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Italy is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, home to many of the world’s best known attractions such as the Colosseum of Rome, St Marks Square and the canals of Venice, the Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo of Florence, Mount Vesuvius and the ruins of Pompeii, the awesome volcanic Mount Etna, the inspiring Milan Cathedral and the huge St. Peters Basilica in the Vatican. This is complimented by the fantastic works of art such as the Sistine Chapel, the Last Supper, the statue of David and the Mona Lisa!! Everyday, touring opens up new horizons which can be filled with excellent foods and flavorsome wines with some exciting days wandering around old medieval streets amongst buildings that exude history. Or perhaps nerve racking days driving along winding, narrow coast roads or weaving amongst seemingly insane drivers!! Or maybe inspiring days wondering at the marvels of colossal buildings that history left behind. It is these historic towns, classic ruins, museums and art galleries, plus the mountain vistas, vineyard covered hills, blue/green grottos, volcanoes and island paradises, all surrounded by the excitable, energetic, friendly people that make Italy so attractive!!
The Italian Republic is a peninsular which lies within the Mediterranean Sea, and includes the islands of Sardinia and Sicily, and the enclaves of St Marino and the Vatican City. Rome is the capital of the country, and administers 20 regions, home to approximately 60 million people. The diverse terrain and natural beauty of the country is one of its great assets as it stretches from the awesome European Alps in the north and the famous Lakes District, to the picturesque central hills of the Appenines in which can be found Tuscany, and the drier, hotter and dustier regions of the south, with, in many cases, a rugged and beautiful coastline of steep rocky cliffs and pounding seas, such as those of the Amalfi Coast and the Cinque Terre region!! Known the world over for the bright sunshine and warm days, the whole country is aglow with sparkling reflections, gentle breezes and clear air. It is an exciting destination, a place of first experiences, romance and memories that never leave you and draw you back!!
The cities and towns are awash with history, with churches seemingly on every street corner and ruins galore, but dig deeper and the story unfolds of a mighty nation, once the centre of western civilization and unifier of Europe, birthplace of the Renaissance and a leader in art, sculpture, and today, fashion and design!! ‘Style’ is a key word for Italy, as style is a way of life, used in the way shop windows are displayed, clothes are worn and people behave, its something a visitor is uniquely aware of – and Italy has ‘style’!!
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| Agrigento |
 Agrigento is a small town of 60,000 residents that lies on the south coast of Sicily, a region of the Italian republic. The town is famous for having been one of the leading cities of the Golden Age of the Greek Empire, known as Magna Graecia or Greater Greece, and retains to this day some of the f... |
| Alassio |
 Alassio lies on the Riviera di Ponente, 95 kilometres west of Genoa, the capital of the Ligure region of north-west Italy, and only 50 kilometres from the French border. It is a small seaside town of 11,500 people, built at the bottom of an amphitheatre, on a strip of land squashed between the sea ... |
| Alberobello |
 Alberobello is a small town of approximately 10,000 people in the region of southern Italy known as Apulia, and is a major tourist destination due to its unique architecture. It lies approximately 35 kilometres directly north of Taranto, on the southern coast. Now a U.N.E.S.C.O. World Heritage Sit... |
| Alghero |
 Alghero is an ancient Catalan fishing port, and today a small coastal resort and tourist harbour of approximately 40,000 inhabitants, which is located in the north-western area of Sardinia. It overlooks the deep blue Mediterranean Sea between the Capo dell’Argentiera in the north, to Torre Poglina ... |
| Amalfi |
 Amalfi is a small and friendly town, home to approximately 7000 inhabitants, and lies approximately 40 kilometres south of Naples, on the west coast of Italy, overlooking the Gulf of Solerno. Founded by the Romans in the 4th century, Amalfi became an important trading harbour and is the oldest of t... |
| Ancona |
 Ancona is the capital city and principal port of the region of Marches, on the central east coast of the Italian Republic. The city juts into the Adriatic Sea on a spur of land that was once a location for an ancient Piceni settlement. Built on two hills with the harbour between them, this shelter... |
| Assisi |
 Assisi is a picturesque town built on the green slopes of Monte Subasio, and is famous for being the birthplace of Saint Francis, Italy’s patron Saint of birds, animals and the environment, and founder of one of the world’s largest monastic orders, the Franciscan Monks. The town is dominated by the... |
| Asti |
 Asti is a historic city known as the ‘city of 100 towers’ and lies on the river plains of the Tanaro River in the Region of Piedmont, north-western Italy, at the centre of an important and notable wine growing region. It is a popular tourist destination as it is well known for its friendly and hosp... |
| Bari |
 Bari is the capital city of the Apulia Region of southern Italy, and is the second major economic area next to Naples. Originally known as a major fishing and sea port, the city has now become a modern industrial centre, and today, although still known as a port, is also a University city and home ... |
| Baveno |
 Baveno is a popular lakeside destination in the region of Piedmont, sometimes called the ‘Lakes District’ which lies in north-western Italy. Located on the western edge of Lake Maggiore, with views over the magnificent Alps and access to the Borromean Archipelago, the township has a vibrant charm a... |
| Bellagio |
 The historic village of Bellagio, which is often referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Lake’, stands on the very edge of Lake Como and is surrounded by the stunning foothills of the Southern Alps. The village is located on a rocky, wooded promontory that lies between the two arms of Lake Como which stre... |
| Bologna |
 Bologna is the capital city of the Emilia-Romagna region, which lies in the northern part of Italy. It is Europe’s oldest University city, with the University of Bologna having been founded in 1088, and originally called the Alma Mater Studiorum, known as the ‘Studio’.
