Via Francigena: Pontremoli to Lucca

What's Included

• Accommodation
  7 nights in 3 star hotels and agriturismo / B&B's

• 7 breakfasts: Breakfasts are usually continental inclusive of breads, tea, coffee & juices

• 7 nights in 3 star hotels and agriturismo / B&B's on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

• Information pack including smartphone app with maps and Via Francigena guidebook (per room booked)

• Luggage transfer (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg and max size 60 x 50 x 40 cm per person). Supplement applies for excess

• Emergency hotline and SMS hotline

• Credenziale - the pilgrim's passport

• Travel to Pontremoli and from Lucca

• Meals not listed as included, drinks

• Travel insurance - mandatory

• Guide – this is a self-guided walking holiday

• Transfers not listed as included

• A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room

• Entrance fees

• Hotel taxes (allow €1-2.50 per night, to be paid directly to each hotel)

• Excess luggage

• Items of a personal nature

What's Not Included

• Items of a personal nature including drinks, souvenirs, phone calls, internet and laundry etc.

• Lunches, dinners and drinks. Allow EUR15-20 for each dinner and EUR5 for a picnic lunch

• Entrance fees (museums, galleries etc.)

• Guide - this is a self guided tour

What You Carry

As the walks are fully supported you only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, water bottle, lunch supplies, mobile phone and sun protection etc.

Grading

MODERATE – GRADE 3
This is a moderate grade walk along paths that are well defined and clearly marked and sometimes paved. You should be an experienced walker and be able to walk for up to 7 hours a day in hot sun on dusty and stony tracks. There are some steep hills, and the terrain is mountainous at times. The whole itinerary is well-marked by the official signs of the Via Francigena. A reasonable level of fitness is required. As with all of our trips it is important that you are well prepared. We suggest that you undertake regular exercise – swimming, cycling, and jogging, two to three times a week for three months prior to your departure.

Mode of Transport

Travel to Pontremoli and from Lucca is included, with luggage transfer (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg and max size 60 x 50 x 40 cm per person) provided during the tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in 3-star hotels and agriturismo/B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities, providing a comfortable and authentic Italian experience.