From Tuscany to the Dolomites, Italys vast and varied landscape is perfect for adventure travel.
So, what’s avacation in Italywithout crowded attractions, busy piazzas, and closely arranged restaurant tables?
It’s an active adventure waiting to happen.
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So, instead of the well-trodden Rome-Florence-Venice circuit, consider these less-traveled journeys in Italy’s magnificent outdoors.
Rows of undulating grapevines?
Super Tuscans, salami, and pasta with porcini mushrooms?
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Nunzio Marcelli, a legend amongtranshumanzaproponents, organizes four-day, three-night trips throughLa Porta dei Parchiagricultural cooperative.
The region of Trentino alone has more than 140rifugi, typically open from June through September.
Some are reachable only on foot, while others are connected by roads or cable cars.
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But all are a welcome sight after a long day of lung- and thigh-scorching trekking.
Accommodations range from cozy private rooms and family rooms to simple (and now, socially distanced) dorms.
Writer and editorElizabeth Heathcovers travel, wellness, and lifestyle from her home in central Italy.
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