Chianti: Walking & Wine: Italy Walking Holiday

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Average Review Rating: from 15 reviews.

Peter Smith

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written May 2013
Our first Exodus trip and it won't be the last. A very good taster for finding fitness levels and gauging whether or not this holiday type is for you.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Some of the views across the Tuscany hills and valleys are amazing. A patchwork of vineyards, hill top towns and a spattering of red poppies. In the background a cuckoo. In Siena we had The Baptistry chapel to ourselves and could see Donatello's font panels at close hand. Amazing after learning about them years ago in A level Art.
What did you think of your group leader?
Ale pitched the level very well. He was always happy to chat with anyone and everyone at breakfast, on the walks or at dinner. He had excellent local knowledge and guided us towards some hidden bars and restaurants. He managed to keep the trip seeming fresh and new which is a rare skill. Any problems were solved quickly and amicably.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
This is a great starter trip if you unsure whether Exodus is for you. The group got on well right from the pick up at the airport. No one minded who they sat with on the minibus or at meals. Singles and couples were all happy to get on without feeling space or privacy had been invaded. There was always a good atmosphere when we were out together. The walks were a good distance for a casual walker 10-12k without too many steep hills. The guide made sure we took sensible breaks and waited for stragglers.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
I'd been concerned that my fitness level would not be up to even a Leisurely/Moderate holiday but it was pitched well for an average walker. The group was very easy to get on with, and from what people who have taken several Exodus Holidays say, this is normal. There was plenty of free time on the visits to disappear and explore the sites you wanted to, be it shopping, galleries, chapels or sculpture. The wine tasting was interesting and amusing, nothing pretentious and certainly no hard sell at any point. Since returning we have booked a second holiday in Spain for September. What more recommendation could there be.
Brian Allegri

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written May 2013
This was our first walking holiday and we will definitely do it again, we loved it.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The trip to Sienna was a fabulous day.
What did you think of your group leader?
Nothing was too much trouble, he interacted wonderfully with the whole group.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
It is what it says it is, follow the guidance notes before you go and you will have a fabulous time.
Linda Carter

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written May 2013
My first trip as a single traveller, I needn't have worried. The whole experience was fantastic. Good food ,wine, excellent company together with a well planned itinery. The walking pace was sentitive to the groups ability add the trips,wine tasting and scenery and I had a wonderful holiday
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The Tuscan coutryside, views and of course Sienna, I would love to return to see the horse race on the square.
What did you think of your group leader?
Ali was great, any minor concerns were solved without fuss, he coudn t have been more helpful.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Read the description it is exactly what it says on the tin!!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This was my first trip with Exodus and I fully intend to repeat the experience soon
brendan O'Neill

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written September 2012
great mix of a holiday, fantastic scenery, walking 95% off roads, great sight seeing too!!
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
having breakfast as the mist cleared revealing the tuscan view - beautiful.
What did you think of your group leader?
took great care of us, very clear in her directions, made sure we had nothong to worry about, and went the extra mile.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
be prepared for it to be wamer than the UK, possibly humid too.
Leena Malde

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written June 2012
A very well put together trip.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
The wealth of knowledge of our leader was apparent from day one and hearing of all of his experiences both in Italy and around the rest of the globe was fantastic.
The food was incredible - all of it - the meals at the Fattoria were delicious and varied, the ice cream was superb as you would expect, and the meals out were superb too.
What did you think of your group leader?
Very knoweldgeable and charismatic. He knew at least a little bit about everything, even the wild flowers, fauna and of course the luscious fruits. Ale always made sure we had the right footwear for the type of day we would be having and checked weather forecasts for us too.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go and enjoy! The food is superb and your guide may offer you the option for a picnic lunch on one of the days. Take it - it was great! We lounged under olive trees eating bread, meat, cheese, olives, sundried tomatoes and fruit. The walks are not hard at all, of course lots of up and down but Ale let us take things at whatever pace we wanted to so that didn't hinder things at all.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
A lovely trip. My first centre-based trip so it was a joy to leave my toothbrush by the same sink for so many days! Beautiful landscapes, friendly people, amazing wine and plenty of it.
Leah Martin

CHIANTI: WALKING & WINE

Written May 2012
The trip had a really good balance of activities, with plently to do while still leaving you time to relax and chill out. Tuscany is so beautiful and Fattoria Voltrona was a great place to stay. I would definitely recommend this trip to my friends.
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What did you think of your group leader?
Karl and Ale were both excellent guides. They took really good care of the group and were fun people to hang out with.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The trip suits a wide variety of ages, both my mum and I had a great time.
Suzanne Martin

WALKING IN TUSCANY

Written May 2012
Wonderful guides, people, scenery, walks, wine and accommodations. Everything was excellent.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Standing on the balcony at Fattoria Voltrona looking at the incredible scenery.
I love Australia but this took my breathe away.
The villages that we passed through on our walks. Old and beautiful.
What did you think of your group leader?
Karl was fabulous. This was my first trip with a group leader and a group of people that I didn't know.
From the first meeting at the airport Karl made me feel very welcome.
Karl was always very happy, helpful and also interesting to listen to.
Karl appeared to take time to make sure everyone was included in all group activities and that no one was left out unless they wanted to be.
I would recommend this tour and Karl to anyone that was interested in this sort of trip.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Good walking shoe and be prepare for a lot of hills and steps.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Also would like to aknowledge the other group leader that was with our group. Ale. Also excellent.