The majority of travellers to Tuscany head straight for the major cities and landmarks of Florence, Siena and Pisa, but many return home disappointed, believing that Tuscany is full of tourists and major tourist destinations.
However this is far from the truth, Tuscany has much more to offer and many of the sights, sounds and tastes of this beautiful region are no more than a day trip away from a central location where a stay in a luxury villa in Florence could be your default choice.
The first treat can be found close to the town of Pitigliano, known as Piccola Gerusalemme, or Little Jerusalem, where Via Cave offers a magical walk through sacred Etruscan pathways carved through the tufa.
Second is the opportunity to cruise the spectacular Tuscan archipelago for a day. A natural paradise, beloved by lovers of the sea and divers. One day cruises set off daily from Castiglione della Pescaia and Porto Santo Stefano and journey to the islands of the archipelago including the Isles of Elba, Giglio, Giannutri, Montecristo and Pianosa. A great way to discover another of Tuscany’s hidden secrets.
Lastly, Tuscany’s picture perfect rolling hills and open countryside are not the only thing to be found away from the larger cities. Monte Amiata, at 1700 metres the highest peak in the region, is a favourite picnic destination where chestnut groves and beech tree forests offer a cooling respite from the hot long summer days.
Visitors to Tuscany are assured of a warm welcome from the locals and when searching for accommodation, many visitors prefer local villas, a tradition dating back to Roman times. Luxury Tuscan Villas with pools are equipped with many modern amenities and present an ideal option for groups of all sizes.
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