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From Bologna to Florence

Emilia Romagna - through the Mugello
 
There’s a real sense of pilgrimage on this self-guided, hotel-to-hotel walking holiday (with luggage transfers) between two of northern Italy’s greatest cities. Starting in Bologna, Italy’s gastronomic capital, you follow ancient trails, enjoying the sweeping views, to reach the great art city of Florence.
From Bologna to Florence. 10 nights
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From Bologna to Florence. 10 nights
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A walking holiday to Florence

Combining culture and full, rewarding days of walking, much of which is through majestic woodland, this is a magnificent pilgrimage between two great cities: Bologna, Italy’s gastronomic capital, in Emilia Romagna and Florence, perhaps the world’s greatest art city, in Tuscany. Linking the two is the Via degli Dei (the Route of the Gods), a series of ancient drovers’ roads and mule tracks that lead through beech woods and along broad, grassy ridges between rugged peaks named after gods.
You follow this most of the way, with stays at traditional wayside inns adding to this sense of pilgrimage. The views from the ridges are inspirational, and to witness the subtle daily changes in landscapes as you walk from the Apennines into Tuscany's Mugello Hills is immensely satisfying.
 

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At present, we are only accepting bookings for Italy for travel from 15 September onwards. Our flexible booking arrangements, commitment to safety and financial protection mean that you can book with confidence, despite the current travel restrictions in place.

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Itinerary

The key to Inntravel holidays is flexibility. You can start on the day of your choice, and are free to add extra nights.
  • The average maximum daytime temperatures and monthly rainfall relate to the nearest weather station and are intended as a guide only.

