Local Living Italy—Tuscany San Gimignano
7 days
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If you’ve ever wanted to forge a deeper bond with a destination, this is your chance. Centred in San Gimignano, this Local Living adventure places you in the heart of central Tuscany. You’re free to explore the town, visit vineyards, discover medieval highlights, or embrace your inner artist wandering the Tuscan countryside. If you’re looking for a deeper dive into Italian cities, there’ll be day trips to visit Siena and Florence. You’ll share the main accommodation with like-minded travellers and a CEO (Chief Experience Officer) there to point you in the right direction. Prepare to fall in love with Italy.

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  • Duration: 7 days
    Service level: Standard
  • Physical Grading: Light
  • Ages: 12+
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Itinerary

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Day 1: Rome
Arrive at any time. We highly recommend booking pre-tour accommodations in Rome to fully experience all this amazing city has to offer. There's lots to explore!

Please note that if Vatican City is on your must-see list, we highly recommend purchasing your tickets online several weeks prior to your trip. Same-day entrance to St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel) cannot be guaranteed without advance tickets.

Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Rome before Day 1 of this itinerary.
Day 2: Rome/San Gimignano
Transfer by train and bus to San Gimignano and walk to your home for the week, which is located just outside the beautiful medieval hill town of San Gimignano. The property owner, Ugo, is a San Gimignano native and is a fountain of information about the area. He lives in one of the apartments in his remodeled medieval house.
Enjoy a morning orientation walk in Rome, then travel in the afternoon via train and bus to your home for the week. Take an orientation stroll with the CEO for a first glance at San Gimignano.
Meals: B
Day 3: San Gimignano
Walk on top of the medieval city walls of San Gimignano for a new perspective on the town and sweeping views of the area. Enjoy an included half-day cooking class in the afternoon. Savour your self-made regional delights over dinner.
Meals: B, D
Day 4: San Gimignano
Enjoy a day trip to Siena including an orientation walk with the CEO. In the evening, sit down to a home cooked dinner with your Local Living host, Ugo. Sit down to a home cooked dinner with Ugo.
Meals: B, D
Day 5: San Gimignano
The Via Francigena, a historical path in use approximately 1,000 years ago by those making pilgrimage between Canterbury, England, and Rome, runs very close to the Local Living house. It is great path for those who wish to explore the Tuscan countryside by foot.
Enjoy free time to visit the San Gimignano market in the morning before a leisurely walk through the Tuscan countryside along the historical Via Francigena path to Montauto, where great views of San Gimignano from afar await. In the evening, enjoy a tasting of some local wines. Sit down to a home cooked dinner with Ugo.
Meals: B, D
Day 6: Florence
Enjoy a day trip to Florence with plenty of free time to check out local museums and plazas. Opt to go out for a final group dinner back in San Gimignano or cook together at the apartments. While the group will travel together to Florence, the return time is flexible and can vary by each person's touristing stamina. The return ticket is provided, but you decide when to leave.
Meals: B
Day 7: San Gimignano/Rome
Transfer by bus and train to Rome. Depart in the early afternoon from the Rome train station (Termini). If you wish to extend your stay in Rome, consider booking post-tour accommodation with us. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Rome after your tour ends.
Meals: B
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Inclusions

Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Half-day Cooking Class, San Gimignano Your Local Living Moment: Home Cooked Dinner with Ugo, San Gimignano Your Local Living Moment: Local Wine Tasting, San Gimignano
  • Orientation walks in Rome, San Gimignano, and Siena
  • Walk along San Gimignano's medieval wall
  • Quarter-day walk through the Tuscan countryside to Montauto
  • Day trips to Siena and Florence
  • Transport between destinations and included activities

  • Transport

    Local bus, Train, Walking

  • Accommodation

    Hotel (1 nt), Apartments in a locally owned home (5 nts)

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