7 nights farmhouse with swimming pool
5 days centre-based walking
Moderate fitness is required
More challenging walks on specified dates Our base for this trip is Agriturismo Braccicorti, a traditional stone farmhouse on the lower slopes of the Apennines. On a typical Tuscan farm, it has been authentically renovated and is surrounded by meadows, orchards, woodland and vines.
It comprises four twin/double rooms (with private bathrooms) and two apartments, with one twin/double and one single room sharing a bathroom. Double or twin should be stated upon booking and the rooms with private bathrooms are on a ‘first come, first served’ basis, if requested. There is also a dining room, comfortable living room, quiet room, terrace, golf course with a driving range, swimming pool (open mid-May to end of September), and a garden with sweeping views to the mountains.
Worth knowing
Activity Level 5 (Challenging) departures: We spend one night in a mountain hut with dormitory-style accommodation. There is no charge for the only standard single room, as bathroom facilities are shared. This is provided on a ‘first come, first served’ basis and should be requested upon booking. Further double rooms for sole use can be requested two weeks prior to departure; a supplement applies for these. We cannot guarantee these will have private bathrooms.
Highlights
- Escape the crowds on a walking adventure in Tuscany’s lesser-known mountainous region
- Gaze over the Apennines from the summit of Monte Prado, Tuscany’s tallest peak
- Take the opportunity to visit Lucca, the Cinque Terre, Florence or Pisa on a free day
- Feel like one of the family at Agriturismo Braccicorti, our farmhouse for the week
What's this trip about?
A dramatic contrast to the rolling hills of southern Tuscany, Garfagnana in the mountainous north is a hiker’s dream. Experience its most beautiful trails, discovering picturesque mountain villages, wild national parks and summit views. Return each evening to our stone farmhouse on the lower slopes of the Apennines. Traditional Italian hospitality and good food await, plus there’s a free day to explore nearby Lucca, the Cinque Terre, Florence or Pisa.
Please note: Most departures for this trip are graded Activity Level 3 (Moderate); however, if you’re looking to push yourself, join one of our Activity Level 5 (Challenging) departures to tackle more difficult treks and spend a night in a mountain refuge. For a day-by-day schedule for each Activity Level, see the itinerary. Please check the Dates & Prices tab to confirm the Activity Level rating for each departure before booking. Discover Italy’s best-kept hiking secret from our traditional stone farmhouse on the Apennine slopes
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49, 18 - 35, 12 - 17
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBraccicorti
End CityBraccicorti
Travel Themes
Activities
Trip includes
- All breakfasts, five picnic lunches, five dinners
- All accommodation
- All transport and activities
- Tour leader throughout