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Italy

FEW COUNTRIES CAN RIVAL ITALY’S
WEALTH OF RICHES. Its historic cities boast
iconic monuments and masterpieces at every
turn, its food is imitated the world over and its
landscape is a majestic patchwork of snow-
capped peaks, plunging coastlines, lakes and
remote valleys. And with many thrilling roads
to explore, it offers plenty of epic driving.

The trips outlined in this section run the length
of the country, leading from Alpine summits
to southern volcanoes, and from hilltop towns
in Tuscany to fishing villages on the Amalfi
Coast. They take in heavyweight cities and
little-known gems, and cover a wide range
of experiences. So whether you want to tour
gourmet towns, historic vineyards or idyllic
coastlines, we have a route for you.

Amalfi Coast Positano
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