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Florence Photography Tour – Palazzo’s and Palaces |
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See the landmarks of Florence lit up at night and let an expert show you how to get some great pics
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A center of medieval European trade and finance, Florence is often considered the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and was long ruled by the Medici family. Florence is also famous for its magnificent art and architecture. It is said that, of the 1,000 most important European artists of the second millennium, 350 lived or worked in Florence. In fact, the city has also been called the Athens of the Middle Ages. The historic Centre of Florence was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO in 1982. This sunset photography tour of Florence is a perfect opportunity to capture the striking architectural beauty of some of the city’s most beautiful monuments, lit up with artfully designed lighting. Florence in the evening is breathtaking and bathed in artfully designed lighting to bring out the best of the ancient city. This specially designed photography tour will help you to discover and experience a city through the eyes of a local photographer. Your guide-cum-photographer has an in-depth local knowledge, a passion for the city and for the art of photography. Bring your basic film or digital camera and discover how to use it to make great photos and take home memories of a lifetime! Discover the myriad treasures of Florence though the eyes of a world-class photographer. Let each photograph carry your distinctive signature!
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Renaissance Art at the Uffizi Museum
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 Tour of the Uffizi
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...Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raffaello, Tiziano, and Caravaggio in the Uffizi Museum and understand why the renaissance movement which was born in Italy and took Europe by storm
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Chianti and Tuscany Hill Towns - Small Group Tour
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 Chianti Wine & Hill Towns Day Tour
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Taste the world famous Chianti wines and explore the enchanting hill towns of the Tuscan countryside on this tour. Indulge in all the pleasures that make Tuscany such a popular...
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Gourmet dinner on the historical Turin tramway
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Enjoy sightseeing Turin in an unusual way. Travel on the historical tram and savour a traditional Piedmont meal while you traverse through the city centre, accompanied by a saxophone being played live in the background.
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Milan by Night
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This tour is a great opportunity to enjoy the sights of Milan, beautifully illuminated at night. You could pick up the choicest designer outfits from Corso Como, a shopping complex....
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Chianti and Tuscany Hill Towns - Private Tour
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 Private Chianti Wine and Hill Towns Day Tour
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Taste the world famous Chianti wines and explore the enchanting hill towns of the Tuscan countryside on this tour. Indulge in all the pleasures that make Tuscany such a popular...
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Renaissance Florence Tour
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 Original Renaissance Walking Tour
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...that has awed and impressed millions. See Ponte Vecchio, the oldest surviving bridge on River Arno, Dante’s old neighbourhood, and various other sculptures and works of art at the galleries and museums.
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Verona and Lake Garda Tour
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This tour is your chance to see the ancient and the largest opera stage in the world at Verona and also enjoy the picturesque setting of Lake Garda. Stroll down Piazza Bra, a stylish...
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Evening Tour of Turin’s Underground Tunnels
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Beneath the hectic and bustling city of Turin lies a mysterious and unknown city where time seems to have stood still. Travel underground to the depths of this city to view some...
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Cooking Course with Dinner in Florence
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 Cooking Course with Dinner
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...Savour the delights of Florentine cuisine and learn the art of Italian cooking as skilled chefs ably demonstrate that there is more to Italian cooking than the blending of choice...
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Siena and San Gimignano Sightseeing Tour
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...Siena is situated in the heart of Tuscany. The prime tourist attraction in Siena is the Piazza del Campo, the city’s main square which houses the Palazzo Pubblico, Siena’s...
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A day in Chianti - Private Shore Excursion
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 Private Chianti Shore Excursion
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...Explore the medieval castle of Montefioralle and visit the medieval hill towns and their fortresses that once formed the league of Chianti in the 13th century.
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Renaissance Art in Florence - Private Tour
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 Private Renaissance Walking Tour
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...Michelangelo’s David, possibly the most famous statue in the world. The spirit and freedom the Renaissance movement is reflected in this fascinating sightseeing tour in Florence.
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Galleria dell' Accademia and Uffizi Gallery Tour
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 Guided Visit to Accademia and Uffizi
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...art as you browse through important works, arranged in chronological sequence. A window to Italian and more particularly Florentine art, the gallery houses the works of masters such...
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Michelangelo and the Medici Family Private Tour
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 Private Michelangelo & The Medici Tour
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...the palaces. One of the main attractions is the chapel of Princes; the Princes' octagon shaped mausoleum is intricately decorated in polychrome marbles, mother-of-pearl, coral, and...