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| Bonassola |
 Bonassola is a small seaside village, home to approximately 1000 people, and lies 2.5 kilometres along the coast, west of Levanto, on the Riviera di Levante, in north-western Italy. The village is composed of well kept multi-coloured houses, set amidst steep coastal hills, overlooking a beautiful b... |
| Brindisi |
 Brindisi lies inland from the coast, on a small promontory between two arms of the sea, the Seno di Levante and the Seno di Ponete, which open into the Adriatic Sea. This city port is a busy fishing and ferry centre and is located in the Apulia Region of southern Italy, and is home to 100,000 peopl... |
| Cagliari |
 The ancient town of Cagliari sits atop a hill overlooking the new much larger city, the coastline and the Gulf of Cagliari. It is the regional capital of Sardinia and with its suburbs is home to approximately 500,000 people, almost a third of the whole islands population of 1.6 million. Today Cagl... |
| Camogli |
 Camogli is a picturesque fishing village that lies on the western slopes of the Portofino Peninsula, on the Riviera di Levante, in Ligure region of north-western Italy. Approximately 30 kilometres east of Genoa, the village is located on a small bay at the end of a valley which opens into Paradise ... |
| Campiglia |
 Campiglia is located in the southern regions of the Cinque Terre, and lies just east of the Cinque Terre National Park, which covers the world famous section of coastline and sea of the Riviera di Levante in north-western Italy. This small rural village lies at 382 metres, a 2 hour walk north of Po... |
| Carrara |
 Carrara is a town of 65,000 residents that lies in the foothills of the Apuan Alps and overlooks the Ligurian Sea in the north-western reaches of the Tuscany region of the Italian Republic. It is world famous for its quarries that produce high quality white marble, used over the years by artists li... |
| Cassino |
 Cassino is a town of approximately 33,000 people that is located in the extreme southern area of the Lazio region of the Italian Republic, on the western part of the Italian Peninsula, between Rome and Naples. The town lies in a valley at the foot of Monte Cairo, close to the confluence of the Rive... |
| Catania |
 Catania is the second largest city on the island of Sicily and is famous for its location at the foot of Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, which over the years has had a huge impact on the city, having caused untold damage via its eruptions, lava flows and ash deposits!! The tow... |
| Como |
 The city of Como is located on the southern edge of Lake Como approximately 40 kilometres north of Milan. Encircled by enchanting hills the town of Como was established by the Romans in 1st century B.C. and today has grown to become a popular tourist destination for its lively and pleasant atmosphe... |
| Corniglia |
 Corniglia is the central and highest village on the Cinque Terre, part of the coast of the Region of Liguria. It has been built on top of a steep, and rocky promontory that falls 100 metres to the sea, which means that if you are walking from the south you will have a series of approximately 400 st... |
| Costa |
| Costa is the largest hamlet of five that make up an old settled area, known as Framura, which includes Anzo, Ravecca, Setta and Costagnola. Some of these hamlets lie on the coast, while others can be located inland. The area of Framura lies approximately 9 kilometres from Levanto, amidst the rugge... |
| Courmayeur |
 Courmayeur (1224 metres) is located at the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in Europe, which is part of the Graian Alpine Range, and lies in the Valle d’Aosta region of north-western Italy. Nicknamed the ‘Pearl of the Alps’, Courmayeur is a picturesque town at the centre of one of Europes ... |
| Enna |
 Perched on top of a gigantic hill lies historic Enna, thought to be one of the original cities actually established by the Sicilians, and still inhabited by Sicilians!! It is located almost in the exact centre of the island, on top of a mountain of approximately 930 metres, and is surrounded by pre... |
| Erice |
 Erice is a small medieval town located in the far north-west of Sicily, overlooking the west coast city of Trapani, the Aegadian Islands and the deep blue Mediterranean Sea. It sits on top of Mount Erice at approximately 750 metres, and retains a wonderful medieval ambiance, with a labyrinth of narr... |
