You can download newer versions of these browsers here for IE and here for Netscape . Send this trip to a friend Backroads Italy specialist Jeff Cantarutti calls Tuscany his second home. In fact it was, for months at a time, while he led and researched trips there. Now our home office Italy specialist, Jeff keeps in close contact with Backroads' friends in Italy. His passion for Italy is multifaceted, though he's especially fond of the way the rhythms of Tuscan life are intrinsically tied to the seasons.
Spring is full of fiery red poppies, purple irises, emerald vineyards and golden fireflies at night.
Fall is the harvest. When vineyards turn deep red, it's time for gathering chestnuts, figs and porcini mushrooms, and hunting wild boar. Tuscany's blend of strikingly diverse landscapes, rich history and superior wine and cuisine makes it a perfect active and cultural destination for all seasons. Just ask Jeff-and you might want to get the name of his favorite gelateria while you're at it. We rendezvous in Florence, then shuttle to our lodging, Albergo L'Ultimo Mulino.