre in one fabulous trip. Tuscany's postcard-perfect landscapes offer up an enchanting beauty that fully captures your heart and soul. You'll hike among rolling hills of vineyards, watch the slant of sunlight on silvery olive trees, meander down lanes flanked by tapering cypresses, and explore age-old fortified hilltop towns that are time capsules of the past. And, a stay at a fattoria (country farmhouse estate) allows you to experience the warmth of Italian country life firsthand! Then, in the dramatic coastal setting of Cinque Terre, you'll roam scenic trails drenched with views of the Mediterranean and wander steep cobblestone streets lined with ice-cream-colored houses. Expect to be thoroughly charmed by Italy's enticements, including fine Chianti and Brunello wines and a delectable cuisine that's out of this world. With expert, fun-loving guides at the helm, you won't be able to resist the lure of la dolce vita! We offer a one-day pre-trip extension that takes in the art and architectural highlights of Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. A "must-do" for anyone who has always dreamed of exploring this beautiful city. Contact us for details. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
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 Itinerary: Tuscany & Cinque TerreDay 1 - Meet in Florence, Italy. Afternoon countryside hike and olive oil tasting, followed by a home-cooked Tuscan meal. Day 2 - Visit the church of San Miniato al Monte, with its sweeping views of the city, then drive to the Chianti region. From Greve in Chianti, the wine capital of the region, hike to the fattoria set among the vineyards, visiting Volpaia en route. Day 3 - Transfer to the beautiful medieval town of Gaiole in Chianti and hike to Badia a Coltibuono, a Vallombrosian Abbey transformed into a spectacular “wine resort.” After visiting the complex, head back to Volpaia for a tasting of Chianti wines. Day 4 - Tour Siena, traditional archrival of Florence; explore the ancient walled fortress of Monteriggioni, mentioned by Dante in The Inferno. Day 5 - Drive to Colle Val d'Elsa, known for its glass and crystal arts, then hike to picturesque San Gimignano, a small romantic old town with several tall towers remaining from medieval times. Day 6 - Transfer to Levanto in Cinque Terre, visiting the world-famous marble quarries of Carrara en route. Days 7-8 - Day hikes along the coast to all five Cinque Terre villages, passing through forests, groves of olives and lemons, stepped vineyards, and old hilltop farmhouses. Day 9 - Transfer to Pisa (or Florence, if preferred) and depart.  Detailed Itinerary - ITALY: Hill Towns of Tuscany & Cinque Terre 1. Download detailed itinerary in a PDF format 2008 Detailed Itinerary (PDF files require that you have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed. This program can be downloaded for free from the Adobe Website.) 2. Or email us your itinerary request at sales@mtsobek.com 3. Or call us at 1-888-831-7526 (USA and Canada) or (510) 594-6000 We’ll email you a copy (Word or Acrobat document), fax, or mail you the itinerary as you prefer. For more information and reservations, please contact: Mountain Travel Sobek 1266 66th Street, Suite 4 Emeryville, CA 94608 USA Toll Free (USA and Canada): 1-888-831-7526 Phone: +1-510-594-6000 Fax: + 1-510-594-6001 Email: info@mtsobek.com
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