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Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Tuscany with our "Walking in Tuscany" tour. This small group adventure, limited to 20 travelers, offers a unique blend of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore the iconic Chianti region, savoring wine tastings and a delightful lunch at the Vicchiomaggio Castle. Discover Florence's hidden gems on a guided walking tour, and delve into the rich history of the Medici family with a visit to the Poggio a Caiano Villa. Enjoy the freedom of solo travel with your own guaranteed room and no single supplement. With a dedicated Just You holiday director and specialist local guide, you'll experience the best of Tuscany, from the charming town of Pistoia to the medieval allure of Lucca. This tour includes return flights from London, 7 nights in a 4-star hotel, and 11 meals, ensuring a seamless and enriching Italian escape.

Highlights
  • Medici walk and visit to Poggio a Caiano Villa
  • Walking tour of Florence
  • Chianti walk
  • Vicchiomaggio castle wine-tasting and lunch
  • Explore the hilltop town of Vinci, birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci
  • Optional trek to the mountain lake of Scaffaiolo
  • Visit the medieval fortified town of Lucca and walk along its impressive walls
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay at the 4-star Hotel Villa Cappugi, where you are guaranteed your own twin or double room without any single supplement. The hotel offers a relaxing environment to unwind after a day of exploring the beautiful Tuscan countryside.
Excursions Included

  • Medici walk & visit to Poggio a Caiano Villa  

  • Mountain walk in the Apennines

  • Typical lunch in a mountain hut

  • Walking tour of Florence 

  • Chianti walk 

  • Verrazzano castle wine-tasting & lunch

Optional Excursions

  • The charming town of Lucca

  • Walk from Fornello to Vinci

Mode of Transport
Travel conveniently with return flights from London and overseas transfers included. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi on board your coach as you explore the scenic landscapes of Tuscany, ensuring a seamless and connected journey throughout your tour.
Optional excursions
Optional excursions such as the advanced trek in the mountains north of Pistoia and the excursion to Lucca are not included in the tour price.
Personal expenses
Personal expenses such as shopping and additional meals are not included.
Destinations
  • Europe
  • Italy
Tour Types
  • Small Group
  • Wine Tasting
  • Cultural
  • History
  • Sightseeing
  • Walking Hiking and Trekking

Location: Pisa

Today, you will fly to Pisa and on arrival we will transfer you to your hotel. This evening, you will meet your fellow travellers over a drink and dinner.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Dinner

Location: Chianti, Badia a Passignano Monastery, Vicchiomaggio Castle

Walk 6 km/4 mi - 2.5 hrs <br/>Our walk today takes us to the famous region of Chianti. Beginning at the Badia a Passignano Monastery, we'll stroll along quiet country roads, past vineyards and olive groves, and through a landscape dotted with quaint little villages and farmhouses. The walk ends at the magnificent Vicchiomaggio Castle, a well-preserved castle in Tuscany, that's now a winery. We'll see its cellars and then enjoy a tasting of Chianti along with a light lunch on a terrace, overlooking the Tuscan countryside.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Location: Florence, Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence

10 km/6.2 mi - 3 hrs <br/>We’re going to explore Florence on foot, starting at Piazzale Michelangelo, which sits on a hill and offers stunning views of the city. We’ll then make our way to the city centre, past hidden treasures including one of the finest Romanesque churches in Tuscany and the Porcellino covered market. Enjoy some free time for lunch and perhaps a spot of shopping this afternoon.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Pistoia, Doganaccia, Scaffaiolo Lake

Walk 12 km/7.5 mi - 4 hrs <br/>You can enjoy time to yourself today, or change the pace on a more advanced optional trek in the mountains north of Pistoia. We’ll admire breathtaking views as we ride a cable car to Doganaccia, about 1,500 metres above sea level. From here, we’ll walk through meadows and mountain pastures to the glistening mountain lake of Scaffaiolo. We’ll enjoy a lunch of traditional dishes, such as polenta with sausages or mushrooms and cheese. On the way back to the hotel, we’ll stop at a suspension bridge that’s said to be the second-longest in the world. If you’re feeling brave, you can walk across it!

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Pistoia, Vinci

Walk 9 km/5.6 mi - 2.5 hrs <br/>You’ve a free day to relax at the hotel or explore at your own pace with your travelling companions. Alternatively, join our optional walk from Fornello to Vinci, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci. In the company of a Local Guide, we’ll explore this hilltop town and visit the museum dedicated to the artist’s work. Models bring to life the ideas captured in his drawings and provide a fascinating glimpse of his work.