    In the hills, temperatures are likely to be cooler than those shown above.
    Average temperatures and rainfall
      Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    °C 9 11 14 18 23 26 30 29 26 20 14 10
    mm 69 67 71 69 67 51 35 60 73 77 114 76
  • Arrival in Bologna
    Night 1: at Hotel Porta San Mamolo (the first of two nights here).
    As your first night’s accommodation is on the day of travel, Day 1 is your first day of exploration.
  • Explore Bologna
    Spend the day exploring Bologna – be sure to visit the unfinished 14th-century basilica, the ancient university (the oldest in Europe, and reportedly the world), one or both of the city’s excellent art museums, and the Asinelli Tower, which affords marvellous views over the city.
    Basiilica di San Luca, Bologna
  • Bologna to Sasso Marconi: 19km, 6.5hrs; 640m ascent / 460m descent
    You leave Bologna on foot via the longest arcade in the world, made up of many (supposedly 666) of Bologna's famous portici. They lead all the way to the hill-top Sanctuary of San Luca, where you are rewarded with wonderful views. From the sanctuary, woodland paths head south following the River Reno. Towards the end of the day you cross wooded, panoramic hills to the grassy uplands of Prati di Mugnano, from where you are transferred to your hotel, the Locanda dei Cinque Cerri in Sasso Marconi.
    Bologna to Sasso Marconi: 19km
    Grassy uplands of Prati du Mugnano
  • Sasso Marconi to Madonna dei Fornelli: 21km, 8.5hrs; 1045m ascent / 840m descent
    Today’s walk takes you to the fringes of the Apennines via two quite different but equally excellent sections of the Via degli Dei. The day begins with a short transfer, after which you ascend dense woodland trails to reach the rocky ledges of Mount Adone (655 metres) for wonderful 360-degree views over the valley. A gentle descent follows, going through the tranquil village of Brento to reach Bivio Furcoli, from where you catch the bus to Monzuno (5km; tickets included). From Monzuno, you walk along a high, broad ridge that offers magnificent views towards the highest peaks of the Apennines. You stay in the Albergo Poli in the village of Madonna dei Fornelli.
    Sasso Marconi to Madonna dei Fornelli © Phil Crean
    Sasso Marconi to Monzuno: 11km
    Monzuno to Madonna dei Fornelli: 10km
  • Madonna dei Fornelli to Traversa: 14km, 5.5hrs; 740m ascent / 660m descent
    This wonderful walk is a significant chapter of the journey as it is today that you cross the border between Emilia Romagna and Tuscany. This is one of the most remote sections of the Via degli Dei, and leads along a high and panoramic ridge (you pass over summits of more than 1,100 metres above sea level), through silent woodland and past abandoned farmsteads. Several stretches are along ancient cobbled trails. Your destination is the Albergo da Jolanda in Traversa.
    Madonna dei Fornelli to Traversa: 14km
    Madonna dei Fornelli to Traversa © Phil Crean
  • Traversa to San Piero a Sieve: 21km, 7hrs; 515m ascent / 1215m descent; shorter option: 15km, 5hrs
    The day begins with a short transfer to the Futa Pass (903 metres) just south of the Tuscan border. From here you ascend to Mount Gazzaro (1,125 metres) before descending through woodland which shelters fallow deer and wild boar into the softer, more open landscapes of the Mugello area. Although you are much lower here, the views of the surrounding valleys are remarkable. Tonight's destination is the Hotel la Felicina in San Piero a Sieve. (You can shorten this walk by catching the bus from the village of Sant'Agata.)
    Traversa to San Piero a Sieve: 21km
    Traversa to San Piero a Sieve © Phil Crean
  • San Piero a Sieve to Olmo: 20km, 7.5hrs; 930m ascent / 695m descent
    You again follow the Via degli Dei to climb up past Castello del Trebbio – originally a Medici family villa – from where you are rewarded with great views to the north. You are now in the Mugello Hills and the route passes between two fine abbeys: the Abbey of Buonsollazzo and the Monastery of Monte Senario. From the latter the views stretch over the entire Mugello Valley. The landscape gradually softens as you wander along quiet country lanes, across fields and over a small ridge to Olmo, where you stay in the Hotel-Ristorante Dino.
    San Piero a Sieve to Olmo: 20km
    Try local specialities
  • Olmo to Fiesole: 17km, 6hrs; 610m ascent / 855m descent
    Cross terraces of vines and olive trees to the small chapel of Montereggi, from where pleasant woodland tracks ascend past a breathtaking viewpoint over Florence to a panoramic ridge. The last part of the walk leads along quiet country lanes and paths past more olive groves to reach the wooded promontory of Mount Ceceri, famed for its terraces overlooking Florence. As this is a short route, you can take time in the afternoon to explore Fiesole, its archaeological museum, Roman theatre, and fine church. You stay in the Pensione Bencistà in Fiesole.
    Olmo to Fiesole: 17km
    Fiesole
  • Fiesole to Florence: 8km, 2.5hrs; 60m ascent / 200m descent
    Your last walk is easy and relaxing – the route winds across panoramic hills to the suburbs of Florence and then follows wide, elegant avenues into the historic centre. You check in to the Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco for two nights.
    Fiesole to Florence: 8km
    Approaching Florence
  • Explore Florence
    The attractions of Italy’s greatest Renaissance city need little introduction and almost everyone would have a different list. Spend your final day on our recommended city walk from Piazza del Duomo, which explores open squares and narrow streets, admiring historic palaces and public buildings, including one of the most famous art galleries in the world, the Uffizi, which contains works by Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, Donatello, Michelangelo and Raphael, among others. Be sure not to miss Michelangelo’s statue of David in the Galleria dell’ Accademia or the fascinating Ponte Vecchio over the River Arno.

    If your arrival here coincides with Easter, don't miss Scoppio del Carro ( or ‘Explosion of the Cart’) a remarkable old folk tradition which is celebrated in the square in front of the Duomo. A cart, literally filled with fireworks and other pyrotechnics, is hauled to the square by a team of white oxen garlanded with flowers. Once the oxen are removed to a safe distance, a 'dove' flies down a wire from the High Altar and ignites the cart. The fireworks symbolise the Holy Fire created from three flints brought back from the First Crusade in 1096, and guarantee a good harvest and a stable life for the coming year.
    Ponte Vecchio, Florence
 

Accommodation

You stay in a pleasingly eclectic mix of hotels.
 

