Hedonistic Hiking Pty Ltd

Jackie and Mick Parsons of Hedonistic Hiking are an Anglo-Australian couple with a genuine passion for Italy. Their fully-inclusive small group walking holidays take you off the beaten track and, above all, let you experience the heart and soul of Italy. Experienced, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides bring alive the rich culture, artistic heritage and intriguing history of each region. Stay in beautiful boutique accommodation and dine in fabulous restaurants with meals matched to delicious local wines. Walks are graded and there is always a support vehicle allowing you to walk a half day if you prefer. Lunches are alfresco and showcase the delicious local produce. Choose from an exclusive selection of escorted small group walking holidays in Tuscany, Cinque Terre, Piedmont and Emilia Romagna. Hedonistic Hiking also organises Tailor Made holidays to a variety of Italian destinations on request and offers a distinctive range of Day Walks in Tuscany for the independent traveller.

Parma, Tuscany and the Cinque Terre: Prosciutto and Parmesan, Pilgrims and Poets
Walk the area immortalised by writers and poets over the centuries. Visit beautiful Parma, the undisputed gourmet capital of Emilia Romagna. Follow in the footsteps of medieval pilgrims and discover an untouched area of Tuscany before descending to the Gulf of Poets on the Ligurian coast to explore the quaint villages of the Cinque Terre
9th-16th May
19th-26th September

Siena to the Mediterranean: The Passion of the Palio and the jewels of Southwest Tuscany
A magnificent 95km continuous walk starting with the Palio Horse Race in Siena and culminating with a visit to the beautiful Tuscan Archipelago. Fabulous walking through vineyards, olive groves and chestnut and oak woodlands. Wonderful hospitality, outstanding food and delectable wines.
1st – 10th July

Piedmont and Emilia Romagna: A Celebration of Slow Food
Let your taste buds do the walking as we immerse you in the enogastronomic wonders of these two regions. Barolo wine, the legendary white truffle of Alba, porcini mushrooms, parmesan and prosciutto. Beautiful hotels, stunning walks, fascinating history and culture plus exceptional food and wines.
6th-14th September
11th-19th October