Italy Small Group Small Group Tours & Trips

Highlights

• Complete the Tour du Mont Blanc, ending each day in hiker-friendly hotels and auberges
• Join a small group guided by an International Mountain Leader with expert knowledge of the area
• Marvel at the snow-capped peak of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps
• Spend three rest days in Alpine towns, including Chamonix

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• Discover the best of Puglia and Matera by bike, riding through the Italian countryside
• Begin in the extraordinary cave town of Matera – a spectacular opening to the adventure
• Ride to Alberobello and wander among fairytale trulli houses
• Cycle along the Ionian Coast with a chance for a refreshing dip
• Finish in Lecce, known as the Florence of the South for its magnificent baroque buildings

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• Explore rocky coastal pathways and pastel-coloured villages with a Cinque Terre day pass, which allows you to hike at your leisure and use the coast's public transport.
• Get lost in the floating city of Venice and wander the city's maze of alleyways, canals and lagoon islands, and choose whether to enjoy an optional gondola ride.
• Discover the landmarks of Rome with your leader and wander aroundthe Spanish Steps,Trevi Fountain the Pantheon andPiazza Navona.
• Spend two days in Florence, a city known for its beauty and rustic Tuscan cuisine, and choose to discover the cities culinary traditions on optional food excursions.
• Make travel a breeze with a European trip including train travel. Enjoy extra time to sit back, relax, play games with your fellow travellers or watch the changing scenery roll by.

Highlights

• A relaxed paced tour of Italy
• Explore the cities as well as the country and lakes
• Explore Italy’s cities as well as the country
• Days spent in Rome, where your upgraded accommodations are in the heart of the attractions, shopping & dining.
• Days spent in Florence to explore all of its cultures.

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• Discover the best of Sicily by bike with a small group of like-minded adventurers
• Ride through UNESCO-listed baroque towns in the Val di Noto, Marzamemi and Syracuse
• Cycle to Cavagrande del Cassibile, one of the deepest canyons in Europe
• Cool off with refreshing dips in hotel pools and in the Mediterranean Sea
• Sample the exquisite regional cuisine and wine of Sicily

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• Pedal through the rolling green hills and vineyards of Tuscany, stopping to sample the local cuisine and indulging in a glass (or two) of vino along the way.
• From Lucca's tree-lined city walls, you’ll follow the gentle Serchio River on your bike to the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa – take the classic shot in front of the tower or hunt down the best local cafe and people-watch.
• Retrace the steps of Leonardo da Vinci around his home city, Vinci. Surrounded by olive groves, your cycle will take you past Casa Natale di Leonardo then returns you to the village where you can explore at your own pace.
• Stay in picturesque Castelnuovo di Garfagnana, where you’ll spend your day cycling up and down the valleys, maybe stopping at the famous Fronte della Rocca for one of their cakes and coffees that have been enjoyed since 1885.
• Get away from tourist crowds and experience the authentic Italy – on two wheels and two feet, you’ll have the best chance to connect with locals, ride through rural areas you otherwise wouldn’t visit and have the insights from a local leader who knows all the best spots.

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• Spend your free time in Barcelona visiting Gaudi's modern basilica, La Sagrada Familia – a Gothic masterpiece that embodies the city’s artistic and progressive heart.
• Hike in the majestic Spanish Pyrenees mountains, revelling in the fresh air, panoramic views and an exhilarating sense of freedom.
• Explore the idyllic Provencal landscapes of southern France and gain an understanding as to why this part of the world is so adored by artists.
• The Leaning Tower may be Pisa’s most iconic image, but there’s so much more to discover – The Piazza dei Miracoli and Pisa Baptistry are masterpieces in Medieval-Italian architecture.
• Enjoy plenty of free time in Rome to discover the ancient Colosseum, stroll through Vatican City and gaze up towards the gods inside St Peter's Basilica.

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• Immerse yourself in colourful cliff-side houses and a coastal paradise that makes the Cinque Terre region of Italy one of the world's most romantic destinations.
• Adventure through the area's most scenic trails on foot, including parts of the classic coastal route. Bike through gorgeous villages (the best way to cover ground) and take a kayaking trip on the sparkling Mediterranean Sea to a paradisiacal beach.
• If you'd rather spend more time relaxing on the beach, there's some flexibility to take a train instead of hiking – with a local leader and somebody to organize everything for you, you can choose your own adventure!
• Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine and afternoon aperitifs overlooking spectacular cliffs, iconic village views and the deep blue of the ocean.
• Discover a swathe of medieval marvels, such as the castle and churches of Levanto and the Abbey of San Fruttuoso.