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Murano and Burano Islands - Private Tour
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 Private Murano and Burano Half Day Tour
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This is a private tour. The itinerary can be adapted to suit your requirements and allows you to interact closely with your guide for an in-depth discovery of the fascinating history...
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Uffizi Gallery Tour
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 Guided Visit to Uffizi
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...the history of Renaissance art, as important works are arranged in the sequence they were created. A window to Italian, and more particularly, Florentine painting and sculpture,...
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Dinner and Concert Tour in Florence
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 Concert and Dinner
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...House. The medieval arches and vaults of the old cellar where the restaurant is located create the perfect setting for an intimate meal, washed down with an excellent Chianti wine....
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Pisa and the Cinque Terre – Private Shore Excursion
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 Private Cinque Terre Shore Excursion
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...cliffs, explore the narrow alleys of the villages and taste the local wines. This tour also visits Pisa, to visit the famed Leaning Tower.
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Roman Ruins of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius - Tour from Sorrento
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...of years. The well preserved ruins of this ancient city now offer an insight into Roman history. The city has baths, an amphitheatre, Roman temples and brothels. Frescoes and mosaics...
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Ruins of Pompeii - Tour from Naples
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Walk down the streets of the ancient city of Pompeii for a glimpse into the life of the Romans. Pompeii is one of the most important archaeological sites in Italy and a UNESCO...
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Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Messina
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Messina was a major port in the Mediterranean trade routes. It was instrumental in providing a dynamic and stimulating environment to important artists, among which the most important...
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Historical and Architectural Sights of Florence
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...of art. Here you will find the works of the Italian masters, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio. Florence’s town hall - the Palazzo...
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Florence Sightseeing Excursion
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Set out on a sightseeing excursion in Florence and admire the major artistic sites of the city. See Santa Maria Novella, the first great basilica of Florence, famous for its frescoes...
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Wine Tasting at Lison Pramaggiore DOC - Small Group Tour from Venice
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Wines are a speciality of Italy and the beautiful city of Venice is also famous for its vast stretches of vineyards. On your visit to a local vineyard you will not only see how wines...
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Evening Tour of Magical Turin
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Enter a world of fear, mystery and magic as you tour Turin the capital of Italy in 1861. Gape in wonderment at the place considered by gurus of occultism as the world’s capital of magic....
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Galleria dell' Accademia Renaissance Art Tour
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 Guided Visit to Accademia
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...dell' Accademia houses Michelangelo’s David , one of the world’s most famous statues. The museum’s paintings and sculptures are a tribute to the Renaissance. Giambologna’s...
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Highlights of Rome - Tour from Florence
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...Steps at the nearby Piazza di Spagna. Gaze in awe at the world’s largest dome on Saint Peter’s Basilica- a creation that could only come from the artistic genius of Michelangelo....
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A day in Siena and San Gimignano - Private Tour
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 Private San Gimignano & Siena Day Tour
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Enjoy an intimate private tour of Siena, San Gimignano & enchanting Monteriggioni on a tour of these fascinating Italian hill towns. Admire the countryside of the Chianti region,...
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Shopping Tour in Italy - Gucci and Prada Outlets
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 Gucci and Prada Outlet Tour
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Treat yourself to a shopping expedition in Italy in this tour. Browse through the outlets of high fashion stores of Gucci and Prada and pick up some designer clothes at reduced prices....
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Chianti Sightseeing tour
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 Chianti
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...farmhouses, villas and castles, the celebrated Chianti countryside is famous for its superb scenery and panoramic views. The vast expanse of vineyards broken only by woods and olive...
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Chianti Valley Tour
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 Chainti with Dinner
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Spend some time discovering the beauty of Chianti on this tour. Dotted with historical buildings, Romanesque churches, farmhouses, villas and castles, the celebrated Chianti countryside...
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Ghost Stories in Venice - Walking Tour
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 Original Venice Ghost Walk
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Venice by night is fascinating and mysterious. Explore the city after sunset, walking through streets and alleys that are silent and sometimes dimly lit. Adding to the eerie atmosphere...
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Villas by Palladio - Private tour from Venice
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 Private Palladio Villa Day Tour
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...frescoes make it a fine example of Palladio’s purest creations as a villa architect. Touring villa Foscari, you will see how Palladio’s architectural style evolved. Villa...
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Pompeii and Herculaneum - Tour from Sorrento
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...the world each year to explore its ruins. Pompeii was buried under lava and ash from Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and lay forgotten for hundreds of years. The well preserved ruins of...
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An Historical Excursion into Cities Mozia and Marsala
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Venice Walking Tour
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 Original Venice Walk
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...to explore the intricate, narrow and winding back streets of Venice. The first stop for many visitors to Venice is Piazza San Marco. This large square is at the very heart of the...
