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Tuscany Travel Guide
Thermal baths, medieval villages, Chianti and itineraries: everything you need to explore Tuscany from Poggibonsi.
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Val d'Orcia Tuscany: UNESCO landscape and what to see
Val d'Orcia is Tuscany's most iconic UNESCO landscape. Pienza, Montalcino, Bagno Vignoni and the cypress-lined roads. Complete guide with distances from Poggibonsi.
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Siena travel guide: everything you need to know
Complete Siena travel guide: Piazza del Campo, the Duomo, the Palio, the contrade and practical tips for visiting. How to get there from Poggibonsi in 30 minutes.
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Medieval villages in Tuscany: the complete guide
The best medieval villages in Tuscany: San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Volterra, Certaldo and more. How to visit them and why they are worth the trip.
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Chianti wine region: a visitor's guide
The Chianti wine region in Tuscany: how to explore it, which wineries to visit, the best villages and how to get there from Poggibonsi or Florence.
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Thermal baths in Tuscany: the complete guide
The best thermal baths in Tuscany: Saturnia, Bagno Vignoni, Bagni di San Filippo and more. How to get there, what to expect and when to go.
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Tuscany itinerary 5 days: the complete tour
The perfect 5-day Tuscany itinerary: Siena, San Gimignano, Chianti, Val d'Orcia and Florence. Day-by-day programme based from Poggibonsi.
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Things to do in Tuscany: beyond Florence and the museums
The best things to do in Tuscany beyond the obvious: wine tastings in Chianti, thermal baths at Saturnia, medieval villages and Tuscan food. A complete guide.
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Tuscany on a budget: how to visit without spending too much
Budget Tuscany exists: free thermal baths, villages without entry fees, local markets and off-season periods. How to experience authentic Tuscany without overspending.
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Tuscany by motorcycle: itinerary along the most beautiful roads
Tuscany by motorcycle: the most beautiful roads through Chianti, Val d'Orcia and Maremma. Itinerary, stops and tips for those who want to explore Tuscany on two wheels.
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Food and wine itinerary in Tuscany: 4 days between wine and cuisine
4 days of food and wine in Tuscany: Chianti, Montalcino, Vernaccia di San Gimignano and Tuscan cuisine. The complete programme with Hotel Alcide as base.
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Romantic itinerary in Tuscany: 3 perfect days for two
A romantic 3-day itinerary in Tuscany: sunset in the Val d'Orcia, Chianti winery, Bagno Vignoni thermal baths. The perfect programme for a couple.
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Train from Siena to Florence: timetables, prices and practical tips
The Siena-Florence train stops at Poggibonsi. Timetables, prices, frequency and practical tips for those who want to get around Tuscany without a car.
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Weekend in Tuscany: ideas for 2 days among villages and flavours
Ideas for a weekend in Tuscany: medieval villages, wine tasting, thermal baths and Tuscan cuisine. The perfect 2-day programme based in Poggibonsi.
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Tuscany with children: what to do as a family
Tuscany with children: interactive museums, agriturismi, thermal baths, medieval villages and natural parks. A practical guide for a family holiday in Tuscany.
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Getting around Tuscany: train, car or bus?
How to get around Tuscany: train between cities, car for villages and countryside, bus for intermediate routes. A practical guide to Tuscan transport for visitors.
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Best time to visit Tuscany: seasons, climate and practical tips
When to visit Tuscany? Spring, summer, autumn or winter: each season has its advantages. A guide to the Tuscan climate and the best periods for every experience.
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Photography in Tuscany: the most beautiful places to photograph
The most photogenic places in Tuscany: from the Val d'Orcia cypresses to Chianti vineyards, from Pienza to sunset over the Valdarno. A guide for photographers and enthusiasts.
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Tuscan Maremma: the wild nature of southern Tuscany
The Tuscan Maremma is the wildest part of the region. Maremma Park, butteri cowboys, Saturnia, Pitigliano. Complete guide with distances from Poggibonsi.
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Cycling in Chianti: bike touring through vineyards and villages
Cycling in Chianti: routes, bike hire, difficulty and practical tips. How to ride through the Chianti Classico vineyards from Poggibonsi.
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Trekking in Tuscany: the most beautiful trails near Poggibonsi
The best trekking routes in Tuscany accessible from Poggibonsi. Chianti, Val d'Elsa, Val d'Orcia and Maremma: trails for all levels.
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Volterra: the Etruscan city on the Tuscan clifftop
Volterra is one of the best-preserved Etruscan cities in Italy. What to see, the Guarnacci Etruscan Museum, alabaster craftsmanship and how to arrive from Poggibonsi.