| Florence |
 Straddling the River Arno, Florence is the historic capital of the Tuscany region, which lies on the central west coast of the Italian Republic. Considered to be the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the city is the cultural capital of Tuscany and known for its magnificent art and architecture... |
| Framura |
 Framura lies on the rocky and picturesque coastline of the Riviera di Levante, in the Ligure region of north-west Italy. Not so much a village but a collection of five distinct hamlets of Anzo, Ravecca, Setta, Costa and Castognola, with the area being home to an estimated population of 800 inhabita... |
| Garda |
 The small town of Garda overlooks a delightful bay on the eastern shores of Lake Garda which lies in the foothills of the Southern Alps. Garda is an ancient settlement that was originally a ‘lake town’ having been built on stilts in Lake Garda during the Bronze Age of around 4,000 years ago, eviden... |
| Genoa |
 Genoa is the largest and most important city in Liguria, and considered to be home to the largest medieval centre in Europe, which has a wealth of churches, palaces and museums and an intriguing labyrinth of steep, narrow winding streets with overhanging buildings towering above the pavement!! Birt... |
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| Isle of Capri |
 The Isle of Capri is a small island of 12 square kilometres, and lies approximately 30 kilometres from Naples, just off the coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula on which lies the Amalfi Coast. This steep sided, mountainous and rocky island is a popular holiday destination, with people attracted by its... |
| Italian Lakes District |
 The Italian Lakes District is a large area of outstanding natural beauty which consists of a collection of nearly 300 lakes that lie mostly in the rugged, pre-alpine foothills of the Southern Alps, and covers four regions of northern Italy. This lakeland area is a major tourist attraction and is ho... |
| La Spezia |
 Located in the southern area of the Liguria region of north-west Italy, La Spezia can be found at the head of the Gulf of La Spezia, which is one of the deepest and best protected bays on the Italian coast. Chosen as a site for a navy arsenal in the 19th century, the city has grown to be home to 95... |
| Lemmen |
| Lemmen is an uninhabited, small village that lies inland from Riomaggiore on the coastline of the Cinque Terre area of the Riviera di Levante, in the Ligurian Region of north-west Italy. It is accessed by a good bridle path from Riomaggiore which leads from the village and rises past the 13th centu... |
| Levanto |
 Levanto is a small seaside town of 6000 people, and lies approximately 60 kilometres south-east of Genoa, on the Riviera di Levante, which is in the region of Liguria in the north-west of Italy. Levanto is located inside the Cinque Terre National Park, and is considered to be the ‘door’ to the extr... |
| Limone sul Garda |
 Limone sul Garda is a village of just over 1,000 residents which is located on the western shores of Lake Garda in the Lombardy region of northern Italy. The village stands approximately 10 kilometres south of Riva del Garda, and is one of the most important tourist resorts on the lake being consid... |
| Lucca |
 Lucca lies on an area of flat land called the Plains of Lucca, which are located in north-western Tuscany in the Italian Republic. Famous for its complete medieval city walls, Lucca is one of the five historical ‘Cities of Art’ that Tuscany is known for!! The city walls and ramparts have preserved... |
| Manarola |
 Manarola is the second, and delightfully rural village along the pathway of the Cinque Terre, as you walk north from Riomaggiore. Dating from the 13th century, the village is built on a cliff that tumbles down a steep rock face to a small harbour, the buildings seem to merge into one another to for... |
| Mantua |
 An ancient settlement established approximately 2000 years ago by prehistoric man, Mantua lies in a tranquil setting, surrounded by the river and man made lake systems of the Mincio River, in the Lombardy region of Italy. Considered one of the areas most appealing locations, Mantua was once prized... |
| Menaggio |
 Menaggio is an ancient walled village dating from the Roman period, and lies half way up the western coast of Lake Como directly opposite the tiny village of Varenna. This small town is home to only 3,100 inhabitants and lies on a small promontory which is backed by steep hills, and is comprised of... |