Options to extend or shorten your stay

 
Prices & travel options
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  • 10 nights: 14 April 2021 - 30 June 2021, 18 August 2021 - 13 October 2021, 13 April 2022 - 29 June 2022 & 17 August 2022 - 12 October 2022

    Start any day except Thursday or Saturday | End by latest date(s) shown above

    Starting Price Single room
    14 - 30 Apr 2021 £1495 £295
    1 - 21 May 2021 £1545 £310
    22 May - 20 Jun 2021 £1595 £315
    18 - 28 Aug 2021 £1435 £350
    29 Aug - 3 Oct 2021 £1595 £315
    13 - 30 Apr 2022 £1570 £310
    1 - 21 May 2022 £1625 £330
    22 May - 19 Jun 2022 £1675 £335
    17 - 28 Aug 2022 £1495 £370
    29 Aug - 2 Oct 2022 £1675 £335
    3rd & 4th person discount -£185 to -£190
    Single traveller supplement £185 to £190

    Includes accommodation, meals and services integral to the holiday as described, plus walking notes and maps, but no travel from the UK, nor any connecting travel from the airport unless stated below.

    Book your flights through us and we'll find the best route and times to suit you. Please contact us to find out more about our flight booking service. We can also book connecting travel - see below.

  • Room upgrades (£ per person per night)

    Hotel Porta San Mamolo, Bologna
    Superior: 14 Apr - 30 Jun 2021 £38
    Superior: 18 Aug - 13 Oct 2021 £38
    Superior: 13 Apr - 29 Jun 2022 £40
    Superior: 17 Aug - 12 Oct 2022 £40
    Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco, Florence
    Junior suite: 14 Apr - 30 Jun 2021 £15
    Junior suite: 18 Aug - 13 Oct 2021 £15
    Junior suite: 13 Apr - 29 Jun 2022 £16
    Junior suite: 17 Aug - 12 Oct 2022 £16
    Larger deluxe: 14 Apr - 30 Jun 2021 £15
    Larger deluxe: 18 Aug - 13 Oct 2021 £15
    Larger deluxe: 13 Apr - 29 Jun 2022 £16
    Larger deluxe: 17 Aug - 12 Oct 2022 £16

    Extra nights (£ per person per night) in a double or single room

    Hotel Porta San Mamolo, Bologna (B&B) Double room Single room
    14 Apr - 30 Jun 2021 £64 £112
    18 Aug - 13 Oct 2021 £64 £112
    13 Apr - 29 Jun 2022 £68 £120
    17 Aug - 12 Oct 2022 £68 £120
    Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco, Florence (B&B) Double room Single room
    14 Apr - 30 Jun 2021 £125 £155
    18 Aug - 05 Sep 2021 £64 £108
    06 Sep - 13 Oct 2021 £125 £155
    13 Apr - 29 Jun 2022 £132 £164
    17 Aug - 05 Sep 2022 £68 £115
    06 Sep - 12 Oct 2022 £132 £164
  • RECOMMENDED AIRPORT(S):
    Bologna, Florence or Pisa
    As an alternative to flying, we can arrange rail travel from London

    Travelling from the UK

    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  you may need to fly to an airport not listed. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    Travelling from outside the UK
    We have many years' experience catering for customers who live outside the UK, and will be happy to make tailored arrangements to fit with your plans.

    You have two options:

    1) Book your own flights to London, from where we can book flights and onward connecting travel to your hotel.

