Physical Requirements
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Moderate
Group Size
- A maximum of 42 travelers, led by a local Grand Circle Program Director
Pacing
- 2 locations in 15 days
Physical Requirements
- Walk 2-3 miles unassisted and participate in 2-3 hours of physical activities daily, including stairs
- Three days of this trip may require 3-4 miles of walking and 3-6 hours of optional physical activity
- Not accessible for travelers using wheelchairs or scooters
- Travelers using walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids must travel with a companion who can assist them
- We reserve the right for Program Directors to restrict participation, or in some circumstances send travelers home, if their limitations impact the group’s experience
Terrain & Transportation
- Uneven walking surfaces, including unpaved paths, hills, stairs, and cobblestones
- Travel by 45-seat motorcoach, and public transportation that requires ability to stand up and hold handles while vehicle is in motion
- Public transportation including bus, train, boat, and funicular
Climate
- Daytime temperatures typically range from 35-95°F all year round
- May-August are the warmest months—temperatures in July and August may reach up to 105°F with high humidity
- November-April weather can be unpredictable and change quickly within a short period of time, including snow in southern Tuscany from December-February