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Worcester U3A – Walking in Tuscany

From £1289/ per person

Discover a relaxed walking holiday in Tuscany and Liguria

Your base in Marina di Pietrasanta, on the Tuscan Coast, is quieter than some of its neighbours but just as attractive. Your holiday includes three contrasting walking excursions to the stunningly beautiful ‘Gulf of Poets’, just across the border in Liguria, haunt of, among others, Byron and shelly: along the river in Lucca, and in the Serchio Valley in the Apuan Alps – the’ Marble Mountains’, whose stone is so prevalent in the cathedrals and baptisteries of the major Tuscan cities.

Walking-holiday-in-TuscanyWalking Holiday in Tuscany Highlights
  • Seven nights half board
  • Half board at the Hotel Joseph in Marina di Pietrasanta
  • Three guided walks
  • Local knowledgeable walking guides
  • Flights included from your local UK airport
  • Transfers & Luggage included
  • Wine and water with dinner
  • Included excursion to Florence

HOLIDAY ITINERARY

DAY ONE Arrival Day

Flight to Pisa, on arrival you will be met for the short transfer to the Hotel Joseph, Marina di Pietrasanta, for 7 nights half board accommodation.

DAY TWO Walk 1

Depart the hotel and enjoy a scenic coach transfer to Nozzano Castello. During the journey, the guide will introduce you to northwest Tuscany, with a particular focus on Versilia. The drive itself offers stunning views of the coastline, making for a memorable start to the day. Upon arrival in Nozzano, you’ll first explore the medieval castle, then take a leisurely circular walk along the river and through the beautiful countryside, before returning to Nozzano Castello to meet the coach. From there, it’s a short transfer to the historic town of Lucca.

In Lucca, you’ll have free time to stroll along the city’s ancient ramparts or explore its charming medieval centre. Afterward, you’ll return to your hotel by coach. Today’s walk covers 4 miles, plus time spent exploring the city.

DAY THREE Excursion to Florence

Included excursion to Florence, You will travel by coach to Sesto Fiorentino, and then by train the short distance into the centre of town. This way you arrive in the centre of town, close to the cathedral, and avoid a long walk into town from the coach parking area.

During your day in Florence, your official local guide will conduct a walking tour, passing some of the masterpieces including the Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria and the church of Santa Croce – where Galileo insisted to the end that the earth moved around the sun, rather than vice-versa.  You will also have free time for shopping and sightseeing.  You will return by train and coach.

DAY FOUR Free day in resort.

Free day in resort.

DAY FIVE Walk 2

5 MILES – 350M ASCENT/DESCENT

Today’s walk will be dedicated to the mountain side of Tuscany. Travelling by coach with a stop en route to visit the stunning “Devil’s Bridge” you gain elevation towards the peaks of the southern Apuan Alps Range. Your walk continues on the wide ridge of the mountain which was used during WW2 with amazing views of Garfagnana.

DAY SIX Free day in resort.

Free day in resort.

DAY SEVEN Walk 3

3 MILES – 300M ASCENT/DESCENT

You begin your journey today with a transfer north to the maritime village of Tellaro on the Gulf of Poets. Tellaro is on the list of the ‘Most Beautiful Villages of Italy’. The colourful fishermen’s houses cluster close to St George’s Church. From there, after you’ve explored the amazing “carrugi”, the typical narrow alleys of Liguria, you start your hike towards Lerici, with free time to explore this picturesque inlet of the Bay of Poets.

Departure Day Departure Day

Free time until you transfer to the airport for your return flight.

Accommodation

  • The Hotel Joseph

    TV Free Wi-Fi Hairdryer Safe Balcony or Terrace Private bathroom Outdoor swimming pool Spa centre Lounge bar

    Availability: 25 Single Room | 10 Twin/Double

  • Peoples
  • Bedrooms
  • Bathrooms

The Hotel Joseph, offers spacious lounge areas, lift, bar, a restaurant, terraces and an outdoor pool area with a terrace and fine views of the Versilia Coast. There is a wellness centre with treatments available (charges apply). Bedrooms are in two adjacent buildings and have shower, WC, safety deposit box and wifi. Twin rooms also have balcony.

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