    2) Book your own flights direct to an airport appropriate to your chosen holiday. You can either make your own way from the airport to the hotel, or we'll be happy to book onward connecting travel for you. Please consult with us before booking your flights, so that we can advise you on the suitability of your proposed route and timings.
    Outward route Airline
    Aberdeen - Bologna (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Aberdeen - Bologna (via Paris) Air France 
    Aberdeen - Florence (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Aberdeen - Pisa (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Outward route Airline
    Birmingham - Bologna (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Birmingham - Bologna (via Frankfurt) Lufthansa 
    Birmingham - Pisa jet2 
    Birmingham - Pisa (via Munich) Lufthansa 
    Outward route Airline
    Bristol - Bologna Ryanair 
    Bristol - Florence British Airways 
    Bristol - Pisa easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    Nottingham East Midlands - Pisa jet2,  Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Edinburgh - Bologna Ryanair 
    Edinburgh - Florence British Airways 
    Edinburgh - Pisa Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Glasgow - Bologna (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Outward route Airline
    Glasgow Prestwick - Pisa Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Humberside - Bologna (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Humberside - Pisa (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Outward route Airline
    Leeds Bradford - Bologna (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Leeds Bradford - Pisa Ryanair 
    Leeds Bradford - Pisa jet2 
    Leeds Bradford - Pisa (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Outward route Airline
    Liverpool - Pisa Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    London City - Florence Air France,  British Airways 
    Outward route Airline
    Gatwick - Bologna easyJet 
    Gatwick - Florence British Airways,  Vueling 
    Gatwick - Pisa British Airways,  easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    Heathrow - Bologna British Airways 
    Heathrow - Pisa British Airways 
    Outward route Airline
    Luton - Florence Vueling 
    Luton - Pisa easyJet 
    Outward route Airline
    Stansted - Bologna Ryanair 
    Stansted - Pisa Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Manchester - Bologna Ryanair 
    Manchester - Florence British Airways 
    Manchester - Pisa easyJet,  jet2,  Ryanair 
    Outward route Airline
    Newcastle - Pisa jet2 
    Outward route Airline
    Teesside International - Pisa (via Amsterdam Schiphol) KLM 
    Travelling from outside the UK

    If you are flying from outside Europe,  you may need to fly to an airport not listed. To discuss onward connecting travel to the start of your holiday, please contact us.

    This list of flight options should be used as a guide only, and you should check each airline’s website for current routes, frequency and schedules. Not all flights operate daily, and may not run for the entire season. You should also heed the latest flight arrival time and earliest flight departure time stated in the connecting travel section, as it may not be possible to arrange connecting travel outside these times. Please do not book your flights until we have confirmed your accommodation to you. Alternatively, our expert reservations team will be happy to offer advice and to make flight bookings for you for any of the options listed above except those operated by Ryanair. We charge £35 per person for our flight booking service (£60 for India and Nepal). Your flights are then covered by our package-booking conditions, which give you greater protection in the event of delay or cancellation, as well as providing ATOL cover.

  • Prices below are based on 2 people travelling together. If you are travelling solo or as a party of 3 or more and our arrangements include a taxi, please contact us for prices; additional passengers often pay less.

    Unless otherwise stated, connecting travel by rail or bus tends to be from the city centre station, rather than from its airport, and connections between the two should be paid for locally.

    Connecting travel options - flying via Bologna

    Outward route Price per person Latest flight
    arrival time
    own transfer from Bologna airport pay locally flexible
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest flight
    departure time
    taxi hotel to Florence SMN (0h10, pay locally), rail Florence SMN to Bologna Centrale (0h40) £32 in 2021; £34 in 2022 1100

    Connecting travel options - flying via Pisa

    Outward route Price per person Latest flight
    arrival time
    rail Pisa Centrale to Bologna Centrale (2h-2h15), taxi Bologna Centrale to hotel (0h10, pay locally) £43 in 2021; £46 in 2022 1700
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest flight
    departure time
    taxi hotel to Florence SMN (0h10, pay locally), rail Florence SMN to Pisa Centrale (1h15) £10 in 2021; £12 in 2022 1100

    Connecting travel options - flying via Florence

    Outward route Price per person Latest flight
    arrival time
    rail Florence SMN to Bologna Centrale (0h40), taxi Bologna Centrale to hotel (0h10, pay locally) £32 in 2021; £34 in 2022 1800
    Homeward route Price per person Earliest flight
    departure time
    own transfer to Florence airport pay locally flexible
What is included
  • 10 nights
  • 6 dinners
    6 picnics
    10 breakfasts
  • luggage transported
  • route notes and maps
  • GPS navigation
  • transfers on days 2, 3 & 5
 
Reviews

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All 13 reviews
  • Anon
    24 September 2020

    A fabulous holiday despite the Coronavirus pandemic, so well thought out and such amazing places to stay, just about the right amount of challenging walking.

  • Dr C Abell
    Isle Of Islay
    24 September 2020

    Lots of Italians walking the Via Degli Dei: without exception friendly, fun and well equipped. You would never be without help, advice or guidance if you needed it. Not crowded - but it's not like walking alone in the Cairngorms: if you sit down for 15 minutes then somebody will come along and they will definitely have a telephone that works. The paths are mostly in woodland but some sections are steep, with rocks, and the paths do have a lot of clay. If it is at all wet they can be slippery. Take your time on the steep, slippery parts. There is no need to hurry to make the distance on any of the walks and it is better to negotiate any slippery bits safely.

