Trekking & Hiking in Tuscany

For lovers of nature, outdoor walks and healthy, slow living, Civitatours offers a day od Trekking & Hiking in Tuscany with 3 itineraries for discovering and exploring the unspoilt territory of Monte Argentario. Together with our experts you can enjoy a day lived according to values based on the protection of the local natural and cultural heritage, on education to move in nature and to achieve a simple and healthy lifestyle.

Route “Trekking of the Fortresses”

A wonderful day of Trekking & Hiking in Tuscany discovering the forts that dominate the Monte Argentario promontory. We begin our day in Porto Ercole, where we will first discover Fort Filippo, of which we can still walk the patrol walkway, then we will arrive through a path on the seafront. From here we will reach the Fortezza della Rocca and the old Borgo, where we will admire the narrow streets and beautiful views of the port. Finally, we take a path along the scenic route up to Forte Stella, known for its star shape and its position offering beautiful views.

• Full-day excursion
• Length: approx. 10 km
• Difficulty level: easy, we follow dirt and asphalt roads.
• Halfway we can make a stop on the beach, packed lunch or in a
• restaurant (extra)
• Cost per person €150
• Base 2 participants
• Extra person €100

The Capodomo Tower itinerary

One of the most impressive towers on the Argentario thanks to its dominant position, 350 m above sea level. From here you can see a wide stretch of coastline and with a clear sky you can see from the island of Giannutri to Montecristo. The tower was part of the defence system of the Stato dei Presidi, although its foundation is much older. The tower is reached by a winding path along the ridge of the mountain.

• Half-day excursion
• Length of route: about 5 km (round trip);
• Difficulty: medium/ easy; *Take about 2 hrs.
• The last part of the trail is exposed, which can be annoying if you suffer from vertigo. It is recommended to do this trekking at sunset during the summer heat.
• Cost per person €100
• Base 2 participants
• Extra person €70

Itinerary “The Feniglia Dunes and the ruins of Cosa”

We begin our day of Trekking & Hiking in Tuscany at the entrance to the Reserve (Porto Ercole side), this covers an area of 474 hectares and separates the lagoon from the open sea. We will walk among maritime pines, domestic pines, cork trees, holm oaks, sea lilies, junipers and shrubs of the Mediterranean maquis. Once we have crossed the dune, after stopping for a swim on the beach, we will arrive in Ansedonia, where we will end our day with a visit to the archaeological site of Cosa, the ancient Roman town. Following the Via Sacra we arrive at the highest point of the city, where the acropolis (Arx), the centre of worship, is located. From here the view will leave you breathless.

• Full-day excursion
• Length: approximately 10 km;
• Difficulty: medium/ easy;
• Packed lunch (extra)
• In the archaeological area it is also possible to visit the Museum (extra)
• Logistics: a rescue vehicle is provided if you don’t want to walk: the group starts from the entrance to the Duna on the Porto Ercole side and finishes in Ansedonia.
• Cost per person €150
• Base 2 participants
• Extra person €100

Each of the three routes takes place in the Monte Argentario area. You can reach us by your own means or by booking a private and/or shared transfer through Civitatours.

The rates are as follows:

• Trekking of the Fortresses: Price per person €150
• The Capodomo Tower: Price per person €100
• The Dunes of Feniglia and the ruins of Cosa: Price per person €100