| Milan |
 Milan is located on the plains of the River Po in the region of Lombardy in northern Italy, and is the country’s powerhouse, being the hub of the wealthy and productive north!! It is the largest city in Italy at 7.4 million, and the economic and business heart of the nation. Although Rome is the c... |
| Mondello |
 Mondello is a beachfront town which is located in the north-west area of Sicily. It lies approximately 12 kilometres almost due north of Palermo, the regional capital of Sicily, and is considered to be the place that citizens of the city go to enjoy the Lido on hot summer’s days!! Once a fishing v... |
| Monreale |
 Monreale lies on the outer southern suburbs of Palermo, regional capital of Sicily, which lies in the north-western area of the island. The town is located on the slopes of Mount Caputo, which overlooks the city of Palermo and the beautiful and fertile valley of Conca d’Oro, the Golden Shell, famed... |
| Montecatini Terme |
 Montecatini Terme is a spa city and summer resort in the Tuscany Region of Italy, and lies approximately 30 kilometres east of Lucca at the foot of the Pistoian Mountains. It is famous for its health spas, springs and thermal baths which have developed into nine fully serviced resorts.
The origina... |
| Monterosso |
 Monterossa al Mare is a village of 1600 people and is the most northerly village in the Cinque Terre, which is a section of coastline in the southern area of the Riviera di Levante. Monterosso boasts the only extensive sand and pebble beach on the Cinque Terre coast, and is famous for its salted an... |
| Naples |
 Naples is a big, bustling city and capital of the region known as Campania, and is located on the south-west coast of the Italian Republic, and is home to approximately 1 million energetic, excitable people. The city is the third largest city in Italy, next to Rome and Milan, and is rich in history... |
| Orte |
 The hill town of Orte is a small town of 8000 residents that lies in the Tiber Valley approximately 60 kilometres north of Rome in the Region of Lazio, and is surrounded by vineyards, oak forests and sunflower fields. The town is a historic centre, having been established by the Etruscans in the 6t... |
| Orvieto |
 Orvieta is a UNESCO World Heritage site and lies on a plateau of volcanic rock which reaches to 150 metres and is surrounded by the undulating hills of central Italy in the Region of Umbria. The town was originally established by the Etruscans and contains remarkable architectural and engineering w... |
| Padua |
 The ancient city of Padua stands on the Bacchiglione River and borders the Brent River to the north, and is located in the north-eastern area of the Italian Republic just 30 kilometres west of Venice. The boundaries of the ancient Roman and the medieval walled-town of Padua was determined by the t... |
| Palermo |
 Dotted with beautiful churches, palaces and archaeological remains, Palermo is an attractive and historical city. Some say, Palermo has the highest number of ancient monuments in Sicily, all of which date from the 8th century B.C. and which make the city an important tourist destination. Once call... |
| Pavia |
 Pavia is a city of approximately 71,500 residents and lies in the south western area of the Lombardy region of Italy, 35 kilometres south of Milan. It is an ancient city, once known as the city of a hundred towers, it is today known for the Visconti Castle, the old University of Pavia, and its prox... |
| Perugia |
 Perugia is one of Italy’s internationally renowned cities, and its all due to its chocolate!! Perugina’s ‘Baci’ is widely exported becoming almost a household word around the world, making the town a must see destination for chocolate lovers!! Perugia is well known for the annual Chocolate Festiva... |
| Piazza Armerina |
 Piazza Armerina is located in the central area of the island of Sicily, being only 35 kilometres south of the historic fortress city of Enna, which they claim is the centre of the island!! Home to approximately 21,000 residents, the town is famous for its proximity to the Villa del Casale, the Roma... |
| Pisa |
 Pisa lies approximately 80 kilometres west of Florence in the Tuscany region of Italy. It is one of the world’s famous locations being home to the historic Tower of Pisa, better known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa!!
