Italy is unique because it combines a wealth of ancient temples and some of the great masterpieces of European art with stunning scenery and beautiful cities that include Rome, Florence, Venice and Siena. When you add to this a mild climate, thanks to the protections afforded by the Alps in the north and the warm waters of the Mediterranean which bathe Italy's coasts, you will discover this recipe results in an irresistible destination to visit.

For more tan 3000 years Italy has made an unparalleled contribution to Western art. Names such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael and cities like Rome, Florence and Venice represent the very manifestation of he world's ultimate artistic and architectural achievements.

A tour to Italy will reveal the incredible diversity and beauty of a land that stretches from sun baked Sicily in the south to the magnificent Alpine Lakes of the north. Your tour will provide a unique opportunity to discover an unrivaled collection of ancient monuments, art treasures and magnificent cities that have made an unequaled contribution to the growth and development of western culture and civilization.

Whether you are viewing some of the world's finest art treasures when you visit the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, attending an open air Opera in Verona's ancient Roman Amphitheater or gazing down over Florence from the roof of the great domed cathedral you will soon discover that Italy is a destination that offers an unrivaled range of attractions.