Our two trips with Pilgrims Paths top our short list of the best vacations we've enjoyed. Each day was well-planned and what a joy it was to trek through Tuscany and Umbria with our terrific guide. The accommodations and meals were wonderful, and frequent tours of local attractions were much appreciated. Small details such as bringing our bags to our rooms or a coffee break from the van after a few hours walking were much appreciated. We're looking forward to many more trips with Pilgrims Paths.

I just completed my second trip with Pilgrim Paths, a group walk along the Cammino di Francesco from Florence to Assisi. Last year, I joined their trek from Assisi to Rome, and both experiences have been wonderful. Pilgrim Paths takes great care of everyone, including solo travelers like myself. The home-base team, who coordinated our accommodations and travel arrangements, was exceptionally friendly, helpful, and responsive. Our daily walking local guides (Giovanni & Mauro) were exceptional, sharing their extensive knowledge of the historical sites, local flora and fauna, and the rich history of the regions. The most rewarding parts of these two trips was the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people and make new friends. Sharing the daily walks, conversations, laughter, and experiences created a special bond among us. We all started out as strangers and left with wonderful memories and friendships. Learning about the history, culture, and significance of the ancient paths we walked was priceless. These are the kinds of experiences that go far beyond what you would get from a typical vacation. You’re not simply walking through beautiful landscapes; you’re connecting with the history, culture, and spirit of the places along the way. I highly recommend Pilgrim Paths to anyone looking for a meaningful and enriching walking pilgrimage. Whether you travel solo or with friends, you’ll find much more than a walking adventure—you’ll discover new places, deepen your appreciation of history, and perhaps make some wonderful friendships of your own. We're already looking forward to our next adventure together!

If you are looking for a cookie cutter follow the crowd bus trip, this is not the pilgrimage for you. If you are physically able to walk the miles and hills, this is the pilgrimage for you. We had very experienced local guides who had access to private spots St. Francis visited and prayed at. Their knowledge of the plants along the trail was fantastic. Our host added a reflective spiritual discussion to each day. The days spent in the National Forest were humbling as we passed through large beech and pine trees. The trip itinerary was designed to reduce walking on pavement through cities. The accommodations including breakfast and dinner were first rate. Pilgrim Paths provided assistance as needed before, during, and after the trip. We truly felt like part of an extended family when on this trip. The support van was helpful for snacks, and a ride if a break was needed from the entire walk that day. The van was used to move our luggage from town to town, and most days the luggage was waiting for us in the next room. Late September/October is a great time for this pilgrimage. The weather was dry and cooler than the summer. This was our second Pilgrim Paths trip following the Via Di Francesco. We're already thinking about our third trip with Pilgrim Paths!

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If you are ready for a hiking "pilgrimage" way through some of the most beautiful parts of Italy through the Tuscan and Umbrian landscapes, meeting the locals who are picking grapes or olives for the harvest, learning the life of St Francis (Italy's Patron Saint) as well as reflective time in places he once was, learning of the flora and geological features through experienced Italian guides, and not afraid to do some serious trails up the Appenine mountains, then this is the pilgriage for you. It is a difficult trail and one should be prepared for long step climbs and downward slopes. It is a non worrisome pilgrimage where you simply get to enjoy. No fuss on what you are to eat or where to sleep or how to get there, just show up and be ready to go. You can let the Italian culture take over and embrace you.