Located at the mouth of the Arno River, Pisa was once a historic port long before i... |
| Pompeii |
 Present day Pompeii is a small suburban town which lies south of Naples in the Campania region of southern Italy. Its main claim to fame is the fact it lies next door to the historic Roman site of the ruins of old Pompeii, the world’s finest Roman city ruin!! This archaeological site is now a Worl... |
| Portofino |
 Portofino is considered to be one of Italys’ premiere seaside resort towns of the Riviera di Levante, and lies just 35 kilometres south-east of Genoa, in the region of Liguria. Located on the south-eastern tip of the picturesque, unspoilt Portofino Peninsula, the village lies in a narrow cove and i... |
| Portovenere |
 Portovenere lies on the southern extremity of the Riviera di Levant, overlooking the island of Palmaria, it is located in the Ligurian region of north-west Italy. Famous since Roman times for its natural beauty, this small town of 4000 has had a rigorous history having been subjected to Roman, Byza... |
| Rapallo |
 Rapallo is a captivating coastal resort town of approximately 30,000 residents, and lies in a sweep of a beautiful harbour overlooked by a medieval castle, and backed by steep hills. It has a gracious seafront promenade which is busy at most times of the day, as Rapallo is a popular seaside destina... |
| Ravenna |
 Ravenna is an ancient town of 149,000 residents, located near the Adriatic coast of Emilia-Romagna, a region in the northern parts of Italy. The old town which is renowned for its early Byzantine and Christian religious buildings with their precious mosaics, which have been added to the UNESCO Worl... |
| Riomaggiore |
 Riomaggiore is the most southerly village on the Cinque Terre coast, which lies in the Region of Liguria in northern Italy. Overlooking the Gulf of Genoa, the village of 1800 people is bustling and prosperous, and built in a narrow gully which runs down to the sea, where a small harbour is located.... |
| Riva del Garda |
 Riva del Garda lies amidst the rocky alpine hills of the Trentino-Alto Adige region, and is nestled on the north-western tip of Lake Garda and is recognised as one of the most popular recreational resorts on the lake. It is a delightful, historic town of 15,000 people, which not long ago was a fish... |
| Rome |
 Legend has it that Rome was founded on the Palatine Hill on April 21st 753 B.C. by Romulus, who became the first King of Rome. Later as the town grew it encompassed other population centres that had grown on the surrounding hills, and the ‘City of Seven Hills’ was created. The town grew into the f... |
| San Gimignano |
 Set atop a hill in the area of Val d’Elsa is one of Tuscany’s best preserved medieval walled cities, San Gimignano, which lies approximately 55 kilometres south-west of Florence. Famous for its 14 historic towers the tallest of which reaches 54 metres into the sky, the city retains its old defensiv... |
| San Marino |
 The town of San Marino is the ancient capital of The Serene Republic of San Marino, Europes oldest republic, founded in 301 A.D. Today it is home to approximately 4,500 residents, and is a major tourist attraction, considering its size, with an estimated 3.3 million visitors per year!!
San Marin... |
| Santa Margherita Ligure |
 Santa Margherita Ligure is a seaside town of approximately 10,000 people, and lies 35 kilometres south-east of Genoa. Situated on the scenic Riviera di Levante on the eastern coast of the beautiful Portofino Peninsula, the town lies directly north of Portofino. ‘Santa’ has a long maritime history an... |
| Siena |
 Siena is a historic hilltop town established during the Etruscan civilisation, and is located approximately 80 kilometres south of Florence in the Tuscan region of the Italian Republic. It is a vibrant university city of 55,000 residents, and has been made famous by its authentic medieval buildings... |
| Sirmione |
 The historic town of Sirmione can be found in the southern waters of Lake Garda which lies in the Lombardy region of northern Italy. The town is located at the end of a four kilometre long, narrow peninsula which extends from the southern shores of the lake. This location has been a popular resort... |
| Sorrento |
 Sorrento is a vibrant and lively town located on the cliff tops of the northern coast of the Sorrentine Peninsular, south of Naples. The town overlooks the city of Naples, the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. A major tourist destination due to its strategic location, the city is within easy dist... |
| Stresa |
 Stresa is a small lakeside town in the region of Piedmont, and is located on the western shore of Lake Maggiore, which is the most westerly of the large pre-alpine lakes of northern Italy. Home to approximately 5000 residents, the town is a popular holiday destination and conference centre, which i... |
| Syracuse |
 Located on the south eastern coast of Sicily, Syracuse is one of the island’s ancient cities, able to trace its history back to a Greek settlement established in the 8th century B.C. during the Golden Age of the Greek Empire. Once called ‘the greatest Greek city and the most beautiful of them all’,... |
| Taormina |
