Phillip, Penrith – This holiday exceeded expectations
I highly recommend this holiday. The walking provides the opportunity to discover the delightful Appenine and Apuani Alps on paths that would be difficult to find for the first time visitor. The accommodation is comfortable, spacious and welcoming. We appreciated the...
Barbara, Chertsey – Well run, efficient and great fun
We have had two holidays with KE this year. Both were well run, efficient and great fun. We were so well looked after by Jamie and Ailsa. They both worked so hard to provide us with a wonderful holiday. The surroundings were magical. Accommodation was very clean and...
Margaret, Nottingham – Excellent
I have been on two KE holidays and both have been excellent. The accommodation was amazing and the food out of this world. So much better than staying in a hotel. Our hosts were so accommodating and knowledgable and the walks were great. They were flexible and took...
Alison, London – A truly above-exceptional experience
Felt really cared for and looked after. Really felt the accommodation owners and guide took a personal interest in us guests and were committed to making the experience truly unique and the best it could be. Our leader Stefano was so keen for us to have the best...
Jane, London – Well organised great holiday
I can’t fault this holiday. The farm where we stayed was stunning, the area so unspoilt and peaceful. The walks were carefully chosen to make the most of the amazing area and it’s mountains and terrain. Some changes were made to the schedule to accommodate weather...
Jill, Belper – Challenging and safe
Challenging. Safe, informative and fabulous food. Stefanie is an exceptionally gifted young man in imparting knowledge about the environment and local history and his passion for his mountains was visibly infectious! Everything seemed to be done with the survival of...
Robert, Manchester – Lovely walking that exceeded expectations
More than a holiday, this week provided a warm welcome into a region by those who love it and know it, both on the walks led by Stefano and Laura, and at the accommodation. Jamie and Ailsa are superb hosts, providing personal hospitality and outstanding meals while...
Linda, Preston – Idyllic
A spectacular holiday in a stunning location I have just returned from this trip which was my first time abroad since the pandemic - it was an excellent return to international adventure. The farm is absolutely idyllic with beautiful views of the mountains together...
Ruth, Cheltenham – Magnificent hiking, fabulous setting
The Garfagnana is a beautiful area to discover and explore, with such varied scenery and history. You could not wish for a better guide than Stefano. Experienced, enthusiastic and thoughtful, he planned each walk carefully. He knows and loves the area well, and we...
Adam Wilson – A touch of class
If you want a walking holiday with a touch of class, try this one. Col di Lavacchio is an amazing place to stay, the walking truly stunning and our hosts Jamie and Ailsa welcoming, generous and good humoured. Not sure we can top this one!
Fiona Denyer – Divine setting
It was a divine setting and the food amazing. The support crew were outstanding and the pace and itinerary absolutely ideal. Words in a brochure cannot do justice to the hospitality we received and the whole walking experience. A truly amazing holiday.
Neil Anderson – Wonderful holiday
This was a wonderful holiday. The walks were beautiful, the mountains spectacular, the food excellent and the hospitality and guiding both superb. I'd recommend this holiday to anyone who is a fit and capable hill walker.
Stephen Brown – A hidden gem
A hidden gem: beautiful beech woods, airy summits, snow flecked ridges, characterful villages and wonderful food and accommodation on an idyllic Tuscan farm all added up to the best holiday I've had in years.
Betsy Stanko
If it is possible to have loved my return to Lavacchio even more than my first visit, it would only be because the wildflowers were in unbelievable bloom. Ailsa and Jamie have created the perfect vacation spot. A fabulous place for friends and family to gather for a...
John Schaff
Go to Col di Lavacchio if you are looking for a magnificently situated, secluded environment with panoramic views of the Alpi Apuane, warm, patient and knowledgeable hosts, cuisine you would queue for and like minded travellers.
My week at Lavacchio was absolutely heavenly…
Jamie and Ailsa are wonderful hosts and carefully consider every detail about their beautiful property…
Two weeks in paradise!
You have created the perfect holiday home, set in beautiful surroundings. Many thanks for your warm welcome and hospitality. Martin and Vanessa, Shropshire, England
A wonderfully comfortable guest house..
..with 30 acre organic farm, with views down the length of the Serchio valley towards the ancient walled city of Lucca, birthplace of the composer Giacomo Puccini. Cameron McNeish, TGO Magazine 3 Dec 2019
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!
This whole week met and far exceeded my expections. I can’t recommend this walking holiday enough. A relaxing change for the seasoned trekker or a great introduction for the uninitiated. I enjoyed everything – amazing accommodation, great food, good walking, great...