Maraviglia Travel Discovering Marche 2013

Marche Discovering

MARCHE

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Discovering

Marche 2013

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Maraviglia Travel

Leading destination specialist in marche, italy The gastronomic tour of the Sibillini Mountains, the love dream weekend with hot-air balloon trip, the Conero mini cruise and the 8 days grand tour of Marche are some of our most representing theme packages. Maraviglia Travel shows guests the exclusiveness of charming secret corners of Marche moving incomparable emotions.

Maraviglia provides the easiest way of travelling around our secret and hidden territory, a totally brand new destination for the tourism sector. Marche has plenty of unspoilt enchanted corners full of charm hard to discover without a deep knowledge of our lands.

Thanks to our experienced and qualified specialists, we are able to guarantee the highest quality accommodation facilities as well as ideal tour proposals.

Travellers create their tailor-made packages directly via internet by simply clicking on a user friendly programme available on our website, a base package can be customised completely.

Optional services upon request: transfer, personal tour guide, limousine service and chauffer, helicopter and yacht transfer, personal shopper and personal butler.

We provide a toll-free number for assistance available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to always rely on and make customers feel confident and relaxed in their holiday choices.

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INDEX Maraviglia plus p. 4 Highlights in Marche p. 8 8 day Tours p. 12 3 day packages p. 26 Optional excursions p. 80 Villas & Apartments p. 98 Hotels & Country Houses p.104

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MARAVIGLIA CONCIERGE A toll-free number is present on your travel documentation.

It ensures permanent qualified assistance, at guests’ disposal 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The most efficient way to get qualified information and advice (excursions, restaurant, events), so as to solve any inconvenience.

Maraviglia by a click www.maravigliatravel.it SPECIAL OFFERS By browsing through Maraviglia website, travellers will keep abreast of seasonal offers, special and convenient tour packages and forthcoming Marchigian special events. Moreover, photographs, pieces of information, tours and events not to be missed.

ONLINE BOOKING To customize a package and make a booking request online is absolutely easy and accessible on Maraviglia website. A user-friendly system enables travellers to choose from the various accommodation facilities and theme packages. Confirm with a click.

Within the following 48 hours after the booking request the traveller is contacted by Maraviglia staff.

TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAYS In order to give personalised answer to travellers’ requirements in keeping with their own tastes, interests and pace, Maraviglia has created a modular construction system of personal choices which can easily be assembled.

So a base package can be customised completely by adding, for example, an extension to the stay, airport transfer services, car rental, food and wine trips, other tours etc. or by simply combining the chosen base package with others present in the catalogue.

Maraviglia catalogue is a friendlyuser practical guide.

A large section of “Optional excursions” helps the traveller to enrich the experience in the surrounding areas of the chosen stay location.

Optional excursions can be booked even when in the location, within 2-3 days before.

Moreover, for every base package there is a range of “Suggested restaurants” and “Optional free visits” from which to choose according to personal tastes, interests and pace.

THE BENEFITS OF EXCLUSIVENESS Maraviglia packages have been created for FIT and small groups.

Fewer people enable better dedicated service responses and more thoughtful satisfying answers to each of the travellers’ requirements. Exclusiveness enhances the possibilities of a closer, more empathic relationship with the local culture. The permanent assistance of tour guides/couriers at guests’ disposal makes travellers feel at ease regarding their leisure requirements since they have all the necessary support to make the most of their choices.

Specific and personalized solutions for Group are available on request.

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IN ORDER TO GUARANTEE MAXIMUM COMFORT SERVICES, A RANGE OF OUTSTANDING SERVICES AT GUESTS’ DISPOSAL: Limousine service and chauffer at guests’ disposal on request at any time of the stay.

Helicopter or yacht transfers.

Personal tourist guides/couriers Personal shopper Personal buttlers/assistants

Luxury Holiday Maraviglia offers fully customised services of the highest level. Tailor-made more exclusive and prestigious customer oriented leisure management. Maraviglia has carefully and accurately selected its suppliers; only best tourist service suppliers are able to ensure quality packages. The best charme accommodations, most elegant country house manors and luxurious hotels in the region form part of Maraviglia package tour creations. Enchanting sceneries and exclusive, off the beaten track corners for unique exceptional experiences and sensations Most flexible solutions to enjoy Marche and its nearby most charming spots.

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HIGHLIGHTS IN MARCHE • Beautiful, varied landscapes, protected areas and parks, from beaches to mountains (Riviera del Conero, Sibillini Mountains Park, etc.)

• Mediterranean climate • Genuine hospitality, harmony and slow living • Incredible historic patrimony: outstanding small hilltop towns, Medieval fortresses, Romanic abbeys and Renaissance masterpieces • Hundreds of Theatres, Opera and historical festivals (Macerata, Pesaro, Jesi, Ascoli, Fermo, etc.)

• Good wines & food and delicious high quality cuisine • Great shopping opportunities and fashion factory stores (Tod’s, Cesare Paciotti, Fabi, etc., appreciated all over the world)

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How to get in the Marche

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BY CAR

• From the North or the South, A14 Bologna-Taranto • From Rome to reach Pesaro-Urbino, SS3 Flaminia ends in Fano passing through Umbria (Perugia, Gubbio) and Acqualagna • From Rome to reaches Ascoli Piceno and San Benedetto del Tronto, A24 Rome-Aquila-Teramo and A14 Bologna-Taranto

BY PLANE

• The International Airport "Raffaello Sanzio" in AnconaFalconara is connected to Rome-Fiumicino flights line Alitalia.

The airport is connected to the center of Ancona line direct train and bus (Conerobus every hour).

In airport there are several car rental companies and taxi service (for more information: www.ancona-airport.com).

• Other International Airports: “F. Fellini” in Rimini, “Aeroporto internazionale d’Abruzzo” in Pescara.

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BY TRAIN

The main railway lines in the region are: • line (Bologna-) Catholic-Porto d'Ascoli (-Lecce), which crosses the region from north to south along the Adriatic coast and connects the main coastal towns; • line (Orte-) Fabriano-Falconara Marittima, Ancona, connecting Lazio, Umbria and the Adriatic coast.

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Porto Potenza Picena

Other complementary lines are: • line-Civitanova Fabriano; • line-Pergola Fabriano.

Civitanova Marche Porto S. Elpidio

BY BOAT

The port of Ancona is connected to Greece, Croatia, the Turkey, Albania and Montenegro. The Dorica Port Services manages the tourist movements for different companies operating (Anek Lines, Adria Ferries, Blue Line, Jadrolinjina, Marmara Lines, Minoan Lines, Montenegro Lines, SNAV and Superfast).

There are also nine marinas: Cattolica, Pesaro, Fano, Senigallia, Ancona, Ancona, Civitanova Marche, Porto San Giorgio and San Benedetto del Tronto.

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8 DAY TOURS • Enrich your tour with our optional excursions, p. 80 to 95.

• You can book them in site!

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he Conero Riviera: sandy shores and villages

Stunning cliffs dropping into the Adriatic. Clear water and white beaches join a gentle countryside, natural setting of vineyard fields where the most cherished grape varieties growing.

The exceptional untouched uniqueness of mountains natural woods that merge the original Mediterranean vegetation. The Mount Conero is an enchanting place, it offer the opportunity of enjoying gorgeous secret beaches, medieval hamlets, quality refined cuisine and world class wines.

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THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:

PROGRAMME

• 7 nights in double room at Sirolo**** hotel

1st DAY: Sirolo

• Breakfast • Guided tour along the Rocchette: the patrolling routes of the Loreto basilica-fortress and guided visit to the "Antico Tesoro" museum of Loreto • Guided wine tasting tour to the prestigious Cantine Garofoli, wine producers of "Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi" and "Rosso Conero" including complimentary first class bottle of wine.

Arrival in Sirolo in the afternoon. This charming fishers village has been practically carved on the white limestone rocks of the Conero mount.

Check-in at the accommodation services located near the narrow alleys of the historic centre, near the fabulous natural balcony on top of the Conero cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean and close to the Park of Sirolo.

Suggestion for dinner: ▶ La Torre Restaurant, in the close small town of Numana.

2nd DAY: Sirolo

In order to reach the beaches of San Michele and Urbani, guests might take the stunning paths down the Conero mount through nature to reach the sea or use the transfer services available from June to September with departures from the hotel or the centre of Sirolo.

Suggestion for lunch: ▶ Da Silvio restaurant on the beach of San Michele, or Sassi Neri restaurant with excellent fish menu options and stunning panoramic view of the Mediterranean.

3rd DAY: Loreto and wine tasting

Sirolo Loreto

A day dedicated to some hidden features of Loreto: after 500 years, the Rocchette are available again. These were once the patrolling routes of the fortress of Loreto and give us a better picture of the story of this basilicafortress construction. These paths above the frescoed vault of the basilica offer visitors the possibility of a closer and more complete appreciation of stunning views, hidden architectonic wonders and details from the top.

The tour continues with a guided visit of a museum: the Antico Tesoro, which is located within the Apostolic Palace. Eventually, a wine-tasting aperitif at the prestigious Cantina Garofoli (well-known local wine producers) where two excellent Marchigian wines will be sipped for a tasting experience: Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi and Rosso Conero.

Local landmark: ▶ In Loreto lies most famous Holy House of Nazareth Shrine. A world's architectonic relic of unique value for pilgrimages.

4th DAY: Portonovo

Maraviglia invites guests to explore a gem of the Conero cliffs: Portonovo Bay. This location offers its white sandy shores made of limestone from the Conero with gorgeous natural Mediterranean flora framing the bay. Also, on the same shores: the historic Guard Tower, the Napoleonic Fortress,

Offagna FESTE MEDIOEVALI

and the lovely Romanic church Santa Maria of Portonovo Conero blessings: ▶ Do not miss to try 'moscioli': most delicious mussels of the Conero Riviera! ▶ A voyage excursion by sailboat, boat or ferry-boat to reach the hidden marvels of the Conero cliffs, such as Le Due Sorelle (the 'two sisters') promontories amid the sea.

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

5th DAY:

There are some excursions to nearby villages and events showing the historic local traditions and which help visitors to catch the authentic wonders of these lands. Do not miss: Offagna, where in the last week of July, it is possible to have fun taking part of the fascinating atmosphere of past times along its colourful streets with plenty of jugglers and musicians.

Recanati, Giacomo Leopardi's birthplace and family house. Numana, with its splendid Antiquarium Statale with plenty of archaeological riches belonging to the Piceni (original settlers of these lands, they lived here during the first millenium B.C.) including a princess's burial outfit.

Camerano with its huge underground maze: the Grotte di Camerano ('the caves of Camerano') underneath the small town itself.

6th DAY:

Standard Room Suite Single Room

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B

C

05/Aug -25/Aug

27/May - 04/Aug 26/Aug - 21/Sep

25/Mar - 26/May 22/Sep -

538 843 660

446 751 568

385 690 507

Beginning/end of stay: Saturday-Saturday.

BABY 0/3-year-old: FREE when sleeping in bed with parents, meals are excluded.

RATE REDUCTIONS: 3rd/ 4th additional bed (possible only in Suite): 3/12-year-old € 317 in A, € 281 in B, € 256 in C, adults € 159 in A, € 140 in B, € 128 in C. EXTRA CHARGES: Half board € 23 per person per day (half board is mandatory in the packages during July and August). Full board € 46 per person per day, beverages excluded.

Note: The days and order of the visits and tours included in the package are indicative. Both excursions can be fixed for other days as long as they are carried out within the same stay and the changes are agreed with Maraviglia.

If the guests look for some adrenaline, there are a number of suggestions Maraviglia provides to integrate your package in advance or book directly here in Marche: there is plenty of choices including horse riding on Mount Conero, paragliding and bike-trekking amid the woods or the Rosso Conero vineyards.

7th DAY:

Maraviglia invites guests to spend a pleasant evening in Senigallia. A lively historical coastal town offering history and art including one of Della Rovere fortresses and the famous Rotonda, a stunning round building on piers above sea level cited even by Fred Buongusto in one of his songs.

Local feature: ▶ The Summer Jumboree Festival taking place in Senigallia; this year from the 4th to the 12th of August, is the most important international festival dedicated to music, culture and fashion of the 50s.

8th DAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.

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HE SIBILLINI AND THEIR DOLCE VITA

On top of the uncontaminated peaks of the Sibillini mountains, in the heart of Marche, nature offers its most regenerating magic. The warmth of locals’ hospitality in the foothills and surrounding valleys determines the immensity of nature and the peace of everyday life rhythms in this part of Italy. With excellent local dishes coming from unique traditions and secrets, the Sibillini are an harmonious combination of landscapes, culture and flavours across the legendary lands of prophetess Sibilla.

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The package includes:

Programme:

• 7 night stay in an historical villa with swimming pool overlooking the Sibillini mountains landscape

1st Day: Special welcoming dinner

• Breakfast

2nd Day: Truffle hunting excursion

• Visit of the enchanting village of Visso and guided tour in 2 traditional farm, including tasting of Sibillini’s typical products (“pecorino” cheese and “ciauscolo” salami) and traditional lunch in a country house.

• Truffle hunting experience with expert hunter and dog , including lunch.

• Guided naturalistic excursion, including outdoor picnic.

Arrival and check-in at the hotel. An incredible renovated historic building offering the highest quality hospitality to make visitors feel comfortable.

After breakfast guests set off on an entertaining truffle hunting adventure with a truffle hunter and his/her dog. They will lead visitors on the trail of the precious Sibillini’s Black Truffle. Amazed by the chance of finding treasures, excursionists will have the possibility of enjoying its taste in a gratifying dish of tagliolini pasta.

After this exciting dive into the Italian cuisine, guests could crown the day with a visit to Camerino. This location offers plenty of fortresses, castles and towers and also stunning painting collections belonging to the XV century.

3rd DAY: Ciauscolo and pecorino tasting tour in Visso

There is no better place than Visso to taste Marchigian ciauscolo (very antique traditional spreading salami) or the typical Sibillini’s pecorino (goat cheese). Unspoilt rich lands and fresh Mediterranean air give outstanding genuine flavours. Early, after breakfast, the day begins with a guided tour along the most traditional and antique tracks of Sibillini herds. Later, the lovely hamlet of Cupi. Here, Sandra and Beniamino will be waiting to make visitors try their fresh ricotta cheese and, possibly, they will even show their ricotta production procedures. Later, the Macereto Sanctuary: renaissance style superb architectural complex. From here, the tour continues towards the enchanting Visso, famous for its ciauscolo production. Giorgio, one of the proudest ‘guardians’ of the traditional production of ciauscolo will be showing guests the invaluable elaboration secrets at his farm centre. Then, a guided tour around the borough of Visso and unscheduled free time to spend at one’s own leisure. We suggest do not miss the chance of reading great Leopardi’s most famous poem: “Infinity” from his own original manuscript at the Civic Museum. Lunch will take place in agriturismo, where visitors will have the chance to taste vincisgrassi (a rural kind of Marchigian lasagne) and other traditional dishes. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.

4th DAY: Naturalistic excursion

On this fourth day the itinerary focuses on the exploration of natural surroundings. Maraviglia has organised a 5 hours’ guided naturalistic Camerino Pievebovigliana Visso

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON excursion and outdoor picnic (food and beverages will be provided).

Destinations will depend upon season and they may include: Ragnolo grass lawn are spectacular sceneries since the beginning of spring when the surrounding mountains have their peaks still covered by snow; later in summer when flowering begins, a colourful spectacular natural show starts. The Lame Rosse (“the red blades”) and the Canyon of Fiastrone (ideal for summer), are exciting excursions through natural high rocky walls and lush vegetation. In winter an excursion experience on these lands is as well exciting with snow rackets or a sledge.

5th DAY: Optional excursion to Pievebovigliana

On the fifth day there is a reinvigorating excursion suggested by Maraviglia.

After breakfast, it would be an excellent choice to visit Pievebovigliana, a picturesque village on an Apennine hillside. Typical Mediterranean chestnut woods where to enjoy a walk at one’s own leisure. Incredible antique herd paved paths belonging to old transhumance routes. Lunch time: Maraviglia suggests some rewarding relaxation moments at a typical agro-tourist centre in Roccamania where guests can have lunch under one of the biggest and oldest oaks in Marche.

