Tuscany & Cinque Terre
Small Group Active Journey | All Departures From 22 – 26 Tauck GuestsYear
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Small groups from 22 – 26 guests for a more personal travel experience
Enter Basilica di Santa Croce before it opens to the public in the morning for a journey through the heart of Renaissance Humanism; Michelangelo, Galileo, Rossini, and Machiavelli are memorialized here
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A two-night stay at the newly renovated Grand Hotel Portovenere, in the heart of the Gulf of Poets and the entrance to the Cinque Terre National Park
A hike along Cinque Terre National Park’s coastal paths amidst breathtaking views
A guided tour of the new Opera Duomo Museum in Florence
A visit to a marble quarry in Carrara; travel up a mountainside aboard a 4x4 vehicle – a local guide paints a picture of daily life and work in the quarry. Lunch at a nearby restaurant rounds out your experience
Learn to cook Italian style when you join local chefs at a culinary school in Lucca for a hands-on lesson in pasta making with a wine and olive oil tasting
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Activity
4
Designed for fit, vigorous travelers capable of easily walking three miles or more. Many days might include active pursuits such as hiking, bicycling or sea kayaking for one to three hours at a time. Guests should be capable of walking three or more miles over terrain including hills and rocky or uneven terrain.
Pace
4
Consistently robust – very full and active days, extended travel times, use of different modes of local transport, and a possibility of early starts.
Along Europe's Scenic "Yellow Roads"
From under the Tuscan sun to the Italian Riviera... discover the stories behind the brilliance of Renaissance painters and sculptors from an art historian in Florence... prepare pasta with a chef and learn the finer points of olive oil tasting...
For the culturally curious, this journey through Italy is a feeling that you've become much more savvy after an art history briefing. It’s walking through the medieval alleys of Siena... or bicycling atop the walls of Lucca. It’s laughter. It’s sharing vino made from grapes in the vineyards you’ve just walked through and kicking back. It’s about becoming a part of day-to-day Italy... and new views on life... Hear a recital by a concert pianist in his private palazzo and chat with artisans... discover the beauty of natural marble and Cinque Terre villages overlooking the sea, connected by walking trails...
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2021 Flexible Payment Terms At-A-Glance
More Time – For all 2021 bookings, final payment will not be due until 60 days prior to departure – giving you more time and flexibility should your plans change.
No change fees – Any Tauck, any time. If your 2021 plans do change any time up until the day of departure, your full deposit (or tour payment) can be applied to a future Tauck journey of your choice.
Book with peace of mind, assured that you’ll also have choices in the event Tauck is unable to operate your journey’s departure date. We’ll give you flexible options to travel on another 2021 or 2022 date – or, if you wish, on a different journey.
Please note: These flexible payment terms apply to 2021 journeys only; deposit must be made at time of booking (does not apply to air travel and Tauck protection plans). Ask for complete details.
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My friend and I decided to take this trip not so much for the “culturious” aspect but because of the itinerary. Having said that, the trip more than met our expectations. There were options offered if you chose not to do the super active activities; for example walking tours of Lucca and Cinque Terre vs. bike riding on the walls or hiking.
Most Memorable Moment:
Artisans workshops in Oltarno; ride through the marble quarry in Carrera; the magical city of Siena with its Il Campo.
Everything about the trip was top notch! We enjoyed the sights, the adventures, the tour director, the local tour guides, and the food. Even the weather cooperated!
Most Memorable Moment:
The private visit with Georgio Nardi and his piano recital for us. Close behind this were the marble quarry visit, the pasta class and lunch, the restoration class, and the bike ride. It was all wonderful!
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Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.