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Trekking in Pienza in the footsteps of Scott's "Gladiator"

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Easy 9 kilometres daily excursion to Val d'Orcia's most iconic locations

by Lorenzo Lo Polito

The fascinating region of Val d'Orcia, located in the province of Siena, not only offers breathtaking landscapes and unique cities of art but has also served as a natural setting for numerous film productions.

Starting from Pienza, the ideal Renaissance city, we'll follow our guide to the famous filming location chosen by Ridley Scott, precisely where Russell Crowe walked through the "Elysian fields", surrounded by golden wheat fields and rolling hills. 

The route is easy and covers about 9 kilometres, featuring gentle slopes accessible to everyone. An unmissable highlight will be the visit to the Vitaleta Chapel, an iconic living postcard of splendid Tuscany.

Included services

  • Guide 

Excluded services

  • Everything not mentioned in the "Prices include" section

Meeting point

Pienza

Programme

  • Meeting at 10am at the entrance to Pienza 
  • Walking tour through Pienza to admire the main city monuments and the town's shops
  • Descent along a comfortable driveway towards the heart of Val d'Orcia, with a stop at the Pieve dei Santi Vito e Modesto in Corsignano. 
  • Arrival at the chapel of the Madonna di Vitaleta for a panoramic stop 
  • Return to Pienza (3-4 hours total time)
  • The price may vary depending on the number of participants.

Guide

Lorenzo Lo Polito

Cancellation and no-show

 

Organisation

Lorenzo Lo Polito

Loc. Pian D'Alma 40, Castiglione della Pescaia, (gr), Castiglione della Pescaia, (gr)

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