    This was a great holiday - very well organised, extremely well documented, carefully planned in detail and executed without fail. All the hotels were friendly and welcoming and perfect for the holiday. Food was brilliant and the provision of a daily picnic and reliable luggage transfer meant we had nothing to do but walk though interesting and beautiful mountains, enjoy our day, and look forward to a friendly place of rest and a good meal. Fresh air, exercise and a friendly welcome - nothing could be more relaxing and rewarding.

  • Mr M Lewis
    Reading
    17 September 2019

    Already mentioned the specific stand out hotels! Might help to notify that if you don't have any Italian language, sometimes that can be problematic. When I was lost and called Yolanda, we struggled to understand each other!

    Inntravel
    response

    We're pleased that you enjoyed the holiday overall, and that our 24-hour duty officer was able to provide assistance when you realised you had gone astray.

  • Mr J Fitton
    Colchester
    01 September 2019

    The whole walk is a highlight challenging at times .We would recommend the wearing of good boots rather than shoes as the ground is uneven at times, and if you can't speak any Italian then learn some basics before you go as it will enhance your experience in the main part of the walk away from the cities.

  • Anon
    28 August 2019

    Bologna was an unexpectedly wonderful city. The walk to San Luca was an atmospheric start, the variety of terrain & scenery coupled with the variety of accommodation & hosts made a memorable special holiday. It was great to meet & chat to others along the way from different parts of the world.

  • Dr P Hare
    Solihull
    31 May 2019

    Walking along the arcades of Bologna to the San Luca Sanctuary on a glorious sunny morning with the young, old, fit and not-so-fit residents of the city was a great start to the walk. Although the main walking route goes along Via Saragozza, we had explored its arcades the morning before and really enjoyed walking along the arcades and having a coffee as many of the locals were also doing.

  • Dave from Manchester
    30 May 2019

    Highlights:

    Monte Adone

    Flower filled meadows

    Nice woodland

    Great views

    Every stopover was individual and quirky in its own way

    Dancing at the village festival in Madonna dei Fornelli

    Great to meet so many walkers from so many different countries - didn't realise what a busy route it would be

    Bologna and Florence create fantastic book-ends to the holiday. Two city breaks back to back would be exhausting, but with a weeks walking inbetween it is the perfect balance

  • Mr A Farkas
    Sheffield
    18 May 2019

    Another very enjoyable Inn Travel holiday. Excellent walking notes and immaculate arrangements for transfer of luggage.

  • anon
    05 October 2018

    A great and challenging walk, pretty hilly in places and there is a lot of walking through woodland. When you're not in the woods, the views are wonderful! We combined the last two days of your walk so we did Olmo to Florence in one go and this is manageable for people with less time. (If you take this option, and get up at a reasonable time for Day 6 you can easily get to Olmo in time to take a bus or taxi to go and wander around Fiesole - so you dont miss it)

  • Mr A Roach
    Shepton Mallet
    03 October 2018

    Itinerary well planned and thought through - thoroughly enjoyable

  • J&C East Sussex
    01 October 2018

    Stunning walking, with wonderful views and great regional cuisine each night which was always well deserved.

    Take some zinc oxide tape for your toes and voltarol for your knees.....There a quite a few climbs and descents!

  • Dave
    03 September 2018

    Lovely holiday, well organised, great selection of hotels and accommodation.  Wonderful experience, tranquil countryside with good paths and just the right level of challenge.

  • Vivienne OConnell
    26 August 2018

    Beautiful walk, not too stressful as we have done several grade 3s. Accommodation and food was a real mixed bag on this walk. A couple of very dissappointing properties which surprised me to still be used. One property that we all really enjoyed was Hotel La Felicina, host family were amazing and we had the best home cooked meal!! We were even allowed to use the washing machine , which is a bonus on a a 10 day walk. Countryside and small towns were all delightful, you really do get to see the real Italy (Tuscany). Weather was great with just one day of rain. Florence was a real treat, especially the last 2 days of walking with Florence in your sights. Thank you Inntravel for yet another beautiful walk .
 

