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Stroll along the top of an ancient waterway, now a picturesque path that cuts through the heart of Perugia’s old town.

This pretty fishing village has a scenic seaside setting. Lounge on the beach, explore the characterful old fishing district and visit the ancient castle. 

Stroll along the lakeside boulevard, visit the castle and take a trip to a charming island in this historic town.

Rejuvenate the body in the hot springs of this hill town set between the volcanic Mount Amiata and the Val d’Orcia valley.

Stare into the eyes of Europe’s oldest preserved corpse, view the Alps up close and tour well-preserved medieval buildings in this Italian city of Austrian ancestry.

Take a step back in time as you explore the grandiose plazas and frescoed churches of this medieval town set above Val d’Elsa in the heart of Tuscany.

Pilgrims flock to this hilltop town in Umbria, which is the birthplace of St. Francis and home to a fascinating collection of churches, temples and museums.

Pilgrims flock to this hilltop town in Umbria, which is the birthplace of St. Francis and home to a fascinating collection of churches, temples and museums.

Marvel at how this ancient town appears to be hewn out of a rocky promontory. Explore its centuries-old buildings, network of caves and archeological museum.

Bring the kids to this lovely medieval town, best known for an exciting water park found nearby.

Delight in hours of fun at the beach and visit archeological sites at this popular seaside destination on the Tyrrhenian coast.

Breathtaking natural landscapes, a storybook medieval quarter and community theater productions await in this peaceful hilltop town above the Val d’Orcia.

Climb up the winding narrow streets of this hilltop town and admire gorgeous vistas of verdant Tuscan valleys from elevated vantage points.

Traditional folk culture brightens this charming northern Italian village, where the regal Dolomites crown a range of alpine ski mountains.

Rejuvenate the body in the hot springs of this hill town set between the volcanic Mount Amiata and the Val d’Orcia valley.

Delight in hours of fun at the beach and visit archeological sites at this popular seaside destination on the Tyrrhenian coast.

Glide down the slopes of this mountain pass and visit the neighboring valley resorts in one of Europe’s highest ski areas.

Encounter many different eras of history in Volterra, a scenic hilltop town in Tuscany famed for its palaces, museums and archaeological sites.

Breathtaking natural landscapes, a storybook medieval quarter and community theater productions await in this peaceful hilltop town above the Val d’Orcia.

Famed for its art and architecture, this bike-friendly medieval city sits nestled amid a valley of vineyards and surrounded by soaring Dolomite peaks.

Bring the kids to this lovely medieval town, best known for an exciting water park found nearby.