One of the most magical areas of Italy is the Salento, the so-called heel of the boot in the region of Puglia. Blessed by natural beauty as well as cultural treasures, the Salento is filled with layers of history from all of the civilizations who lived here, from the Messapii to the Greeks, followed by the Romans and then the Normans.

The best way to explore the Salento – which is relatively flat and uncrowded - is by bicycle. It is like cycling through an open-air museum filled with natural wonders, Byzantine shrines hidden in the caves, Baroque cathedrals, secluded coastal corners. The Salento offers some of Italy’s freshest bounty of seafood and vegetables as well as celebrated wine and olive oil.

On this 10-day self-guided food and wine biking tour, you will cycle up to 30 miles per day (about three hours of leisurely cycling), mainly crossing secondary roads, with sea breaks. GPS Maps will guide you through the best routes. Your overnight stays will be in charming B&Bs or boutique guesthouses and dinners in the best restaurants to let you enjoy a comfortable and mouthwatering vacation.

Art Hotel Orologio is a 4 star hotel overlooking Piazza Maggiore, just in front of the Town Hall and the ancient clock tower.  It's in an ideal location for those who want to visit the museums, theaters, shop and experience the culture of Bologna.

4 star hotel a few steps from the splendid Basilica of San Petronio, in the heart of Piazza Maggiore

The superior 4-star romantic hotel is located on the Grand Canal in Venice.
A boutique hotel with a unique style, which elegantly combines original 18th century Venetian elements, modern design and influences of refined oriental antiques.

Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte is a charming 5-star hotel located in the proximity to Cinque Terre, a stunning Unesco Heritage Site.
Principe di Piemonte is not just a luxury hotel in Versilia but also a place in which you can find yourself again whilst feeling as comfortable as you would in your own home.

Located at only 200m from the sunny sandy beach, short away from Amalfi, the 4 star Hotel Villa Romana offers comfort, privacy and relaxation for a perfect holiday.

Hotel Eitch Borromini suites are located in the 'Collegio Innocenziano' wing of Palazzo Pamphili .This historic mansion dates back to the seventeenth century and is located in one of the most beautiful squares of Rome.

Each room has a view overlooking the cloister or alleyways around. The restaurant offers the most prestigious views directly on Piazza Navona.

Hotel Giotto Assisi enjoys a strategic position overlooking the Umbrian valley with panoramic restaurant, spa and conference center.
The perfect place to visit Assisi!

The 4 star Hotel Ponte Sisto is on a quiet downtown street ideally located central to all of Rome's major attractions - the Trastevere district, the Ghetto, the fascinating Piazza Navona, Campo de Fiori, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Stairs, the Colosseum, Imperial Forum and Vatican City.

Located in the elegant heart of Risorgimento Turin, just off the very central Via Roma and Piazza San Carlo and a few minutes' walk from Piazza Castello, perfect for those wanting easy access to the city.

​Il Sogno di Guilietta is the most romantic 5 star luxury hotel in the heart of Verona, opposite the famous balcony

Adler Cavalieri Hotel is a 4 star, recently restyled property situated in the heart of historical Florence, a few steps from Santa Maria Novella railway station and the Fortezza da Basso congress centre. The property was built on the ruins of an ancient monastery, dating back to the 14th century.

Set in Polignano A Mare, 350 feet from the Adriatic Sea, Giovì Relais is a 4-star hotel featuring a wellness center and elegant rooms. The Lama Monachile beach is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. 

Masseria San Domenico is a 5-star luxurious hotel which offers boutique-style intimacy bound with first class facilities such as a magnificent outdoor free-form swimming pool.The building itself dates back to the 15th century, when it was used by the Knights of Malta as a watch-tower.

This exclusive 5-star resort came about from a careful restoration of the ancient Saint Catherine monastery, which was originally constructed in 1275 for a community of Benedictine nuns. The clean light hues and the diaphanous texture of the furniture represent an uninterrupted dialogue between the complicity of the past and the lightness of modern design.

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Timeless beauty in a blooming garden on the lake Como shore, at the water’s edge of Lake Como, the Grand Hotel Imperiale is just a few kilometers far from Como, renowned for the Villas and the gardens, Moltrasio is the ideal destination to visit and enjoy the Lake

The Risorgimento Resort is the only five star deluxe hotel in the heart of the vibrant city centre: Saint Oronzo Square, the Roman Theatre and Amphitheatre, the baroque Holy Cross Cathedral and the Historic Museum MUST are close by.

Hotel Monte Tauro enjoys a spectacular position in Taormina with panoramic views of the Gulf of Naxos and Mount Etna.

Built in the late nineteenth century, this beautiful 5 star hotel was completely renovated in 1995, maintaining the original architecture. Has a beautiful Rooftop restaurant with amazing views.

Situated in the old part of Monterosso, the Margherita Hotel is just a few steps away from the beaches, touristic port, trails, local shops and many restaurants to choose from.

Monterosso Al Mare, one of the 5 villages of the Cinque Terre is located in one of the most beautiful gulfs of the Riviera Ligure. This area has been declared (a) National Park and is included in the Unesco World Heritage list. 

The Hotel Santa Margherita Palace is Santa Margherita Ligure's most sophisticated designer destination. A new 5-star hotel with an unmistakable look, outstanding hospitality and iconic style, high-end accommodation that truly stands out. 

Located just 100 metres from the promenade, 5 km from Portofino and a 5 minute walk from the train station.

The Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is a 4 star hotel located in the historic center of Florence. The hotel is located between Santa Croce and Piazzale Michelangelo, a short distance from the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral, the Accademia. It's a short distance from the train station.

Hotel Villa Franca is a luxurious 5-star hotel in Positano offering breathtaking views over the Amalfi coastline. Ideally situated in close proximity to the town's main street with great little shops, the hotel is also within easy reach of the Spiaggia delle Sirene beach.

The Hotel du Lac is located in downtown Bellagio, looking over the town square, along the lakefront opposite the pier.

The Hotel du Lac is located in downtown Bellagio, looking over the town square, along the lakefront opposite the pier. The hotel offers breathtaking views, atmosphere and fine dining. At our family-run hotel your comfort and enjoyment is our priority. Our wish is to make your trip to Bellagio an unforgettable one!

High standard international hotel, elegant and functional, managed by the historical hotelier family Caridi from Florence, this hotel in Florence is a modern 4 star hotel in the historical center of Florence that combines the great tradition of Florentine warm hospitality and personalized welcoming with efficiency and comfort of the best international hotels. 

Among the 5 star luxury hotels in Rome, Grand Hotel de la Minerve, is housed in a magnificent mansion dating from the 1600’s. Set in the historical city centre, the hotel overlooks the Pantheon and is just minutes from Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Completely renovated to better meet the needs of its modern, sophisticated clientele, the hotel has retained its noble, elegant lines and the atmosphere of a comfortable, welcoming aristocratic “home”.

Rising within an agricultural estate, on the premises of a 15th century borgo, Relais Villa Olmo is a deluxe Food and Wine Resort with pool on Florence hills, immersed in the verdant countryside near the town of Impruneta, homestead of Tuscan terracotta.

The Miramare Hotel isa lovely 4 star located in the historic center of the town in a pedestrian area and directly overlooking the beach of the Bay of Silence.