6th DAY: Trout fishing excursion to the river Nera

(minimum 2 adults)

A 01/04 31/10 Standard Double Room Apartment with kitchen * Suite with terrace **

595 662 680*

(*) Only at Antico Borgo di Gallano. (**) The suite includes private large terrace and relax zone (only at Villa Collepere).

CHILDREN 0/2 years: free, meals excluded.

CHIDLREN 3/12 years: € 290 in extra bed.

Half Board Supplement (7 dinners): Adults € 175, beverage excluded, to pay at the hotel; Children à la carte.

The package does not include: Transfer services, museum tickets, any other tour, excursion, visit, etc which is not specifically expressed under ‘The package includes’.

N.B: Truffle hunting involves a 2/3-hour walking excursion in the wood with expert hunter and his/her dog/s. Its difficulty is medium. Necessary equipment: customers should be wearing trekking or hiking shoes and carry an extra pair, comfortable long pants and long-sleeved top.

Maraviglia suggests the relaxing experience of fishing on the shores of the Nera River within a context of unique natural beauty. In the area there are different restaurants with plenty of local traditional menus and recipes including trout dishes. Castelsantangelo is a fauna reserve situated alongside the Nera River. It offers the priceless sight of wonderful deers in the wild.

7th DAY: Unscheduled activities

The Sibillini mountains reserve means absolute soothing relaxation. Horse riding or mountain biking are perfect alternatives to visit these wonderful landscapes. Canoeing on the Fiastra lake or ice skating on Ussita ice rink are also available options to enjoy nature in a different way. In winter skiing becomes an option as well, in Frontignano or on the Prata mount or on the Ragnolo grass lawn.

8th DAY: Departure Breakfast and check-out.

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he Best of marche

Unveiling the marvels of Marche while swaying in sea waters amid incredible white reefs in the sunshine; while being able to hear one’s own echo inside the overturned landscape of hidden underground huge caves, extraordinarily giant stalactites hanging over emerald ponds; while feeling unbelievable awe sensations arising in front of Raffaello’s masterpieces or among 100 medieval towers. Let’s undertake a journey to the infinite magic of marvellous Marche in 8 days.

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THE PACKAGE INCLUDES: • 3 nights’ stay at the Excelsior Hotel***** in Pesaro • 2 nights’ stay at Villa Collepere Country House in Matelica • 2 nights’ stay at Residenza 100 Torri Hotel**** in Ascoli Piceno • Breakfast

PROGRAMME 1st DAY: Pesaro

Arrival in Pesaro and check-in at the Excelsior Hotel. Guests are immediately enchanted by the ravishing sleek lines of these luxurious 5 stars accomodation.

Elegance and refinement find the necessary balance for a place right on the Adriatic white beaches. A welcome aperitif will be waiting at the lounge bar and the luxurious Spa overlooking the Mediterranean will be at your disposition.

Before dinner, Maraviglia suggests a visit into Pesaro, where the guest will be able to enjoy the birthplace house of world famous composer Gioacchino Rossini (“The barber of Seville”) and an invaluable collection of ceramics at the Civic Museums. Dinner will be served at the ’59 Restaurant

2nd DAY: The Renaissance genius of Urbino

• Welcome aperitif • 1 lunch and 2 dinners (beverage are excluded) • Free access to the Excelsior Spa • List of suggested restaurants and itineraries • Le Marche con Stile” a shopping guide to Marchigian excellences

Gradara Cartoceto Urbino

Riserva di Fiastra

After breakfast guests may set off for a visit to the renaissance splendour of Urbino, the city of great Raffaello (he was born here). Ducal Palace houses some of the most emblematic renaissance masterpieces by Raffaello, Tiziano, Piero della Francesca and Paolo Ucello and it has been declared cultural heritage patrimony by UNESCO. Private guided tour is possible. The tour may continue round the alleys of the historic centre and up the Fortress of Albornoz.

We suggest completing this tour with a visit to Urbania. Here, the renaissance genius has been kept in the form of renaissance majolica. The techniques of the centuries-old craft are being kept intact in Urbania and visitors will be delighted to watch craftspeople at work in their workshops.

3rd DAY: San Bartolo Hills and Gradara Castle

After breakfast Maraviglia suggests a breathtaking tour along the panoramic road of San Bartolo: guests will enjoy amazing views of the Adriatic and the beautiful natural surroundings of the San Bartolo Mount. Visitors will have a chance to admire the nobility villas which were built in this area at the time of the Sforza and Della Rovere families, such as Villa Imperiale (XV and XVI centuries). Eventually, there lies Gradara! When visiting the castle of Gradara, guests are immediately fascinated by the wrapping striking beauty of the legendary setting of Paolo and Francesca’s love story. Their passionate and tragic love has been immortalized by Dante Alighieri in his Divine Comedy.

Maraviglia offers an exclusive guided tour around rooms, corridors and gardens of the fortress on request.

4th DAY: Conero Riviera and Matelica

Breakfast and check-out. Guests set off for Matelica. On the way to Matelica, the Conero cliffs deserve special attention. The beauty of these dropping walls into crystal clear Mediterranean waters of white pebbled and sandy shores is unique. On top, wild brush vegetation frames this protruding piece of Adriatic

Tolentino Caldarola

Ascoli Piceno

coastline. This stretch of shores offers the incredible riches of its fisher villages, such as Sirolo, Numana and Portonovo bay. One of the best ways of embracing all of this is by means of a sailboat excursion along these coasts (upon request).

Lunch has been programmed at one of the most renowned restaurants on the Conero cliffs. Arrival in Matelica and check-in at Villa Collepere, a refined country house with an outdoor swimming pool which originally -in the XVII century- used to be a hunting lodge. The wonderful floor-to-ceiling window panels of the villa overlook the stunning greenery of the surrounding hills and their adorable vineyards.

5th DAY: Frasassi Caves, Natural Reserve of Fiastra and wine-tasting

After breakfast, the most adventurous of all excursions may begin: the Frasassi caves in Genga. This karstic complex is one of the largest ones in Europe.

Newfound sensations of complete awe will arise amid emerald creeks, streams and small falls within small and big caverns; huge stalactites and stalagmites inside unbelievably enormous caves. Ticket access is available on request. Those in search of relaxing strolls amid milennial history may find the perfect alleys and streets around Macerata. Here, the Palazzo Ricci museum houses the works of XX century’s famous artists such as Giorgio de Chirico, Giacomo Balla, Ivo Pannaggi. For those in search of Mediterranean greenery, a walk around the exciting natural reserve circumscribing the impressive Romanic Abbey of Fiastra, near Macerata, will provide most rewarding relaxation. Unspoilt nature can be explored and admired along signalled paths around the woods.

On request, the abbey and its cloisters can be visited with a guided tour which will lead guests to the most hidden corners and secrets inside these antique constructions. The tour may continue with a wine-tasting into one of the most striking and suggestive winery estates in Marche: Il Pollenza. Dinner will be waiting at Le Case gourmet restaurant.

6th DAY: Shopping tour and Ascoli Piceno

Breakfast and check-out. In this suggested itinerary, guests set off for Ascoli Piceno. On the way to the city of Ascoli Piceno, Maraviglia suggests visiting the fashion business cluster located between the cities of Civitanova Marche and Fermo. Some of the most famous Italian shoe producers are situated here: Tod’s, Hogan, Prada and many others will be offering their best “Made in Italy” collections and sales with most convenient prices. Visitors will have the possibility of doing this tour with a personal shopper. Arrival in Ascoli Piceno and check-in. The hotel is a few steps away from Piazza del Popolo, one of the most beautiful squares of Italy.

7th DAY: Ascoli Piceno and Offida

The city of Ascoli Piceno is known among Italians as the “100 towers city”. This

most ancestral settlement has plenty of architectural and art riches including roman, medieval, gothic and renaissance constructions. Here, the white tones and shades of travertine stone are remarkable feature of the city. When strolling around the squares, alleys and narrow streets of this ancestral city, visitors will have the chance to come across Latin or vulgar Latin inscriptions on the door architraves of the oldest buildings. They are proverbs, old sayings and mottos written on the second half of the XV century when the city of Ascoli Piceno enjoyed one of the most magnificent and rich cultural phase. Guests may want, can tour round the city to understand these inscriptions with a tour guide who will lead them into their meanings and stories. Lunch time: we suggest choosing one of the typical wine bar/restaurants in Offida and trying some of the most delicious Italian meals including the inevitable Ascolan olives.

In Offida the art of bobbin lace is an antique hand craft. It is common to see Italian ladies working at their bobbins in the streets using techniques which have been handed down from generation to generation. It is possible to request the services of a tour guide who will lead visitors to the historical iconic attractions of Offida including some bobbin lace shops in order to be able to have some hands-on lessons on the craft.

8th DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

NET RATE PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

Double Room

Single Room

01/03 - 30/05 01/10 - 22/12

595

900

31/05 - 07/07 10/09 - 30/09

645

955

08/07 - 04/08

675

1010

05/08 - 25/08

840

1345

26/08 - 09/09

755

1165

NOTES: The programme has been planned on a Sunday-to-Sunday stay basis. In case of arrival on a different day of the week the original schedule may undergo non essential changes. Children’s rates shall be communicated upon booking.

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SHORT BREAKS

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ive Marche through the eyes of a photographer

A journey that turns into a reportage, to describe the territory through photography, together with an expert photographer who will teach you the secrets of this job. A unique way to discover the most wonderful towns and admire the stunning views of nature‌ capturing them in a photo!

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The package includes: • 3 nights in double room at Country House Resort Le Case • Breakfast with handmade genuine products • 2 days’ photographic course, including necessary photographic equipment for the course (photographer English speaking ) • Daily access to Wellness Area with swimming pool •1 Gourmet Dinner at Enoteca Restaurant (beverage excluded) • SGift before departure Available all year long except September

PROGRAMME 1st DAY:

Arrival at Macerata, accommodation in an elegant resort, an oasis of relax that invites you to stop and take a break to admire the view. We suggest you go for a walk in the lands and discover the heart of Macerata.

You can visit the historical centre and why not ask for a guide?

If you prefer a walk in the wood, do not miss the tracks of the Natural Reserve of Fiastra or enjoy a bike ride in the near archaeological park of Urbisaglia (guide and bike rental on request).

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ Let yourself be charmed by the magic of Casolare dei Segreti in Treia or by the gourmet restaurant and wine shop Le Case.

2nd DAY:

A day completely dedicated to the photography course. The setting will vary according to the chosen tour and to the season. After breakfast you will meet the photographer Luca and you will get to the first destination (with your own vehicle). You will attend the first theory lesson and the landscape photographic techniques. You’ll learn that taking a photo first of all means to connect yourself with the scenery and wait for the right moment. Lunch not included and afternoon to be spend taking photos. You will be able to practice the theory of composition: correct use of filters, light, how to choose the right place to take a wonderful photo. Return in the evening. Dinner not included.

3rd DAY:

Meeting with Luca and departure for the second destination. At the first lights of morning the pink nuances on the water or on the white snow scenery will provide an unforgettable setting for wonderful photos. After breakfast, you will get into post-production, with theory and practical lessons on image elaboration. Lunch non included and departure in the afternoon. The wellness area of the resort will be waiting for you to get some relax until the evening. Dinner at your own choice.

Monte Conero

Monti Sibillini

4th DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

WORKSHOPS CALENDAR From the middle of March to the middle of April

Conero and Leopardi’s "Infinity hill"

Imagine the view of a small country road surrounded by mystery. The sea comes closer and gets lost in the horizon, while you are fascinated by the yellow brooms.

This is the location of the ‘Infinito’ by Leopardi.

From the middle of April to the middle of June

In the land of gentle hills

In this period you can discover the most genuine side of Marche, when guests focus their eyes on coloured hills. In April the red of poppies dominates the cornfields and it turns into gold in May; in June you can see the nice sunflowers. Conero or the Sibillini Mountains will be the setting of the second destination of the tour.

From the middle of June to the middle of July

From the Sibillini Mountains to Conero: nature is blooming

In this period nature will show us two breathtaking blossoms: the one of lentils in the plain of Castelluccio and the other one of lavender on the top of Conero…two extraordinary explosions of colours that will fascinate you!

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

Package rate per adult course participant

01/10 – 23/12

Workshop for 1 person Workshop for 2 persons Workshop for 3-6 persons

640 540 440

Package rate per adult course not participant

236

BABY 0/2 years: free in cradle or in bed with parents, meals excluded.

Extra night: € 60 in standard double room.

Notes: The course is suitable for amateurs who want to improve their photographic skills. The excursions have an easy level of difficulty. They do not require any physical preparation. Suggestions: water supplies, trekking shoes, dressing with layers. Maraviglia may at its discretion vary the programme or cancel one or both lessons because of adverse conditions, for example the weather or for safety reasons. If Maraviglia cancel one or both lessons, there will be a complete refund for each missed lesson with deduction of operative and processing costs. In case of any changes guests will be adequately informed earlier.

From the middle of July to the end of August

From the Sibillini Mountains to Conero: natural paradises

The Gorges of Infernaccio or Fiastrone will be the scenery of the course. A lush and wild location with hidden ravines, hermitages and creeks, where guests focus their eyes on the natural erosion and high peaks. From the top of Conero you will walk down paths and streams to reach the beach of Portonovo.

From October to the middle of November

Autumn atmospheres

October: the month of wine and warm colours. From the long rows of vineyards to the undergrowth created by chestnuts trees, you will discover the nuances of autumn, from yellow to orange, without forgetting the crimson red that completes the scenery.

From the middle of November to the middle of March

Waiting for the dawn on the snow

From the white rooftops to the snow on the Sibillini Mountains you will live a real adventure in the snow! A walk with the traditional snowshoes to reach your destination and to live the beauty of dawn in the snow.

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HOPPING with Chauffeur

Time to go shopping!

Let yourself be seduced by a tour in the land of style and taste and by the elegance of the Ambassador staff, who will welcome you in an exclusive villa overlooking the sea. You will have a private chauffeur who will suggest the most glamorous and famous factory stores and outlets, such as Tod’s, Prada and Cesare Paciotti, and he will also reveal the names of exclusive tailor’s shops and artisanal shops, which will create customised and wonderful products!

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 3 nights in Superior room with breakfast at Villa Lattanzi Luxury Refuge 5* in Torre di Palme

1st DAY:

• Upgrade in superior room or room wit sea-view • Vip Welcome with the Ambassador staff and aperitif with friandises and fresh fruits served on the top floor of the Villa with exclusive access to the spa area with sauna and hydromassage with herbs and flowers from the park • Shopping illustrated guide “Le Marche con Stile” (Marche with Style) and Privilege Card to have exclusive advantages • Limousine service with luxury car and private chauffeur for a half-day shopping tour (mini-van in case of 4-5 people) • 1 dinner with tasting of local products (drinks not included)

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

Double Room Double room used as single (DUS)

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B

09/01 - 4/04 11/04 - 14/06 17/09 - 20/12

05/04 - 10/04 15/06 - 16/09 21/12 - 7/01

688 831

770 965

Arrival in the afternoon and accommodation in an eighteen century villa, recently renovated. VILLA LATTANZI***** is situated in a private park overlooking the sea, surrounded by silence and with a precious romantic atmosphere, full of charm.

You will be welcomed by an aperitif served in the discrete tower on the top floor of the Villa, followed by an hydromassage bath with herbs and flowers from the park. You will have the time to relax and think about your shopping thanks to the guide Le Marche con Stile (Marche with Style)! Dinner with special menu and local dishes of Marche in the restaurant of the Villa.

2nd DAY:

After breakfast, our private chauffeur will drive you in a customised fashion tour! Thanks to the guide Le Marche con Stile (Marche with Style), you will just have to choose among the best brands of Marche that produce shoes, clothes and accessories for men, women and children. You will also have small advantages such as promotions and early season previews.

Dinner not included.

Curiosità: ▶ You can choose to have a personal shopper, who will organise the tour based on your preferences and will suggest the most exclusive places!

3rd DAY:

Breakfast at the villa and free morning. We can recommend a walk in Torre di Palme, a medieval terraced town with breathtaking views on the sea from the small streets.

For dinner we can suggest: ▶ The restaurant Jemo a Lu Focarù, a discrete place in the heart of Torre di Palme that offers a delicious cuisine!

4th DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

EXTRA CHARGE: Personal Shopper: 96 Euros for groups up to 5 people.

