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Tuscany's great quartet of cities, among the most beautiful and fascinating in all Europe, are explored in 13 well-thought-out walks. This fully updated edition has in-depth sections on history, and art -- from the influence of Savonarola to why Pisa's tower leans, to tranquil Lucca's brave past. There's practical information every step of the way.

A guide to travel, accommodations, sightseeing, nightlife, and recreation

Everything you need to plan a bicycle tour of Tuscany: What to bring, where to go, how to traqnsport your bike, how to get out of the airport. Eight multi-day tours, 66 individual routes each with maps, altitude profiles, and detailed descriptions of riding conditions.

All the essentials of a perfect trip * Top hotels, inns, and pensions for all budgets * The best restaurants and trattorias * The Renaissance glory of Florence * The fortress towns--Lucca, Fiesole, Perugia--and the arts towns--Assisi, Pisa, Siena, and Spoleto * Ancient ruins bathed in Tuscan light * Where to find spas, fishing, hiking, and other pleasures

No matter what your budget or whether it's your first trip or fifteenth, Fodor's Gold Guides get you where you want to go. In this completely up-to-date guide our experts who live in Florence, Tuscany, and Umbria give you the inside track, showing you all the things to see and do ? from must-see sights to off-the-beaten-path adventures, from shopping to outdoor fun. Fodor's Florence, Tuscany, Umbria shows you hundreds of hotel and restaurant choices in all price ranges ? from budget-friendly B&Bs to luxury hotels, from casual eateries to the hottest new restaurants, complete with thorough reviews showing what makes each place special. The Smart Travel Tips A to Z section helps you take care of the nitty gritty with essential local contacts and great advice ? from how to take your mountain bike with you to what to do in an emergency. Plus, web links and mix-and-match itineraries make planning a snap.

This book, now thoroughly revised and updated, is written to satisfy readers who want to build their holiday around walking, or those who simply want to integrate a bit of walking into their holiday. It begins with a "practicalities" section and extend into the walks themselves. From six or so "base towns," the authors offer routes of one or two hours, half day, and one, three, and five days. There are also some extraordinary walks worth going out of the way for. There are recommendations for restaurants, trattorias and pizzerias, as well as markets and other take-away options. Additionally, the book includes suggestions for lodging, transportation, flora and many other points of interest.

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