 Located on the rugged, picturesque coastline of north eastern Sicily, you will find Taormina, the island’s legendary resort town. It sits on a plateau amongst the steep slopes of Mount Tauro overlooking the Ionian Sea and has awesome panoramic sea and mountain vistas able to capture the inspiring M... |
| Tirano |
 Tirano is a small alpine-valley town of approximately 9000 residents that lies in the Valtelline Valley, in the northern region of Lombardy above the Italian Lakes District. Lake Como is fed by the waters from the River Adda which passes through Tirano, and enters the lake at Colico. The town stan... |
| Tremezzo |
 The lakeside village is Tremezzo is located approximately 20 kilometres north of Como on the Tremezzina coast which lies on the western side of Lake Como. Tremezzo is a small village of only 1,300 residents, and has a classic lakeside promenade from which it is possible to catch ferry services to B... |
| Turin |
 Turin is the capital and powerhouse of the Piedmont Region which lies in the north-western area of the Italian Republic, and borders France and Switzerland. This region of peaks, valleys and river plains, creates a scenic backdrop for Turin which lies mostly on the west bank of the River Po, and is... |
| Varenna |
 Varenna is a tiny village of less than 900 residents and is located on the east coast of Lake Como just across the lake from Bellagio and directly opposite Menaggio. Built on a small promontory at the foot of a mountain Varenna is a quiet, medieval community which may just be the most picturesque v... |
| Venice |
 Venice is the capital of the Veneto Region of the Italian Republic, and is located within the Venetian Lagoon which is on the Adriatic coastline in the north-eastern part of the country. The city is one of the world’s great tourist destinations and is on everybody’s list of places to visit!! Well ... |
| Vernazza |
 Vernazza is the fourth village on the Cinque Terre, as you follow the trails north from Riomaggiore. It is considered by some to be the prettiest village has been built on the edge of a rocky promontory which itself creates a sheltered harbour, capable of berthing up to 200 boats. The village is o... |
| Verona |
 Verona is one of Italy’s best preserved historic cities, and with so many great buildings from so many phases of its long and varied history, the city has been named an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located in a bend of the River Adige on the Plains of Verona, the city lies in the Region of Veneto in... |
| Vicenza |
 Vicenza is a small town of 120,000 residents that lies in the Veneto region of northern Italy, approximately 60 kilometres west of Venice. It lies in the green Venetian lowlands surrounded by the Berici Hills, at the junction of the Bacchiglione and the Retrone Rivers. This ancient town is noted f... |
| Villasimius |
 Villasimius is a very popular summer destination, famous for its proximity to the beaches, wide open bays and crystal clear waters that surround the promontory of Cape Carbonara, which projects due south from the village. This picturesque promontory with its rocky shores and pink granite headlands ... |
| Campania |
| Campania is a region in the south of Italy, and lies on the south-west coast facing the Tyrrhenian Sea, and is home to an estimated 6 million people. The region is backed by the Apennine Mountain Range in central Italy, and has remarkable fertile coastal plains of rich phosphorous and potash soils,... |
| Emilia-Romagna |
| Emilia-Romagna is a region of northern Italy which almost crosses the Italian Peninsula where it joins the rest of Europe. The region runs from the Adriatic Sea which lies to the east, across the peninsula to join the Ligure Region in the west, the northern boundary is the River Po, and the souther... |
| Lazio |
| Lazio is a region of the Italian Republic, located on the central western coastline of the Italian Peninsula, facing the Tyrrhenian Sea. Well known for being the home of Rome, the capital, the region has a population of approximately 5.3 million, which is roughly 10% of the whole countrys’ populati... |
| Liguria |
| Liguria is the third smallest region in the Italian Republic and lies on a coastal strip in the north-west of the country, facing the Ligurian Sea. The region is a narrow semi-circular area of coastline, from 7 to 35 kilometres wide, approximately 240 kilometres long, and has its capital at Genoa. ... |
| Lombardy |
| Lombardy is one of Italy’s popular tourist destinations, having a diverse range of attractions from the upbeat modern capital of Milan, home to such awe inspiring historic buildings such as the Gothic, Milan Cathedral, and famous works of art such as Michelangelo’s ‘Last Supper’, to the beautiful It... |
| Marche |
| The region of Marches (Le Marche) lies along the beautiful coastline of the Adriatic Sea, in the central area of the Italian Republic. Running between the region of Emilia-Romagna and the enclave of San Marino which lie to the north, to Lazio and Abruzzo, which lie to the south, the region is home ... |
| Piedmont |
| Piedmont, means ‘foot of the mountain’, which aptly describes this north-western region of the Italian Republic. A border region of peaks and valleys, Piedmont shares borders with France and Switzerland, it is surrounded on three sides by the Alps and has a fertile lowland area, which is home to so... |
