Lun - Sab 10:00 – 17:00
€ 490 per person
€445 per person (until January 30th)
Average daily length approximately 20 km
Average daily positive altitude difference between 700m and 1100m
Same negative
Includes Organization and Environmental Hiking Guide qualified for the profession under LR 42 of 23/03/2000 and subsequent amendments, 3 overnight stays, 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners, trekking trip organization, secretarial services, VAT, guide's liability insurance, health insurance, TO technical management.
Excluding packed lunches and water, transfer costs to reach the island of Elba and vice versa, and everything that is not specified in the "Includes" section
To get to know the island of Elba beyond the sea, you need to walk, talk, meet and eat/stop in places away from classic tourism.
This is why in this gastro-travel you will also get to know the food, served and cooked excellently by all three structures where we will be staying. There will also be some small surprises brought by Claudia, the guide, during the trekking excursions.
Day 1 – 21 km altitude difference + 1050 m
Meeting at 9am Cavo, Elba Island (Piombino-Cavo ferry to be booked with our discount code)
The Great Elba Crossing finally begins! Leaving Cavo behind us, we will immediately begin to rise in altitude, reaching 350 meters above sea level at the Montegrosso traffic light, an ancient military post from which we will have a wonderful view of the Elban coast. The itinerary is very scenic and intense.
A continuous ups and downs will take us to two of the most panoramic points of the entire island: the summit of Monte Strega and the spectacular view towards the top of Volterraio . A long descent immersed in the countryside of the island will take us to our beautiful farmhouse, where wine and local food cooked by expert hands awaits us.
Day 2 – 20 km altitude difference + 890 m
The second stage of the GTE develops on the beautiful central ridge of the island, which takes us to know the vegetation of the island. On the left we will have the Gulf of Lacona, on the right the town of Portoferraio immersed in thick Mediterranean scrub . We will learn about the fascinating history that links Napoleon to Elba, passing close to the Napoleonic church of San Martino. A very intense climb takes us in a few meters to Monte Perone, where we relax in the shade before descending towards our next farmhouse. We are completely immersed in the woods, in one of the most exclusive environments on the island, surrounded by Mouflons and silence. A surprising dinner awaits us among anecdotes and passions told by the wise Andrea.
Day 3 – 16 km difference in altitude 930 m
Here we are at the big day!
Weather permitting, a deviation from the GTE with a consecutive climb up to Monte Capanne awaits us in the morning, a toast at the top of 1019m with a panoramic view before descending towards Marciana, a characteristic Elban village where the typical beer will refresh us. The last kilometers of enthusiasm, satisfaction and small deviations from the GTE lead us to finish the GTE Nord in Patresi. A lighthouse in front of us to show us the way, tiredness and joy of being sitting at the bar of our seafront hotel watching the sunset.
Day 4 –
Breakfast and return to Portoferraio for the last farewell (bus or NCC depending on the arrival time)
Goodbye Elba
Trip end expected by 1.00 pm
Breakfasts and dinners included except drinks (indicate any vegetarian/vegan diets or gluten allergies/intolerances when booking)
Packed lunches to be paid by the participant, possibility to purchase lunch every morning/evening.
Accommodation in apartments with rooms shared between participants
The program is indicative as it is subject to weather conditions, and the environmental hiking guide has the right to modify it at any time for logistical and/or safety reasons
Rooms and multiple apartments with bathroom.
Claudia , founder of Lasca la Randa: environmental hiking guide licensed under the law .
An expert leader of groups on trekking excursions, she particularly loves these places in periods outside the other season : this is why she continues to accompany you on these adventures, full of anecdotes, stories from local people, surprises not announced in the program. He always searches for the essence of places, especially if they are islands, after all, we reflect ourselves a bit.
He loves going on excursions, even long ones, laughing, making you reflect on the beauty of the slow rhythms that the islands have out of season . He loves animals, he always carries food for cats and dogs that he meets along the paths in his backpack !
His goal? make the islands known and appreciated beyond the beautiful sea!
The booking will take place upon receipt of the signed contract and the bank transfer equal to the requested amount (50% at the time of booking, 50% within 40 days of the departure date).
Cancellation by the customer can only and exclusively occur via email and is to be considered valid only if there is written confirmation.
In case of withdrawal from the contract by the traveler before departure, for any reason, even unforeseen and unexpected, a penalty will be charged. The amount of penalties is quantified as follows:
In case of insurance policy subscription, reference will be made to the conditions in question. 10% of the travel fee will be retained for management costs.
The reservation is considered as such only after having sent the signed contract to the email address indicated and having received the bank transfer of the requested amount.
Cancellation is considered as such only upon written communication by email with confirmation of receipt
Good physical preparation and suitable technical clothing. Sneakers, non-technical backpacks and unsuitable clothing are not permitted
It is necessary to be used to trekking for a length of 17-20km with 1000m of altitude difference, on consecutive days.
Patient Guests, Lovers and Respectful of Nature
It is mandatory for the customer to communicate on a durable medium, from the moment of the information request and before signing the contract, any food and non-food allergies and disabilities.
Technical trekking clothing, 30-40 l trekking backpack, high trekking shoes (no sneakers), windproof rain shell, water bottle at least 1.5 l, glass/cup, head torches, any cutlery for packed lunches, beauty case and all personal items
We ask you to avoid plastic bottles, non-compostable wipes, etc
The list of what to bring will be sent via email approximately 20-15 days before the start of the trip.
Elba can be reached by ferry from Piombino, reachable by car or train or bus.
Free and paid car parking near the port.
Directions will follow
Even:
Excluded: Packed lunch and water, Transfer costs to reach the island of Elba and vice versa, Drinks with meals (in addition to water), Bus/Taxi to return to the port (10€/person) and everything that is not is specified in the “Includes” item
Optional Luggage Transport: €120 to be divided by the number of participants interested in this option
Optional Wine tasting in an organic farm: €18 per person
Cancellation Insurance: cost 6% of the value of the package (to be requested at the time of booking)
Worry-Free Booking Option: €42 (refund in the form of a voucher)
