Walking and Eating in Tuscany and Umbria : 2005 Edition Book

James 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

Taking readers on a series of walks that not only go deep into the classic landscape of vineyards, olive groves, forests and mountains, but also through hill towns, villages and other cultural centers, this book offers 40 itineraries--from half-day to full-day walks to routes stretching over several days. Photos throughout. 416 pp.