| Puglia |
| Apulia (also known as Puglia in Italian) is the most easterly part of the Italian Republic, and is a region in the south-east of the country. Apulia consists of a coastal strip of land with the Adriatic Sea to the east, the Ionian Sea to the south, and the huge Gulf of Taranto which lies in the ‘ar... |
| Sardinia |
| Sardinia is a unique and ancient land, known by the visitor for its extraordinary tourist areas, interesting and fascinating culture, friendly people and gastronomic delights. The entire island offers unspoilt, natural beauty from its white sand beaches, rocky cliffs, and picturesque coastline surr... |
| Sicily |
| The Region of Sicily is a group of islands which consists of the main Island of Sicily and several other smaller islands that lie within the Mediterranean Sea and are located at the south-western tip of the foot of the Italian peninsula. Being at the centre of the Mediterranean Sea the islands are ... |
| Trentino-Alto Adige |
| Trentino-Alto Adige is a region of spectacular beauty, comprised of the rocky pinnacles of the Dolomites to soft alpine valleys, from glaciers and rushing mountain streams to the gentle lapping waters of Lake Garda, from Tyrolean farmhouses, onion domed churches and medieval villages to dominating c... |
| Tuscany |
| Tuscany is a region of the Italian Republic and lies on the central west coast facing the Tyrrhenian Sea. The region is known world wide for its arts, culture, historic towns and cities, architecture, festivals, scenic beauty, food, wine, friendly people, fresh air and sparkling sunshine!! It is o... |
| Umbria |
| Umbria is a landlocked region located in central Italy, and is sandwiched between the regions of Tuscany to the west, Marches to the east and Lazio to the south. The capital city is Perugia, with a population of approximately 160,000, which lies almost in the centre of the region. The terrain is c... |
| Valle d'Aosta |
| Once known as the ‘Crossroads of Europe’, the Valle d’Aosta, sometimes called the Aosta Valley, is one of the most beautiful regions in the Italian Republic, where you can find idyllic landscapes of majestic mountains, lakes, woodlands and enchanting valleys. Home to traditional villages, Gothic an... |
| Veneto |
| The Veneto Region, sometimes called Venetia, is located in the north-eastern area of the Italian Republic, and lies between the Alps and the Adriatic Sea, and is home to an estimated 4.7 million residents. The whole region is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations for people interes... |
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Mercure Bologna Centro
Bologna
 |  The Mercure Bologna Centro hotel is located opposite the central train station and close to the historic city centre, 10 minutes' drive from the exhibition centre and the airport.
The hotel offers 244 rooms with all the comforts and services expected in a 4-star hotel, including three non-smoking ... |
Roseo Hotel
Assisi
|  The Roseo Hotel is perched on a hill 500 metres above sea level and has panoramic views across Assisi and the Umbrian valley. There is a free shuttle bus to the town centre which is five minutes away. There is a lovely Wellness Centre with a heated swimming pool and sauna. The hotel's restaurant ... |
ESH - Executive Style Hotel
Rome
|  The hotel is located in a former 17th century monastery and is just 3 km from the Vatican City. It has a stylish, modern, interior with warm tones. The metro stations of Cornelia and Baldo degli Ubaldi are approximately 1 km away and buses stop nearby for the city centre. The hotel provides a bu... |
Hotel Giotto
Assisi
 | Hotel Giotto is situated just 300 metres from the Basilica of St. Francis. It was built on the site of an old monastery and is one of the oldest and famous sites in Assisi. |
Dioscuri Bay Palace Hotel
Agrigento
|  Dioscuri Bay Palace overlooks the sea and harbour in San Leone. The hotel offers rooms with a balcony, some with sea views and all are airconditioned and soundproofed. There are three restaurants which serve a delicious mix of Sicilian and international cuisine made from the freshest, seasonal ing... |
Savoia & Jolanda Hotel
Venice
|  This charming and intimate hotel is located in the historical centre of Venice, overlooking the Grand Canal and close to St Mark's Square. It enjoys a truly unforgettable view of Saint Mark's Basin and the Island of San Giorgio. The hotel has been recently renovated and offers guests a truly Venet... |
Hilton Florence Metropole Hotel
Florence
|  The hotel is approximately 4 km from the International airport and there is a free shuttle which takes ten minutes to Florence's main attractions. It is a modern property and is decorated to blend classic contemporary style with functional design and discreet elegance. The hotel is well suited for... |
NH Anglo American Hotel
Florence
|  The NH Anglo American hotel in Florence is set in a quiet yet central location in the city, between the Lungarno area and Borgo Ognissanti. The classically-styled hotel preserves all of its unique original features and reflects a fascinating age of the city.
