Three Days in Valle d'Aosta: Castles and Alpine Peaks
A practical three-day itinerary in Valle d'Aosta, from valley-floor castles to the high peaks of Monte Bianco and the trails of Gran Paradiso.
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4-day eastern Sicily itinerary
Four days along the east coast, from the Baroque squares of Catania to active volcanic lava landscapes, right through to the Hellenistic treasures of Taormina and Siracusa.
48 Hours in Viterbo: Tufa Alleys, Hot Springs and Volcanic Woods
A weekend in Viterbo among intact medieval quarters, tufa-carved tunnels and thermal pools. Practical guide on getting around, where to find typical Tuscia dishes, and how to plan trips to nearby Lago di Vico and Lago di Bolsena.
Padova at a slow pace: porticoes, ancient squares and spas
Padova reveals itself beneath historic porticoes, 14th-century fresco cycles and the saline waters of nearby thermal baths. An itinerary to slow right down, wandering from market squares to the soothing pools of the Colli Euganei.
48 hours in Veneto: a long weekend between thermal baths and villages
A practical two-day itinerary in the Colli Euganei, in Veneto, balancing the relaxation of thermal spa towns with visits to stone-built villages and Renaissance estates.
Weekend in Puglia: 3-day itinerary
A guide to exploring the Valle d'Itria and the Bari coast in three days. From the cliffs of Polignano a Mare to the trulli of Alberobello and the historic centres of Ostuni and Cisternino. Practical tips on getting around, parking and booking ahead.
A Stress-Free Weekend in Palermo: The Perfect Step-by-Step Itinerary
Three days to explore the city district by district. Historic markets, Arab-Norman architecture, central churches, and the best-known spots for street food.
72 Hours in Roma: From the Forum Ruins to the Alleys of Trastevere
How to plan three days in the capital and make the most of your time: a practical itinerary taking in the Colosseo, the Vatican rooms and historic rioni.
Campobasso, ancient scents and stone horizons
A slow-paced route through the steep alleys of historic Campobasso, from Romanesque architecture to rural Molise cuisine, venturing out as far as the Roman ruins of the Matese.
A Seamless Calabria Weekend: The Itinerary to Fit It All In
Four days in Calabria spanning sea, fishing villages and mountain scenery. A practical guide to driving from the Tyrrhenian coast right down to the Stretto di Messina, keeping travel times to a minimum.
4-day Basilicata itinerary: historic villages
A road trip across the crests of the Dolomiti Lucane, the tufa rock of the Sassi di Matera and high-altitude hiking trails in the Parco Nazionale del Pollino.
Slow-paced Emilia-Romagna: mosaics, lagoons and quiet off-season spots
An itinerary winding between Ravenna's Byzantine naves, the canals of the Comacchio lagoon and the villages of the Romagna hinterland, far from the peak-season crowds.