La Francigena, a preview – Day one – Monday,9th June 2025. From Bham to Luton Airport, to Pisa. Then minibus transfer to Siena.

1 Feb

We leave Digbeth coach station at 07.05 ,arriving at Luton airport at 10.05.

Flight to Pisa, departing at 12.50, arriving in Pisa at 16.10 ( hour’s time difference ). Then to Siena by Sloways minibus. Expected arrival time after a journey of 125 KM – 19.00 at best – 12 hours…

This leaves little time for exploring Siena. I attach a link for your interest.

https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/st-dominics-basilica

I have been to Siena and it is a gem,but given time limits and a long day, I’ll settle for a stroll in the old streets, a drink in the square and dinner.” Chianti and Pizza” has been recommended.

Siena -Hotel Chiusarelli – where we are staying – Restaurant recommended,too.

Viale Curtatone, 15

This patio looks very inviting…

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