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Touring Tuscany - Holidays, Experiences and Activities for All

Author: Lisa Jeeves
by Lisa Jeeves
Posted: Dec 17, 2014

If you plan to spend a vacation in Italy, you’ll definitely want to check out Tuscany. Holidays in this area can be colourful and varied, with plenty of tours and attractions to help you enjoy your Italian getaway the way you want to enjoy it.

Relaxing Villa Getaways

Many folks simply want to get away from the crushing grind of their everyday lives. Doing a nine to five job in the concrete jungle has a way of creating stress to the point where it can become toxic. If you find yourself overwhelmed by the grind, you’ll find a lot to love in Tuscany! Holidays in local villas are a great way of leaving all your worries behind and to simply reconnecting with nature. Soak up the relaxing Tuscan sun in wonderful locations like Abruzzo or Lazio and allow the hours to trickle by without having to think about deadlines, meetings or other responsibilities. Sheer bliss.

Wine Tours and Tasting Trips

If you appreciate fine wines and fine dining, you’ll be in your element in Tuscany. Holidays revolving around food and drink are always a treat for dedicated gastrophiles. Quite a few agencies book group tours, individual tours, excursions and courses that focus on Tuscan cuisine. From the various Chianti vintages specific to their respective regions to the classic Tuscan dishes, such as Farro and Bistecca alla Fiorentina, you’re certain to find the perfect way to experience the region's heart and soul through your stomach.

Walking and Cycling Routes

There is a wealth of natural and cultural beauty to be found in Tuscany. Holidays revolving around walking or cycling allow you experience this beauty up-close and personal – even more so than a regular tour. You can book with an agency to plan out a route of your choosing, or you can hire a private guide to take you around the various locations and attractions. Popular choices include San Gimignano, San Querico, Siena and Val d’Orcia – the latter of which has been recognized by the UN as a World Heritage Site. Alternatively, you could just arm yourself with a map and amble about at your own pace before making a beeline for the nearest B&B to rest up for the night.

Hiking and Climbing Expeditions

If you want a bit more adventure on your trip to Tuscany, holidays revolving around hiking and climbing are just the thing to scratch that itch. The Apennines boast beautiful vistas reaching all the way to the Mediterranean Sea, and Vallone dell’Inferno and Pania della Croce are popular challenges. The determined hiker will find plenty to test their mettle against, especially those willing to go off the beaten path.

Anniversaries and Events

Tuscany is a great place to hold an event, from weddings and honeymoons to school trips and corporate retreats. The warm, tropical climate, friendly locals, delightful cuisine and rich cultural history of the region offer a lot to the curious traveller. It's no surprise then that special events and group activities are quite popular – especially for couples looking to tie the knot or create a memorable honeymoon in an exotic Mediterranean setting. Keep all these aspects in mind to help you make the most of your trip to one of Italy’s most beloved provinces.

Carolyn Spinks is COO of ABTOI - The Association of British Travel Organisers to Italy. If you’re looking for the perfect Tuscany holidays their LoveItaly website provides destination information, contact details of tour operator members to help plan the best Italian holiday, ‘insider’ tips, year round special offers and information on everything from beach holidays in Sardinia, cycling in Sicily, to a wedding or honeymoon in Tuscany.

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