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Via Francigena - Section 10
From Aosta to Vercelli - ""
Walking: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - 16 - Guided: 16 - Cycling: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8
The tenth section of the Via Francigena will lead you along the Aosta Valley and its medieval castles from Aosta to Vercelli. Mainbly on rolling trails, this section will pass through the fertile valleys of Lombardy and Piedmont, and by the lake of Viverone and the sancutary of Madonna della Bozzola at Garlasco.
Your way on the Via Francigena is made easy by sign posting. In England, you will look out for pilgrim sign, whereas in France you have to check the red and white strips. Also, in our holiday pack is included detailed walking notes and maps making navigation even easier.
Following the footsteps of centuries of pilgrim, you will stay in 1,2,3 star hotel, and farmstay accommodation all en-suite. We transfer your luggage from hotel to hotel so you can travel comfortably with just a small backpack.
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Day by Day & Hotels
Hotels & country cottages have been carefully selected for their location, comfort, character, food, and friendliness of the staff. They are subject to availability and if the hotel described is not available, we will provide you with one of the same standard of comfort & price. Please click on hotel information below.
There are 10 days
Day 1: Aosta
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town. Aosta was original ... .. read more >
Meals: N/A Luggage Transfer: No
You will be booked in an en-suite hotel room in the centre of the town. Aosta was originally founded by an alpine tribe known as the Salassi. The towns position as a gateway to the Alps saw it change hands many times over the centuries. It was held by the Romans, Burgundians, Ostrogoths, Byzantines, and the Frankish before it finally became part of the Kingdom of Italy. As a result of this history there is an abundance of ancient remains around the town including the Augusta Praetoria Roman ruins.
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room www.lepageot.info
Day 2: Aosta to Nus
16km, +626 m / -627 m: From Aosta you will travel along the northern side of the Aosta Val ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
16km, +626 m / -627 m: From Aosta you will travel along the northern side of the Aosta Valley, which has the river Dora Baltea at its centre. For this reason there isn't much in the way of climbing but the scenery and views are fantastic. The first village you pass through is Saint-Chriostophe, which has a 15th century crucifix on display in the church.
Day 3: Nus to saint Vincent
17km, +805 m / -667 m: On this walking day you continue to descend the green Aosta valley, ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
17km, +805 m / -667 m: On this walking day you continue to descend the green Aosta valley, passing through the beautiful town of Chatillon and its ancient castle : The Castello di Ussel. Right after Chatillon, you reach Saint Vincent, your day destination.
Day 4: Saint Vincent to Issogne
23km, +593 m / -955 m: Todays walk will again see you descend very gradually along the Aos ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
23km, +593 m / -955 m: Todays walk will again see you descend very gradually along the Aosta Valley. The valley has 2,000 species of plantlife and along the trail you may also see ibex, deer, foxes or golden eagles, as you pass vineyards and forests of pine and chestnut trees. Shortly after your start, You will pass through St Vincent where the surrounding landscape has created a micro-climate, which sees the area having mild winters and cool summers. The town is also famous for the therapeutic mineral water of the Fons Salutis. The town of Verres is dominated by an impressive cubic castle and is a great spot to see roman and gothic architecture.
Day 5: Issogne to Pont St Martin
12km, +492 m / -502 m: From Issogne you will have another flat days walk along the Aosta V ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
12km, +492 m / -502 m: From Issogne you will have another flat days walk along the Aosta Valley, but shorter than the others. Along the way you will pass through Arnad where the church of St Martin is a gem of romanesque architecture and art. You will then come to Bard where you will see the impossing fort, which hugs the side of the valley. The town of Donnas was of huge importance as a rest stop during roman times. As you come into the town you will see a section of roman road which is carved out of the rock of the hillside. Your destination is Pont St Martin which marks the entrance to the Aosta Valley. The town is most notable for its beautiful roman bridge.
Day 6: Pont St Martin to Ivrea
22km, +558 m / -652 m: Your journey sets out from the town of Pont St Martin and travels s ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
22km, +558 m / -652 m: Your journey sets out from the town of Pont St Martin and travels south along the valley of the Dora Baltea river. Along the way you will pass Settima Vittone which has a 9th century church. From here you will make your way through Borgofranco d'Ivrea and Montalto Dora which has an impressive 12th century castle. Your destination for today is Ivrea. The town has an abundance of interesting historical buildings but is best known for its annual "Battle of the Oranges" carnival.
Day 7: Ivrea to Viverone
20km, +407 m. / -345 m.: From Ivrea the track moves away from the Dora Baltea river and in ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
20km, +407 m. / -345 m.: From Ivrea the track moves away from the Dora Baltea river and into farmlands. You wil pass through the peaceful villages of Bolengo, Palazzo Canavese and Piverone. There is a short climb before you reach todays destination of Viverone which sits on the shore of the lovely Lago di Viverone.
Day 8: Viverone to Santhia
17km, +147 m / -252 m: From the lake the trail makes its way through some woodlands and pa ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
17km, +147 m / -252 m: From the lake the trail makes its way through some woodlands and passes over the last hill before the flat Padana Plain opens out in front of you. After passing through the village of Cavaglia you will again move in farmlands. The gradual descent begins to level out as you make your way into Santhia. The town of Santhia is a busy agricultural hub.
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room in the centre of the town
Day 9: Santhia to Vercelli
27km, +75 m / -127 m: Your last walking day is a flat walk through farmlands. Many of the ... .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Luggage Transfer: Yes
27km, +75 m / -127 m: Your last walking day is a flat walk through farmlands. Many of the surrounding fields are frequently full of water as they are used for growing rice. Vercelli is quite a large, bustling, university town. There are many wonderful sights in Vercelli, including the piazza in the centre, the cathedral and the Basilica di Sant'Andrea which is one of the best preserved Romanesque buildings in Italy.
