Castels, Fortresses, ancient Villages between land and sea: A Taste of Marche
Salbusiness 1929
An unforgettable 5 days tour in the placid Italian region of “Le Marche”. Starting from the maritime city of Pesaro, you will discover its beautiful hinterland. The precious town of Urbino, which was recognized as a world heirtage site by UNESCO, the charming castle of Gradara, where you will discover all the secrets of the most famous Italian Lovers, Paolo and Francesca. Then take a look at San Leo, a spectacular cliff top town and fortress which dominates the Marecchia Valley. And last but not least, let yourself feel enchanted by the beauty of the Passetto overlooking the adriatic sea, in the unique Conero Riviera.
DAY01: Pesaro
Welcome to Pesaro. You will be welcomed by our guide who will assist you during your stay. Check in at Hotel. Dinner in a very nice panoramic Restaurant immersed in beautiful garden that looks over the sea; the restaurant offers a high quality cuisine with the best fresh fish of the Adriatic. Overnight.
DAY02: Gradara
Breakfast at Hotel. Today we will visit the ancient and beautiful town of Gradara characterized by a double line of medieval walls and by the massive Castle, one of the best preserved in Italy. It is famous as being the location of the episode of Paolo and Francesca in the V Canto of his Inferno. After the visit, lunch in a nice restaurant in Gradara. Back to Pesaro, time al leisure for relax and dinner. Overnight.
DAY03: Urbino
Breakfast. Transfer to Urbino and private tour of the city that in 1998 Urbino was recognised as a world heritage site by UNESCO. Thanks to its history and the vast number of sights and works of art to be found here, it is one of the greatest artistic tourist destinations in the world. Indeed, during the Renaissance, it was one of the most important towns in Italy. Lunch in a nice restaurant set in the historical city centre. Back to Pesaro, time al leisure for relax and dinner. Overnight.
DAY04: San Leo
Breakfast. Transfer to San Leo, a spectacular cliff top town and fortress which dominates the Marecchia Valley. Due to its naturally impregnable position on inaccessible high ground, it was an important strategic stronghold in the Montefeltro area, and through the ages it was dominated and contended for by many, including the Medici and Della Rovere families. Guided tour of the town. Lunch in one of the best restaurant in the surroundings of San Leo, for an unforgettable gourmet lunch. Back to Pesaro, time al leisure for relax and dinner. Overnight.
DAY05: Ancona, Sirolo
Breakfast. Transfer to Ancona and visit with our guide the most beautiful sights: Lazzaretto, the old harbour, Teatro delle Muse, Piazza del Papa, S. Domenico with a Tiziano Painting, the S. Ciriaco Cathedral, Santa Maria della Piazza, the “Passetto” with its extraordinary view. After the tour, transfer to the beautiful RIVIERA DEL CONERO, a true unique paradise not far from Ancona. Lunch in a charming restaurant in Sirolo overlooking the sea. Time at leisure for a nice walking in the town of Sirolo. The tour will end in Pesaro.
Services Included:
- Hotel accomodation in double rooms;
- 4 breakfast;
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation with professional driver for the tour;
- All entrance fees for museums and monuments;
- Private licensed guide english speaking.
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