Italy: A different perspective

Thursday, 22 July 2010 12:00 AM

The summer holiday season is well underway. The school holidays are just around the corner. What better time to plan your European getaway with a difference?

Forget about long queues at tourist hotspots and long car journeys to the many sightseeing points. Design your own personalised walking holiday in some of Italy's most spectacular scenery.

Self-catering specialist Keycamp Holidays offers a wide range of holiday options in Italy and in the rest of Europe.

Getting off the beaten track and exploring the Italian countryside by foot can be a thrilling experience. And staying at Norcenni Girasole Club puts you at the heart of the beautiful Italian countryside.

Situated in the Chianti wine region, the parc is ideal for walking and for exploring some of the best of what Italy has to offer.

The region is also perfect for horse-riding. And for a touch of Italian culture, wine tasting and cookery lessons can be found in the area as well.

Italy is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Europe. By experiencing the country from a different perspective, from the ground, a walking holiday in the Italian countryside might be the perfect holiday option this summer.

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