Walking and eating in Tuscany and Umbria

Description

Fully updated for 2005—The classic guide to the dazzling landscapes and hidden delights of two of Italy's most tantalizing provincesJames Lasdun and Pia Davis offer forty walks through the spectacular countryside of Tuscany and Umbria. Arranged for the utmost flexibility—from half-day outings easily accessible from a city base to day walks that can be linked together in a series—the itineraries combine the pleasures of walking and eating with one of the most enchanting landscapes in the world. Calling at medieval hill towns, secluded Benedictine abbeys, spring-fed pools, and Etruscan ruins, Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria enables travelers to discover Italy’s finest delights in a singularly rewarding way.Featuring:• New and revised walks• Clear, easy-to-follow maps• Suggestions for local food and wine and the best restaurants, hotels, and family- run accommodations• Half-day, full-day, or overnight itineraries• Practical tips, including information on climate, what to take, what to wear, and much more

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Other Editions

• Walking and eating in Tuscany and UmbriaPenguin Books1997-01-01
• Walking and eating in Tuscany and UmbriaPenguin Books2004-01-01
• Walking and Eating in Tuscany and UmbriaElectronic resourcePenguin Group USA, Inc.2009-01-01