Via Francigena: Pavia to Fidenza

What's Included

• Meals

  5 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included. Breakfasts are usually continental, inclusive of breads, tea, coffee, and juices. Dinner will consist of 3 courses, usually starting with a salad or pasta dish, followed by either a chicken, red meat, or fish dish with seasonal vegetables.

• Accommodation

  5 nights in 3-star hotels and agriturismo/B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities.

• Transfer

  Transfer on day 3 from Pavia to Orio Litta.

• Information Pack

  Information pack including a smartphone app with maps and guidebook (per room booked).

• Luggage Transfer

  Luggage transfer (max 1 piece, max weight 20kg, and max size 60 x 50 x 40 cm per person). Supplement applies for excess.

• Credenziale

  The pilgrims' passport.

• Emergency Support

  Emergency hotline and SMS alert.

What's Not Included

• Travel to and from the Tour

  Travel to Pavia and from Fidenza.
  
  

• Meals Not Included

  Meals not listed as included, drinks.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance.
  
  

• Entrance Fees

  Entrance fees (museums, galleries, etc.
  
  ).
  
  

• Guide

  This is a self-guided walking holiday.
  
  

• Solo Traveler Supplement

  A supplement will apply if you are traveling solo or book a single room.
  
  

• Excess Luggage

  Excess luggage.
  
  

• Tourist Tax

  Tourist Tax - allow EUR5 total - payable directly to the hotel.
  
  

• Unlisted Transfers

  Transfers not listed as included.
  
  

• Train on Day 2

  Train on day 2 from Belgioioso to Pavia (allow EUR2.
  
  20 subject to change).
  
  

• Personal Items

  Items of a personal nature.
  
  

• Lunches and Dinners

  Lunches and dinners (except 4).
  
  Allow EUR15-20 for each dinner and EUR5 for a picnic lunch.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Items of a personal nature including drinks, souvenirs, phone calls, internet, and laundry, etc.
  
  

What You Carry

As the walks are fully supported you only need to carry a daypack with your daily requirements including wet weather gear, water bottle, lunch supplies, mobile phone and sun protection etc.

Grading

MODERATE – GRADE 3
This is a moderate grade walk along paths that are well defined across the Po river's agricultural plain. The route is quite easy due to low differences in altitude. The walking is mostly on paths and gravel roads, with some sections on asphalt road. You should be able to walk for up to 9 hours a day in hot sun (at times), although on some days the walking can be shortened by public transport. The trail is well-marked with official signs of the Via Francigena. A good level of fitness is required.
As with all of our trips it is important that you are well prepared. We suggest that you undertake regular exercise – swimming, cycling, and jogging, two to three times a week for three months prior to your departure.
Note: the walking time and distance are calculated from city centre to city centre and may vary depending on the accommodations booked, to a maximum of 2km.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes a transfer on day 3 from Pavia to Orio Litta, a small boat ride across the River Po, and a train ride on day 2 from Belgioioso to Pavia (EUR2.20 payable locally).

Accommodation

Enjoy 5 nights in 3-star hotels and agriturismo/B&Bs on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities, providing comfort and local charm throughout your journey.