Campagna Romana
- Renaissance villas and gardens, most accessible by special arrangement.
- Vivid remains of Etruscan civilisation, emulated and displaced by the Romans.
- Beguiling scenery of tufa hills and 'classical' compositions.
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18–24 May 2008
6 days •
£1,470
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Châteaux of The Loire
- Includes only the best of the houses and gardens in the region, and planned to avoid the crowds.
- Stays at a château hotel in the centre of the area.
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15–18 June 2008
3 days •
£920
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Châteaux of The Loire (RA)
- For Friends of the RA
- Includes only the best of the houses and gardens in the region, and planned to avoid the crowds.
- Stays at a château hotel in the centre of the area.
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1–4 June 2008
3 days •
£830
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Gardens of The Italian Lakes
- A wonderful variety of villas and gardens around Lakes Maggiore and Como.
- Some of the most fascinating historic gardens in Europe, all enhanced by a splendid natural setting.
- Two hotels, one a 5-star establishment in a historic lakeside villa.
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17–23 August 2008
6 days •
£1,780
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25 September–1 October 2008
6 days •
£1,780
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Gardens of The Riviera
- Inspiring historic gardens in spectacular settings and with exceptional growing conditions.
- Includes visits to some gardens not normally open to the public.
- One hotel in Nice throughout.
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15–20 September 2008
5 days •
£1,470
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Palladian Villas
- A comprehensive survey of the best of Palladio’s villas, major and minor.
- Stays throughout in Vicenza, Palladio’s home town where he built many palaces.
- Intensive but very rewarding, an itinerary not possible for independent travellers.
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3–7 June 2008
4 days •
£1,140
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21–25 October 2008
4 days •
£1,140
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