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  • Southern Tuscany to Rome Walking Tour

One of this tour’s fine hotels
Our goal is always to find the most interesting and memorable lodging a region offers. Here's one of our favorites from this itinerary. For a complete list, please call or email us.

Villa Marsili
Located in Cortona—the town made famous by Francis Mayes' best seller Under the Tuscan Sun, this beautiful hotel, dating back to the 8th century, was recently restored with special attention paid to its original style and architectural characteristics. Each window of the villa offers breathtaking views, and the elegant frescoed guest rooms combine modern amenities and lovely antique furniture.
Where the tour begins and ends

Starting Point: Cortona, Italy - 2:30 pm
Ending Point: Rome, Italy - 3:00 pm

What the weather is like
Southern Tuscany has a warm, sunny climate. The temperature in the spring and fall is generally very temperate. In the summer, temperatures can be 5 to 10 degrees warmer.

Average
Daily Highs (°F)
 May  June  July  Sept.  October
Orvieto  70  77  84  77  67
Rome  71  77  83  79  71
Background reading
The Hill Towns of Italy - Carol Field
A delightful illustrated survey of the towns, people and countryside of Tuscany and Umbria by a favorite writer on things Italian.

The Tuscan Year: Tuscan Life and Food in an Italian Valley - Elizabeth Romer
An intimate portrait of life on a Tuscan farm, as seen primarily through the robust food.
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