Archive for 'Day Trips'

Visiting the Riviera Apuana region of Tuscany is like stepping into paradise! Enjoy exploring the white sandy beaches that stretch along the Tuscan coast below the tall majestic marble mountains of the Apuan Alps. The Riviera Apuana is bordered by the River Magra and the River Versilia that flow down from higher ground into the sea, and is home to several Blue Flag beaches. The most popular of these are Marinella di Sarzana, Marina di Carrara and Marina di Massa.

Tourists have a superb selection of beautiful vacation rentals on the tuscan coast to choose from; from the towns scattered on the sea to some cosy hamlets tucked into the hills behind.

Visitors will marvel at the vibrant colours that exist naturally here; from the white marble of the mountains, the lush green of the trees and vegetation in the low hills, the yellow sand beaches and the clear blue waters of the sea. There is so much to do and see in the Riviera Apuana; enjoy the many amenities available close to the twenty kilometre long stretch of beaches where you can partake in thrilling water sports like surfing, sailing, sea kayaking and snorkelling.     Read More

Although this romantic walk isn’t in Tuscany, it’s so close to the northern Tuscan border that you both could easily enjoy a day trip to Liguria and walk along a path where many couples first met. It’s called Via dell’Amore and is located along the coast. There is a wealth of gorgeous villas and other holiday rentals available in northern Tuscany for you to base your stay and plan a trip to this enchanting place!

Via dell’ Amore is a trail along the rocky cliff coastline between the towns of Riomaggiore and Manarda.     Read More

Spend a few days indulging in one of the most romantic areas in Tuscany by meandering along the famous Love Route that stretches from the medieval hilltop village of Lucignano to the Renaissance town of Pienza! Visiting couples wishing to stay here for a few days have plenty of beautiful vacation rentals available to them in and around Lucignano and Pienza and on the path between them. There’s no nicer setting for a romantic getaway than here!

In the walled village of Lucignano, couples can enjoy strolling around the narrow streets with tightly packed old houses and admire the breath taking views that can be seen of the surrounding Tuscan countryside.

Nicknamed the ‘Town of Love’, Lucignano is most famous for an ornate piece in its museum situated in the 13th century Palazzo Comunale. In the fourth room of displays, visitors can see the special Golden Tree. It took groups of very talented goldsmiths over one hundred and twenty years to create this majestic golden tree that stands at a height of 2.60 metres! It’s beautifully decorated with coral, enamel pieces and rock crystals.     Read More

A romantic holiday in Tuscany wouldn’t be complete without a pleasant day of holding hands and walking around the beautiful ancient city of Lucca in Tuscany. Visiting couples will love admiring the beautifully preserved architecture within its walls dating from Roman, Medieval and Renaissance times as well as visiting museums, going to the theatre and enjoying the Lucchese cuisine.

The city of Lucca was mostly untouched by war over the centuries as it is tucked in at the foot of the tallest protective walls in Tuscany; Mount Pisano, Apuanian Alps and Mount Barbona!

Couples have a wealth of exclusive and stylish holiday rentals available to them within Lucca and the surrounding area where they can relax and enjoy the breath taking scenery.     Read More