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Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Province of L'Aquila, Italy

Santo Stefano di Sessanio

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Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Step into the magical world of Santo Stefano di Sessanio! Nestled in the stunning Province of L'Aquila, Italy, this charming village is a traveler's dream come true. Prepare to be enchanted by its timeless beauty, cobblestone streets, and picturesque landscapes. Don't miss out on exploring its ancient fortress and savoring the delicious local cuisine. Unleash your inner explorer and have an unforgettable adventure in this hidden gem!

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3 h 30 mins

Santorini Small Group Guided E-bike Tour & Local Tomato Museum

A cycling tour in Santorini is far more than just an outdoor activity, it is an intimate encounter with the island’s hidden soul. Moving at the pace of your pedals, you get to experience the landscape in a way that no car or bus can offer. Α touch of history at the Tomato Industrial Museum. This unique landmark tells the story of Santorini’s famous cherry tomatoes, offering a nostalgic glimpse into the island’s traditional production and heritage. From there, the path leads you along stunning coastlines, where the deep blue of the Aegean meets volcanic sands and crystal-clear waters.As you ride further inland, the island’s medieval past comes alive. Passing through the shadows of imposing Venetian castles, you feel the weight of history in every stone. The route then leads to the ultimate reward: the breath-taking views of the Caldera. Standing on the edge of the world-famous cliffs, the panoramic vista of the volcano and the endless blue is truly a life changing sight.

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5/5
9 h

From Rome: Private Day Trip To Abruzzo, Hidden Gem Of Italy

For more details and offers, visit the official tour website https://quatravel.it/abruzzo-day-trip-from-rome/ Sightseeing of the most beautiful spots in Abruzzo: -Campo Imperatore - The Italian Tibet -Rocca Calascio - The highest castle in Italy -Santo Stefano di Sessanio - One of the most beautiful villages in Italy -Local BBQ lunch with wine INCLUDED @Ristoro Mucciante, famous mountain eatery featured in Stanley Tucci’s latest TV series, Tucci in Italy -Italian tour guide fluent in English -Private tour (up to 8 people) -We will pick you up directly from your hotel or B&B; with air-conditioned van Abruzzo, a haven nestled between the Apennine mountains and the Adriatic Sea. Indulge in the rich gastronomy and renowned Italian wines that complete the allure of this captivating region. Being locals of this region, we allow you to discover the best of it. A true hidden gem of Italy! Technical organization by Wolftour Srl

$573.74
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5/5

Abruzzo Ancestry Research & Tour Consultation Call

Important! This ticket is for a 20 minutes consultation call to discuss a potential ancestry research or heritage tour. Reconnect with your Italian heritage, learn more about your Italian ancestors, visit their hometowns, meet relatives and discover their way of life. We run ancestry researches in the local archives, visit your ancestors’ hometowns and speak with the locals. With me, you not only will trace your Italian roots but will also experience the places, food, life & traditions your relatives where having. All by sharing together and being in good company of a local ‘friend’ showing you the beauties of this untouched and green region, Abruzzo. Besides being from a small village near Teramo, in Abruzzo and having wide connections & knowledge of the area, I’m a local and speak very well the Abruzzese dialect. Vital for the potential relatives to open up to someone never seen before Let's get in contact for a custom quote

$11.76
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5/5
192 h

DISCOVERY OF PUGLIA Small Group Tour: 8 Days / 7 Nights

Operated By GoinItaly For those who want to travel through history, GoinItaly's eight-day Discovery of Puglia small group tour offers a wide range of places that testify to the ancient origins of this land: from prehistory to Magna Graecia, from the Imperial Age to the Renaissance, and the Baroque splendor of Lecce. Puglia is full of surprises and delights: fabulous food, historic towns, beautiful beaches, and gracious residents. Highlights: - Visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Alberobello, Castel del Monte, and Matera. - Savor the flavors of Puglian cuisine and wine. - Admire the beautiful Baroque architecture of Lecce. - Spend two nights in a traditional “trullo” in Alberobello. - Tour Otranto, the “heel” of Italy, and visit a cathedral renowned for its collection of mosaic scenes.

$6,113.59
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5/5
144 h

Printmaking Masterclass in the heart of Abruzzo

One week intensive printmaking to learn about several techniques - if you are a beginner or already have some experience, the class will be tailored around your needs.

