Off the Beaten Track ITALY
OPEN TOUR
A Tour of Italy’s outstanding National Parks and historical medieval towns From £2,999* Per Person
Jaguar driving lakeside in Italy
This tour explores the beautiful Le Marche countryside with a trip over to mystical Gubbio at the north end of Umbria. Together with the Sibillini National Park and Mountains on the borders between Le Marche and Umbria. In Abruzzo we’ll take in the stunning areas of the Gran Sasso National Park (highest area of the Apennines in Italy where bears and eagles still roam), the Majella National Park and the many scenic lakes and medieval towns of this lesser known jewel. The tour is based between two historic hotels set in stunning settings, offering both coastal and inland locations.
Tour Itinerary
Departure Dates
Day 1: Arrival in Pesaro & welcome dinner We have arranged a welcome evening with drinks, canapes and briefing to outline the amazing programme of events that we have lined up for you. Day 2: Le Marche & Gubbio Our stunning drive takes us through Le Marche rolling countryside up to the magical and mystical town of Gubbio in Umbria. Day 3: Jesi & Macerata Today we drive through the fascinating medieval towns of Le Marche such as Jesi and Macerata with the chance of some coastal views! Day 4: Sibillini National Park, via Visso, Castelluccio and Norci A stunning full day drive through the Sibillini National Park, via Visso, Castelluccio and Norcia onto the Lazio/Abruzzo border. Day 5: Gran Sasso National Park Today we have a spectacular drive around the Gran Sasso National Park, the highest point of Italy’s Appenine range. Day 6: ‘Lakes District’ of Lazio & Tagliacozzo A beautiful drive through the ‘Lakes District’ of Lazio and down to the authentic medieval Abruzzo town of Tagliacozzo. Day 7: Maiella National Park, Celano & Sulmona We enjoy a magnificent loop around the spectacular Maiella National Park taking in the medieval towns of Celano and Sulmona. Final evening in Italy. Departure following morning.
18th - 25th September 2026
What’s Included • Three nights accommodation at Hotel Villa Cattani Stuart, near Pesaro • Four nights accommodation at Park Hotel Villa Potenziani • Bed and breakfast basis • Dinner on seven evenings • Wine, water & coffee included with dinners • Coffee stops • Detailed route directions and roadbook • Hosted by a tour manager
Le Marche
*All prices are based on two people in a car sharing a twin/double room. A 10% deposit is required to confirm your booking.
01732 879181 I www.backwatertours.co.uk
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