CORTONA

do you remember “Under the Tuscan sun”?
Cortona is a small medieval village perched up on a pitoresque hill and enclosed by the ancient Etruscan city wall.
Here in Cortona you will enjoy a splendid view of the Valdichiana and Trasimeno lake. The symbol of Cortona is the town hall and among its several attractions you will find the Annunciation of Fra Angelico at the Diocesan Museum, The MAEC (Museum of the Etruscan Academy) in which the tabula Cortonensis is kept. There are also many Etruscan exhibitions. Don’t miss out the Fortress of Girifalco built for military purposes, the Sanctuary of Santa Margherita, patron saint of the city. Do not miss the Franciscan Hermitage “Le Celle”, the first convent built by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1211, where today a small community of friars live, here it is possible to visit the small cell where Saint Francis slept.
In the area of ​​Cortona are also produced excellent DOC wines. In Valdichiana we also breed Chianina, one of the oldest and most prestigious Italian cattle breeds.

COMACCHIO

“the” little Venice ” an enchanting lagoon town: it is polite and genuine.
Comacchio is very close to the Adriatic sea in Romagna and it’s famous for its canals. A treasure of natural beauty and historical testimony, Comacchio, today considered the capital of the Po Delta Park, is a small town that is born and lives between land and water.

SAN MARINO

One of the oldest republics in the world, San Marino has retained much of its ancient architecture. This indipendent state is located on the slopes of Mount Titano and known for the medieval old town surrounded by walls and cobbled streets. On the three peaks of the mountain there are the three towers, fortresses dating back to the eleventh century.

PORTOFINO

”And suddenly, raising from a hidden cove, of olive trees and chestnut trees. A small village, Portofino, stretches like a moon arch around this calm basin. We slowly cross the narrow passage that unites the sea with this magnificent natural harbor, and we go towards the amphitheater of the houses, surrounded by a forest of a mighty and fresh green, and everything is reflected in the mirror of calm waters, where some boats seem to sleep fishing”.

Guy de Maupassant 1889

MONTERIGGIONI

founded in 13th century by the Republic of Siena to protect its territory from the rival Florence. Monteriggioni is mentioned in Dante’s Inferno and compared to the gate (the well in the main square) leading to Lucifer garded by giants (its great towers).

SAN GIMIGNANO

A unique place in the world charcterized by its medieval towers. This town will take you back with your imagination to the Middle Ages. One of the must-see places when you visit Tuscany and the homeland of the famous Vernaccia wine and “zafferano” (saffron)!

MONTALCINO

Is a picturesque town perched on a hill recognizeable for its impressive fortress! Montalcino is also an important wine region, whose wine is known around the world with the name of Brunello!

MONTEPULCIANO

Also is a picturesque city with a long history.Its Etruscan cellars are still visible today”.Alson fascinating is the beautiful Piazza Grande and its white Palazzo Pubblico. This is the home of the “Nobile”, one of the best red wines of Tuscany!

PIENZA

Placed right at the centre of the beautiful Valdorcia region, Pienza is a small town with a great history. “Corsignano”, as it was called, was destined to be the most beautiful city of the Renaissance but things did not go as well as Pope Piccolomini had thought.. Here you can appreciate one of the best Italian cheeses, the “pecorino di Pienza”.

VOLTERRA

Is of Etruscan origin, Volterra rises high in the centre of Tuscany and is famous for the production of alabaster. In its characteristic historical centre you will see important monuments like the Palazzo dei Priori and the baptistery. Enjoy the endless views from the hight of the panoramic view points.

ASSISI

The homeland of St. Francis and St. Clare, a destination for pilgrimage but also an important centre of art. Here you will be amazed by the frescoes of the basilica portraying the stories of Saint Francis.

SIENA

Charming medieval town, rich of history and traditions. Siena stood the test of time. Gothic is the style and Palio is its language! The famous horse race representing the 17 historical Contrads of the centre facing each others in a competitions you’ve never seen before.
Cakes here are superb: Panforte, Ricciarelli, Cavallucci.
Siena is home to the oldest bank in the world, dating back to 1472 and still active today.

AREZZO

Arezzo was one of the major Etruscan lucumonies and later became a strategically important Roman center, rich in monuments – including the Amphitheater (of which important remains remain). The city of the “brigand in love”: The story of Federigo Bobini, called Gnicche “il Brigante Aretino”.
In Arezzo you can see frescoes by Piero della Francesca and the house where Giorgio Vasari was born as well as beautiful churches such as Pieve di Santa Maria and Basilica of San Domenico.
In September the famous Piazza Grande becomes the scene of the Giostra del Saracino, a knightly tournament of medieval origins.

LUCCA

the famous wall surrounding Lucca wil accompany you in this visit to a authentic jewel, This is the city of the “100 churches”! Puccini was born anf lived here, the most proliphic Opera composer of all times. Here had its head quarter Queen Elisa, the sister of Napoleon! Along the “Via Francigena”, an important pilgrimage route, Lucca was an economical and artistic centre whose charming past will fascinate you today.