$1,587.18
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5/5
144 h

Trip to Abruzzo

Not a simple holiday, but a unique and unforgettable experience in Abruzzo We will accompany you to discover the greenest region in Europe ABRUZZO ... a Region to Explore, Discover and Taste ABRUZZO ... INFINITE beauty

$1,986.92
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5/5
8 h

Castel del Monte & Matera: Private Tour from Bari or Matera

Explore two unique treasures of Southern Italy in one day with this guided tour from Bari to Castel del Monte and Matera. Enjoy an unforgettable experience amidst history, architecture, and breathtaking landscapes. Departing from Bari, you'll reach Castel del Monte, the iconic octagonal castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its mysterious structure and the legends surrounding it. Admire its unique architecture and discover historical curiosities and secrets related to Frederick II. You'll continue to Matera, the city of the Sassi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its ancient rock-hewn dwellings and evocative rupestrian churches. You'll wander through historic alleys, admiring spectacular views and immersing yourself in the timeless atmosphere of this extraordinary village. An unmissable opportunity to admire the magic of Puglia and Basilicata, among mysterious castles and ancient cities carved into the rock.

$305.68
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A day with the shepherd milking sheeps and making cheese in the National Park of Abruzzo

Enjoy a memorable day trip from Rome to Abruzzo National Park and beech forests protected by Unesco as world heritage site. You will join the shepherds and take the sheeps to graze, milk them and make cheese. Genuine rich lunch with typical local products wine and drinks is included. In the afternoon you will visit the pictoresque town of Castel del Monte and the castle of Rocca Calascio featured in many movies and tv series such as the American and Ladyhawke. if weather and time permits you will also visit the spectacular caves of Stiffe. A private driver guide in a comfortable air conditioned minivan will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation in Rome.

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5/5

Private Rome to Loreto Mary's House Sanctuary for Catholics

Experience a spiritual journey from Rome to Loreto with a private driver, tailored for Catholic pilgrims. Upon arrival, visit the renowned Basilica della Santa Casa, home to the Holy House of the Virgin Mary, where you can reflect on its deep Marian significance. Explore Piazza della Madonna, the heart of Loreto, surrounded by beautiful Renaissance architecture. Stroll through Porta Marina, the historic gate where pilgrims once entered, and feel connected to centuries of devotion. Visit the Museo Pontificio Santa Casa, which houses sacred art and treasures, deepening your understanding of Loreto's religious history. This guided tour provides a peaceful and enriching experience, blending prayer, history, and devotion in one of Catholicism’s most revered pilgrimage destinations. Lastly, you can choose to add a visit to a local winery, where you will discover the best wines of central Italy and have the chance to purchase a gift to bring home!

$770.08
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5/5
6 h

Collect and taste the Saffron, the Abruzzese red gold

Hours 8.30 All on field! The saffron flower should be picked early in the morning, 10.00 am A bit of history ... Saffron arrives in Abruzzo, on the Navelli Plateau, in the the thirteenth century… 11.00 am sfioritura. Going to a company, around a table, we will be engaged in the phase of spilling and selection of stigmas, followed by the delicate operation of roasting on wood charcoal. 12.30 pm On trial of taste. The excellence of L'Aquila Saffron is known throughout the world, therefore we learn how to use this precious spice.  13.00 After the work of the camp one deserved tasting from the appetizer to the dessert, made with red gold Abruzzo.

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5/5
3 h

E-bike between towers and medieval villages at the foot of Sirente Abruzzo

Each village has a unique history and atmosphere that will make you feel part of an ancient and fascinating world. This bike tour is not only a way to explore enchanting places, but also an opportunity to connect with the history and tradition of this region. Get ready to ride, discover and be enchanted from every corner of this extraordinary route!

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4.9/5

Sightseeing Tour of L'Aquila aboard an Electric Shuttle

A tourist service to rediscover the Eagle aboard our environmentally friendly electric shuttle. A unique experience in the most evocative of the historic centers of Italy, comfortably seated and in complete safety. Our guides will take you to the most characteristic monuments, as well as the most hidden and evocative places in the city, for a unique experience.

$30.57
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4.9/5

LAquila of Mysteries Private Tour

Walking tour through the major monuments of the town, in an itinerary that chronologically tells the history of the foundation of the town. Beside the official history you will learn about legends and mysteries, the ones about Templar knights and enigmatic characters like Fredrick II and Celestino V, the "pope of the great refusal".

$182.23
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4.5/5
10 h

Alberobello & Matera Tour with Tasting and Guide - from Bari

This trip will allow you to explore the beauty of the trulli of Alberobello and the historic Sassi of Matera. Once in Alberobello, a Guide will welcome you and accompany you on a tour of about 1 hour and 30 minutes, during which you will discover the history and culture of this extraordinary location. At the end of the tour, you will participate in a tasting of extra virgin olive oil, discovering its aromas, flavors and characteristics that make it an excellence of Puglia. After the tasting, you will have free time to explore on your own, walking among the trulli, visiting the craft shops. Once in Matera, an expert Guide will take you on a 1 hour and 30 minute tour through the Sassi, telling you about the fascinating history and cultural importance of this place. You will discover ancient cave churches and hidden corners, immersing yourself in the unique atmosphere of Matera. Free time to explore the city at your leisure, enjoy local cuisine or buy souvenirs.