Minimum Stay in August: 7 nights. Extra night per person: in Period A 93 Euros in Double Room, 136 Euros in DUS; in Period B 119 Euros in Double Room, 178 Euros in DUS. BABY 0/2 years: free in bed with parent, meals not included. Free cradle on request at the moment of the reservation. CHILDREN 3/14 years: it is not possible to have an extra bed in rooms. However, connecting rooms are available. Prices on request.

Distretto della moda

Torre di Palme

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Fermo, Piazza del Popolo

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ove dream in an hot-air balloon

Touching the leaves of trees while floating on a hot-air balloon, admiring from the sky the unspoilt nature while watching the sun sets on the horizon‌flying following your emotions through the sweet chills of the wind. Giving this gift to the person you love really means leaving a sign in the clouds for a wonderful and unforgettable love story.

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in double room at the Relais Benessere Borgo Lanciano****

1st DAY:

• breakfast • Hot-air balloon tour with an expert pilot and champagne on board • Visit of Caldarola Castle with audio-guide and dinner by candlelight at the castle restaurant • Use of the swimming pool and daily access to Kimben Spa

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

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B

30/03 - 01/04 27/04 - 01/05 31/05 - 02/06 10/08 - 24/08

16/03 - 29/03 02/04 - 26/04 02/05 - 30/05 03/06 - 09/08 25/08 - 30/09

507 565 1110 1175

482 540 1060 1140

Arrival in the afternoon in Castelraimondo and accommodation, an elegant Relais surrounded by nature, with fascinating and comfortable rooms. The Hotel Spa will wait for you to offer you a moment of pure wellness and, on request, it is possible to have a relaxing massage for you and your partner. To discover the wonderful scenery, with many castles and ancient fortresses set in the lush nature, you can take a walk near Camerino and Castelraimondo. The Castle of Lanciano is just 500m from the Relais!

2nd DAY:

The next day you will find the hot-air balloon waiting for you in the garden of the Relais! Peacefully floating in the sky, you will discover the ancient towns and castles, the vineyards and the gentle hills and you will observe the Sibillini Mountains and the blossom valleys. Together up in the sky among the clouds, you will live the emotions of flying towards the horizon and make a toast with champagne while the sun sets. The moment will be even more unforgettable if you give this trip as a surprise to your partner: we will help you make your love dream come true!

The emotions will continue in the evening, with an elegant dinner by candlelight in the Castle of Caldarola restaurant. It will be the perfect setting for a romantic dinner and a night tour of its fantastic rooms.

3rd DAY:

Breakfast and check-out. per Person in double room per Person in single room per Family (2 ad. + 1 child 8/12 years) per Family (3 adults)

CHILDREN 0/4 years: free, meals and hot-air balloon tour not included. CHIDLREN 4/12 years: free, with accommodation in extra bed, maximum 1 per room.

Notes: The hot-air balloon tour can be done at sunset or at dawn. It is necessary to make your reservation at least 7 days before the chosen day. The flight will take about one hour, the activity takes around 3 hours. It is necessary to wear long trousers and shoes without heels. Children under 140 cm are not allowed. Maximum 4-5 passengers. The flight can be cancelled at any time according to the pilot for bad weather conditions and when the security of passengers cannot be guaranteed. In this case, Maraviglia will guarantee a fixed rate refund of the price, at the net of the operative expenses.

Castelraimondo

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Campagna Marchigiana

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radara The walls of eternal love

A visit of Gradara Castle is a trip where time does not exists. An experience without any limit where the sight travels to the remains of a glorious history that was never cancelled, while the wind recalls ancient tradition.

The fortress is a poetic setting, surrounded by gentle and unspoilt hills on the horizon, where the unforgettable passion and love between Paolo and Francesca echos.

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights at charming Relais La Loggia ****, inside the walls of Gradara

1st DAY:

• 1 private tour of Gradara (castle and historical center, including the romantic patrolling routes) • 1 dinner by candlelight • 1 treatment for two people with salts from Cervia and exclusive access to the wellness area including sauna

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

Double Standard Junior Suite

01/01 – 20/12

Every extra- night

303 335

90 106

SPECIAL OFFERS:

▶ MIDWEEK DISCOUNT: € 4,50 € per night per person for the Sunday to Thursday stay.

Discount not available on Junior Suite and on festivity.

Arrival in the afternoon in Gradara and accommodation in a luxury Relais inside the walls of the Castle.

The sight from each room is never casual and it offers special views of Gradara: the clock of the square, the facing of San Giovanni Battista Church, the merlons of the castle where Paolo and Francesca loved each other. Cromo-therapic and large showers in every room ensure the perfect relaxation after a day of excursion. In the afternoon, a guide will lead to a tour for the couple inside the Castle, in the setting where the love story between Paolo and Franscesca, immortalized by Dante Alighieri in the Divine Comedy, took place. Then you will be led in the evocative alleys of the ancient town and you will have a delicious candlelight dinner in central restaurant, where you can taste dishes of the local tradition.

Curiosity: ▶ during the tour you will walk the ancient patrolling routes at sunset!

2nd DAY:

The next day we suggest a tour of the panoramic road of San Bartolo, where you can admire the beauty of the Marchigian landscape. You can stop in the wonderful village of Fiorenzuola di Focara and go down the beach across the “love road”. In the evening, take a moment to relax in the Spa with the treatments with sea salt from Cervia: the sauna will be open until late in the evening to let you relax and rediscover with your partner the harmony of the body. Dinner is left to your own choice.

3rd DAY:

Check-out. Free time for shopping or other visits.

SUPPLEMENT: Daily breakfast including room service € 16,00 per day per person.

Gradara

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Fiorenzuola di Focara

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etal Bath

among 100 towers

A fascinating medieval town made of travertine, a route among Romans bridges and wonderful historical buildings.

A charming mansion surrounded by towers and a scented petal bath in a magical and intimate atmosphere‌ a romantic experience in a fairytale place!

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in Suite with breakfast at Residenza 100 Torri****, in the historical centre of Ascoli Piceno.

1st DAY:

• Reserved parking • Aphrodisiac aperitif on arrival with a glass of bubbling champagne • Special atmosphere in the room with flowers and flower bath with herbs and natural essences in whirlpool bath • 1 special dinner at an ancient winery, with romantic atmosphere • Surprise gift on departure

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults) 02/01 23/12 Adults Every extra-night

299 97

Arrival in Ascoli Piceno in the afternoon and accommodation at Residenza 100 Torri, a small charming hotel inside one of the most beautiful historical buildings of the town, within short distance from the enchanting Piazza del Popolo. You will be welcomed with a delicious and aphrodisiac aperitif served in the bewitching ‘winter garden’ of the hotel or in the private balcony of your room. It will be followed by a romantic and relaxing petal bath with herbs and natural essences in the wonderful Suite 100 Torri, in a magical and elegant atmosphere.

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ Restaurant Il Piccolo Teatro Curiosity: ▶ You can go and discover the streets of the historical centre of Ascoli with a walk under the stars to make your stay even more magical!

2nd DAY:

We’ve reserved for you a romantic dinner at a special location: an ancient winery, just 15 minutes far from Ascoli center.

Curiosity: ▶ You can visit the Cathedral of Sant’Emidio, the Church of San Francesco, and the Civic Picture Gallery (Pinacoteca Civile) with paintings of Carlo Crivelli, Titian, Pietro Alemanno and Cola d’Amatrice. The tour for visiting the historic paper mill of the Popes is just outside the town and it is very nice and beautiful..

3nd DAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and check-out

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Ascoli Piceno

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avonnage and hammam for the couple

Give yourself a moment of peace with your partner, in an elegant Spa overlooking the sea, with rituals that will make your body splendidly relaxed: a steam bath to fight stress and tensions, to alleviate breathing problems and to favour skin renovation and purification. A pleasant savonnage, with a scrub and a massage will complete the treatment for a sensation of total wellness!

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in Seaview & Balcony Room at Hotel Excelsior ***** in Pesaro

1st DAY:

• Welcome Aperitif at Bistro Cafè or Lido • Daily Breakfast with an abundant buffet of salty and sweet products.

• Free unlimited access to the Spa. •1 hammam steam bath and emotional shower with black Moroccan soap savonnage, followed by kassa glove scrub and final massage with Argan oil.

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

A

B

C

02/01 - 27/03 01/11 -26/12

28 /03 - 30/05 01/10 - 31/10

31/05 - 07/07 10/09 - 30/09

Superior Room Extra night

€ 259 78

€ 269 83

€ 297 97

De Luxe Room Extra night

€ 278 87

€ 287 92

€ 315 106

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E

08/07 - 04/08

26/08 - 09/09

Superior Room Extra night

€ 315 106

€ 414 155

De Luxe Room Extra night

€ 344 120

€ 460 168

Arrival in Pesaro in the afternoon and accommodation in a boutique hotel with an elegant and exclusive atmosphere; a place overlooking the sea, plenty of art and poetic views. The Spa is located on the top floor of the hotel and has a breathtaking view on the sea and rooms with fireplace… the perfect place to be pampered and have some relax.

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ ’59 Restaurant, with meat and seafood recipes.

2nd DAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and free time to discover the wellness treatments offered by the Spa or enjoy a walk among the treasures of Pesaro.

Curiosity: ▶ in the Civic Museums of Piazza Toschi Mosca you will admire the beautiful Bellini’s work and a precious collection of Renaissance pottery.

Curiosity: ▶ we recommend a trip along the Adriatic Panoramic Street (Strada Panoramica Adriatica) across the hills of San Bartolo.

From here you can reach the Gradara Castle. Along the route, you can see some of the aristocratic villas that dated at the Sforza and Della Rovere period. You will also see the Villa Imperiale.

Curiosity: ▶ on the hills of San Bartolo, please stop to visit the sailor town of Fiorenzuola di Focaia, perched on hills, with wonderful views of the sea.

3th DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

BABY 0/5 years: free. Children 6-12 years in extra bed: 56 € per night (only in Deluxe room, maximum 1 per room, Spa and treatments not included). Dinner 50 € per day per person, drinks not included.

SPECIAL OFFER4 night stay: 30 € discount per person from 02.01.2013 to 30.04.2013 and from 01.10.2013 to 26.12.2013. 7 night stay: 40 € discount per person from 01.05.2013 to 04.08.2013 and from 10.09.2013 to30.09.2013.

Pesaro

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Pesaro, Teatro Rossini

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"

inding" Acqualagna truffles

The highest Valley of Metatauro is a territory full of truffles, fresh mushrooms, cheese and fine extra virgin olive oils. Become a truffle hunter for a day and try to find the treasure with the help of dogs‌ you will discover delicious new flavours and the excellence of food in the heart of Marche!

PROGRAMME

The package includes: • 2 nights in double room with breakfast at Urbino Resort ****, an elegant refuge in the countryside near Urbino • 1 adventurous experience looking for truffles with an expert • 1 tasting of delicatessen with truffle at the end of the trip

1st DAY :

Arrival in the afternoon and accommodation in the hotel, just outside Urbino, among gentle hills and centuries-old oak woods.

In order to enjoy this view, we suggest to go for a horse ride (upon request) or you a visit to the historical centre of Urbino.

You can also choose to relax yourself in the Spa. For dinner, we have prepared for you many local dishes reinterpreted in a new and original way.

Curiosity: ▶ Do not forget to taste the delicious ‘caciotta’ cheese of Urbino and the Fossa cheesea.

2nd DAY:

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

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B

C

01/01 - 06/01 28/03 - 01/04 24/04 - 01/05 31/05 - 15/09 01/11 - 03/11 06/12 - 08/12

02/04 - 23/04 02/05 - 30/05 16/09 - 29/09

07/01 - 27/03 30/19 - 31/10 04/11 - 05/12 09/12 - 22/12

213 249 289

202 223 267

191 212 245

Superior Room Suite Superior Double room used as single

Breakfast at the hotel. In Acqualagna our expert truffle hunter will wait for you together with his dogs, and you will discover the atmosphere of the undergrowth vegetation looking for the precious truffles… and if you find it, you can keep it! Then you can follow the scents of Acqualagna truffles to find the place where you can taste truffle creams, cheese, oil and pasta and many other delicious truffle dishes!

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ To make your magic experience even better, we suggest the Restaurant Symposium 4 Stagioni: the chef Lucio Pompili will surprise you with his fine local dishes and you can taste the olive oil DOP of Cartoceto.

3rd DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

Curiosità: ▶ Near the hotel you can go visit Fermignano, with its evocative alleys or the impressive faces of the gorge Gola del Furlo

Baby 0-3 years: free in bed with parents. Cradle: 20 € per night. Children 3-12 years in extra bed: 65 € (3rd bed in SUP and SUI, 4th bed only in Suite).

EXTRA CHARGE: Half Bord: adults 25 € (2 course menu) or 35 € (3 course menu), beverage excluded; Children à la carte. Spa access: 30 €.

NOTES: Prices do not include: transfers (to be done with own vehicle). The hunting truffles trip is available every day except for Sunday. It is an activity with medium-low difficulty. It requires comfortable clothes, trousers and long-sleeved shirt, hiking boots or similar, a change of shoes, water. In case of bad weather the trip could be cancelled.

Urbino Acqualagna

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Serra Sant'Abbondio, Eremo di Fonte Avellana

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trip

among the flavours and the pleasures of food

A gastronomic journey to follow the rhythms of nature and to live the good old traditions of the country, in the place where they were born. An exploration of genuine tastes such as oil, wine, goat cheese, Fossa cheese of Marche, with an exceptional guide, the starred chef Lucio Pompili! A unique experience for your palate in one of the best gourmet restaurant of Italy.

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in double room with view and breakfast at Resort Symposium, an elegant piece of paradise, surrounded by nature, in the countryside of Urbino.

1st DAY:

• 1 guided food tour with the Chef Pompili, with visit of an oil mill, a cellar, a cheese factory and a didactic farm for children.

• transfer service for the food tour.

• 2 gourmet dinners to be decided together with the Chef and local wines, in the prestigious restaurant Symposium 4 Stagioni

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults) 01/04 – 30/10 with 2-3 adults with 4 or more adults

294 240

Beginning of the stay: Wednesday or Thursday.

CHILDREN 0/12 years: free in bed with parents (max. one extra bed per room). EXTRA CHARGE: Double room used as single € 15 per night; Extra night € 60 per person; COOKING CLASS (minimum 4 participants) € 80 per person.

Arrival in the afternoon in Cartoceto-Serrungarina and accommodation. During free time, you can relax yourself in the garden of the resort admiring the wonderful view on olive groves, you can go for a swim in the swimming pool! For dinner, let the delicious dishes of the chef satisfy your palate with appetizing flavours of what you will eat the following day.

Curiosity: ▶ This territory is famous for olive trees since XVII century, when there were already 15 oil mills, which produced oil for the Republic of Venice and the Papal State! Now this famous oil has the DOP designation..

2nd DAY :

After a delicious breakfast, the Chef Pompili will accompany you in a trip for your senses, to discover the good tastes and recognize the best products to create the most excellent dishes! Departure by car at 9.30 am from the hotel and arrival in Cartoceto, a wonderful eighteenth century house, where, since 1660, the oil mill Frantoio del Trionfo is located. You will see the whole production phases, according to the ancient mechanical system with pulleys, belts and granite mullers. After the tasting, you will continue your visit of the wine cellar Le Ripe where, from the vineyard to the cellar for barrels, you will discover what’s behind a good glass of ‘Bianchello del Metauro’ or of ‘Sangiovese’. Last stop is the cheese factory Beltrami, where you will taste many types of goat and sheep milk cheese and you will find out the processes of ageing with the result of different flavours, such as that one of Fossa cheese Ovillis Ambrosia, aged in the historical snow cellars of Palazzo Rusticucci. Return to the hotel and dinner with a wide range of choices at the Restaurant Symposium.

3rd DAY :

Breakfast and check-out.

Cartoceto

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Rocca di Mondavio

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iauscolo and pecorino: the sibillini soft flavours

The discovery of the Sibillini Mountains starts with the tasting of its most ancient products, with the scent of its precious truffles and with the pastures where you can find the cows of Sopravvissana.

