 Will I join a group? If you choose a featured excursion, yes. Most of these last about a week. But you can also design your own excursion – a trip just for your party, with your choice of dates, itinerary and lodging. In either case the maximum group size is six. What’s the price range? For a 7-day trip about US$2000-2500 per person depending on group size, lodging choices and exchange rate (includes all expenses except air fare to Rome). I’ll help tailor the trip to your budget – my overhead is low, and I’ve discovered wonderful places to stay and eat that offer superb value. Where do we meet? In Rome, the jumping-off point for these trips. I suggest enjoying a few days here before your walk. It’s one of the world’s most fascinating cities – a great place to recover from jet lag. Tips on flights, lodging or sightseeing are available on request. How strenuous are the walks? You have choices. On average we walk 5-9 miles daily (3-5 hours) in partly hilly terrain. We stop to see things and our pace is modest; still, perspiring lightly or pausing now and then to catch your breath is to be expected. If you’d like a less (or more) ambitious excursion I’ll happily arrange it. Participants must be in good physical condition. What are the meals like? Breakfast is typically some mix of coffee/cappuccino, juic The accommodations? B&Bs, historic monasteries, village inns… in the European tradition, rooms and shower stalls are often small, but most offer delightful old-world ambiance. All are clean and comfortable. Budget or upscale options are available in many locations. What should I bring?
Who carries my luggage? When we walk from town to town, it’s shuttled. If we take a train or bus, you’ll be handling it. Traveling light is best. How structured is our time? Most days have a full slate of activities; there’s a space of free time each afternoon. In the evening we usually eat together, but doing your own thing is absolutely fine! How firm is the itinerary? Reasonably firm. Minor changes are possi What’s the best season for walking? I like spring – temperatures are mild, the air is fresh and there’s lots of greenery. That’s when I’m usually in Italy; other times may be possible by special arrangement. How do I sign up? First explore the website, then email me your ideas and questions. I’ll help plan your trip and confirm the cost. A $300 deposit holds your dates (refundable until a month before your trip). Booking early is advisable. For more information please write to me.  
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e, pastry, bread, jam, cheese, yogurt, cereal, and fruit. We’ll supplement it if you like. Lunch may be in a restaurant with tempting choices or a rustic picnic of deli treats. Dinner is late (around 8 pm) but worth the wait: plentiful portions of delicious regional specialties and tasty local wines.
ble due to rain, a closed attraction or a sudden inspiration on the part of your guide. Rainy-day activities include visits to museums, churches, cafes and nearby towns.