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Via Francigena Stage 5: Aulla to San Miniato

From £875.00
8 Days & 7 Nights
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Via Francigena Stage 5: Aulla to San Miniato

  • The Apuane Alps with their famed white Carrara marble peaks
  • Walk through a patchwork of exquisite Tuscan landscapes
  • Stroll through the historical region of Lunigiana, an area of verdant meadows
  • Enjoy staying in the medieval village of San Miniato
  • Wander along the Renaissance walls of Lucca which although centuries old are still intact
Originating in the historical region of Lunigiana, an area of great gastronomy, lush green meadows and waterfalls, your walking tour along the Via Francigena takes you from Aulla at the foot of the Apennines, along the coast into northern Tuscany and the medieval village of San Miniato. Ancient and strategic strongholds, majestic hills and valleys, the town of Lucca with its Renaissance walls -this journey will not disappoint and you will savour every moment, from the glorious views over the Apuane Alps to the imposing and majestic structure of the Brunella Fortress.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Aulla Day 2 Aulla to Sarzana 11 miles / 19 km Day 3 Sarzana to Avenza 11 miles / 17 km Day 4 Walk Avenza to Massa, Train to Pietrasanta, Walk to Camaiore 14 miles / 22 km Day 5 Camaiore to Lucca 15 miles / 24 km Day 6 Lucca to Altopascio 11 miles / 17 km Day 7 Altopascio to San Miniato 18 miles / 29 km Day 8 Onward Travel
THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 3kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 3kg is equivalent to 10 miles in a medium petrol car. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.

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