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The Best of Florence - Private Tour
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 Private Florence In A Day
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...statues in the world; David by Michelangelo. Your tour also includes a walk through the city of Florence to discover the piazzas and palazzi that attract the tourists to this city.
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Tour of the Cinque Terre Villages
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...vineyards and olive groves, the beaches, rugged cliffs and turquoise waters. This will truly be a photographic excursion in Italy!
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The Life and Times of Michelangelo - Private Tour
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 Private Michelangelo & David Tour
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...the genius of Michelangelo by tracing his time in Florence and his Renaissance works during this period. Get an insight into the life and times of the great Renaissance artist, his...
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Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Palermo
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Enjoy an exciting visit to Palermo on a ‘Hop-On Hop-Off’ tour. The city has a very rich and diverse historical background which gives it a unique cultural identity. It...
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Florence Photography Tour – the Birthplace of the Renaissance
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...a city through the eyes of a local photographer. Your guide-cum-photographer has an in-depth local knowledge, a passion for the city and for the art of photography. Bring your basic...
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Venetian Islands Tour: Murano, Burano and Torcello
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...This tour gives you the chance to explore the beauty and heritage of Murano , Burano and Torcello first hand.
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The Cinque Terre - Small Group Tour
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 Cinque Terre Day Tour
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Discover the tourist attractions of Italy in the Cinque Terre. The aura of isolation that has surrounded the five small ancient coastal villages known as the "Cinque Terre”...
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The Dolomites - Tour from Venice
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...sight and appear both daunting and enchanting. Passing through tunnels, enjoy a picturesque sight of valleys and canyons. Admire the scenery from the high altitude lake of Misurina...
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Gourmet Tours in Italy: Wine and Chocolate Tasting in Florence
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Indulge your senses and taste buds with some of the finest chocolates and wines of Italy on this tour. Italy is the land of sweet indulgence with its mouth-watering chocolates perfectly...
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Private Pompeii and Amalfi Sightseeing Tour from Naples
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...one of the most beautiful coastlines in the world. Combine this with a tour of the largest and best preserved Roman city in the world and you have the perfect excursion!
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Dinner Date at a Venice Restaurant
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...just a stone's throw from St Mark's Square. Enjoy a four-course dinner of Venetian specialities accompanied by superb local wines, one for each course, at astonishingly good prices....
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The Life and Times of Casanova - Private Tour
Casanova is almost synonymous with Italy. A great lover and adventurer, he was arguably extravagant, mean, proud, honest, a liar, unstable and quite brilliant. To many, he represents the Venice of...
Private Tour of the Cinque Terre
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Siena and San Gimignano Sightseeing Tour
Vist the fascinating cities of Siena and San Gimignano and discover the charms of the scenic Italian countryside. Widely considered to be one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns, Siena is ...
...greatest collection of renaissance art and paintings. Admire the works by famous...
...cuisine, stroll around enchanting hill towns and be intoxicated by the splendid...
...showered Florence with countless masterpieces of primitive and renaissance paintings...
...David, a masterpiece that has awed and impressed millions. See Ponte Vecchio, the...
...in the palaces. One of the main attractions is the chapel of Princes; the Princes'...
...the Tuscan countryside on this tour. Indulge in all the pleasures that make Tuscany...
...by the Romans. Pompeii was buried under lava and ash from Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD...
...combination of the modern and historical. A walk through the city promises an...
...Take in the dramatic coastal views of the villages that lie between the mountain...
...from across the world each year to explore its ruins. Pompeii was buried under lava...
...and allows you to interact closely with your guide for an in-depth discovery of...
...of the Wine House. The medieval arches and vaults of the old cellar where the restaurant...
...in the world. Savour the delights of Florentine cuisine and learn the art of Italian...
...finest collections of art. Here you will find the works of the Italian masters,...
...buildings, Romanesque churches, farmhouses, villas and castles, the celebrated Chianti...
...Romanesque churches, farmhouses, villas and castles, the celebrated Chianti countryside...
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...journey into the history of Renaissance art, as important works are arranged in...
...the outlets of high fashion stores of Gucci and Prada and pick up some designer...
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...Italy. Enjoy the hop-on hop-off tour by admiring the beautiful sights like the...
...of the city. See Santa Maria Novella, the first great basilica of Florence, famous...
...a traditional Piedmont meal while you traverse through the city centre, accompanied...
...in 1861. Gape in wonderment at the place considered by gurus of occultism as the...
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