What is the best base for day trips in Tuscany?

What is the best base for day trips in Tuscany? Chianti as a base in Tuscany Make Chianti your base to visit Tuscany most popular landmarks, ideal for short trips or as base for part your stay. The Chianti region is a maze of winding country roads that go from one hill to another, from one vineyard to an olive grove, in a unique landscape to discover.

What is the best base for walking in Tuscany?

Garfagnana, close to the much-loved trio of Lucca, Pisa and Florence, is one of the best-kept secrets in Italy and the perfect base for guided walking holidays in Tuscany.

Is Cortona a good base for Tuscany?

High, on top of a steep hill, Cortona offers one of the most breathtaking and vastest panorama of all Tuscany. Its location near Arezzo southeast of Tuscany, on the border with the Umbria region, makes it a great home base to explore some of the most impressive sights and attractions of both regions.

Should I stay in Florence or outside of Florence?

By staying outside of Florence, you'll experience the best of both worlds: Florence just a short bus ride away and the rest of Tuscany at your fingertips for exploration. If you stay out of Florence in the countryside, we would recommend renting a car to move around.

Why is Cinque Terre so expensive?

Shopping and prices The Cinque Terre is not cheap. As everywhere in the world, tourism has raised prices. I often go to the market of La Spezia to shop for food, it's much cheaper than the stores of the villages. In restaurants, you have to expect Western European prices.

What are the best areas to stay in Tuscany?

What is the best base for Tuscany and Cinque Terre?

Chianti as a base in Tuscany Make Chianti your base to visit Tuscany most popular landmarks, ideal for short trips or as base for part your stay. The Chianti region is a maze of winding country roads that go from one hill to another, from one vineyard to an olive grove, in a unique landscape to discover.

Is Lucca a good base for Tuscany?

Train links make Lucca a good base for trips to other parts of Tuscany. Journey time to Florence is 1hr 20min direct, with trains roughly hourly (€8.10/£7.15). Prato and Pistoia enroute both have fine historic centres worth exploring.