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Piano Grande, Sibillini National Park, Umbria, Italy
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Umbria

Known as Italy’s ‘green heart’ and a beautiful region that is full of hill towns, cliffside castles and stunning mountain scenery.

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Located in central Italy, this lovely region is often overlooked for neighbouring Tuscany. But it shouldn’t be – with vineyards, olive groves and mountains, it has plenty of scenery to rival its neighbour.

Beautiful view of the ancient town of Assisi with dramatic cloudscape in golden evening light, Umbri
Assisi, Italy

Little-known magic

There is a wide choice of pretty hill towns, from Perugia to Norcia, for those seeking a more outdoors experience. Combined with the delicious cuisine for which this region is famed, Umbria is a wonderful alternative to Tuscany.

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It’s all here. Things to see and do, places to explore and moments to discover.

Beautiful view of the ancient town of Assisi with dramatic cloudscape in golden evening light, Umbri
 

Assisi

Visit the medieval town of Assisi with its many beautiful churches.

Perugia, Umbria, Italy
 

Chocolate Tasting

Sample some of the country’s best chocolate in Perugia.

Truffle Hunting, Tuscany, Italy
 

Truffle Hunting

Go truffle hunting in Umbria, an ancient tradition where locals collect black truffles to then eat or sell.

Old town, Perugia, Umbria, Italy
 

Perugia

Explore this city on foot, home to cathedrals, palaces and a wonderful medieval centre.

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Puglia’s Cathedrals and Coastlines
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Amalfi Coast Private Yacht Charter
Cruise the stunning Amalfi Coastline on board your private catamaran, exploring dramatic hillside villages, secluded bays and idyllic islands all the while receiving a first-class sailing experience.
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Wildlife Tracking in the Apennines
Join expert nature guides to explore the rugged wilderness of Italy’s central Apennine Mountains. Set camera traps, follow bear and wolf tracks and learn about conservation efforts to protect the wildlife. Stay in picturesque villages, home to traditional cultures and…
8 days from £3,695pp
Mountain goat (chamois) sat on cliffs edge with rolling green mountainsides in background.
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Self Drive Italy – Discover Authentic Sicily
Sicily, the largest island in the Med with Mount Etna dominating much of its skyline, is an incredibly beautiful and alluring destination. Discover the highlights at your own pace with a self-drive holiday to Italy.
9 days from £3,445pp
Greek Roman Theater with Etna erupting, Taormina, Sicily, Italy
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Italy – The Cultural Highlights
This journey through Italy is the perfect choice for a first-time visit, taking in the cultural highlights of Rome, Florence, Verona and Milan. Explore these iconic cities in the company of expert guides, delving into their rich layers of art,…
10 days from £4,995pp
Florence Dome Covered in Snow
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Winter Wolf Tracking – The Apennines
This seven-day winter itinerary to Italy explores the extraordinary social life of wolves, along the paths and valleys of national parks. Against a backdrop of remarkable mountain scenery, gain an understanding of the complex coexistence of these carnivores with experts…
7 days from £2,995pp
Three wolves walking up snow covered, rocky mountainside.
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Puglia’s Cathedrals and Coastlines
A wonderful journey through the heritage, gastronomy and coast of the south eastern region of Puglia. 
10 days from £5,995pp
Alberobello, Puglia, Italy
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Amalfi Coast Private Yacht Charter
Cruise the stunning Amalfi Coastline on board your private catamaran, exploring dramatic hillside villages, secluded bays and idyllic islands all the while receiving a first-class sailing experience.
8 days from £5,000pp
Ombre Blu 3, Naples, Italy
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