Their milk is the fundamental ingredient to produce the aromatic and sharp taste of the pecorino cheese of this area. A scent that becomes even stronger if blended with that one of burnt wood and of salami put near the fireplace, while outside the air makes us think of snow‌

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in double room in an historical accomodation overlooking the Sibillini Mountains

1st DAY:

• Buffet breakfast • 1 welcome dinner with truffles dishes, beverage excluded • Guided tour of the town of Visso, with tasting of local products, such as pecorino cheese and ciauscolo salami, and lunch in a typical agritourismo.

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

A

B

01/04 - 30/09

01/01 -31/03 01/10 - 31/12 *

253 119 25

235 98 25

Adults Children 5-12 years Children 3-5 years * (*) Meals are excluded. Children 0-3 years: free.

The prices do not include: transfers, entrance tickets to museums, tour and extra visits and any other things not expressly written in the programme.

Notes: Outdoor swimming pool available from 1/5 to 15/9

Arrival during the day and accommodation in a country house, an antique palace overlooking the Sibillini Mountains. You will stay in a quiet place near Visso and Camerino, the main towns of the Dukes Da Varano that nowadays fascinate tourists with their lands full of castles. In the evening you will taste a delicious welcome dinner with truffle dishes.

Curiosity: ▶ If you visit Camerino, do not forget to go to the Civic Museum, with paintings of fifteenth-century artists.

2nd DAY:

Visso and its surroundings are the best place to taste ciauscolo and the pecorino cheese of the Sibillini Mountains! The tour will start early in the morning along the ancient route of the shepherds towards the small village of Cupi, where Sandra and Beniamino will make you taste fresh ricotta and the pecorino cheese scented with saffron, truffles and wild herbs. After a stop at the Sanctuary of Macereto (a beautiful Renaissance architecture), you will continue towards Visso, an ancient town ‘embroidered’ on the rocks and birthplace of the ciauscolo. In the ancient specialty butcher shop of mister Giorgio, you will taste a soft salami spread on a slice of bread. Lunch in Visso in a typical local restaurant; free time in the afternoon and dinner in the hotel.

Curiosity: ▶ in Visso the original manuscript of Leopardi’s L’Infinito is preserved…let yourself be captured by reading it and fly in a world of authentic emotions!

3rd DAY :

Breakfast and check-out.

Curiosity: ▶ before departure, you can visit the Fiastra Lake and reach the beautiful hills of Bolognola, with a breathtaking view on the Apennine Mountains. In alternative, you can visit the evocative town of Pievebovigliana, surrounded by nature.

Camerino

Visso

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Castelluccio di Norcia

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INE TASTING at "Domodimonti" estate

Domodimonti is poetry and art of wine. It represents winemaking according to natural methods, from biological grapes and handmade grape harvest, without any additions of sugar, acids or additives.

A great passion and knowledge to create excellent wines, a unique tour to discover and taste them!

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in double room Superior with breakfast at Villa Lattanzi Luxury Refuge 5* in Torre di Palme.

1st DAY:

• Upgrade in superior room or room with sea-view.

• Guided tour of the prestigious wine cellar Domodimonti, with tasting of 5 different wines, cheeses and cured meat of the territory. You will also taste the typical Olive all’Ascolana, stuffed olives rolled in breadcrumbs. The tour includes guided visit of Montefiore dell’Aso village • Gift: extra virgin olive oil “Olio Monte Fiore” • 1 dinner with tasting menu and local wines • Exclusive access to the spa on the top floor of the Villa, with sauna and hydromassage with herbs and flowers from the park.

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

In double Room In double room used as single

A

B

09/01 - 4/04 11/04 - 14/06 17/09 - 20/12

05/04 - 10/04 15/06 - 16/09 21/12 - 7/01

312 422

364 509

Arrival in the afternoon and accommodation in VILLA LATTANZI*****, a wonderful eighteenth century villa situated in a private wood overlooking the sea, surrounded by silence and a romantic atmosphere. At 16.00, you will discover the wine cellar Cantina Domodimonti, in Montefiore dell’Aso. Thanks to an expert sommelier guide, you will follow the various phases for the creation of a good wine, from the vineyard to the ageing in barrels. The tour will end with a tasting experience of 5 different wines (the rosè wine Marche ITG Rosato “Piccolo Principe”, two white wines, Offida DOC Pecorino “LiCoste” and l’Offida DOC Passerina “DEJA V”, two red wines, Marche IGT “Monte Fiore” and “Picens”). Each wine has a unique essence and you will appreciate their flavours with local cheeses and cured meats. Dinner – tasting in the hotel with local wines such the red Rosso Piceno DOC. Curiosity: ▶ We suggest a walk along one of the beautiful track in the private wood of Villa Lattanzi!

2nd DAY:

Breakfast and free time. In the afternoon, an exclusive moment of relax in the intimate Spa on the top floor of the Villa!

Curiosity: ▶ the beautiful medieval town of Torre di Palme is right near the Villa!

Curiosity: ▶ Ain Fermo you can visit the wonderful Piazza del Popolo, the Cathedral and a large underground architecture: the Romans tanks (I sec. A.D.) Suggestion for dinner:: ▶ The restaurant Jemu a lu Fucarò, in Torre di Palme, is the ideal setting for a romantic and delicious dinner!

3rd DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

Beginning of the stay: from Sunday to Thursday. Minimum 7 nights in August.

BABY 0/2 years: free in bed with parent, meals not included. Free cradle on request at the moment of the reservation. EXTRA CHARGE: Extra night in double room € 95 in A, € 121 in B, Extra night in single room € 140 in A, € 182 in B. TO BE PAID AT THE HOTEL: Massages and body/face treatments on request. On request, aperitif and meals on the terrace of the turret. Beach service to be decided with the structure.

NOTES: it is not possible to have an extra bed in the rooms. However, connecting rooms are available. Tasting experience in the wine cellar is not possible on Saturdays and Sundays.

Torre di Palme Montefiore dell'Aso

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Offida, Vigneti

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T

he Conero

in a sailing boat Mini-cruise 3 days / 2 nights

Stories of lands and men, of sea winds and cliffs blend with a sailing boat experience. Enter in a new dimension, where you can discover the outline of the Cathedral of San Ciriaco at sunset, have dinner with friends and wait for the dawn under the stars, rocked by ancient pirate legends‌ an intense trip, to live on the route of emotions!

The package includes:

PROGRAMMA

• Sailing boat cabin accommodation with 2 beds

1st DAY:

• Skipper service • Fuel, tax, mooring at Marina Dorica port of Ancona

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

A: Sun Odissey 45 (year 2008)

14 mt, sailing/motor, cruising speed 8 knots. 4 double cabins + large dinette convertible to double berth (10 beds in total), 2 WC, kitchen, tender, twin rudders.

B: Comet 333 (anno 1998)

10 mt, sailing/motor, 2 double cabins + dinette convertible to double berth (6 beds in total), 1 WC, kitchen.

15/04 -30/09

250 € 15/04 -30/09

235 €

NOTES: The activity is not suitable for children under 5 The price does not include storeroom expenses or meals.

Extra charge for daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and beverages: 125 € per person available only for B solution.

Meeting between 11:00 and 18.00 at the touristic port “Marina Dorica” of Ancona, where our skipper will be waiting for you.

Dinner not included and accommodation on boat.

Curiosity: ▶ The view of the historical centre of Ancona is perfect for a walk before boarding!

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ ask our skipper and he will be delighted to introduce you to the happy and convivial atmosphere of the sea.

2nd DAY:

Day to spend on boat to discover the Conero coast, with the beautiful view of white cliffs that fall sheer into the sea, surrounded by the lush trees of the Conero Park. You will see antique fishermen towns such as Sirolo and Numana and historical towers and fortresses full of legends, such as the Napoleonic Fortress.

Curiosity: ▶ the coast of Conero offers natural caves and cliffs where you can find many sea animals and sea vegetation, the perfect place for those who love snorkeling! Pirate legends enrich these cliffs with fascinating mystery.

3rd DAY:

Day spent on boat. Return to the port of Ancona at 18.00 (according to your needs).

castelfidardo

Osimo Camerata Picena

Aguglano

Offagna

Numana Sirolo

marcelli numana

badia di san pietro

grotta Urbani san Michele mezzavalle

sassi Neri

Portonovo La Vela

scoglio dek trave

le due sorelle

passetto

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Monte Conero, Campi di Lavanda

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F

rom the Renaissance genius of Urbino to the fine art of pottery in Urbania

A journey among the wonderful masterpieces of the Renaissance: from Raffaello, Titian, Piero della Francesca and Paolo Uccello to the beautiful hanging gardens of Palazzo Ducale, without forgetting the fine pottery of Casteldurante, whose art has been favored by Federico and the aristocratic Della Rovere family and it is still handed down in Urbania.

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 2 nights in double room with breakfast at URBINO RESORT **** in the countryside of Urbino

1st DAY:

• private guided tour to Urbino (3 hours, entrance to museums not included) • 1 lunch at agritourismo in Urbania

Arrival in the afternoon and accommodation right outside Urbino historical centre, in a country ‘refuge’ among centuriesold woods and gentle hills.

Suggestion: ▶ Get some relax riding a horse in the woods or with a spa treatment!

Suggestions for dinner: ▶ We suggest the restaurant San Giacomo di Urbino.

2nd DAY:

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults)

in Double Superior in Suite Superior In Double used as single room

A

B

C

01/01 - 06/01 28/03 - 01/04 24/04 - 01/05 31/05 - 15/09 01/11 - 03/11 06/12 - 08/12

02/04 - 23/04 02/05 - 30/05 16/09 - 29/09

07/01 - 27/03 30/09 - 31/10 04/11 - 05/12 09/12 - 22/12

204 274 315

193 248 293

181 237 271

Baby 0-3 years: free in bed with parents. Cradle 20 € per night. Package prices per person with extra bed: 104 € (3rd bed in SUP and SUI, 4th bed only in SUI).

NOTES: The guided tour is available every day, except on Mondays. On request, Family Suite with kitchen, 4 people maximum, is available. The prices do not include: transfers (with own vehicle) and entrance tickets to museums to be paid on site (National Gallery of Marche: full price € 5, reduce € 2,50 from 18 to 25 years, free entrance under-18 and over-65 years; Oratory of S. Giovanni: full price € 2,50; Civic Museums of Urbania full price € 4, reduced € 2).

Breakfast at the accomodation. At 10.00 am our tour will begin with our guide, who will take us to Palazzo Ducale and to the National Gallery of Marche (ticket to be paid on site); here you can admire the works of Piero della Francesca Città ideale (Ideal town) and Flagellazione (Flagellation) and the Muta of Raffaello.

From here, you will walk thorough the narrow streets of the town, up till the Fortress Albornoz, where there is a wonderful view of Urbino! Lunch in Urbania, in a biological agritourismo surrounded by nature. In the afternoon, free time: the tour may go on with a visit of Urbania, the ancient Casteldurante, where you can observe the processing of majolica, an ancient art handed down by generations. Dinner not included.

Curiosity: ▶ in the Oratory of San Giovanni you can see the frescos of Salimbeni’s brothers.

Curiosity: ▶ ain Urbania you can visit the Civil Museums and the Mummies Museum!

Suggestion: ▶ on your way back, take a detour towards Sant’Angelo in Vado to visit Barco Ducale, an historical hunting lodge of Urbino’s Dukes.

3rd DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

Urbino Urbania

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Urbino, Oaratori di San Giovanni

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SCOLI Piceno the town of the elegant travertine

Many have compared the town to “a book on the history of art to be read on open air�.

For us, first of all it is the town of hundred medieval towers, a precious jewel both for those who love art and those who don’t.

In the walls of the historical centre, you can have fun while discovering curious and funny incisions of popular proverbs of the fifteenth century. A real revelation, with its many romanics, medieval, gothic and Renaissance landmarks, wonderfully mixed with the elegance of travertine.

The package includes:

PROGRAMME

• 3 nights in double room with breakfast at Residenza 100 Torri****, in the heart of Ascoli

1st DAY:

• welcome basket with bottle of wine or fresh fruit in the room • reserved parking • private guide for the tour of Ascoli Piceno (3 hours, tickets to museums not included) • guided tour of the town of Offida (about 2 hours, entrance tickets to museums included)

PACKAGE NET RATES PER PERSON (minimum 2 adults) 02/01 – 23/12 in Comfort room in Superior room in Junior Suite in Suite

€ 240 € 288 € 314 € 379

Baby 0-3 years: free in bed with parents. Cradle: 15 € per night. Children 3-12 with extra bed: 140 € (3rd bed only in SUP, JSUI and SUI, 4th bed only in JSUI and SUI).

EXTRA CHARGE double room used as single: 115 € per person in Comfort room.

Arrival in Ascoli Piceno in the afternoon and accommodation in the hotel, one of the most beautiful historical buildings of the town, now a charm and reserved hotel a few minutes from Piazza del Popolo.

Suggestions: ▶ A nice cup of coffee with anisette in the historical liberty bar Meletti is a must for those who visit Ascoli.

Curiosity: ▶ If you love theatre, after dinner you can go to the Theatre Ventidio Basso.

2nd DAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with the guide at 10.00 am for a tour of the rue of the town, paying particular attention to the wonderful incisions that are still clearly visible on the beams of the ancient houses. They are an elegant expression of the popular culture of the fifteenth century that grew around the wise character of Cecco d’Ascoli. You will discover Piazza del Popolo, Palazzo dei Capitani, the spots and rue of the historical centre and its Romanics churches. Lunch not included.

Suggestions: ▶ You can visit the towns of Acquasanta Terme or Arquata del Tronto, with a stop to have dinner in the beautiful Castle of Luco.

3rd DAY:

Breakfast at the hotel and guided tour of the town of Offida, just a few kilometers from Ascoli, where ladies work at bobbing lace on the doorsteps of their houses! You will visit the wonderful Romans-Gothic crypt of Santa Maria della Rocca, a particular church perched on the rocks like a castle. Lunch not included.

You may want to try one of the many wine shops of the town, where you can taste the precious white wine of Offida.

Suggestions: ▶ In the afternoon, you can go visit the Fortress and Museum of Acquaviva Picena or go for a walk along the Riviera delle Palme.

4th DAY:

Breakfast and check-out.

Offida Ascoli Piceno

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Ascoli Piceno, Piazza Arringo

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OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS â—? Choose your favourite itinerary and combine the accomodation. â—? Or call the following number +39.071.21.33.854 to book your excursions directly in the site or right before the departure.

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Hot-air balloon trip

shopping with personal shopper

The hot-air balloon flight is a wonderful and magical experience. Floating in the sky admiring breathtaking landscapes, close to clouds on board of a coloured hot-air balloon. You will have the chance of touching the leaves of trees living a magical trip with the feeling of reaching the sun that sets or dawns at the horizon. The view is absolutely stunning, you can admire incomparable wonders such as the soft peaks of the Sibillini Mountains, the gentle Marchigian hills and the enchanted patches of the Conero Mount. With this unforgettable sight, the moment could be even more magical making a toast with champagne. Our hot-air balloon will be right outside your accomodation to take you in the sky.

Some hours of exclusive shopping? A tailor-made suit? Incomparable products? No time and no ideas? For those who want the best quality having no time, Maraviglia provides the exclusiveness of a completely customised tour dedicated to shopping among the excellence of the region. A personal shopper will be right outside your hotel and he will organise the shopping tour with you based on your preferences and to satisfy all your wishes. He will reveal you the most glamorous and famous factory stores, outlets and first-class artisanal shops where you will have the chance to find unique and customised pieces.

The package includes: flight with expert pilot, bottle of champagne on board, transfer.

Available: everyday from April to September.

Flight lasts about 1 hour.

Total excursion lasts about ¾ hours.

The package includes: personal shopper until 6 hours and for at maximum 2 people (4 in case of family), transfer service with luxury car and private chauffeur.

Available: from Monday to Friday.

Please make your reservation 3 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French, Spanish.

Departure: at sunset or before dawn.

Take-off from: San Ginesio, Recanati, Borgo Lanciano Relais, Riserva di Fiastra, Offida.

Please make your reservation 7 days before the chosen date.

Notes: It is required to wear long trousers and shoes without heels. The flight can be cancelled at any time according to the pilot for bad weather conditions and when the security of passengers cannot be guaranteed.

Children under 150cm are not allowed.