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  • If your holiday plans go awry because of Coronavirus, rest assured that we’ll do right by you. Since the start of the pandemic, our flexible booking policy and prompt issuing of refunds to customers who prefer not to defer their holiday have earned us high praise in the national press.
  • We sincerely hope that your holiday experience will be as enjoyable as it would have been before the pandemic – walking holidays are ideal in these times of social distancing, and we’re not operating holidays if the key highlights can no longer be delivered – but, naturally, there will be some changes to ensure your and other people’s safety, not least taking tests before and after your holiday for many destinations.
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  • We’ll send you route notes and maps 2-3 weeks before your holiday. The route notes not only contain directions to get from hotel to hotel, but also include practical information about places of interest and eateries along each route, plus cultural information about the area. If/when you are moving between hotels, you leave your luggage in reception as you leave, and it will be transferred ahead to your next accommodation, meaning that all you need to take with you are a camera, sun cream, drinks, food and waterproofs.

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  • Yes, prior to going on holiday you will be able to download GPX tracks so that you can follow your route on your smartphone or dedicated GPS device if you wish. It’s entirely up to you whether or not you use them – our detailed, step-by-step route notes remain the principal means of guiding you from A to B – but we provide them as a secondary means of navigation for additional reassurance when walking.
  • We can book a wide range of routes from the UK with a variety of airlines (but not, currently, with Ryanair). As well as being more convenient for you to book all elements of your holiday together, it also means that we’ll accept liability for your travel arrangements, so if things go wrong, such as the airline going bust, we’ll make suitable alternative arrangements for you. For Europe, there’s a £35 booking fee per person (£15 for children aged 2-11). For India and Nepal, the booking fee is £60 per person. More information on flights >
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  • We can’t book flights that originate outside the UK, but if you wanted to book your own flights to London (or elsewhere in the UK), we can make all onward travel arrangements (including flights) from there. Alternatively, if you are booking your own flights to an airport in continental Europe that’s appropriate for your holiday, we can book onward rail travel and/or taxis. More information about how we can tailor holidays for customers outside the UK >
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    You don’t have to take out our recommended travel insurance policy (if you live outside the UK you’ll definitely need to make your own arrangements, as the policy is only for UK residents), but you do need to make sure that you’re covered for medical emergencies – including falling ill with Covid-19 while on holiday – and repatriation. We also recommend that you are covered for other eventualities, such as cancellation and loss of luggage and passports.

    We'll ask you for the details of your policy (insurer, policy number and medical emergency phone number) so that we can help out if the worst happens while you are on holiday. It's up to you, though, to check that your policy covers the activities you'll be doing on holiday and that it is adequate for your own individual needs; we don't check alternative policies.
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    Current information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice for UK citizens can be found through the Travel Health Pro website. You must make sure you have adequate insurance cover for illness, accidents and repatriation (see the insurance question). You should also apply for a Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) if your EHIC has expired (if you have a still-valid EHIC, you can use this until it expires).
  • The principal official language is Italian, though some regions have a second official language, such as South Tyrol, where German is widely spoken. The currency is the Euro. Italian time is GMT/UTC + 1. It uses Daylight Saving Time, so in summer is on BST + 1.
  • For information on the practicalities of travel now that the UK is no longer part of the European Union, visit www.gov.uk/visit-eu-switzerland-norway-iceland-liechtenstein.

    At Inntravel we work in close partnership with our hoteliers, taxi drivers and other local suppliers to provide our self-guided holidays directly to you. We are entirely confident that you will continue to receive the usual warm welcome from them, regardless of what is happening in the European political sphere.
  • The UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides up-to-date, country-by-country travel advice, as well as information on security, local laws, passports and visas for UK citizens.
    If you live outside the UK, see our essential travel information page for a list of relevant websites.
  • You are the best judge of your child’s/children’s capabilities. We are happy to take bookings for families of older children/teenagers if they walk regularly, love the outdoors and are comfortable with the distances and ascent/descent involved. Please note that the bedrooms at most of the accommodation we use will normally only sleep a maximum of 3 people, and sometimes only 2.
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