Via Francigena Trek
7 September 2026 - 13 September 2026
Join this fantastic charity challenge, trekking 120km from Altopascio to Siena along the ‘Tuscan’ section of Via Francigena - 1700km long historic pilgrimage and cultural route stretching from Canterbury to Rome. It is known as "the road of the Franks" and was first recorded in the 10th century by Archbishop Sigeric, making it one of Europe's great pilgrim paths.
This section takes us through the breath-taking landscape Tuscany is known for... rolling hills with cypress lined gravel paths, vineyards, olive groves, fields of sunflowers, stunning historic villages and towns of San Gimignano, San Miniato, Monteriggioni, and finally Siena!
Passionate and warm culture Italians are famed for, together with the culinary delights and wine... all shared by lovely bunch of like minded people making a difference, makes it for a perfect charity challenge you don’t want to miss!
HIGHLIGHTS
- Walk through the stunning Tuscan landscape
- Experience the Italian culture and cuisine
- Be awed by historic towns steeped in history
- Be part of amazing group
£250 registration deposit, with further £425 further costs due 8 weeks before the event (£675 in total).
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Transfers from / to Pisa airport
- 5 days guided walks
- 6 nights Bed and Breakfast (3 x private rooms in hostels accommodation & 3 x twin or double in hotels)
- Celebratory dinner on day 6
- Luggage transfers
- Support vehicle
- Refreshments stops
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Flights
- Personal travel insurance
- Drinks (other than drinking water)
- Tips and gratuities