Available languages: Italian and English.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants

€ 316

3-5 participants

€ 230

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Total price of the service Personal shopper

€200

Transfer

€460

Discover Conero on board of a yacht Explore the Conero Riviera on board of a marvellous 15 metres yacht. A dive into crystal clear water in a magnificent location: Le Due Sorelle (“the two Sisters”), a secret enchanted beach characterised by two promontories among the sea. Here you can practice lots of activities such as fishing, diving, snorkling and water skiing. The captain will be glad to teach guests how to drive a boat and live the thrill of steering a 15 metres yacht. The yacht, launched in 2000, was built by the shipyard Azimut, it is equipped with modern facilities: • entrance on board by telescopic gangway, • 3 metres tender with stiff chain and 15 hp engine, • water maker 150 litres/hour, • equipped kitchen, • TV and bathroom with shower in each room, • fly bridge with round sofa for 6 people, • sunbed for 4 people on the prow, • the dinette is served by a plasma TV with DVD player, home theater and Hi-fi. The yacht is equipped by polished cherry wood furniture, leather sofas, mahogany floors completely made in staves as in the kitchen and bathrooms.

The package includes: freight, captain and hostess services, use of on-board equipment, fuel.

Available: all over the year.

Maximum number of participants: 10 people.

The excursion lasts the whole of the day.

Departure at 9.00am from Marina di Porto San Giorgio; arrival expected at 11.00am to Le Due Sorelle; return at 6.00pm.

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Available languages: Italian, English.

Rate: €2200 per day.

Extra charge: • lunch with seafood on board: €75 per person (wine included), • lunch with seafood at restaurant in Portonovo: €40 per person (wine not included).

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Finding Acqualagna truffles

The Sibillini Truffles

The white truffle is a real rare and precious treasure. It is possible to find it in a very few places, one of those is Acqualagna, the small Marchigian village has the world leadership for truffles sales and export. It is a Marchigian excellence for its varied and quality production which provides fresh truffles all year long. In the rich lands situated among Gola del Furlo (the Furlo Gorge), Acqualagna and Sant’Angelo in Vado you can practice “hunting” of truffles with an expert truffle hunter and if you find it, you can keep it! At the end of the excursion following the scent of Acqualagna truffles you will taste truffle creams, cheese, oil and pasta and many other delicious truffle products in a typical shop.

The Sibillini black truffle is among the most precious in Italy. Lovers of this gastronomic specialty have the opportunity of becoming a truffle hunter for one day and live an exciting adventure try to find the rare treasure. You will be guided by a truffle hunter and his dogs in the thrilling atmosphere of the wood and among the scent of the brushwood and if you find it, you can keep it! The package includes a cooking class at the end of the excursion and a lunch in a restaurant with a special menu based on truffle dishes.

The package includes: truffle “hunting” with an expert truffle hunter and tasting of truffle products (transfer not included).

Available: all year long, except for festivity or bad weather.

The excursion lasts about ¾ hours (the cooking class is included).

Departure/meeting-place: Camerino or Pievebovigliana, in autumn and winter at about 9.00am, in spring and summer at about 6.00am.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available: all year long, except for festivity and in the day of the White Acqualagna Truffle Fair. The excursion lasts about 2 hours. Departure/ meeting-place: Acqualagna, at about 9.00am. Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Notes: middle-low level of difficulty. The activity requires comfortable clothes, long pants and long-sleeved shirt, hiking boots or similar, a change of shoes, water. In case of bad weather the trip could be cancelled.

Available languages: Italian and English. German, French and Spanish required an extra charge of 106 € for group up to 5 people, € 138 for group over 5 people.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants

€ 40

3-5 participants

€ 30

6-10 participants

€ 26

Baby 0-2

free

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The package includes: truffle “hunting” with expert truffle hunter, cooking class and lunch.

Notes: middle-low level of difficulty. The activity requires comfortable clothes, long pants and long-sleeved shirt, hiking boots or similar, a change of shoes, water. In case of bad weather the trip could be cancelled.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants

€ 138

3-5 participants

€ 105

6-10 participants

€ 80

Baby 0-2

free

The Sibillini ciauscolo salami and pecorino cheese There is no better place than Visso, an ancient town ‘embroidered’ on the rocks, to taste ciauscolo (a delicious soft salami) and pecorino (a typical cheese) from the Sibillini. The tour through the ancient route of the shepherds begins in the early morning towards the small village of Cupi, where Sandra and Beniamino will be waiting to make you taste fresh ricotta and different types of pecorino cheese scented with saffron, truffle and wild herbs. After a stop at the Santuario di Macereto (Macereto Sanctuary), a beautiful masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, you will go on with the tour towards Visso where Giorgio will open the door of his “norcineria”, a typical delicatessen shop which sells homemade food products. Inside the norcineria you can taste ciauscolo, the delightful soft salami spread on slices of bread. Lunch (optional) in a typical country house to taste Marchigian dishes such as vincisgrassi, the rural characteristic lasagne, the lamb and other km 0 dishes.

The package includes: half day food-tour with guide, 2 tasting experiences, guided tour of the village of Visso (transfer and museum tickets are not included) and optional lunch in a country house with a pecorino free gift.

Available: all year long, from Monday to Saturday, except for festivity.

The trip lasts 3 hours.

Departure/meeting-place: at 09.00am from Pievebovigliana or Pieve Torina.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults)

Only tour

Tour and lunch

2 participants

€ 71

€ 100

3-5 participants

€ 51

€ 80

6-10 participants

€ 40

€ 69

Baby 0-2

free

Extra virgin olive oil of Cartoceto, fossa and goat cheeses This tour is especially recommended for those who love genuine food and authentic traditions. It will be a real exploration of the territory of the fine and precious Cartoceto extra virgin olive oil and the delicious fossa and goat cheeses. It is possible to choose between two different itineraries. The first one for those who really love gourmet products with a tour to discover the various stages of ageing that make the cheese a unique gastronomic excellence of this area. The second one dedicated to families with children which includes the visit of a farm and didactic activities.

The package includes (choose among): • Itinerary 1: visit of Palazzo Rusticucci (the representative building of Cartoceto’s extra virgin olive oil) with its evocative caves where pecorino di fossa ages. You will have the chance of tasting the fine olive oil, the fresh and aged goat and sheep cheeses, the sheep cheese cured with Rosso Conero’s marc and others typical gastronomic products accompanied with a glass of local wine.

• Itinerary 2: farm with didactic activities, visit of the goats breeding and participation in activities like milking and its procedures; tasting of oil and cheese.

Available: from Monday to Friday, except for festivity.

The visit lasts 2 hours.

Meeting-place: morning or afternoon (farm with didactic activities only in the morning) at Gastronomia Beltrami, Via Umberto I 21/23, Cartoceto (PU). Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 4 adults) 4-6 participants

€ 45

7-15 participants

€ 39

Baby 0-2

FREE

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WINE TASTING at "Domodimonti" winery

VERDICCHIO AND ROSSO CONERO: the most ancient winery of Marche

Domodimonti is poetry and art of wine. It represents winemaking according to natural methods, from biological grapes and handmade grape harvest, without any addition of sugar, acids or additives. A great passion and experience to create excellent wines, a unique tour to discover and taste them!

Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi and Rosso Conero: two Marchigian excellences for the wine sector. The first one is defined as "the most red of the whites" for its full-bodied character because of its process of ageing.

The second, instead, releases different shades on the palate while you taste it. Maraviglia reserves for its customers the best wine productions in a special location like Cantina Garofoli, Marchigian landmark for quality, love and antique traditions.

The package includes:Guided tour of the wine cellar, with tasting experience of 5 different wines (two white wines the Offida DOC Pecorino “LiCoste” and the Offida DOC Passerina “DEJA V”, two red wines the Marche IGT “Monte Fiore” and the “Picens” and the rosé wine Rosato “Piccolo Principe”), you will appreciate their flavours with local cheeses and other quality products such as the famous “olive all’ascolana” (fried green olives stuffed with meat and breading with breadcrumbs) and you will receive a free gift of the fine extra virgin olive oil “Olio Monte Fiore”.

The visit lasts about 2 hours.

Available: from Monday to Friday, 09am-12.00pm and 02.00-06.00pm, except for festivity.

Meeting-place: Contrada Menocchia, 212/A-63062 Montefiore dell’Aso (AP).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian and English. German, French and Spanish with extra charge of 106 € for group up to 5 people, € 138 for group over 5 people

Rate per person

(minimum 4 adults)

The package includes: visit to the different rooms of the wine cellar with the various techniques of refinement and the process of how to make the wine sparkling. Guided tasting of the following wines: • Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Doc Classico Superiore “Podium” (invested many times with the prestigious “Three Glasses” of Gambero Rosso); • Conero Riserva Docg “Grosso Agontano” (included in the guide of the top 100 Italian wines); • another wine selected from the top local wines; • free gift of one bottle: Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Doc Classico Superiore “Serra Fiorese” (mentioned in the “Yearbook of the best wines in Italy” and invested many times with the “5 Grappoli AIS”).

The visit lasts about 2 hours.

Available: all over the year, from Monday to Friday 8.30am-12.30pm and 2.30-7.00pm, Saturday 9.00am-1.00pm. Last visit in the morning at 11.00am, in the afternoon 5.00pm.

Meeting-place: Via C. Marx 123 – 60022 Castelfidardo (AN) Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

2-5 participants

€ 25

Rate per person

6-10 participants

€ 18

Adult

€ 48

Baby 0-2

FREE

Baby 0-5

FREE

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The Fiastra Abbey and “Il Pollenza” winery

The salami from Fabriano and the Verdicchio wine from Matelica

The Fiastra Abbey in Chiaravalle is one of the best preserved Cistercian abbeys in Italy. A real jewel of Romanesque architecture among a gentle countryside crossed by long paths for relaxing walks. You will visit the abbey both inside and outside, through a special tour including the cloister with the Capitolo’s room; the caves used to store the food; the wine cellars built by the Jesuits where it is possible to visit the Wine Museum; the cruets’ room used for oil conservation which is today the Archaeological Collection of Urbs Salvia; the cellarium, the large warehouse of the monastery and the refectory where you will admire columns and capitals from Urbs Salvia. The tour will continue with the prestigious Palazzo Giustiniani Bandini, a nineteenth century building with its English-style garden. In the close town of Tolentino, you will visit the enchanted Il Pollenza winery, a fairy-tale location with a sixteenth century villa designed by Sangallo which has an esteemed collection of high-quality wines.

The Fabriano’s salami, a typical salami with lard, is a gastronomic excellence connected to an important historical character: Giuseppe Garibaldi. The outstanding reputation of this product is shown on a letter dated 22 April 1881 written by Garibaldi to his friend Bigonzetti, to thank him for the delicious Fabriano’s salami received. This salami is produced only with lean meat and the best parts of the pork. In the historical and renowned Bilei delicatessen, in the centre of Fabriano, you will discover how a salami can be tasty as well as healthy and genuine.

High-quality products for those who love authentic, sane and homemade food. Every salami is carefully dried by a fireplace in a traditional cellar that evokes the past. The various kinds of cold meats that you can find at the Bilei shop are characterized by the compliance requirements of AiC (the Italian Celiac Association).

The package includes: tour with private guide in the available languages to the Fiastra Abbey, cloister, Villa Bandini (ticket not inlcuded, to pay in the site, about €5). Visit and tasting of 2 wines of the historical Il Pollenza winery, transfers are not included.

The tour lasts about 3 hours.

Available: from Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon, Sunday only morning.

Meeting-place: Fiastra Abbey’s porch, Chiaravalle.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants 3 participants 4-10 participants Baby 0-5

€ 80 € 55 € 45 FREE

The package includes: the Fabriano’s salami and Verdicchio wine from Matelica tasting and visit of the historical “norcineria”, the typical delicatessen shop which sells homemade food products.

Available: from Monday to Saturday, except for festivity.

The tour lasts 1 hour.

Meeting-place: morning or evening, at the Antica Salumeria Bilei, Via le Conce 5, Fabriano (along the main street of the town).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian and English. German, French and Spanish with extra charge of 106 € for group up to 5 people, € 138 for group over 5 people.

Rate per person Adult

€ 15

Baby 0-2

FREE

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Gradara: towers, caves and the famous Paolo and Francesca’s castle Gradara’s Castle represents one of the best preserved medieval architectures in Italy and also one of the most impressive. Its pretty little village, the long 800m perimeter fence, the central tower and the fairytale landscape of the valley astonish visitors. Gradara is an enchanted location where art and legend are connected with secrets and medieval history. The famous love story of Paolo and Francesca immortalized by poets like Dante, Petrarca, Boccaccio and D’Annunzio echos among this walls and these unspoilt hills. A fabulous tour for adults and children that becomes even more magic for couples, especially in the evening when the fortress turns into a natural poetic setting.

The package includes: visit with private guide, entrance at the fortress and tour of the perimeter fence.

Available: everyday, except for Monday mornings, 25 December and 1 January.

The visit lasts 2 hours.

Departure/Meeting-place: morning or evening from ProLoco Office in Gradara, P.za 5 Novembre n.1.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

From the Renaissance genius of Urbino to the fine art of pottery The tour is an extraordinary journey of Urbino’s Renaissance masterpieces, from Raffaello, Tiziano, Piero Della Francesca and Paolo Uccello to the prestigious Palazzo Ducale with its beautiful hanging gardens without forgetting the fine pottery of Casteldurante, whose art has been favored by Federico da Montefeltro and the aristocratic Della Rovere family and that is still handed down from one generation to the next in Urbania.

The package includes: tour with private guide (transfer, meals and museum tickets are not included*).

Available: everyday except for Monday, 25 December and 1 January.

The tour of Urbino lasts 2 hours, optional lunch in Urbania in a biological restaurant.

Departure/Meeting-place: at 10am, Piazza della Repubblica, Urbino.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults)

Urbino

Urbino + Lunch in Urbania

(minimum 2 adults)

2 participants

€ 53

€ 83

2 participants

€ 53

3 participants

€ 36

€ 66

3-6 participants

€ 42

4-10 participants

€ 27

€ 56

Baby 0-5

FREE

FREE

(*) To pay in the site: National Gallery of Marche: adults €5, junior €2.50 (age 18-25), free under 18 and over 65. St. Giovanni Oratory: adults €2.50. Civic Museum of Urbania: adults €4, junior €2.

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Ascoli Piceno: the town of Humanism and the elegant travertine

Offida: the art of bobbin lace

A unique and curious visit of the wonderful Ascoli Piceno, from its historical medieval towers to the various hidden details in the centre of the town that describe local traditions and secrets coming from its rich culture developed here during the Humanism and the Renaissance era.

The tour will focus its attention on the unusual woodcuts that you can observe on main beams of historical and ancient buildings representing latin or vulgar mottos and proverbs, sometimes funny sometimes wise, expression of the popular culture of the fifteenth century that grew up around the character of Cecco d’Ascoli. You will discover Piazza del Popolo, the great Palazzo dei Capitani, the beautiful Romanesque churches, the historical bridges, the rue (streets) of the medieval quarter of the town.

Visit through streets, museums and most suggestive corners of the village of Offida, where it will not be difficult to find ladies working at bobbin lace on the doorsteps of their houses. This precious art handed down from one generation to the next, is actually a very ancient tradition.

You will discover this fine art in S. Maria della Rocca church and in the Bobbin Lace Museum. Also, for those who want, you will have the chance to practice the art of bobbin lace with the help of a local person.

The package includes: visit with private guide (museum tickets are not included).

Available: all over the year, minimum 2 participants.

The tour lasts 3 hours.

Departure/Meeting-place: from Piazza del Popolo, at 10am or at 5pm (3pm in autumn/winter).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants

€ 53

3 participants

€ 36

4-10 participants

€ 27

Baby 0-5

FREE

The package includes: guided tour, Bobbin Lace Museum ticket, S. Maria della Rocca church, Sepente Aureo Theatre, Archeological museum.

Available: all over the year, except for 25 December and 1 January.

The visit lasts 2/3 hours.

