Discover Tuscany

Overseas Living Magazine:Discover Tuscany
08/01/2009
Overseas Living

The walls of the city, for more than two thousand years, have preserved precious jewels of art, history and culture. The same things that today give to citizens and visitors from all around the world, a unique and seductive sight


As an Italy specialist, Page & Moy offer 31 holidays to the country, with several 'off the beaten track' itineraries. The hugely popular Tuscan region has proven a firm favourite with the discerning visitor; Page & Moy's scheduled tours tempting to the last. Hidden Tuscany offers departures in May, June and September 2009 with eight-day holidays from £699 per person. Accommodation is in an attractive hotel located in the heart of the old town of Massa Marittima, a medieval jewel set amongst tranquil hills and vineyards, where you'll discover some of Tuscany's hidden gems.

You stay for one night on a half board basis and six nights on a bed and breakfast basis giving you the option to dine out on six of the evenings in one of the nearby village restaurants. Flights are from London Gatwick to Pisa. From your base in Massa Marittima you will visit Florence and Siena. Other excursions include a visit to the resort town of Castigilione, and the beautiful island of Elba which you'll cross by ferry to enjoy a sightseeing tour of the white sandy beaches, and mountainous interior for which Elba is known. Live like a local A Taste of Tuscany - eight days from £969 per person. The price includes visits to Montalcino, Siena, Pienza & Montepulciano for wine tasting, Florence and San Quirico d'Orcia. Seven nights' half board accommodation is spent in a typical three star Tuscan hotel with its pretty terrace overlooking the Orcia Valley. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool plus a wellness and beauty centre with indoor pool. You will experience traditional Tuscan dishes in the hotel's Taverna di Barbarossa, housed in an adjacent 13th Century farmhouse.

Where better to sample the fine wines of Tuscany than in the vineyards that produce them? You'll taste fantastic local produce and dine in local restaurants as well as visiting some of Italy's famous cities! Flights are from London Heathrow to Rome. Departures are during May, June, September and October 2009. Timeless beauty Another Page & Moy favourite is the Barga, the Essence of Tuscany. Eight days costs £769 per person and is spent amidst the timeless beauty of Tuscany. Immerse yourself in the culture and rich architectural heritage of Florence, Siena, Pisa and Lucca and discover hilltop villages, historic palaces and enticing landscapes all from your base at the foot of the Appenine Mountains.

Accommodation includes seven nights' half board in a friendly, family-run hotel which enjoys a quiet location and has been popular with Page & Moy guests for many years. The view of the valley and mountains can be enjoyed from the rooftop terrace. Departures in April, May, June and September 2009. Tours of Sicily, the Bay of Naples and Crete are led by specialist lecturers and there are also special departures to coincide with the Venice Carnival, Slow Food Fair in Turin and the Grand Exhibition of the celebrated Italian Renaissance architect, Andrea Palladio in Vincenza. With expert Tour Guides, Page & Moy takes you behind the scenes to experience the best of travel to Italy.

The company continues to offer customers flexibility. There is the option to fly direct from a choice of 20 regional airports, with the majority free or from just £29 per person, regional connecting flights to London from £69 per person or for even more flexibility, a 'make your own way' initiative - available to customers travelling independently to their holiday destination in return for a £150 holiday price reduction. The services of a Page & Moy Tour Manager are included on all tours. Useful Information For more information on these tours and more call 0800 043 0234 or go to: www.pageandmoy.com

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