Town Facilities: ATM, shops, all facilities. Lodging: An en suite room in the centre of the town http://www.ristoranteilgiardinetto.it/
Day 10: Vercelli
This is the end of your holiday, after your breakfast. .. read more >
Meals: Breakfast Luggage Transfer: Yes
This is the end of your holiday, after your breakfast.
Prices & Booking
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Options: We can upgrade your holiday in 4, 5* and Paradors. We can also offer extra nights and airport transfers. Ask us!
Families: We are now offering 40% off prices for children aged between 3-9 years old, and 20% off prices for children aged between 10-17 years old. Children under 3 come free.
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High Season |
989 |
1219 |
Single: 95 |
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949 |
1149 |
Single: 90
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Low Season |
889 |
1059 |
Single: 90 |
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General details
Difficulty: 1 2 3 4 5 What is this?
Distance: 137km
Duration: 9 nights
Activity: 
Walking
Comfort: In Style
Meals: Half Board
Available: All year round
Price: From €889
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(1,2) Leisurely (3,4) Stimulating (5) A Challenge
Our holidays are graded by 3 categories of difficulty: Leisurely, Stimulating and A Challenge. This grading system will allow you to select the ideal holiday for yourself or your group. We aim to offer you the best experiences and unforgettable memories on a holiday where your desire for a challenge, comfort and safety are our priority. As the abilities of everybody are different, it’s important that you decide on a holiday which best suits your own needs and capabilities. You should take some time to look over our grading system so you can decide which holiday is best for you!
How do we grade?
When grading our holidays we take 3 main factors into consideration: Distance, Gradient and Trail Type (i.e. mountain track, forest road, surfaced road, etc.)
Our Easy walking and cycling holidays are best for families with young children. With older children, experience and fitness level should be considered when deciding on a holiday.
Leisurely(1,2)
• Time: Under 5 hours per day on average.
• Gradient: Gentle, no steep climbs
• Trail Type: Walking path, easily accessible
• Suitable for: Everybody. Some easy preparation walks should increase your enjoyment.
Stimulating(3,4)
• Time: 5 to 7 hours / less than 20km per day on average
• Gradient: Up to 1000m ascent per day on average, possibility of some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, not technically difficult
• Suitable for: Moderate level of fitness required. Some weekend walks of around 3-4 hours should help your preparation.
A Challenge (5)
• Time: Days can be over 7 hours / 20km
• Gradient: Days can be more than 1000m, some steep climbing
• Trail Type: Walking paths, mountain trails, can be technically difficult
• Suitable for: Good level of fitness required. Previous experience would be best. Regular weekend walks of 4-5 hours or more are advisable in the months leading up to your holiday. These should include some mountain walks.
To go to Aosta
Fly to: Turin, or Milan
1 - Turin: Ryanair, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Iberia and Lufthansa are among the airlines flying from Turin. Thomas Cook Airlines and Thomson Airways also operate seasonal flights to destinations in Ireland and the UK. Airport info www.turin-airport.com
2 - Milan (Malpensa): Malpensa is the main international airport for Milan and virtually all airlines operate there. It is situated about 30km north-west of Milan. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/malpensa/index.phtml
Milan (Orio al Serio): Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Ryanair being the main operator. It is situated about 30km north-east of Milan. Airport info www.sacbo.it/Airpor/portalProcess.jsp
Milan (Linate): Linate is the closest airport to Milan city centre. Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Alitalia being the main operator. It is situated about 5km to the east of the city centre. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/linate/
Take the train to Aosta
From those airports, you must take the train to the Aosta train station. You can check on this website for more information: http://www.trenitalia.com/
To go back from Vercelli
Fly back from Milan or Turin
1 - Turin: Ryanair, Air France, Alitalia, British Airways, Iberia and Lufthansa are among the airlines flying from Turin. Thomas Cook Airlines and Thomson Airways also operate seasonal flights to destinations in Ireland and the UK. Airport info www.turin-airport.com
2 - Milan (Malpensa): Malpensa is the main international airport for Milan and virtually all airlines operate there. It is situated about 30km north-west of Milan. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/malpensa/index.phtml
Milan (Orio al Serio): Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Ryanair being the main operator. It is situated about 30km north-east of Milan. Airport info www.sacbo.it/Airpor/portalProcess.jsp
Milan (Linate): Linate is the closest airport to Milan city centre. Most destinations in Europe are served from Orio al Serio Airport with Alitalia being the main operator. It is situated about 5km to the east of the city centre. Airport info www.sea-aeroportimilano.it/en/linate/
Take a train from Vercelli to reach Milan or Turin, roughly 1-hour long (more information about the trains on this website http://www.trenitalia.com/). In Turin, you can take a shuttle fron the city to the airport (€6, 45minutes, http://aeroportoditorino.it/en/passeggeri_en/trasporti_en/bus_en.html. You can find the same shuttles in Milan, to Malpensa airport http://www.autostradale.it/sito2_grande/english.html, to Linate airport http://www.milanolinate.eu/en/accessibility-and-parking/how-to-get-here and to Orio al Serio http://www.sacbo.it/Editorial/newsCategoryViewProcess.jsp?editorialID=2658¤tMenu=2175.
Included:
Luggage transferred from hotel to hotel
Rooms en-suite in nice hotel with character
Half Board during the hike
Holiday Pack: inc. notes & map(s) & pilgrim passport, what to bring, language book
Emergency number 24/7. On the ground support
Not Included:
Flights
Insurance (recommended)
Drinks
Dinner first and last nights
Transfer from/to airport