The NH Anglo American hotel's décor boas... |
NH Laguna Palace Hotel
Venice
|  The NH Laguna Palace is situated outside of the main centre of Venice, and public buses stop at about 800 metres from the hotel. It has a modern, contemporary design with a transparent glass roof linking the two buildings together and with a marina in the centre. The restaurant serves Italian and ... |
Grand Hotel Beverly Hills Rome
Rome
|  The hotel is located in the Parioli neighbourhood with easy connections to the centre of Rome. the famous Villa Borghese park is just around the corner, as is Via Veneto, the Galleria Nazionale D'Arte Moderna and Renzo Piano's futuristic Auditorium Parco della Musica.
The Ristorante Mascagni and... |
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Chianti Region Wine Tasting Half-Day Trip
Wine Tour
Florence |  Combine wine-tasting and a country drive through magnificent Tuscan landscapes on an afternoon excursion to Chianti. This popular Tuscan region is universally acclaimed for its classic wines and natural beauty. You'll discover a magical world of woods alternating with vines and olive trees, Romanesq... |
Ancient Rome and Colosseum Half-Day Walking Tour
Walking
Rome |  On this walking tour of Ancient Rome, you will be entitled skip the queues for the Colosseum and Palatine Hill and in just three hours you'll receive enlightening insights into Rome's millennia of history. Perfect for first-time visitors, this guided morning tour is the ideal introduction to Ancient... |
Rome Walking Tour and Cooking Class
Walking
Rome |  Calling all history and food lovers! Get the most out of your vacation in Rome with the Roman City Walking Tour and Cooking Class. Experience Rome’s history, art and culture with a guided walking tour of the Eternal City followed by a small-group Italian cooking class! Your day begins with a large-g... |
Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Cha
Walking
Rome |  This tour is conducted by an official Vatican Tour Guide and is well worth the time and money., The tour takes you through the most significant cultural and religious areas of the Vatican Museums. You will see the Pio Clementino Museum (classical antiquity), the Gallery of the Candelabras, the Gall... |
Venice Photography Walking Tour
Photography
Venice |  For something a little different to do in Venice, try a photography walking tour. Get to move around Venice not as tourist but as a Venetian. You will also learn how to approach people and capture the spontaneous emotions, expressions and interactions among people that tell the story of Venice and t... |
Venice Walking Tour and Gondola Ride
Walking
Venice |  Take a guided walking tour of Venice and admire its hidden treasures nestled amid its squares, bridges and narrow streets. Prepare to be enchanted by the world’s most romantic city as you wander through its picturesque cobblestone alleyways and enjoy a gondola ride through the Grand Canal.
After me... |
Rome City Bike Tour
Cycling
Rome |  Enjoy the best of Rome on a four-hour bike tour with a local guide. Cycle through Rome, discovering its ancient monuments, fancy shopping streets, beautiful churches and fountains. The tour route will provide a reminiscent view of Rome's main attractions, plus some hidden squares and little alleys t... |
Cinque Terre Hiking Day Trip
Walking
Florence |  The only way to truly experience the magic of the beautiful rugged coast of the Cinque Terre is to hike!
Led by our knowledgeable guides, trek scenic, ancient trails, wander up through the terraced vineyards and olive groves, all along the spectacular coastline of the true Italian Riviera.
We depa... |
Venice Ghost Walking Tour
Sightseeing
Venice |  Venice by night is a place of romance and mystery - and the ghosts of the past! This ghost walking tour takes you on a journey through the hidden Venice, and tells the tale of six intriguing ghost stories that will bring a chill to the night's air! In addition to hearing ghost stories and legends, y... |
Small-Group Milan Walking Tour with 'Last Supper'
Walking
Milan |  Discover Milan's must-see attractions on this comprehensive small group walking tour. Your half-day walking tour includes skip-the-line viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s famous painting 'The Last Supper'. You will also discover why Milan is one of the top fashion cities in the world, explore the impres... |
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