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Walking Chianti hills through vineyard and villages

Discover the genius behind the Chianti Classico and Gallo Nero wines by walking through the celebrating vineyards where they are produced. Nestled amidst the flourishing art cities of Florence and Siena, the Chianti region offers natural beauty and incomparable culinary treasures. Your taste buds shall dance when you savor the world famous Chianti wines and delectable homemade olive oil. Walk along cypress lined country roads and strade bianche, gravel roads, traversing forests of oak, beech and chestnut. As the Tuscan sun shines above and the golden Chianti countryside reflects your delight, you will feel as if you have stepped into a Renaissance painting.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Florence and checkout the town

Arrive in Florence and take a moment to breathe in the air of the Renaissance and the sweet scent of locally-produced red wine. We suggest you to arrive early and take a city walk around the magnificent squares and by the illustrious Arno River.

Challenge: 8 km walk starting from Piazza della Signoria. It takes about 3.5 hours.

Villages along the way: Florence

Day 2: Walk from Settignano to Fiesole

Travel uphill on a twenty-five minute city bus ride to the quiete village of Settignano where the walk begins. On your way, pass magnificent countryside views of cypress trees, olive groves and Renaissance villas. Stroll through the delightful, charming town of Fiesole and tour its Etruscan ruins, the Roman amphitheater and Baths and the Franciscan Monastery.

Challenge: 9 km, 300m climb, 100m descent

Villages along the way: Settignano & Fiesole

Day 3: Hills and vineyards north of Greve in Chianti

After breakfast, take the local bus (with your luggage) to Greve in Chianti, a rustic nice market village in the capital of the Chianti wine producing region. Check into your charming hotel and head over to Le Cantine di Greve Winery where you can taste more then 50 different Chianti wines. In the afternoon, walk north from the attractive main square of Greve in Chianti through the inspirational, magical landscape.

Challenge: 8 km, 250 m climb, 250 m descent

Villages along the way: Greve in Chianti

Day 4: Wining and walking around Greve and Panzano

Take a short ride on a local bus to the picturesque fortified village of Panzano, just south of Greve in Chianti, where today's walk begins. Be in awe as you walk along a ridge overlooking the famed Greve Valley and Pesa Valley, offering breathtaking views of pure elegance in the form of medieval castles, captivating hamlets, quintessential Tuscan farmhouses and cascading vineyards.

Challenge: 9 km, 350 m climb, 450 descent

Villages along the way: Greve in Chianti and Panzano in Chianti

Day 5: Walk from Monte San Michele to Radda in Chianti

After breakfast, a short car transfer takes you to the highest hill in Chianti, the Monte San Michele. Descend through a forested valley of century old chestnut trees and continue towards the stunning medieval hamlet of Volpaia, situated amongst vineyards and castles. Stop in for a glass of red at a fine enoteca (wine shop) and then continue on to Radda in Chianti.

Challenge: 13.6 km, 450 m climb, 450 m descent

Villages along the way: Volpaia and San Michele

Day 6: Relaxing day in Radda in Chianti with a short walk

A quiet, relaxing day awaits you. Bask under the Tuscan sun and if you wish, go for a scenic walk around the old center of Radda in Chianti. Wind along the charismatic alleyways and discover the fascinating Church of San Nicolò. Treat yourself by visiting a wine cellar and tasting the wine from their celebrated local vineyards.

Challenge: 8.6 km, 250 m climb, 250m descent

Villages along the way: Radda in Chianti

Day 7: Siena

After breakfast, ride the local bus (with your luggage) to the marvelous city of Siena, also famous for its biannual "Palio" horse race held in the most beautiful shell-shaped square in Europe: the Piazza del Campo. Don't miss a visit to the Duomo, an architectural treasure, and to the numerous inspiring palaces. History comes alive as you meander through the narrow streets of this fantastically preserved jewel of Italy.

Villages along the way: Siena

Day 8: Arrivederci Siena

The trip and our services end after breakfast, however we highly recommend you to book extra nights in Siena to continue exploring the old center, exquisite museums, lush galleries and marvelous churches. A visit to the top of the bell tower is also quite a sight. If you leave today for the airport, travel by local bus to Florence.

Villages along the way: Siena