Destination of the Month
Italy
Welcome to Italy a land of culture, art, and history, with 60.6 million inhabitants, it is the fifth most populous country in Europe.
Enjoy stark Alpine peaks in the north, the Apennine Mountains, olive groves and vineyards of Italy’s heart, and the warm waters, volcanic islands and Mediterranean lifestyle of the south.
In Italy's capital, Rome you'll admire St. Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, cross the Tiber River to the Forum and Circus Maximus an ancient Roman chariot racing stadium.
Let us introduce you to the City of Love…Venice, immerse yourself in beauty along the Grand Canal, lined with more than 170 buildings some dating back to as early as the 13th Century.
Drift through the canals on a gondola serenade to St Mark's Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica….Cupid reigns supreme here.
Italy rivals France as a centre for fashion and design with names like Prada, Fendi, Armani, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana. Florence is the place for gold jewellery and beautiful leather goods. When in Rome, look for silk blouses, scarves and ties, fine knitwear and costume jewellery.
Delve into Northern France when on a clear day you can see the White Cliffs of Dover, discover prehistoric cave art in the Dordogne or simply get lost in the Garden of France as you walk along the banks of the river spanning the Loire Valley.
In Venice, you’ll find Murano glass and porcelain carnival masks, while local embroidery can be very tempting.
Italy makes for the experience of a lifetime.
Discover more of Italy on the following tours: Best of Italy, Italian Vogue, Italian Intermezzo and many more!
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