Fall in Tuscany

A 12 day photographic tour to one of Michael's favorite place to 'work'.  Let him take to you to the most photographic towns, wineries and sea villages in the world. 
 

12 day photographic adventure...

Sat., October 13th - Wed., 24th, 2007
Only $3,550 all inclusive,
less airfare to and from.

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We will have an opportunity to shoot so many great scenes due to all of the churches, villages and medieval ruins that pepper the area, as well as visit some local 'agro-tourismo' (farm/vineyard combinations).

The region has produced great italian artists, such as  Botticello, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Cities such as San Gimignano, Florence, Volterra and Siena are filled with incredible architecture, and there is no end to the beauty of the surrounding countryside. We'll explore/photograph much of of what these cities have to offer, as we'll as the smaller town in the region of Chianti, south of Siena.

Our accommodations will be classic in style, not to mention clean and comfortable, and the food will be out of this world.  As Michael says, "God gives you your taste buds back when you cross over the border into Italy".



ITINERARY

Day 1 - Photographers arrive in Florence and transfer to hotel. We will meet you at the hotel for and have a 'Welcome' reception. We'll be staying close to the Ponte Vecchio in the heart of Florence, which is the center of the main part of the city.

(D) Overnight Accommodations- Best Western Grand Hotel Adriatico

Day 2 - 3 - We'll enjoy three full days in Florence, photographing the River Arno and the bridges along it, the beautiful light along it at sunrise and sunset and capturing aerial perspectives of the city from the Duomo! As everything is centrally located we'll explore the city on foot.  We'll often get off the beaten path to explore the visually attractive the leather markets,  artisan studios and other hidden treasures. A city's worth of sculpted and painted treasures are housed in the Uffizi museum, and the Galleria dell Academia, which we will visit. A must is Michelanglo's David of course.

(B,L,D) Overnight Accommodations - Best Western Grand Hotel Adriatico

Day 4 - After breakfast and a last morning to explore Florence, we'll head southward, to the heart of the Chianti region, our base for four days of exploration in the countryside surrounding our country hotel.

(B,L,D) Overnight Accommodations - Villa Rosa di Boscorotondo.

Day 5 - 8 - Our days will be spent exploring and photographing the landscape, the medieval structures, and the villages of this beautiful area of Tuscany.

(B,L,D) Overnight Accommodations -Villa Rosa di Boscorotondo

Day 9 - 11- Ever wanting for more scenic views and photo opportunties, we'll leave behind the Chianti region and move into a beautiful, area south of Siena, the heart of central Tuscany. Here, hill towns abound, each with their own special 'flavor', and their own views. From our base at a country hotel, we'll head out daily to explore the Crete Senese, rolling hills of rich farmland, along the Val d'Orcia, a picturesque valley region, and the villages in this incredibly scenic area. We'll visit Montalcino, Pienza, Abbazia di Monte Oliveto Maggiore; we'll walk the quaint streets of Chiusure, and Asciano; will seek out views of classic cypress trees lining ridges and drives to farmhouses.

(B,L,D) Overnight Accommodations - IL Giglio

Day 12 - After breakfast, we'll take a scenic drive back to Florence, arriving in mid-afternoon, in time for a rest, last chance to shop, and photograph the final sunset of our trip. A 'farewell' dinner will bring the tour to a close.

(B,L,D) Overnight Accommodations - Best Western Grand Hotel Adriatico