Departure: 10am or 4pm from Bobbin Lace Museum (Museo del Merletto a Tomoblo).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) 2 participants

€ 16

Baby 0-6

FREE

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Caldarola Castle and Maddalena’s ghost

Loreto: the patrolling walkways and the treasure of the sanctuary-fortress

“When you cross the threshold of this antique world you will be inside the legend”: through these words the Castle of Caldarola invites you to discover old recipes going back with the time. At the end of the special dinner you will be guided to a unique visit of the castle which preserves a rich heritage of furniture and heirlooms, some examples are the heraldic room, the carriages room, the council room, the medieval kitchen, the lift bridge and the arms room. Who knows if going through the various chambers, you will have the chance of meeting the ghost of Maddalena Pallotta who lives inside the castle!

Suggestive and curious itinerary to discover an hidden side of Loreto.

The city, well known for its most valuable relic, is famous as Basilica della Santa Casa di Nazareth (Shrine of the Holy House) a real jewel of Renaissance architecture. After 500 years its “Rocchette”, the patrolling walkways, are open to the public revealing unique details of the church and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The tour of the walkways make guests discover what was hidden above the vaults frescoed of the church. The visit goes on with the unique Sala del Pomarancio and the wonderful Museo Antico Tesoro (Museum of the Antique Treasure) in the Apostolic Palace.

The package includes: guided tour of the castle with listening-guide in English, French, German, Dutch, Spanish, Russian. Dinner at the restaurant of the castle (the dinner is composed by: 2 first course, 1 main course with side, tasting of typical desserts, water and wine of the castle).

Available: all over the year, from Wednesday to Sunday, Monday and Tuesday only if they are festivity or before a festivity.

The visit lasts 30 minutes.

Meeting-place: at 8pm, restaurant of the castle. Only for Saturday and Sunday it is possible to lunch instead of having dinner, in this case the visit of the castle will be in the morning or evening.

Please make your reservation 1 day before the chosen date.

Rate per person Adult

€ 44

Baby 0-5

FREE

The package includes: tickets and guided tour of Rocchette and Museum of the Antique Treasure.

Available: from Tuesday to Sunday, except for 25 December.

Meeting-place: Piazza della Madonna, Apostolic Palace’s entrance n°105, at 10.30am and (only from April to October) at 4.30pm.

Please make your reservation 3 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults)

Tour Rocchette and Tour + tasting* Antico tesoro (2h) Adults

€ 15

€ 62

Baby 0-4

FREE

FREE

(*) Sunday not available. For Saturday, tasting only in the morning and tour in the afternoon

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Lorenzo Lotto and his nonconformist Renaissance He is often defined as “spirit wandering and romantic” for his extremely sensitive character. Lorenzo Lotto was born in Venice around 1480, but he worked mainly far away from his hometown, in Rome and in Marche.

Unable to give up with compromises, he never looked for the easy success, and rather than betray his ideals, preferred a modest life in search of clients who could understand and appreciate him. Today, the critique discovers his great value and his revolutionary innovative character, for example in creating new colors and pigments never documented before.

The numerous Marchigian works could make you retrace the creative process of the artist. The guided tour regards the fascinating rooms of Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati amd Loreto’s Apostolic Palace, which hosts several of the most significant works, together with his “Book of different expenses” that reveals secrets and thoughts of the artist.

The package includes: tickets and guided tour of the Museum of the Antique Treasure in Loreto and the Gallery of Villa Colloredo Mels in Recanati and free entrance in Museum “Beniamino Gigli” in Recanati (transfer are not included).

Available: from Tuesday to Sunday, except for 25 December.

The tour lasts 3 hours.

Meeting-place: at 10am or 3pm (also 4pm in July and August), in Loreto, Apostolic Palace entrance.

Please make your reservation 1 day before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults)

Kings and queens of the Piceni civilisation: archeologic tour of Numana and Ancona The Piceni civilisation, protagonist of historical events in central Italy between the IX and the I century BC, had in Marche the highest cultural period. Among the numerous Piceni necropolis, the tomb of the Queen of Numana is undoubtedly the most striking and rich burial circle found in Italy until now: weapons, jewelry and extraordinary golden vases. From the treasures of Numana State Antiquarium, the tour goes on with “I Pini”, an archeological excavation, and the visit of the State Archeological Museum of Ancona which has the richest and most prestigious collection of the Piceni culture existing, with numerous precious objects imported from the East telling us who the Piceni were.

The package includes: tour with private guide (transfer and tickets are not included).

Available: from Tuesday to Sunday, except for 25 December, 1 January and 1 May. The visit lasts 3 hours.

Meeting-place: at 10am or 4pm, Antiquarium Statale of Numana, Via La Fenice 4.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German, French and Spanish.Fenice 4

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) in 2 adulti

€ 53

2 participants

€ 64

in 3 adulti

€ 36

3 participants

€ 47

in 4-8 adulti

€ 27

4-10 participants

€ 38

Bambini 0/5 anni

FREE

Baby 0-4

FREE

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Cooking class: “His Majesty the Raviolo!”

A special cooking class will introduce you the secrets of the traditional and genuine Marchigian cuisine in a wonderful setting: an antique kitchen inside the enchanted Villa Cicchi. You will learn suggestions and tricks to make a perfect homemade pasta to surprise your guests once you will be back home. A practical and funny course and at the end of it you will appreciate and taste your delicious dishes made during the course.

The package includes: 1 theme cooking class “traditional homemade pasta” in the antique kitchen of a beautiful villa, tasting of dishes made during the course, beverages included.

Available: everyday.

Please make your reservation 3 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 adults) Adults and children

€ 70

The Conero in sailing boat An excursion by sailing boat is the best way to enjoy the beauty of the Riviera del Conero and the only one to reach hidden paradises as Le Due Sorelle (the Two Sisters), a secret enchanted beach characterised by two promontories amid the sea. You will have the whole day with a skipper and a sailing boat to discover breathtaking scenery made of beautiful white cliffs overlooking the sea and clear water where you can dive. Leaving the profile of the Cathedral of San Ciriaco, overlooking the sea, there is a nonstop revelation of caves and rocks populated by flora and fauna (breams, clams, mollusks and crustaceans). It is possible to admire little villages such as Sirolo, Numana and ancient towers and fortifications like the Napoleonic Fortress in Portonovo bay.

The package includes: excursion by sailing boat of 1 day, skipper service and fuel.

Departure/Meeting-place: at 10am, “Marina Dorica” port of Ancona.

Return at 6pm.

Maximum capacity: 10 people.

Notes: Children under 5 can not participate. It is recommended to bring a change of clothes.

Available languages: Italian, English.

Rate per person

(minimum 4 participants)

Adults and children

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26/07 - 30/08

115

130

Explore the Conero by horse Let the gentle Mediterranean pine forest and all the beauties of the Conero Park embrace you experiencing an unforgettable adventure: a ride through green hills, woods and vineyards towards the blue sea. The activity is open to both experts and beginners.

The package includes: guided excursion by horse in the Conero Park with a 15% reduction for meals at Agriturismo Hornos.

Available: from March to October.

Departure: morning or afternoon, from Hornos Riding Stables, Via Marina, 16 – Numana (AN).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English.

Rate per person

(minimum 2 participants)

Countryside at sunset: evening walk in the park (about 1 hour), dinner and good wine.

€ 48

1 hour walk: in the countryside or by the sea, with a rich aperitif in the garden.

€ 20

Dawn on the beach: from 5 to 7am to admire the sun rise, following a delicious breakfast.

€ 44

Hang-glider flight on the hills of infinity... with wild geese The flight is a different prospective of reality almost at limits of immagination. It means getting carried away by the wind, free your body and your mind. Everything around you will be magic, the profile of the Conero at the horizon, the gentle hills of Recanati and the Sibillini Mountains as far as the eye can see. Emotions become even stronger if the beating of geese’s wings will accompany you in the sky. This is an extraordinary experince that you can do only in certain periods of the year (from September to February), lucky visitors will have the opportunity to fly with these special couriers.

The package includes: 2 seats hang-glider flight, with pilot-naturalist.

Available: all over the year.

The experience lasts about 30 minutes.

Departure: morning or evening, from Centro di Volo Ali sul Conero, Via Musone, 22/A, Recanati (MC).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English

Rate per person

(minimum 1 participant) 1 person

€ 55

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Towers and pinnacles at Lame Rosse This experience takes place in the beautiful location of the Fiastrone Gorge, it will lead to the discovery of an unexpected show of this landscape. The so called Lame Rosse (Red Blades) are debris agglomerates of red scales, molded by water in various shapes of extraordinary beauty.

The package includes: guided tour.

Itinerary: Balzo della Rufella (755m) – Valle di Nicola (615m) – Lame Rosse (835m) – (A/R).

Difference in altitude: 360m.

The tour lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Difficulty: turistic.

Equipment: trekking shoes, pants, sweater or pullover, jacket, hat, water and snack, sun glasses, suntan cream.

Suggestions: camera and a change of clothes to leave in the car.

Available: from June to September.

Departure/Meeting-place: Fiastra Lake.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English, German and Spanish.

Frasassi caves The underground complex of the Frasassi Caves in one of the most magnificent and fascinating underground tracks of the world. The touristic route, equipped and accessible, is 1.5 km long and offers the excitement of an overturned stunning world made of impressive caves, stalactites and stalagmites of the most curious shapes, emerald lakes and huge openings in which you can lose the perception of space. Close to Frasassi, in the pretty village of Genga, you will visit the Abbey of St. Vittore and the Valadier Temple inside a natural cave that can be reached only by foot.

The package includes: ticket and listening-guide in the available languages for the tour of the caves, booking fee, parking, trasfer to the caves by bus, ticket for the Speleo-paleontological Museum of St. Vittore and the Art and History Museum of the Territory of Genga.

The visit lasts 70 minutes.

Available: everyday, at 11.15am, 12.45pm, 2.45pm, 4.15pm.

Meeting-place: ticket office of the caves, 30 minues before the booked entrance.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Notes: the temperature inside the caves is 14°C constant. Suggestions: wear a pullover and comfortable shoes.

Available languages: Italian, English, German and Spanish.

Rate per person

Rate per group

(minimum 2 participants)

(maximum 20 participants)

Tour

Tour+Lunch

Group up to 4 people

€ 154

Adults

€ 20

€ 49

Group from 5 to 20 people

€ 190

Junior 6-14

€ 16

€ 45

Baby

FREE, meals are not included

FREE, meals are not included

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A walk among the flowering uplands

“Freewheeling” among the ruins of Urbs Salvia and the Abbey of Fiastra

This tour is an exploration through colours and scents of Piani di Ragnolo large balcony, almost touching the two main mountains that provide a complete overview of the Sibillini North Mountain Range. You will be accompanied by the numerous colours of the surrounding landscape in the period of flowering of daffodils, orchids, buttercups, gentians and many other species. The atmosphere will be even more magical at sunset.

The best way to discover the hidden lands of Fiastra Abbey is to get on the bicycle seat and pedal to explore the whole of its territory. The excursion starts from the scenic “Brancosina” route to immediately take part of the pretty and picturesque landscape of Macerata’s hills.

In a few kilometres you will be at the archaeological excavations and Roman amphitheater in Urbisaglia where you can opt for a guided tour.

Then, along the river, you will go into the forest and down towards the Cistercian Abbey of Chiaravalle.

Itinerary: S.M. Maddalena Pass (1 457m) – CAI chalets (1 520m) – Punta Ragnolo (1 557m) – Pizzo di Meta (1 575m) – S.M. Maddalena Pass.

Difference in altitude: 200m.

The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Difficulty: turistic.

Equipment: trekking shoes, sweater or pullover, jacket or k-way, sun glasses, suntan cream.

Suggestions: camera and a change of clothes.

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available: from April to May. Departure/Meeting-place: Bolognola.

Notes: At the end of Piani di Ragnolo flowering, in June and July the exploration takes place in Castelluccio. It is possible to change level of difficulty and difference in altitude depending on the level of training of the group.

Available languages: Italian, English, German and Spanish.

Rate per group

(maximum 20 participants) Group 24 people

€ 154

Group from 5 to 20 people

€ 190

Distance: 15/20 km.

The excursion lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Difficulty: simple.

Difference in altitude: 100m.

The package includes: guide Mountain Bike S.I.M.B., bike rental with helmet.

Available: from March to October.

Departure/Meeting-place: at 9.30am from Abbey of Fiastra (MC).

Please make your reservation 2 days before the chosen date.

Available languages: Italian, English.

Rate per group

(maximum 20 participants) Group up to 12 people

€ 160

For each person in excess

€ 13

Add €25 per person for bike and helmet rental

Add €8 per person for the walking sticks rental.

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ACCOMMODATIONS â—? A selection of our best accommodations in Marche, among relais and charming historical palaces, 3-4-5 stars hotels, agriturismo and country houses, villas and apartments. â—? Optional excursions on page 80-95, to book also in site.

MARCHE

il tuo viaggio nelle

Morrovalle (MC)

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illa Colli Country Loft

Historical centre of Morrovalle: 1,4 km Airport: 70 km Ancona-Falconara Train station: 4 km Morrovalle, 15 km Civitanova M. Sea: 15 km Civitanova Marche, 30 km Conero Riviera

Villa Colli is immersed in the deep green landscape of the Marchigian countryside, it is the ideal refuge for a honeymoon couple or a family. On sunny days, it is possible to enjoy the marvellous daylight by eating your breakfast in open-air or having dinner in front of a typical sunset in the external porch, after some relax in your private swimming pool. tThe large glass doors open on the surrounding countryside let you enjoy the landscape, being in the warmth of a wooden furniture and original brickwork inside the house. The Villa is an original loft, with a large day-room and kitchen area, a living-room for relaxation, a space with an ancient fireplace that overlooks the countryside. The loft provides two double rooms, two bathrooms, an external shower and a large garden. The bedrooms offer highquality linen, towels and bathrobes.

Services: Garden, external swimming pool with hot shower, hi-tech brazier with BBQ, Parking, satellite Tv with home theatre system, dvd player, smart phone connection for listening music, free wi-fi. Pets Allowed.

Rates: € 1500 - € 1900 per week (Saturday/Saturday).

For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Check-in: 16.00, Check-out: 10.00.

The rates include: weekly cleaning, water fee, electricity, gas, heating, air conditioning, bed linen, bath and kitchen linen, swim towels, barbecue firewood, wi-fi throughout the house, Italian SIM phone service.

Maraviglia complimentary welcome gift: home-made cake, sweet local wine and small basic equipment of kitchen products (pasta, olive oil, salt, water, fruit juices, etc.). Other consumer products are available directly in the house for a fee.

Deposit Guarantee: 200 €.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

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Amandola (FM)

illa Amandola Country Villa

Town Center of Amandola: 5 km Airoport: 100 km Ancona-Falconara Train station: 50 km Pedaso Sea: 50 km Pedaso

The Villa dominates the hill of Marmacchia, a few kilometers from Amandola, and offers a wonderful garden with a small swimming pool (depth 1,40 meters) and solarium overlooking the surrounding Sibillini Mountains. Guests can easily reach many cultural attractions in a short time: Fermo, Ascoli, Macerata, Tolentino and other wonderful medieval towns.

Rooms: The villa consists of a casale (farmhouse) offering downstairs a large livingroom, sofa, fireplace, table and a comfortable kitchen. Upstairs there are 4 double rooms with bathroom and private sitting room, that can hosts up to 8 + 3 people at all. The villa provides also an optional dependance, a small independent apartment for 2-4 people, with kitchen and bathroom.

Services: swimming mountain bike, free Wi-Fi.

pool,

solarium,

Rates: â‚Ź 2700 - â‚Ź 3900 per week (Saturday/Saturday).

For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Check-in: 15:00; Check-out: 10:00.

The rates include: weekly cleaning, water fee, electricity, gas, heating, air conditioning, bed linen, bath and kitchen linen, wi-fi.

Small pets are allowed, on request.

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Monteprandone (AP)

B

orgo da mare Residence

Historical centre of Monteprandone: 0 m – San Benedetto 5 km Airport: Ancona-Falconara 100 km - Pescara 85 km Train station: San Benedetto 5 km Sea: San Benedetto del Tronto 5 km

A welcoming historic house renovated from two XVI century buildings in the historical centre of Monteprandone, Borgo da Mare offers the possibility to enjoy the sea in summer and the snow in winter. Big crossed vaults, the wooden beam ceiling, handmade bricks and the original frescos enrich the charming rooms and make the house a pretty refuge, set in the quietness of the village.