$129.33
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4.5/5
7 h

Castel del Monte Unesco & Trani - small groups led by Bari

Departure at 09:00 from the Petruzzelli Theatre in Bari to Castel del Monte, about an hour by car. This iconic octagonal castle, built by Emperor Frederick II, is located on a hill in the Alta Murgia National Park at 540 meters above sea level. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it captivates visitors with its medieval architecture, art and legends. The next stop is Trani, just 30 minutes away. Known for its elegant charm, Trani is a city of white stone and rich in history, perhaps founded in the time of Aeneas. Its ancient quarter surrounds the port, where the great cathedral overlooks the sea like a majestic ship, earning the title of "Queen of Apulian Cathedrals". Enjoy an hour of free time for lunch or shopping. Return to Bari at 15:00, arriving after about an hour.

$210.45
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4.3/5
2 h

Gran Sasso EbikeTour - Abruzzo

Vast grasslands, ponds that pop up suddenly in the whitewashed mountains, streams of water that flow to the surface, rocky peaks between gorges and deep furrows, to observe the thousand shades that give real life moments. Welcome to the Campo Imperatore Plain, the small Tibet of Abruzzo in the heart of the Gran Sasso d'Italia massif and the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. Experience a unique experience for beautiful landscapes and pure fun: with "eBikeTour the little Tibet of Abruzzo" proposed by Bici e Dintorni allows you to discover unusual points of view of the territory. A ride with e-bikes offers fun and pleasure. "eBikeTour the little Tibet of Abruzzo" is an excursion suitable for everyone. Details - Difficulty: tourist route (suitable for everyone). - Length: about 20km (round trip) - Total duration: approx. 2.30 / 3.00 hours - Where: Santo Stefano di Sessanio - Lake Racollo (Piana di Campo Imperatore) - Abruzzo

$235.14
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1/5
6 h

Medieval Abruzzo by R. Calascio with typical Abruzzo lunch

Accompanied by a professional local guide take a walk in the Castle of Rocca Calascio, famous for being the frame and set of numerous films and Hollywood films such as "Ladyhawke" and "The Name of the Rose"! Start by visiting the village below the Castle which you will then reach via the path that leads to the entrance bridge passing through the Church of Santa Maria della Pietà located along the path at the foot of the Rocca. You will continue with a typical Abruzzo lunch made of dishes made with excellence that the area expresses such as the Lentil of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, Slow Food Presidium, the Saffron Dell'Aquila D.O.P. and the delicious Canestrato cheese from Castel Del Monte. This will be followed by a visit to the splendid village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio with its newly renovated tower, you will explore its narrow streets and countless shops with its handcrafted products.

$105.81
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2 h

Vespa Tour Abruzzo

Vespa Tour Abruzzo in the valley of the Sirente Velino Regional Natural Park. We will cross Fontecchio, Tione Degli Abruzzi, Goriano Valli, Secinaro, Gagliano Aterno, CastelVecchio Subequo where there will be a break... we will continue the tour to Castel D'Ieri to return to Campana.

$235.14
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10 h

Marsican Abruzzo Tour with Sheep Cheese Making Experience

Join this day trip from Rome to Abruzzo to discover the beauty and the charm of this region. You will travel with private driver in a comfortable private minivan and visit some beautiful towns, such as Bominaco, and the forests and landscapes of the National Park of Abruzzo. Then, join the shepherds, milk the sheeps and make cheese and enjoy a delicious and genuine lunch with local products. You will see Alba Fucens and its amphitheater and stop to watch some beautiful landscapes, lakes and springs. Your driver will pick you up and drop you off at you accommodation.

$1,175.69
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4 h

Half-Day Trip to Castel del Monte from Bari

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to discover Castel del Monte, a jewel nestled in the heart of Puglia. This half-day tour, departing from Bari in a comfortable private minivan, will take you through the picturesque landscapes of the Apulian countryside to this iconic castle. Castel del Monte, with its enigmatic octagonal shape, is not only a masterpiece of medieval architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but also an exceptional film set. In 2016, its imposing walls were transformed into the fortress of Themyscira in the film Wonder Woman, adding a touch of magic and legend to this place already rich in history. With the entrance fee included, you can freely explore the interiors of the castle, admiring the architectural details and letting yourself be enchanted by the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Thanks to the private service, you can enjoy this unique experience at your own pace, without worries.

$229.26
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