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Florence, Medici Villa of Poggio a Caiano, Carmignano

Walk 8km/5mi - 3hrs <br/>You'll step back in time today and learn about the fascinating history of the Medici family, who rose to political power in Florence during the Renaissance period. Thanks to their success, the family amassed significant wealth and were passionate supporters of the arts. It was due to their influence and generosity that Renaissance culture flourished in the city of Florence. <br/>On our walk today, we'll learn how the Medicis ruled Florence for around three centuries and then we'll head to the magnificent Medici Villa of Poggio a Caiano, before heading to the stunning medieval town of Carmignano, nestled in the Montalbano hills. There will be free time to enjoy lunch here if you wish.

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Pistoia, Lucca

Enjoy a day at leisure or join an optional excursion to Lucca, a medieval fortified town. Here, we'll walk along the impressive walls and admire fabulous views of the town's surroundings.

Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Cappugi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Pisa

Today transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
    -A dedicated Just You holiday director and specialist local guide will accompany you on the trip.
  • Return flights from London
    -Return flights from London are included in the tour package.
  • 7 nights in a 4-star hotel
    -Accommodation for 7 nights in a 4-star hotel is included.
  • A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
    -You are guaranteed your own twin or double room without a single supplement.
  • 11 included meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners including a welcome drink
    -The tour includes 11 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners with a welcome drink.
  • Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
    -Overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included in the tour.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board your coach
    -Complimentary Wi-Fi is available on board your coach during the tour.
  • Medici walk & visit to Poggio a Caiano Villa
    -The tour includes a Medici walk and a visit to Poggio a Caiano Villa.
  • Walking tour of Florence
    -A walking tour of Florence is included in the itinerary.
  • Chianti walk
    -The tour features a walk in the Chianti region.
  • Vicchiomaggio castle wine-tasting & lunch
    -Wine-tasting and lunch at Vicchiomaggio Castle are included.
  • Small group travel style - Max 20 people on this tour
    -The tour is designed for small groups with a maximum of 20 people.

Not Included
  • Optional excursions
    -Optional excursions such as the advanced trek in the mountains north of Pistoia and the excursion to Lucca are not included in the tour price.
  • Personal expenses
    -Personal expenses such as shopping and additional meals are not included.
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
Yes, there are optional activities such as a trek in the mountains north of Pistoia and a walk from Fornello to Vinci.
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
Yes, a Just You Holiday Director and a Specialist Local Guide will be with you on the trip.
No, there is no single supplement for solo travelers, and you are guaranteed your own room.
Yes, overseas transfers, other transportation, and porterage are included in the tour.
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
The tour is designed for small group travel with a maximum of 20 people.
The tour starts with a flight to Pisa, and upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
The tour includes various walking activities such as a Chianti walk, a Florence walking tour, and a Medici walk. There are also optional excursions and leisure days.
The tour package includes 11 meals: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners, including a welcome drink.
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
The tour includes 7 nights in a 4-star hotel, specifically at the Hotel Villa Cappugi.
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
10* Walking in Tuscany
I had a great holiday and would book with Just You again, It’s a way of meeting people and having time on your own if required.
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9* Walking in Tuscany
The holiday overall was lovely - we were lucky with the weather, the walks were well-organised, and the guides very informative. I especially enjoyed the Vinci tour. Breakfast in the hotel was very good. Everything was well-organised and I felt well looked after - although given the cost of the holiday that is what I would expect.
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Date: The holiday overall was lovely - we were lucky wit
10* Walking in Tuscany
An excellent holiday, very well organised, communicated and delivered. Just You gave me an excellent service from start to finish.
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Date: An excellent holiday, very well organised, communi
9* Walking in Tuscany
I had a great holiday, our tour manager Silvia was excellent.
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Date: I had a great holiday, our tour manager Silvia was

You will have the option to book your own flights independently with the operator.

Dates Price Availability
09-Sep-2025
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09-Sep-2025
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £1799.00
30-Sep-2025
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30-Sep-2025
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21-Apr-2026
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21-Apr-2026
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02-Jun-2026
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02-Jun-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £1849.00
08-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single £1749.00
08-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single Flight Included £1849.00
29-Sep-2026
for 0 Nights 		Single £1749.00
29-Sep-2026
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This tour is operated by Just You

8 days from £1649 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:Pisa, Italy
Finish:Pisa, Italy
Group size:15 - 20
Suitable for: 18-99
Physical rating:Medium
Diets:Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests
Tour operated in: English
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Tour Reference: SEITWA
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