Coastal Italy's Seaside Charm & Tuscan Villages
Before embarking on your hiking adventure through Cinque Terre and Tuscany, make sure to familiarize yourself with the Italian word for beautiful: "Bellissimo". It will be your go-to expression as you soak in the breathtaking scenery of Cinque Terre and the stunning vistas of Tuscany. This one word encapsulates the essence of a trip filled with the freshest seafood, exquisite wines, welcoming locals, golden sunshine, the vibrant blue sea, verdant cypress trees, and charming hilltop towns. Bellissimo indeed.
Highlights
Hike along the World Heritage-listed coastline of Cinque Terre, where vibrant villages cling to the cliffsides and offer unmatched views over the sparkling sea.
Indulge in the Mediterranean coast's fresh seafood and enjoy Chianti's robust, hearty dishes accompanied by its famous local wines.
Wander through quintessential Tuscan villages, scenic vineyards, and tranquil lanes bordered with rows of trees.
Relish the fine nuances of zesty Ligurian white wines and the rich flavors of full-bodied Tuscan reds at charming, family-owned wineries.
What's Included
- All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Select coach transfers
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Baggage transfers and porterage
- Not Included: Leader gratuities, transportation to and from your trip start & end locations, and on-your-own meals & activities.
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