Rooms: The house is composed by 20 apartments and 2 double rooms, each of them has cooking corner, kitchenware, air-conditioning, satellite flat screen TV, Wi-Fi, elegant furniture and a breathtaking view for a relaxing holiday.

Services: Sauna, swimming pool with hydromassage and solarium. Billiard table, barbecue in the garden. Bar, self service laundry, shuttle to the beach. Night parties, mountain bike tours, acquagym and sailing. Close to the house: food shops, restaurants, pharmacy, post, bank, etc.

Rates: € 550 - € 1500 per week (Saturday/Saturday) For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it Check-in: 15:00 Check-out: 10:00 The rates include: water fee, electricity, gas, heating/air conditioning, wi-fi, weekly cleaning, bath linen, bed linen and weekly washing kit (towels, soap, toilet paper and shampoo). Baby-bed or beds for children up to 6 years old on request. Moreover, beach umbrellas and sunbeds at the beach of San Benedetto + shuttle to the beach, selfservice laundry, swimming pool with hydro-massage, sauna, barbecue in the garden, billiards and bicycles, evening entertainment and acquagym aerobics, guided countryside walks and organized excursions by mountain bike or by boat. Small pets are allowed, on request EXTRAS: Italian breakfast, served at the bar near the pool, babysitter, massages

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Numana (AN)

A

damo & Eva Country House

Historic Centre of Numana: 5 km, 6 km Porto Recanati Airport: 34 km Ancona-Falconara Train Station: 7 km Porto Recanati Sea: 300 m

The Adamo ed Eva Resort is waiting for you in the town of Numana. Equipped with all services, from restaurants to sports facilities, including areas for children. Villas with garden, entertainment, sport activities are just a few of the numerous possibilities that will make your holiday the ideal vacation in the Conero Riviera.

Rooms: The Residence consists of 230 villas, containing two-room apartments and three-room apartments. Smart homes equipped with every comfort in line with the most advanced trends in housing: building automation, air conditioning, satellite TV. Services: Swimming pool with large loungers, baby pool, beach at 300m from the resort equipped with 1 umbrella and 2 sunbeds per apartment, shuttle to the beach and the city centre, a bar/market, aesthetic and massages, a polyvalent field, soft animation and babysitting. Reception 24h, private parking with security service, day-trips and excursions office, bike rental, hairdresser on request, grocery shopping service or personal chef, agreements with many restaurants.

Rates: € 300 - € 1800 per week (Saturday/Saturday).

For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Additional charges to be paid to the reception: Weekly fee: € 70 per apartment.

Includes: water, electricity, air conditioning, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and 1 beach umbrella and 2 beds per apartment. Club Card: € 25 per person (from 4 years) per week. Includes: water aerobics, muscle toning, aerobics, line dancing, soft animation day and night, club, train to the beach and the town centre.

Deposit Guarantee: 150 € Animals: Pets allowed, € 30 per week including lessons with dog trainer.

The two-room apartment (45 mq) includes: a living room with kitchen and double sofa bed, double bedroom and bathroom with shower.

The three-room apartment (55 mq) includes: hall, living room with kitchen and double sofa bed, double bedroom, bedroom with 2 single beds, bathroom with shower.

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ocanda dell'Istrice

Camerino (MC)

apartments

Historical centre of Camerino: 5 km Airport: 75 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 5 km Castelraimondo/Camerino Sea: 75 km Falconara – 70 km Civitanova Marche

Locanda dell'Istrice is situated on a hill, below the medieval castle "Rocca d'Ajello" close to the town of Camerino. The ideal place to relax, to take a hike and to discover a lot of beautiful villages and cities all around.

Apartaments: The Locanda dell’Istrice has 5 mini apartments (for 2-4 people) and 1 vacation apartment near the castle (suitable for up to 5 people). The 2 mini apartments are especially made for wheelchairs. All the 5 mini apartments have individual air-conditioned and a little kitchen with hearth, basin and refrigerator. Any apartment is equipped with TV. Services: Library with more than 700 books. Sports practicable near the locanda: horse riding, off-road, paragliding and hanggliding. If you don’t want to cook, you can come to the Istrice Restaurant, just a few minutes far from the apartments. It offers delicious traditional dishes.

Rates: € 350 - € 600 per week (Saturday/Saturday).

For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Check-in: 15:00 Check-out: 10:00 The rates include: water fee, electricity, gas, heating, air conditioning, breakfast in the Locanda, cleaning and linen change twice a week.

Children until 3 years free (little extra bed).

Small pets are allowed, on request.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Acquasanta Terme (AP)

M

ill House Apartment

Historic Centre of Acquasanta: 5 km, Ascoli Piceno 15 km Airoport: 120 km Pescara, 145 km Falconara Train Station: 34 km Porto d’Ascoli Sea: 50 km San Benedetto del Tronto

The Mill House is an ancient impressive water mill (XVIII sec.), in the countryside of Acquasanta Terme, not far from the medieval towns of Ascoli Piceno and the enchanting Luco Castle. The watermill is situated in the woods, in an hidden and secret place, far from the city and surrounded only by the silence of nature. No television. The watermill is close to a stream and a natural private waterfall, ideal for relaxing and swimming.

Rooms: The Mill (100 mq) can hosts up to 4 people. It consists of two floors: on the ground floor there is the kitchen with a fireplace.

Upstairs there are 1 double bedroom, 1 twin bedroom and 1 bathroom.

Rates: € 100 - € 140 per night (only accommodation, available from April to September).

For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Check-in: 15:00 Check-out: 10:00 Minimum stay: 2 nights.

The rates include: water fee, electricity, gas, bed linen, bath and kitchen linen, cleaning at the end of the stay. Pets are allowed, on request.

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Pesaro (PU)

*****

E

xcelsior Hotel

Historical centre: 100 m Pesaro – Urbino 40 km Airport: 35 km Rimini – 55 km Ancona- Falconara Train station: 1 km Pesaro Sea: 0 m Pesaro

To those who love the good living, Excelsior Hotel offers a place far from the stereotypes, with a rational and modern luxury lifestyle. It is a glamour experience dedicated to the ’50!

Rooms: The hotel has 49 rooms like suites, with attention for the details: Suite, Comfort, Superior and Deluxe represent different spaces but have the same quality. They are all technologically equipped, sound-proofing, airconditioning and heating, to make the guest feel comfortable.

Services: ’59 Restaurant reinterprets the traditional cuisine of Marche, while Bistrò offers oven-baked products like a New York bakery. Spa with heated swimming pool, hydro-massage, back massages, Finnish sauna, relax area with halotherapy with salt steam, vertical Kneipp in emotional shower. Beach with hydro-massage tubs and rooms, beach services. Congress area from 20 to 200 seats and customized Wedding & Events Service.

RATES: Comfort/Superior double rooms: € 140 - € 340 per night b&b Deluxe/Junior Suite: € 180 - € 440 per night b&b Suite: € 300 - € 600 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 7 nights in August.

Notes: The rates include Spa access. Extra bed is possible only in Deluxe room, maximum 1 per room.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

***** Torre di Palme (FM)

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illa Lattanzi Luxury Refuge

Historical centre: 1 km Torre di Palme – 10 Km Fermo 6 km Porto San giorgio Airport: 80 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 6 km Porto san Giorgio/marina Palmense Sea: 2 km Marina Parmense

An eighteen century villa situated in a beautiful private park with a stunning view on the Adriatic coast. It has been renovated to become a charming place where the welcoming and kind atmosphere creates an unforgettable sensorial experience.

Rooms: There are 18 rooms finely furnished in pastel colours, with every comfort: hydromassage tub, Wi-Fi connection. Satellite TV, air-conditioning, safe deposit box, minibar and a wide choice of pillows. It is possible to demand the sea-view.

Services: The restaurant of the villa offers local products, express cooked dishes and vegetables from the garden, according to the traditional cuisine of Marche. Buffet breakfast.

Belvedere Spa is situated in an ancient turret of the villa, this is a special corner where couples and individuals can take care of their wellness with a Personal Spa Assistant. The terrace of the villa is available for a romantic dinner under the stars. Meeting area (up to 100 seats), gym, and private church. On request: limousine service, affiliated beach, yacht service.

Rates: Comfort double room: € 190 - € 260 per night b&b Superior double room: € 220 - € 320 per night b&b DeLuxe double room: € 270 - € 380 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 7 nights in August.

Notes: it is not possible to have extra beds in rooms.

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Urbino (PU)

****

U

rbino Resort

Historical centre of Urbino: 15 km Airport: 40 km Rimini – 80 km Ancona Train Station: 25 km Pesaro Sea: 28 km Pesaro

Urbino Resort, an ancient rural building inside of the biological farm San Giacomo, has now been renovated and is only 11 km far from Urbino. A dive into history and tradition, with raw linen and pure cotton, delicate silks and large fireplaces that maintain the original charm of this place.

Rooms: There are 30 rooms with fireplace and desk. Every unit has been reinterpreted to bring out its unique and original personality.

Each room has air-conditioning, satellite TV, internet, minibar, safe deposit box and hairdryer. Room service on request.

Services: Restaurant. Lounge bar. Wi-Fi connection, large outdoor parking, outdoor swimming pool for adults with solarium and children swimming pool.

To be paid: access to the spa area (with hydromassage swimming pool, swimming machine, Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, Kneipp course, emotional shower, relax area), facial and body treatments, bicycle rental, horse riding, tastings.

Rates: Double Room: € 120 - € 175 per night b&b Suite Room: € 180 - € 240 per night b&b Family Suite (4 people): € 220 - € 310 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

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**** Castelraimondo (MC)

orgo Lanciano Relais Benessere

Historical centre: 4 km Castelraimondo, 9 km Camerino, 11 km Matelica Airport: 73 km Ancona Falconara Train Station: 3,5 km Castelraimondo, 28 km Fabriano Sea: 70 km Civitanova Marche

The Relais Borgo Lanciano is located inside an 8-hectar park among the gentle hills of Marche. It is an ancient rural place that was built around the Castle of Lanciano and nowadays it has become an elegant hotel with spa and outdoor swimming pool, in the wonderful setting of the Sibillini Mountains.

Rooms: There are 49 rooms, Superior, Executive, Junior Suite (with hydro-massage or four-bed) and a Kimben Suite (with private hammam). They are located around the park, in different buildings. The warm colours of the rooms, the exposed beams, the terracotta floors or parquet create a welcoming and romantic atmosphere. In every room you can find air-conditioning, plasma screen, free Wi-Fi, minibar.

Services: Outdoor swimming pool and free access to Kimben Spa (sauna, Turkish bath, hydromassage swimming pool with swimming machine) included in the price. Restaurant ‘I Due Angeli’ à la carte with traditional local dishes reinterpreted by the chef. Buffet breakfast with salty and sweet products. Large outdoor parking. 24h reception, bar.

Rates: Double Superior room: € 149 - € 159 per night b&b Double Executive room: € 159 - € 179 per night b&b Junior Suite: € 179 - € 199 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

The rates include: Spa access.

Notes: maximum 1 extra bed per room.

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Castel di Lama (AP)

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orgo storico Seghetti Panichi

Historical centre of Ascoli Piceno: 8 km Airport: 84 km Pescara - 120 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 26 km San Benedetto del Tronto Sea: 26 km San Benedetto del Tronto

Nowadays Borgo Storico Seghetti Panichi, historical house of the Panichi family that has been living here for more than 150 years, is an exclusive hotel with a great attention to details. The complex is composed by various buildings built around XVII and XVIII centuries: the historical palace has a unique hall and antique rooms with fireplaces. The historical building San Pancrazio and the Oratory have very precious frescos. The palaces are surrounded by a fairy-tale historic park that is the first example of bioenergy garden in Europe.

Rooms: The house has 6 suites with original antique furniture and precious material. In the Historic House San Pancrazio there are 5 comfortable apartment-suites with independent entrance and marble bathrooms.

Telephone, TV-Sat, safe-box, air-conditioning, minibar, kettle for tea in every suite. Breakfast with handmade local products; in summer the breakfast is served under a porch.

Services: Swimming pool in the park. Wellness Room with sauna. Restaurant with traditional recipes.

Coffee House with scenic terrace for cocktail and aperitifs.

Billiard room and reading room. Wi-Fi connection. On request: phytomelatonin massages, massages in the park or ‘en suite’, laundry service, babysitting.

Rates: Double Suite in the Historical Villa: € 150 - € 1000 per night b&b Apartments (up to 4 people): € 75 - € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

The rates include: Buffet breakfast and consumption of soft drinks from the mini-bar.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

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**** Ascoli Piceno (AP)

esidenza 100 Torri Hotel

Historical centre of Ascoli Piceno: 0 m Airport: 130 km Ancona Falconara – 106 km Pescara Train station: 35 km San Benedetto del Tronto Sea: 35 km San Benedetto del Tronto

An exclusive boutique hotel in the centre of Ascoli, near the famous Piazza del Popolo, the hotel has been made out from an aristocratic XVIII century building.

Rooms: 14 elegant rooms with wooden floors, paintings, period furniture for exclusive rooms and a view over the city center. Every room has air-conditioning, heating, minibar, TV-Sat, telephone, safe deposit box, high speed internet, hairdryer. Rooms available: Standard, Comfort, Romantic, Superior, Junior, Suite Romantic and Suite 100 Torri; moreover there is a wonderful apartment furnished in the same style of the rest of the house. The whole building can be reserved for a very private stay.

Services: Reserved parking car and lot inside the structure for Maraviglia clients, Garage with supplement. Lounge Bar. Reading Room, private and cozy. Free Internet Point.

Rates: Standard / Superior double room: € 115 - € 160 per night b&b Junior Suite / Suite: € 170 - € 250 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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Cartoceto Serrungarina (PU)

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ymposium Hotel

Historical centre: 1 km Cartoceto – 10 km Fano Airport: 60 km Falconara Train station: 10 km Fano Sea: 10 km Fano

A relaxing country house in the hills of Marche, the perfect place for those who love a quiet stay dedicated to good food. Its renowned restaurant has received many awards for the freshness of its products and the high quality of its dishes.

Rooms: A relaxing country house in the hills of Marche, the perfect place for those who love a quiet stay dedicated to good food. Its renowned restaurant has received many awards for the freshness of its products and the high quality of its dishes.

Services: Apart from its famous and starred restaurant, Symposium has an outdoor swimming pool with solarium and sun beds. You can taste the delicious homemade production of cold meats and cheeses and take part in cooking classes (organized on request).

Large parking.

Rates: Double ROOM: € 120 - € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Montemaggiore al Metauro (PU)

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illa Tombolina Country House

Historical centre: 10 km Fano – 8 Mondavio Airport: 60 km Ancona Train station: 10 km Fano Sea: 10 km Fano

Villa Tombolina is surrounded by the green country and is near the Adriatic coast. In just a few minutes by car you can reach the port town of Fano and in an hour you can get to the Conero area or the beaches of Riviera Romagnola, with many pubs and discos. Those who love art can visit the medieval towns of Fano, Mondavio and Urbino.

Camere: Different accommodations in the Villa or in the farmhouse are suited for couples, families and groups. They all have beautiful and welcoming rooms, with a unique atmosphere and a breathtaking view.

Services: Swimming pool, mountain bikes and multi-purpose court. Guests can also use one of the many agreed prices for spa treatment, beach service, riding school and babysitting.

The area offers many occasions and activities to spend your free time: you can have fun at the sea, enjoy a lively town and the quietness of nature.

Rates: “Casolare” double room: € 80 - € 140 per night b&b “Villa” rooms: € 120 - € 170 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 7 nights in August.

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Fabriano (AN)

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archese del Grillo Relais

Historical centre: 5 km Fabriano Airport: 55 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 5 km Fabriano Sea: 60 km Falconara Marittima

Relais Marchese del Grillo is an historical house that dates back to 1771, and was commissioned by Marquis Onofrio del Grillo and become famous for the movie with the same name interpreted by Alberto Sordi. The prestigious accommodations, which after many years of renovation are now back to their original splendor, are the jewels of the crown of this 4-star hotel, together with the excellent and renowned restaurant.

Rooms: Rooms are located in two units, the Villa and the Locanda. The suites of the Villa, located on the main floor, are the ancient rooms of the Marquis, of the Countess, of the Duke and of the Gentile, and still have eighteenthcentury style and details, period frescos and elegant marbles that give them a luxury atmosphere. The Locanda, the ancient house of the keeper, is composed by 6 rooms and 2 suites. They are all different and have country-style furniture. Rooms for disabled people available.

