Give your mind a rest from the noise of the crowded towns, follow your expert guide on a pleasant walk along the Via Francigena, an ancient pilgrim route first plotted by the Archbishop Sigeric of Canterbury on his return from Rome in the 9th century. The route was considered the main artery to Rome throughout the Middle Ages and is still a popular trail today. Once a highway of men and emotions, a spiritual pilgrimage as well as wealthy trade route, the via Francigena had been forgotten and almost entirely relegated to history by modern roads and only recently brought back to the grip of modernity, enjoyed by many modern pilgrims and hikers alike. Experience the beauty of the mixture between the Tuscan countryside and the glory of its medieval past, still present in the wonderfully preserved castles, villages and ruins along the route.   Pass through forests and fields, vineyards and olive groves from Siena to the imposing fortress of Monteriggioni, a medieval fortress built by the Sienese in the thirteenth century as a bastion of defense in their wars against Florence, today a fortified but quaint village with many shops of local crafts and products.   Once in Monteriggioni, enjoy a guided tasting of local wines before saying goodbye to your guide. You can then remain to explore the village and the surrounding area further at your own pace or return to Siena right away, as you are given bus tickets to return to Siena in your own time (several return buses available throughout the afternoon).

Visit the bucolic Tuscan countryside of Siena, cross sleepy stone villages, admire medieval towers jutting out from the landscape and hike along the ancient pilgrim route of the Via Francigena or the old "way to Rome" of medieval Europe. Immerse yourself in Mediterranean forest, cross neatly tended olive groves and sleepy villages with cobbled streets and stone houses. Interact with your eloquent guide that accompanies you and illustrates the history traditions, flora and fauna of Tuscany. Arrive to a panoramic spot for a small picnic and tasting of Tuscany's olive oil. Learn to recognize the famous "green gold" and understand how it is made and what flavors to look out for. After our tasting we continue on footpaths through idyllic landscapes dotted with historical sights and plenty of photo opportunities and arrive to your lunch venue after approximately 4 hours and 12km of hiking. Enjoy a well earned outdoor lunch experience at a farm and pilgrim stop along the Francigena route. Savor traditional fresh and seasonal lunch accompanied by tasting of the local wines. The hike is a loop of about 10km and starts and ends at the same location, transportation to and from the venue can be requested as an extra. The hike is on easy country footpaths and roads that do not require a specific level of physical preparation.

If you want to immerse yourself in a naturalistic itinerary of high cultural depth as well, here you are satisfied with the fabulous itinerary of the village of Monteriggioni, one of the most beautiful and special places in Italy. It is a small fortified village, perched on top of a hill, and is truly unmissable during a tour of the Tuscan countryside. The excursion starts from the parking lot in Monteriggioni, we will take the Via Francigena, which led from Southern Europe to Rome, a destination for pilgrims and crusaders, to immerse ourselves in the beautiful unspoiled nature of the surrounding woods of which we will enjoy unprecedented views and glimpses of the mighty walled walls against the backdrop of the hilly landscape and understand how the perimeter is structured. We will make a brief stop at a famous restaurant where we can enjoy fantastic typical Tuscan products to continue to the charming village inside the walls, where there will be an opportunity to stop and admire the history that encloses it. The route is very simple, suitable for young and old so I look forward to seeing you all for a fantastic ride to have fun together!