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Palio di Siena: history, contrade and how to see it live
The Palio di Siena is the most famous horse race in the world. Dates, contrade, how to get a spot in the square and how to experience it even outside the walls.
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Art and museums in Tuscany: beyond Florence
Tuscany has masterpieces of art in every corner. Siena, San Gimignano, Colle Val d'Elsa and the lesser-known museums that are worth the journey. A guide for those who go beyond Florentine Renaissance.
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Via Francigena in Tuscany: the medieval pilgrims' road
The Via Francigena crosses Tuscany from Lucca to Rome via Siena and the Val d'Elsa. Stages, distances and how to walk it - even for just a day.
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Montalcino: the Brunello village and its medieval Fortress
Montalcino is the Val d'Orcia village famous for Brunello. What to see, the Fortress, the wineries and how to organise the visit from Poggibonsi.
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Pienza: the ideal Renaissance city in the Val d'Orcia
Pienza is the perfect Renaissance city in the Val d'Orcia. Piazza Pio II, the Duomo, Pienza Pecorino and the UNESCO panoramas over the Val d'Orcia.
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Castello di Brolio: history and wine in the heart of Chianti
Castello di Brolio is the home of the Ricasoli family, inventors of modern Chianti. How to visit, the winery, the garden and how to get there from Poggibonsi.
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Wine and food in Chianti: pairings and where to eat
The best pairings between Chianti Classico and Tuscan cuisine. Where to eat in Chianti, from country trattorias to quality restaurants.
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Chianti roads by car: driving itinerary through vineyards and villages
Driving itinerary in Chianti Classico: from Poggibonsi to Greve, Panzano, Radda, Gaiole. Times, stops and where to pause for a glass of Chianti.
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Greve in Chianti: the heart of Chianti Classico
Greve in Chianti is the capital of Chianti Classico. Piazza Matteotti, the Chianti wine shop, the wineries and the wine market. A complete guide.
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Chianti wine tasting: how to organise it and what to expect
How to organise a wine tasting in Chianti Classico. Wineries to visit, prices, what to expect and how to book. A practical guide from Poggibonsi.
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Monteriggioni: Tuscany's most photographed medieval village
Monteriggioni is the medieval village with perfect walls cited by Dante. What to see, how to get there from Poggibonsi and when to visit to avoid the crowds.
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Certaldo: Boccaccio's village in the Val d'Elsa
Certaldo is the birthplace of Giovanni Boccaccio, author of the Decameron. What to see in Certaldo Alto, how to get there from Poggibonsi and what to do nearby.
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Val d'Elsa Tuscany: a guide to one of its lesser-known valleys
The Val d'Elsa is one of Tuscany's most beautiful and least crowded areas. Poggibonsi, Colle Val d'Elsa, Certaldo, San Gimignano: the complete guide.
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Colle Val d'Elsa: the medieval crystal capital of Tuscany
Colle Val d'Elsa is the world capital of crystal and one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Tuscany. What to see, history and how to get there from Poggibonsi.
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Florence in one day: an essential itinerary
Florence in a day: the essential itinerary for those with limited time. What to see, how to get around, where to eat and how to arrive by train from Poggibonsi.
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Poggibonsi: an honest guide to the city
Poggibonsi is not just a transit point. The Medicean Fortress, the Cassero, the strategic position at the heart of Tuscany. What to see and what to do.
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What to see in San Gimignano: the medieval towers of Tuscany
What to see in San Gimignano: the 14 medieval towers, the Duomo, the Vernaccia and the world's most awarded gelato. Complete guide 12 km from Poggibonsi.
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Thermal weekend in Tuscany: a 2-day itinerary
A 2-day itinerary for a thermal weekend in Tuscany. Bagno Vignoni, Bagni di San Filippo and Saturnia, based in Poggibonsi. Times, costs and practical tips.
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Thermal baths near Siena: the best within an hour
The best thermal baths near Siena: Rapolano, Bagno Vignoni, Chianciano and Saturnia. Distances, prices and practical advice for organising a thermal day out.
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Bagni di San Filippo: the hidden thermal springs of Tuscan Maremma
Bagni di San Filippo is a white rock canyon with hot thermal waters. How to get there, what to expect and why they are still relatively unknown.
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Bagno Vignoni: the most beautiful thermal village in the Val d'Orcia
Bagno Vignoni is the Tuscan village with a thermal pool as its main square. How to get there, where to bathe, what to see in the Val d'Orcia and where to stay nearby.
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Saturnia: everything you need to know before you go
Saturnia waterfalls: how to get there, when to go, parking, times and practical tips. The honest guide to Tuscany's most famous natural thermal baths.
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