One of the most beautiful regions in Italy, historic Umbria borders Tuscany, Lazio and Le Marche. The region is best known for its natural landscapes, rich cultural heritage, picturesque villages, and its wide selection of mouthwatering cuisine. Dubbed ‘The Green Belt’, Umbria features dense forests, vast vineyards, lush farmland, a collection of misty green valleys and charming hill towns laden with centuries of history. Visitors can soak up the old-world traditions of the region by sampling the local delicacy of earthy Tartufo, tasting a variety of delicious wines, and exploring the enchanting heritage villages. Other highlights include: Umbria’s capital of Perugia, the pilgrimage town of Assisi home to the not-to-be-missed Basilica di San Francesco, and the romantic hill-town of Spoleto.
Rome, the capital of Italy’s Lazio Region in the central-western part of the peninsula, is a city that remains virtually unrivalled in the sheer volume and diversity of its cultural repertoire. One could spend months here and still only scratch the surface of treasures to be discovered in this phenomenal ancient city. 3000-odd-years of haphazard urban development has resulted in a complex cocktail of art, history, and architecture full of fascinating cultural clashes and contrasts. Classical ruins as well as countless early Christian catacombs and clandestine churches sit alongside (or beneath) magnificent Renaissance palazzos and breathtaking Baroque fountains. This unique combination of a rich historical tapestry interweaved with a thriving and vibrant modern community living life to its fullest as only the Italians can, makes Italy's Eternal City one of the world's most intriguing and inspiring tourist destinations.
Set on a hillside overlooking the Bay of Naples and Vesuvius, Sorrento is a tiny Italian resort town perfectly located for exploring the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii and the Naples area. However, the little town itself boasts plenty to be discovered. Visitors can enjoy swimming, snorkelling or diving in the sparkling turquoise waters; browsing the maze of shops and stalls full of local craftspeople showing off their skills; or meandering along the unspoiled streets of the old town to discover its wealth of Renaissance palazzi and Romanesque churches. At the heart of the town, the Piazza Tasso perches over a magnificent gorge and is packed with bustling cafes and restaurants serving mouth-watering traditional dishes. The Sorrento locals’ ability to master the fine art of living ‘la dolce vita’ makes Sorrento the ultimate destination for indulgence.
