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ETRUSCAN COAST: ARCHAEOLOGY, VILLAGES AND ISLAND MAGIC

Cliffs plunging into turquoise Mediterranean, Etruscan stones whispering their past, wine roads winding over hills. The Livorno coast.

≈ 9
Days
143
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9
Stops
📖 5 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Depart from Livorno and follow the coast toward Castiglioncello, then explore Cecina and its estuary. Take the Bolgheri wine route, cross Castagneto and Suvereto, discover Campiglia and Baratti before reaching the island of Elba. Sea, vineyards and Etruscan vestiges compose this coastline.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Livorno

port city maritime soul

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Day 1
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Discover

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Terrazza Mascagni: large panoramic seaside esplanade with checkered floor
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Venezia district: historic quarter crossed by picturesque canals
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Activities

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Boat ride on the canals of Livorno
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Mercato Centrale: covered market to taste focaccia with cecina
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Monument of the Four Moors: iconic statue of the port
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Next stop
Distance: 23 km
Travel time: 27min
2
Day

Castiglioncello

cliff village coastal charm

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Day 2
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Discover

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Castello Pasquini: castle from 1889, former noble residence now hosting cultural events
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Torre Medicea di Castiglioncello: ancient medieval watchtower
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Activities

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Baia del Quercetano: bay with crystalline waters bordered by pine forests
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Walk in the shaded pine forests with panoramic views of the coast
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Next stop
Distance: 18 km
Travel time: 22min
3
Day

Cecina

river mouth gateway valley

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Day 3
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Parco Gallorose: 5-hectare animal park housing more than 150 species of mammals and birds
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Activities

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Zoological park: rare wild species and animals difficult to observe in Italy
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La Fattoria: educational farm presenting ancient and traditional domestic breeds
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Next stop
Distance: 16 km
Travel time: 19min
4
Day

Bolgheri

wine road avenue majesty

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Day 4
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Viale dei Cipressi: 5 km cypress avenue immortalized by poet Carducci
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Castello di Bolgheri: 16th century red brick castle of the Della Gherardesca family
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Activities

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Historic center: cobbled streets, stone houses and artisan shops
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Chiesa dei Santi Giacomo e Cristoforo: medieval church on Piazza Teresa
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Carducci's childhood home and statue of grandmother Lucia on Piazza Alberto
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Next stop
Distance: 10 km
Travel time: 12min
5
Day

Castagneto Carducci

coastal hillside wine gem

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Day 5
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Castello medievale: medieval castle dominating the hilltop village 10 km from the sea
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Propositura di San Lorenzo: church among the oldest buildings in the town
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Activities

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Casa Carducci: poet's house-museum with archives of poetry and documents
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Chiesa del SS. Crocifisso: church housing a 15th-century wooden crucifix
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Next stop
Distance: 14 km
Travel time: 16min
6
Day

Suvereto

wine fortress metal tradition

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Day 6
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Fortified medieval center: village classified among the most beautiful in Italy, Bandiera Arancione of the Touring Club
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Palazzo Comunale: remarkable example of medieval architecture from the 12th-13th centuries
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Rocca Aldobrandesca: fortress dominating the village
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Activities

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Pieve di San Giusto: historic Romanesque church
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Museo di Arte Sacra: sacred art museum in the church of San Michele Arcangelo
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Chiesa della Madonna di sopra la Porta: small characteristic church
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Next stop
Distance: 8 km
Travel time: 9min
7
Day

Campiglia Marittima

mining history industrial heritage

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Day 7
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Parco Archeominerario di San Silvestro: historical, archaeological and geological site in Val di Cornia
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Miniera del Temperino: mining galleries accessible to the public
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Rocca San Silvestro: remains of a medieval village of miners and smelters founded a thousand years ago
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Activities

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Museo delle Macchine Minerarie: museum of mining machines
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Museo dei Minatori: museum retracing the life of miners
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Small yellow train crossing the Lanzi-Temperino gallery
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Next stop
Distance: 14 km
Travel time: 17min
8
Day

Baratti

Etruscan heritage archaeological site

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Day 8
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Archaeological Park of Baratti and Populonia: site of the ancient Etruscan and Roman city famous for iron metallurgy
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Necropolis of San Cerbone: Etruscan necropolis in the lower part of the park with view over the Gulf of Baratti
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Acropolis of Populonia: remains of the upper town accessible by paths through Mediterranean scrubland
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Activities

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Etruscan tombs carved into rock amid Mediterranean vegetation
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Hike combining archaeology and nature on the Piombino promontory
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Gulf of Baratti: bay with turquoise waters at the foot of the archaeological site
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Next stop
Distance: 40 km
Travel time: 48min
9
Day

Isola Elba

island paradise sea crown

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Day 9
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Discover

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Island of Elba: largest island of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park, the largest marine park in Europe
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Terme di San Giovanni: historic thermal baths on the Island of Elba
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Activities

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Ferry crossing from the port of Piombino to the Tuscan archipelago
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Discovery of the archipelago islands: Capraia, Pianosa, Gorgona, Montecristo (regulated access, reservation required)
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Exploration of varied landscapes: beaches, coves and island hiking trails

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming landscapes, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, excellent value, Easter celebrations, ideal touring conditions.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, vibrant atmosphere, beach season, festival time.

Fall (September-October): Excellent weather, harvest season, wine tourism, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, beautiful colors, culinary focus.

Winter (November-March): Mild southern weather, Christmas markets, lowest prices, minimal crowds, cultural focus, cozy atmosphere, indoor attractions.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 7 and 11 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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