Physical Requirements
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Pacing
- 5 locations in 14 days with one 1-night stay
Physical requirements
- Not appropriate for travelers using wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids
- You must be able to walk 3-5 miles unassisted and participate in 6-8 hours of physical activities each day
- Agility and balance are required when boarding 4-wheel drive vehicles. Some vehicles are high off the ground and you will be required to step into them unassisted
- We reserve the right for Trip Experience Leaders to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group's experience
- You may encounter animals on this trip. We make every effort to keep these encounters safe, however animals may behave unpredictably or dangerously at times. Please use caution when interacting with animals on this trip: Keep a safe distance, stay alert, and respect the animals
Climate
- Daytime temperatures range from 35-95°F with high levels of humidity, especially from May to September
- Tuscany and Umbria share a typical Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and warm, rainy winters, with occasional snowfall
- Strong winds occur in March and October-December
Terrain & Transportation
- Travel and hike on some rugged paths, rolling hills, and many cobblestoned streets on foot, as well as over bumpy, narrow rural roads by bus
- Travel by 19-passenger coach
Flight Information
- Travel time will be 11-18 hours with at least one connection of 2-3 hours
Accommodations & Facilities
- Hotel rooms are smaller than those in the U.S.