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Included excursions
· Montepulciano & Pienza · Florence · San Quirico d'Orcia, Montalcino
& Sant' Antimo
ITALY TO THE ADRIATIC
· Siena · Assisi
Optional excursion
· Tuscan countryside
Meal arrangements
7 nights half board
Pienza
Also included
· The services of an experienced
Page & Moy Tour Guide and expert city guides in Florence, Siena and Assisi
· Hotel porterage
Travel Arrangements
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: EEITWTX 2008
23 May 13 June 5 September Siena Montepulciano Price Per Person £699 £739 £729
DAY 7 Assisi World-renowned as the birthplace of St Francis, Assisi is a delightful hilltop town surrounded by mediaeval ramparts. The main sights include the magnificent Basilica of St Francis, whose interior is richly decorated with frescoes by Giotto; St Francis' burial place; and the 13th-century cathedral, its facade adorned with intricately carved figures and rose windows. DAY 8 Chianciano Terme/UK We return to Rome airport for the homeward flight. YOUR HOTEL Hotel Villa Ricci (3-star), 7 nights half board. This attractive family-run hotel is close to the historic centre of Chianciano and a short walk from the main square, Piazza Italia. It has two buildings linked by a covered walkway and facilities include a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and comfortable lounge.
WALKING IN TUSCANY
8 days from £759
On 6 June and 12 September departures we are delighted to offer you the opportunity to explore the wonderful Tuscan landscapes on foot. Optional excursions to Florence, Siena and Assisi are available during your stay. Our three included walks are accompanied by a local walking guide and include a light lunch: Montepulciano Pienza Walking along part of the Wine Road of the Sienese Hills we enjoy panoramic vistas of the rolling countryside. We make a stop in Monticchiello before reaching Pienza where there will be some free time before returning to Chianciano by coach. Easy to moderate walking 4 hours. Distance 10 miles. San Quirico d'Orcia Sant'Antimo We walk along part of the pilgrimage route to Rome through the Tuscan hills, threaded with tiny streams and olive groves, and enjoy superb views of the Abbey of Sant'Antimo. Easy to moderate walking 3½ hours. Distance 8½ miles. Pienza-Bagno Vignoni Leaving from Pienza we pass Pieve di Corsignano and the archaeological site of Cava Barbari, walking through open countryside to Bagno Vignoni. We spend a little time here exploring this picturesque village before returning to the hotel by coach. Easy to moderate walking 4 hours. Distance 10 miles. Travel arrangements are as detailed in the main itinerary.
Deposit £100 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities. Scheduled flights by British Airways between London Gatwick and Rome; departing at 0910h and arriving back at 1355h.
Supplements per person
Single rooms £70 Holiday Insurance please see page 162 Please see pages 157-159 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy.
Transfers
Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 2 hours
Also Fly From...
You can also fly to your destination from the following airports at the supplement shown below (per person). Leeds/Bradford £NIL Bristol £29 Manchester £NIL Newcastle £29 Belfast £29 Regional connecting flights to London also available Please see pages 6-7 for details. For details of airlines and approximate flight timings please see pages 160-161.
Make your own way
Save £150. Please see page 6 for further details.
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: EEITWT 2008
6 June 12 September Price Per Person £759 £769
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