Tuscany hiking tour, Florence, Greve, Panzano, Radda winery

2010 Price
US$ 600
(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

5 Days, 4 Nights

Route Rating
Moderate: 3-5 miles per day of hiking with some steep ascents/descents.

Start / Finish
Florence / Radda in Chianti

Highlights

Chianti winery tour
The towns of Greve, Panzano, and Radda
Beautiful vistas of vineyards and olive groves
Peaceful country back roads and footpaths
The Greve wine bar and museum (www.lecantine.it)

What's Included

All lodging
All breakfasts
Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel
Winery tour with wine tasting
3 beautiful hikes (4, 5, and 6 miles)
Route notes and maps
Use of cell phone for emergencies

Cancellations: Terms and Conditions

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Wineries and Castles

What if it rains?

On self-guided hiking tours there is no van support. However, we do move your luggage from hotel to hotel. In the event of rain you can catch a ride with us when we move your bags. We provide our guests with a cell phone. You can call in the morning and make arrangements for a lift.

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

Self-Guided Tuscany Hiking

Spend four leisurely days hiking through central Tuscany at your own pace. A mix of quiet footpaths, medieval villages, and mouth-watering cuisine make for a perfect vacation. You do the hiking while we take care of the details. Everyday we move your luggage from hotel to hotel. We provide daily maps, itineraries, and dining suggestions. On day three we schedule a winery tour and tasting. Explore the picturesque Tuscan hill towns of Panzano, Lamole, Volpaia, and Radda. Tuscany is known for its warm people, celebrated wines, and natural splendor. Come and see for yourself.

Day 1 Greve The tour begins in the town of Greve, 19 miles (30 km) south of Florence. Travel to Greve on your own (11 busses daily from Florence). Walk one hour to the tiny hamlet of Montefioralle, a walled castle on a ridge above Greve. For extra distance hike through an olive grove to the Romanesque church of San Cresci. Wine and oil can be bought at a nearby farm. Back in Greve be sure to visit Le Cantine, a charming wine shop and museum. Even if you don’t drink wine you can sample local olive oils, cheeses, and prosciutto (aged ham).

Day 2 Panzano Hike two hours through vineyards and olive groves to the medieval village of Panzano. Explore the remains of the town’s castle or settle in with a good book poolside. At the Conca d’Oro pizzeria you can try a pizza with porcini mushrooms, walnuts, and chestnuts. If you prefer meat head to the SoloCiccia restaurant where you can enjoy a six course feast offered by the town’s charismatic butcher.

Day 3 Lamole Follow a scenic ridge past vineyards and stone farmhouses on your way to Lamole. Hike past a working farm with sheep and pigs. Spend the night in an apartment in an 18th century villa. Watch the sunset while dining at the Ristoro di Lamole restaurant. For more miles head uphill through the Mount Michele National Park.

Day 4-5 Radda A canopy of chestnut trees leads you to the stone hamlet of Volpaia. The 13th century Volpaia castle has been transformed into a winery. Tour the winery and sample their full-bodied Chianti classico wines. Have lunch al fresco overlooking the village’s central piazza. Your hike ends in Radda in Chianti, a perfectly preserved medieval village. On day five continue your travels by bus or private. We will assist you with your travel planning.