PISA

Known worldwide for the Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli, Pisa boasts a thousand-year history (the name of the city dates back to Etruscan times and alludes to the nearby “mouth of the Arno”). It reached its peak at the time of the Maritime Republics
Home to one of the oldest universities of Italy where Galileo studied and taught!
Here you’ll come across the church of Santa Maria della Spina or the Scuola Normale in Piazza dei Cavalieri or the Palazzo Blu exhibitions.
A good time to visit the city is the month of June, during which Pisa offers many characteristic events, the well-known Luminara, the Palio di San Ranieri, the Gioco del Ponte and the evocative Regatta of the Ancient Maritime Republics, an ancient tradition of the Pisan Republic that has been reviving since 1956 in a competition that sees the boats of the ancient republics face each other on the Arno every 4 years.

VENICE

City of art that can be visited from Florence in one day. Famous for its canals and elegant Architecture its all giving you a unique feeling, from some ealier time. The cathedral of San Marco with its treasures and the adjacent Palazzo Ducale are simply beautiful.
In Venice there is famous permanent exhibition of contemporary art, the Biennale which among other things is also one of the most important film festivals in the world.

BOLOGNA

”la dotta, la grassa e la rossa”, “the learned, the fat and the red” this is the nick name given to the homeland of Tortellini, the “Ragù alla Bolognese”(bolognese sauce) and Lamborghini as well as Maserati cars.. shall I continue? The oldest University in Europe is in Bologna! Be fascinated by a city that still does not live out of tourism, a “real” city full of history. The cathedral of San Pietro or the fountain of Neptune by Giambologna are some of its artistic treasures. Did you know that Bologna also has its leaning tower? It is called Garisenda and is next to the Asinelli tower, a 100 meter tall structure from which you will enjoy a breathtaking view.

MILAN

The big city, one of the most incredible places in Italy. Famous for fashion, business and factories, this city is considered the “Moral Capital of Italy”. This is were the riots and politacal movements happened to make a unified Italy, Its was the centre for the intellectuals but alsothe birth place of Italian politics. Not only that, Milan is also a beautiful city of art: here is the most important collection of the “da Vinci Codes” in the great Sforzesco Castle, in MilanIt houses the Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci and has the most complete Gothic cathedral in Italy, The theater Della Scala ( is of great importance for the Italian Lirica), the elegant Galleria del Corso and the Navigli (typical Milanese canals).

PARMA

Who has not heard of Parma Ham or “Parmigiano” cheese? Did you know that the great Giuseppe Verdi was born nearby? Parma is one of the few “non-tourist” destinations in Italy. Small and welcoming, this city is an authentic pearl of beauty and elegance. The cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and its baptistery are unique in their beauty, its quiet streets and its cuisine will take you into a new dimension of culinary heaven

MODENA

Home of Ferrari and Not forgetting the name Maserati But even more famous is Modena’s Balsamic Vinegar won of the most well know food products in the world This Medium size city has put Italy on the map of the Modern world . With a short visit you can see the Ferrari factory and a balsamic cellar, without forgetting the fabulous historic centre of Modena and its cathedral.

RAVENNA

The city of mosaics! Ravenna is a sleeping city with a great history full of little jewels being its churches. Inside each of them, in fact, we find mosaics from the Byzantine era of great beauty that still impress us today for their quality and for the sparkling colors.

FERRARA

You will never see so many bicicles in any other Italian city! Here time has a particular rhythm dictated by the wheels of the many cyclists. At the centre of this city is the Estense Castle which still preserves the original moat! The beautiful cathedral of San Giorgio and the Palazzo dei Diamanti (gallery of paintings) will impress you with their unicity.?

ROME

“Roma caput mundi” .City of the world, as the Latins used to say. A city that does not need to be described, here you can see the remains of an empire that has laid the foundations for the Western culture. The “roman law”, the civil architecture, the professional army, the very street concept, are some of the legacies that the Romans have handed down to us. Here you can see the Colosseum and the Imperial Forum, stroll through the streets to discover Fontana di Trevi, the Pantheon, the churches amongst which a special place is for San Pietro and the Vatican with its fabulous museums.

PERUGIA

Famous for the “Perugina” chocolates, this town is also known for its defensive walls that surround the historic centre. The Palazzo dei Priori, Dates back from the Middle Ages, and is home to an important collection of Umbrian art. Its Gothic cathedral, overlooking Piazza IV Novembre, houses frescoes and paintings from the Renaissance period. At the centre of the square is the beautiful Fontana Maggiore.

GENOA

Important Maritime Republic, its ships were recognized by the “cross of St. George” waiving over the mast. Home to Christopher Columbus but also to Giuseppe Mazzini (Risorgimento ideologist). Its most striking monument is undoubtedly the high tower of the Lanterna (light house). In the historic centre is the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, Built in the Romanesque style with a black and white striped façade and frescoed interiors. Narrow streets lead to monumental squares like the Piazza de Ferrari, with its characteristic bronze fountain and the Carlo Felice opera house.