What’s Included in Our Tours

When you travel with Walk About Italy, we want you to relax and enjoy the journey from the very first day.

That’s why our tours usually include much more than just accommodation and walks.

All tours include:

  • 6 nights in handpicked, character-filled hotels or family-run stays
  • Private en-suite bathrooms
  • All breakfasts
  • Most lunches and dinners during the tour (only 2 meals are on your own)
  • Local wine with included meals
  • Transportation during the tour
  • Luggage transfers from hotel to hotel
  • Expert local guide service throughout the trip
  • Entrance fees to the sites and experiences listed in the itinerary
  • All local taxes
boat rides

Many tours also include special local experiences such as:

  • Cooking classes
  • Wine tastings
  • Olive oil tastings
  • Farm visits and agriturismo lunches
  • Boat or ferry rides where part of the itinerary
  • Artisan workshops and cultural visits
  • Food tastings connected to the region
cooking class in Siena

A few examples, depending on the tour:

In Tuscany, this may mean winery visits, olive oil tastings, farmhouse lunches and hands-on cooking classes. 

In Cinque Terre, it can include pesto-making, boat rides and visits with local artisans. 

In the Italian Lakes, boat rides, villa or museum entrances, wine tasting and gelato tasting are often part of the experience. 

Matteo in his lemon orchard

In Puglia, guests may enjoy cooking classes, olive oil tastings, wine tastings and carefully selected cultural visits. 

In Sicily, island boat connections and archaeological or cultural entrances are included too. 

In Amalfi an amazing lunch at a limoncello farm-house is part of the tour!

In Umbria superb wine tasting at a micro winery run by just one person!

In the Dolomites we visit a fantastic museum of rural life.  

Tuscan food

Not included

To keep things clear, the following are not included unless specifically stated on the individual tour page:

  • Travel to the meeting point
  • Travel from the end point of the tour
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • 2 free meals
  • Personal extras

Please note

Each itinerary is different, so inclusions may vary slightly from one region to another.
For the exact list of what is included in your chosen trip, always check the individual tour page.

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Walking difficulty guide

Terrain: Mostly flat or gently rolling terrain, with well-maintained paths and only occasional short uneven sections.
Distance: Usually shorter walks, around 4.5 to 5.5 km / 3 to 4 miles per day, depending on the itinerary.
Elevation gain: Very limited. There may be a few gentle slopes, but no significant climbs or descents.
Who it is for: Ideal for beginners, casual walkers, families, and anyone looking for a relaxed walking holiday with little physical effort.

Terrain: A mix of flat sections and more uneven ground, with some inclines, steps, or minor obstacles that remain manageable for most reasonably active travellers.
Distance: Generally around 5 to 8 km / 3 to 5 miles per day, depending on the tour and terrain.
Elevation gain: Noticeable but not demanding. Some uphill and downhill stretches may be present, though never steep or prolonged.
Who it is for: Suitable for beginners who want a slightly more active experience, as well as for regular walkers looking for a relaxed but rewarding pace.

Terrain: Varied terrain that may include uneven paths, longer walking sections, and regular uphill or downhill stretches.
Distance: Moderate daily walking time and distance, suitable for travellers who enjoy being active outdoors for a good part of the day.
Elevation gain: More consistent and clearly noticeable, though still within the reach of anyone with a basic to good level of fitness.
Who it is for: Best for active travellers who are comfortable walking for several hours a day and can handle some uneven terrain and sustained inclines.