Hiking the Mountains of Tuscany

Things to know

• Covid measures in Tuscany, Italy

  57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. 

  We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, their guides, and the communities they’re traveling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Tuscany, Italy, please refer to Italy’s Ministry of Health Website and the Italian National Tourist Board Website.

  Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

• What’s included?

  What you get on this adventure:

  • • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • Seven days of hiking
    • Round-trip transportation
    • Transportation from the Apuan Alps to Pisa on the last day
    • Accommodation for 7 nights on a twin-sharing basis
    • 7 breakfasts, lunches and dinners

  What’s not included:

  • • Unexpected transfers not planned in the program
    • Visits to particular tourist sites
    • Optional activities and personal expenses
    • Transportation to the destination
• How fit do I need to be?

  In order to participate in these guided hiking tours, you need to be in very good physical shape. You’ll be hiking anywhere between 4 and 7 hours every day, covering up to 16 km (10 miles) with ascents ranging from 550m / 1800ft to 950m / 3,116ft. Despite the physical requirements, hikers of all experience levels are welcome.

• What do I need to bring?

  Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:

  • • Day pack large enough to carry all the items listed (around a 30L bag)
    • Hiking poles — optional
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2-3L capacity)
    • Hat and gloves
    • Walking boots with good ankle support
    • Comfortable padded walking socks
    • Warm fleece jumper
    • Spare clothes for layering
    • Waterproof rain jacket
    • Lightweight hiking pants
    • Hiking shorts
    • Towels
    • Bathing suits
    • Sunhat
    • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
    • Headlamp or flashlight
    • Sunglasses
    • Binoculars — optional
    • Blister packs — optional 
    • Camera — optional (but recommended)

  Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.

• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • The group size for these group hiking adventures is 5–11 people with one guide.
    • Cost is per person and it doesn’t decrease as the group grows.

  Hiking in Tuscany can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Getting there and meeting location

  Your guides will pick you up in Pisa, then transfer you to the Lavacchio Farm in Tuscany, which will be your homebase for the remainder of the tour.

• Deposits and cancelation policy

  A 30% deposit to secure your place is due upon booking. The remaining amount is paid 3 months (90 days) prior to departure. Once the trip is confirmed by the guide, the cancelation policy stated below applies. In case of cancelation on your part, the cancelation fee will be kept by your guiding service in the following manner:

  • • More than 30 days before the departure: $235 (200 €) per person for set-up fees.
    • Between 29 and 16 days before the departure: 50% of the full price of your holiday.
    • Between 15 and 2 days before the departure: 90% of the full price of your holiday.
    • Less than 2 days before the departure: 100% of the full price of your holiday