With Backcountry Journeys, the logistics disappear so the photography can take center stage. Lodging, transportation, meals, permits, and planning are handled by our experienced team, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the experience.
From the moment you arrive to the final farewell, everything is thoughtfully orchestrated so you can travel with confidence and create without distraction.
Every Backcountry Journeys experience is led by professional photographers who don’t just know how to take great images — they know how to teach.
Our guides are seasoned educators, patient mentors, and field experts who help you refine your vision, master your camera, and see the world photographically. From technical instruction to creative guidance in the moment, you’re supported by someone who is deeply invested in your growth as a photographer.
We intentionally keep our group sizes small to ensure a more personal, immersive experience. Fewer participants mean more one-on-one instruction, better access to locations, and the freedom to adapt in the field when conditions are perfect.
You’re never rushed, never lost in the crowd, and always positioned to focus on making meaningful images.
Florence, Italy (FLR) / Florence, Italy (FLR)
9 Days/8 Nights
Level 1 - What's This?
Up To 10 Guests
Capture Tuscany and Cinque Terre's beautiful landscapes and rich history
Experience the ideal photography conditions of spring, with the region's iconic wildflowers and spring greens.
Enhance your photography skills in Italy, returning home with a portfolio of high-quality images.
Savor Italy's exquisite cuisine and engage with the rich heritage of Tuscany and Cinque Terre, enhancing your travel and photography experience.
Discover the magic of Tuscany & Cinque Terre through an all-inclusive photo tour and workshop that takes you deep into the region's heart, celebrated for its rich history, cultural heritage, and beautiful spring landscapes. This all-inclusive journey will guide you through Tuscany's enchanting towns and verdant countryside, offering myriad opportunities to capture its beauty through your lens. Learn about the region's artistic legacy and architectural marvels, enhancing your photographic skills against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery.
Continue your photographic adventure in Cinque Terre, where the dramatic coastal scenery and colorful villages provide a stunning contrast to Tuscany's countryside. This trip is designed to enhance your photography skills, offering hands-on instruction in capturing the region's dynamic light, textures, and timeless beauty.
Spring in Tuscany adds an extra layer of magic , with the region coming alive in a vibrant display of colors and textures. This season is ideal for photographers, offering mild weather and the chance to capture the blossoming wildflowers that carpet the countryside and iconic Tuscany spring greens. The soft spring light enhances the natural beauty of the landscapes, creating perfect conditions for capturing stunning, dynamic photographs.
Throughout this tour, you'll not only develop your photography skills but also gain a deeper appreciation for Italy's natural and cultural treasures. With expert photographers at your side, you'll leave with a portfolio of diverse, high-quality images and memories that last a lifetime, all while enjoying the camaraderie of like-minded enthusiasts in one of the world's most picturesque settings.
All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
All transportation during the workshop
All lodging during the workshop
All permits and park fees
Professional photography guiding and instruction
Gratuity for service staff
Flights to and from Florence, Italy (FLR)
Airport transfer to arrival Florence hotel (contact us for assistance)
Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
Lodging outside workshop dates
Alcoholic beverages
Souvenirs and personal items
Gratuity for photography guide(s). Please refer to our FAQ section for more details about gratuities.
Trip Insurance & Medical Evacuation Insurance (recommended) - see plans here.
This is the kind of opportunity you don’t want to look back on and wish you’d taken. A Backcountry Journeys tour isn’t just a trip — it’s a rare chance to step fully into the experience, to be present in extraordinary places with expert guidance, thoughtful planning, and the time and space to create meaningful work.
The logistics are handled, the pressure is off, and what’s left is pure immersion: better light, better access, deeper learning, and memories you’ll carry long after the journey ends. These moments, locations, and conditions don’t wait — and neither should you.