Walk & Spa Tuscany
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Details & Cost
Dates: June 12-17th, 2024 (5 nights, 6 days)
Location: Tuscany
Cost: $3,375.00 pp twin-share; single supplement $450.00 (DUS room)
Inclusions: 5 nights accommodation, guided hikes, bus transfers, 2 x dinners, 1 x lunch, breakfast daily, welcome drinks, cooking class, spa entry.
Bookings: Contact Us for booking information
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Tuscany
Tuscany is a captivating region renowned for its timeless charm, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes. Nestled in central Italy, Tuscany captivates with its rolling hills, sun-kissed vineyards, and medieval hilltop villages.
Tuscany's countryside offers a haven of tranquillity, where you can indulge in delectable wines, including Chianti and Brunello, as well as flavourful olive oils. Whether strolling through picturesque vineyards, admiring historical masterpieces, or savouring the simple joys of Tuscan cuisine, Tuscany promises an unforgettable journey through Italy's heart and soul.
TRIP ITINERARY
From the thermal springs of Bagno Vignoni to the famous wine town of Montalcino, this trip showcases the best of Tuscany over 5 nights and 6 days. You will enjoy bathing under the stars, a delicious cooking class, and picture postcard walks through some of Tuscany’s most iconic landscapes.
Availability - 2 spots left
Wednesday June 12th - Arrival Bagno Vignoni
Lunchtime pick up from Siena station for our 3 night stay in the thermal pool village of Bagno Vignoni. This charming village is famous for its hot springs, in particular the town’s piazza which is a 49m hot pool! We stay at 4 star Hotel Posta Marucci, which offers its own thermal pools, available to all hotel guests..
Spend the afternoon settling in before welcome drinks and group dinner.
Meals: D
Thursday June 13th - Bagno Vignoni to Pienza Walk 14km, Elevation 491m
Following breakfast we depart for our first hike to the beautiful village of Pienza, famous for its pecorino cheese! The hike goes via another enchanting Tuscan village, San Quirico. The walk will take approx 4hrs and takes us between rolling green hills of meadows and vineyards as well as rows of cypresses. Upon arrival to Pienza you will have time to explore the town and get lunch before our afternoon transfer to the stunning natural hot springs of San Fillipo. The calciferous formations, waterfalls and small pools of hot water surrounded by the woods just outside the small town of Bagni San Filippo is a natural wonder. Defiantly bring your towel and bathers!
Meals: B
Friday June 14th - Poggio al Vento Loop walk 11km, Elevation 377m
Following breakfast we depart for a loop walk from Bagno Vignoni which will take just over 3hrs to complete. This beautiful well-signposted hike with a long climb through woodland in the Val d'Orcia emerges on scenic ridges and leads through vineyards and olive groves.
In the evening we will enjoy a truly relaxing night of bathing under the stars in the hot pools of Posta Marucci. The experience includes nibbles and Prosecco.
Meals: B
Saturday June 15th - Cooking Class & Montalcino town walk
Following breakfast we depart for Montalcino but our first stop is a cooking class at the Montalcino Cooking School. This is a fantastic day which includes gathering produce from the organic garden, preparing and making our meal, and finally eating the final product together in the beautiful gardens.
We then depart for our stay just down the road at Hotel dei Capitani, a hotel with one of the most magnificent views in Tuscany! Late afternoon we will take an optional walk to explore the town of Montalcino which will include a visit to the Fortezza di Montalcino.
Meals: B, L
Sunday June 16th - Montalcino to Sant’Antimo walk 10km, Elevation 200m
Following breakfast we depart for our final walk to the abbey of Sant’Antimo. The walk will take approx 2-2.5hrs. The Romanesque abbey was built in the 12th century, and is still inhabited by Benedictine monks who meet seven times a day for prayer and Gregorian plainchant. We will explore the beautiful buildings and its grounds before a transfer back to Montalcino. We enjoy our final evening together at a local osteria where we will enjoy local Tuscan produce. .Meals: B, D
Monday June 17th - Transfer to Siena station
Following breakfast we say goodbye. Group transfer to Siena station.
Meals: B
Accommodation
Bagno Vignoni - 4 star Hotel Posta Marucci
Overlooking the beautiful countryside and the Rocca di Tentennano, with its large thermal pool, the small family run Hotel Posta Marcucci offers its guests well-being in Bagno Vignoni’s thermal waters.
The waters in Bagno Vignoni flow from the earth at a temperature of 49° C and feeds the pools in Posta Marcucci, one with water whose temperature ranges from 35 to 38° C and another from 28 to 32° C.
Montalcino - 3 star Hotel dei Capitani
Hotel Dei Capitani is situated in part of the eighteenth-century "Catasto Leopoldino" in the historic centre of Montalcino. Our rooms offer a spectacular view, taking in the Val d'Orcia and the Val d'Arbia. Opening out onto this backdrop is a large, panoramic garden, where a swimming pool has been created to resemble a medieval fountain.
What our guests are saying…
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Absolutely loved our trip with Solobike. Kerri and Darren strike a great balance in organised activites that showcase the different regions with enough personal time to explore. Will be keenly looking out for where the next swim/hike trip is going.
Alison & Mike Rochow 2023
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Loved every minute of this wonderfulx trip. Extremely well organized with a great mix of swimming and hiking. Also, perfect balance between planned activities and free time. Kerri and Darren were great - very relaxed and yet quick to respond to any enquiries.
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My family and l absolutely loved our swim & hike trip to Lake Garda and the Dolomites with Kerri & Darren from SoloBike with our bespoke daily activities personally tailored to the small group. Highly recommend this trip!
Suzie & Jason Bratuskins 2023
