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Price

US$ 1,150 per person
(Single Supplement)

Traveling alone?
Join a self-guided tour that has already been scheduled. We can’t run self-guided trips for one person, but we may have already booked a self-guided tour that works for you. More info


Group of three?
Tour prices are based on double room occupancy. Groups of three on self-guided trips have two options:
Option 1: Request a triple room. With a triple there is no single supplement. Option 2: Pay a single supplement (US$ 50/night) for the single room.

Dates

Any date from March 1 to October 31
6 Days, 5 Nights
Route Rating
Moderate to Challenging: 5-9 miles (8-15 km) per day of hiking with some steep ascents/descents.

Start / Finish
Montalcino / Montefollonico
Highlights
  • Thermal Baths, Bagno Vignoni
  • Ercolani Wine Cellars
  • Montalcino castle
  • Gregorian chants, Sant' Antimo
  • The town of Pienza
  • The hill town of Montepulciano

What's Included
  • All lodging
  • All breakfasts
  • Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
  • Private shuttle on Day 2 to Sant'Antimo
  • 5 beautiful hikes
  • Route notes and map
  • Use of cell phone for emergencies

Cancellations: Terms and Conditions

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Wineries and Castles
What if it rains?

If you prefer not to hike you can easily get to your next stop by public transport. Hourly trains connect Levanto and the five villages of the Cinque Terre. Frequent ferries run between Riomaggiore and Portovenere.


Why Self-Guided?
Explore Southern Tuscany at your own pace. We provide detailed route notes, a cell phone, luggage transfers, great accommodations, restaurant suggestions, and sightseeing notes. You choose the dates. We take care of the details.

Hotel Changes
Charnes Tours reserves the right to change hotels due to availability, construction, or other unforeseen events.
Self-Guided Montalcino Hiking Hotels
Hotel Dei Capitani, MontalcinoHotel Dei Capitani
Montalcino (1 night)
This hotel features incredible views, a swimming pool, and renovated rooms and bathrooms. The hotel is located in an 18th century building on the edge of the historic center of Montalcino.
hotel website
Hotel MarcucciHotel Posta Marcucci
Bagno Vignoni (1 night)
The main attraction of the Hotel Posta Marcucci is the thermal hot springs pool with a breathtaking view of the countryside and castle. This small hotel is family-run and also offers a Jacuzzi, Turkish steam room and two saunas.
hotel website
Il Chiostro di Pienza
Pienza (1 night)
This 4-star hotel is located in a 15th century convent and offers spectacular views over the Orcia valley. The hotel has a its own restaurant and pool.
hotel website
Hotel Mueble' Il Riccio
Montepulciano (1 night)
The Mueble Il Riccio is a small inn located on the oldest street in Montepulciano steps away from the town’s main piazza. The hotel has a roof top terrace with majestic views. Rooms feature air-conditioning and WIFI.
hotel website
Hotel Relais La CostaRelais La Costa
Montefollonico (1 night)
Hotel La Costa is located in a 14th century building in the historic center of Montefollonico. The building has been beautifully renovated and features a swimming pool and a large terrace with spectacular views.
hotel website