Services: The restaurant, made out from the ancient cellars of the Villa, offers excellent reinterpretations of historical recipes and a wonderful wine card. The Relais organizes cooking classes with the Restaurant Chef, Emanuela della Mora, and entertaining evenings dedicated to swing. Free Wi-Fi connection in the structure, large parking and laundry service.

Rates: Double Suite in the Historical Villa: € 135 - € 350 per night b&b Double room in the Locanda: € 100 € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Matelica (MC)

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illa Collepere Country House

Historical centre: 3 km Matelica – 10 km Fabriano Airport: 65 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 3 km Matelica Sea: 70 km Falconara

Villa Collepere is an exclusive country house in the wonderful setting of Matelica’s hills. The structure has been renovated and used to be a hunt house in the XVII century. Now it has been designed to spend pleasant moments in a relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by centuriesold trees.

Rooms: The Villa has 13 bright rooms with private bathroom, 2 suites with private terrace, 1 suite with balcony, 7 double rooms and 2 single rooms. Each room has been furnished trying to maintain the original characteristics and style of the villa. All rooms and suites have a wonderful view on the park and on the surrounding hills.

Services: Restaurant service, outdoor swimming pool, garden, free parking. On payment: Wi-Fi connection and Spa area.

Rooms for disabled people and extra beds for children available.

Rates: Double room: € 100 - € 130 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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Mercatello sul Metauro (PU)

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astello della Pieve

Historical centre: Urbino 30 km Airport: Falconara 115 km – Rimini 85 km Train station: Fano 75 km Sea: Fano 75 km

Villa Collepere is an exclusive country house in the wonderful setting of Matelica’s hills. The structure has been renovated and used to be a hunt house in the XVII century. Now it has been designed to spend pleasant moments in a relaxing atmosphere, surrounded by centuriesold trees.

Rooms : The Villa has 13 bright rooms with private bathroom, 2 suites with private terrace, 1 suite with balcony, 7 double rooms and 2 single rooms. Each room has been furnished trying to maintain the original characteristics and style of the villa. All rooms and suites have a wonderful view on the park and on the surrounding hills.

Services: Restaurant service, outdoor swimming pool, garden, free parking. On payment: Wi-Fi connection and Spa area.

Rooms for disabled people and extra beds for children available.

Rates: Double room: € 100 - € 130 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Saltara (PU)

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illa San Martino Country House

Historical centre: 1 km Airport: 65 km Ancona-Falconara Train station: 18 km Fano Sea: 19 km Fano

In Saltara, among the gentle hills overlooking the valley of Metauro, inserted in a green oasis, just 15 km from the sea: a villa renovated from a XVI century building full of charm, combining the historic fascinating location with the comfort of its rooms and suites, each different from the others, at the same time enchanted and appropriate to modern hospitality.

Rooms: The seven rooms are called with the names of the Pleiades, stars from the Taurus constellation, for centuries the most admired astronomical objects of the sky. The rooms are divided into three types: Double; Family, provided with a loft and 4 sleeping accomodation; Suites, precious and refined. Air conditioning, satellite TV, direct line telephone, safe box, mini-bar, hairdryer in all rooms.

SERVICES: Breakfast is served in a panoramic view room, tables are placed in front of the windows that overlook a garden sets among the wonderful Marchigian countryside with gentle hills and olive tree groves. There will be honey, marmelades, fresh fruits, local traditional cakes as well as seasonal local products. Large garden, private parking, Balì Museum and Planetarium and Astronomical Observatory both part of the vast complex of the villa.

Rates: Double Room: € 90 - € 120 per night b&b Family Suite (4 people): € 140 - € 160 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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Recanati (MC)

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allery Hotel

Historical centre of Recanati: 0 mt Airport: 46 km Ancona-Falconara Train station: 14 km Porto Recanati Sea: 14 km Porto Recanati

Located in the heart of the town of Recanati, the Gallery Hotel Recanati is the ideal accomodation to enjoy the Leopardian atmosphere offered by the center of poetry and at the same time close to the Conero Riviera. The hotel provides a magnificent view on the gentle Marchigian hills and a wonderful terrace with hydro-massage.

Rooms: The hotel is a renovated palace from an historical building of the sixteenth century, it was actually a seminary in 1700. The 68 rooms, 9 suites and 6 junior suites, offer all comforts: individual air conditioning, Wi-fi connection, flat-screen tv-sat, safe box for storing laptops, hairdryer. Guests can choose between classic or sophisticated design for a modern and essential style. Suites and Junior Suites are bigger, they include a living room corner.

Services: restaurant, bar, reception 24h, newspapers, panoramic terrace with hydro-massage and sunbeds, internet point and free Wi-fi, reading lounge. Garage or private parking is available (for an extra fee). Moreover, the hotel is equipped with special high-tech systems that guarantee energy saving and help natural environmental conservation.

Rates: Superior double room: € 89 - € 109 per night b&b DeLuxe room with view: € 119 - € 159 per night b&b Suite/Junior Suite: € 139 - € 159 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

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e Case

Macerata (MC)

Country House

Historical centre: 5 km Macerata Airport: 50 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 6 km Macerata Sea: 30 km Porto Recanati

Le Case Country House is surrounded by the green hills of Macerata and is a place where elegance, wellbeing and the importance of the territory come together. The perfect combination for those who love an intimate place and high quality gourmet meals.

Rooms/Apartments: There are 14 rooms, with precious period furniture and attention to details to create a mixture of elegance and modernity. The suite with a mezzanine has a wonderful view on the park and it is an elegant and stylish accommodation.

Each room has minibar, air-conditioning, safe deposit box, telephone and Wi-Fi connection.

The structure also has four functional apartments elegantly furnished.

Services: The structure has two restaurants: the elegant and refined Le Case and the Enoteca, which received a Michelin star, where you can taste delicious traditional recipes of this territory. Also available spa with scenic swimming pool, Finnish sauna, hydro-massage, emotional shower with chromotherapy and gym.

Rates: Standard/Superior double room: â‚Ź 130 - â‚Ź 200 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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**** Ascoli Piceno (AP)

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illa sgariglia Resort Hotel

Historical centre: 10 km Ascoli Piceno Airport: 122 km Ancona-Falconara. 98 km Pescara Train station: 30 km S. Bendetto del Tronto Sea: 25 km S. Bendetto del Tronto

Villa Sgariglia is located in a XVII century building surrounded by a 16-hectar park. You can enjoy a wonderful view of Ascoli Piceno, Gemelli Mountains and the Adriatic Sea. The skiing resort of Piselli Mountain is 14 km from the Villa and the beach of San Benedetto del Tronto is 15 km far.

Rooms: The rooms of the Villa have frescos in the ceilings and traditional furniture. They also have a private bathroom, LCD TV and minibar. Free Wi-Fi connection in the business centre.

Services: In Villa Sgariglia you can taste the local recipes of Marche and traditional Italian cuisine; breakfast includes local cakes and cheeses. Villa Sgariglia has a swimming pool and a large park where you can go for a hike or a relaxing walk. Large private parking.

Rates: double room: â‚Ź 80 - â‚Ź 140 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

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*** Ascoli Piceno (AP)

lbergo Piceno

Historical centre: 0 m Sea: 32 km Train station: 1,5 km Ascoli P,. 34 km Porto d’Ascoli Airport: 96 km Pescara, 131 km Ancona Falconara

Exclusive XVII century building situated in the centre of Ascoli, between Piazza Arringo and Piazza del Popolo, the hotel provides functionality; every comfort and a welcoming relax area with Jacuzzi for the guest.

Rooms: 20 modern and bright rooms, with details inspired by the painting of local artists.

Every room has air-conditioning, minibar, SkyTV, Wi-Fi connection, hairdryer, hydromassage shower, telephone and safe deposit box. Deluxe rooms also have drinks from the minibar, tea service, hydro-massage tub, bathrobe and slipper, parking included in the price.

Services: Relax Area with Jacuzzi and exercise bicycles. Free use of bicycles, 24h reception. The buffet breakfast, with savoury and sweet food, is very rich, with fresh pastries, homemade cakes and biscuits, fresh fruits from biological agriculture and celiac products.

Rates: Standard double room: € 99 - € 120 per night b&b De Luxe double room: € 120 - € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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*** Corridonia (MC)

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an Claudio Hotel

Historical centre: 25 km Civitanova Airport: 55 km Ancona - Falconara Train station: 25 km Civitanova Marche Sea: 25 km Civitanova Marche

The hotel is located near the famous Romanesque Abbey of San Carlo and near one of the most interesting archeological sites of the Romanesque art and Christian religion, where the ancient Aquisgrana was thought to be.

Rooms: Every room is decorated with wonderful frescos, the main characteristic of the hotel, bricks and exposed beams. Each has every possible comfort and a breathtaking view.

Rooms for disabled people available.

Services: At the restaurant of the hotel you can taste the typical dishes of Marche. Buffet breakfast and bar service. The hotel has spaces equipped for receptions, meetings and a large garden. Parking available.

Rates: Standard double room: € 80 - € 100 per night b&b Suite room: € 100 - € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Morro d'Alba (AN)

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*** hanti House Hotel

Historical centre of Morro D’Alba: 1 km – 15 km Jesi Airport: Ancona-Falconara 15 km Train station: Chiaravalle 10 km Sea: Senigallia 25 km – 20 Falconara Marittina

Shanti House is a farm surrounded by the gentle hills of the prestigious “Lacrima” red wine, it is the ideal setting for those who are looking for peace and serenity. The surrounding area is full of surprises: you can wander among hills to explore Vallesina medieval villages or spend some time relaxing on the Senigallia beaches or in those ones of the Conero Riviera.

Many villages are within a few minutes, like Jesi, Senigallia, Genga, Ancona.

Rooms: Shanti House has 9 rooms which guarantee privacy and discretion, All of them are equipped with air-conditioned and free Wi-Fi. Services: Panoramic view restaurant.

Outdoor swimming pool and hydro-massage.

Bicycles available and free of charge.

Rates: Double Room: € 70 - € 110 per night b&b Family Suite (uo to 4 people): € 120 € 150 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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Sirolo (AN)

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irolo Hotel

Historical centre: 0 m Sirolo – 20 km Ancona Airport: 33 km Ancona falconara Train station: 10 km Osimo Sea: 0 m Sirolo

The hotel is located inside the wonderful Park of Conero, very near the city centre of Sirolo. It offers modern services to give the clients every possible comfort. The beautiful sea of Conero can be reach by staircase or using the shuttle service or bus service.

Rooms: There are 31 rooms that offer a fine and elegant atmosphere and services to make your stay comfortable: shower, hydro-massage (in Superior rooms), air-conditioning, minibar, LCD TV 26’’ with Pay TV and satellite channels, safe deposit box, hairdryer, internet connection and wide range of pillowcase.

Junior Suites also offer hydro massage tub and LCD TV 32’’.

Services: Buffet breakfast and restaurant service. Spa with sauna, Turkish bath, hydromassage tub, UVA solarium, massage area.

Outdoor swimming pool, meeting room with wide screen and projector.

Rates: Standard double room: € 90 - € 160 per night b&b Suite room: € 190 - € 260 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 7 nights h&b in August and July.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

**** Ripatransone (AP)

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Calanchi

Country Hotel

Historical centre: 8 km Ripatransone – 10 km S. Benedetto Airport: 100 km Ancona Falconara Train station: 10 km San Benedetto del tronto Sea: 10 km San Benedetto – 12 km Grottammare

The hotel is an oasis of peace and relax, a 4-star hotel with an indoor restaurant, a romantic porch and a beautiful small square where, in summer, you can have dinner under the stars.

The hotel also has a meeting room for business meetings and congresses. Inside the structure, a large park with various tracks allows to take a walk or go for a run.

Rooms: There are 32 rooms and suites furnished in different ways to meet every need of the clients. Each room has air-conditioning, private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, minibar, electronic safe deposit box, telephone, TV, Wi-Fi connection. The rooms and suites of the top floor also have satellite TV and, on request, Jacuzzi. Rooms for disabled people available.

Services: The restaurant ‘La Piazzetta’ is also available for private events, with an outdoor swimming pool situated in the large and lush park around the hotel; fitness area, tennis table, basket court. Bicycles and mountain bikes are available at the hotel for a nice trip. The hotel has a meeting room with all the equipment.

Rates: Double room: € 120 - € 240 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

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Senigallia (AN)

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inis Africae Country House

Historical centre: 16 km Cagli Airport: 60 km Falconara – 115 km Rimini Train station: 25km Urbino Sea: 55 km Fano – 75 Senigalla

The country house Finis Africae is a fascinating and relaxing oasis situated just a few kilometers from the beautiful beaches of Senigallia. In the structure, oriental and occidental atmosphere come together to offer to the guests a relaxing stay. Thanks to the experience in the organization of events, it is the perfect place for weddings and receptions.

Rooms: Finis Africae has 25 rooms situated in three different scenic positions, with view on the gardens and on the swimming pool. Every room has a bathroom with bathtub, hairdryer, airconditioning, satellite TV, telephone, modem, minibar. 5 different types of rooms allow the guests to create a customized stay!

China suite, with six large windows, offers a wonderful view on all the four sides of the building and has hydro-massage tub.

Services: The hotel offers a restaurant service with high quality traditional cuisine. Guest can use the swimming pool, the Turkish bath and the large garden. There are rooms for meeting, an auditorium and a large congress room.

Rates: Double room: € 110 - € 170 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

Senigallia (AN)

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uchi della Rovere Hotel

Historical centre: 500 m Senigallia Airport: 25 km Falconara Train station: 500 m Senigallia Sea: 50 m Senigallia

A comfortable 4-star hotel in the centre of Senigallia, on the Adriatic coast, just near the beaches and the most important touristic attractions in the area. Surrounded by a wonderful garden and with a swimming pool and a terrace, this modern structure offers a high quality service for an unforgettable stay in Senigallia.

Rooms: 51 rooms finely furnished with all the comforts: air-conditioning, minibar, safe deposit box, satellite channels. The large and bright suites with shower and the rooms on the 4th floor have a ‘Pillow Card’, soft bathrobes, kettle for tea, bath courtesy line by Arte, LCD TV, and DVD. Services: Restaurant, room service 24hs for breakfast and meals. Swimming pool. Guests can use bicycles, garage and private parking.

Wi-Fi connection.

RATES: Double room: € 110 - € 170 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 5 nights in August.

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**** Ascoli Piceno (AP)

alazzo Guiderocchi Hotel

Historical centre of Ascoli Piceno: 0 m Airport: 130 km Ancona Falconara – 106 km Pescara Train station: 35 km San Benedetto del Tronto Sea: 35 km San Benedetto del Tronto

Palazzo Guiderocchi is an authentic noble palace of 16th century, very close to the main square Piazza del Popolo, it has been used as Census’ Chancellery, Ecclesiastical Court and Notary’s Archive. Enjoy a stay in this charming hotel, discovering all the treasures of the Ascoli Piceno, the city of Quintana and “olive all’ascolana”.

Rooms: Junior Suite, Deluxe and Superior rooms are all placed inside the main building, Palazzo Guiderocchi. Rooms at Palazzo are very large and comfortable, provided with big beds covered with canopy, decorated ceiling and all comfort in the heart of a noble building. Other rooms (Emotional and Classic) are placed inside a lovely dependances (Residenza dei Capitani, 100 meters from Palazzo) with the view on Piazza del Popolo. They are provided with modern furniture, hydromassage or Jacuzzi; some rooms have a little kitchen too.

Services: The Rua dei Notari Restaurant offers traditional Ascoli's cuisine. In summer, the tables are extended even into the internal court-yard under the arches of this ancient palace. Free wi fi. Reserved parking car on request, Garage with supplement.

Tea corner each afternoon. Shopping card to enjoy reductions in the shops of Ascoli. Pet friendly.

Rates: Rooms at Palazzo: € 89 - € 189 per night b&b Rooms at Residenza dei Capitani: € 69 € 109 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

**** Porto S. Giorgio (FM)

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avid Palace Hotel

Historical centre: 0 m Porto san Giorgio – 15 km Fermo Airport: 80 km Falconara Train station: 1 km Porto San Giorgio Sea: 0 m Porto s. Giorgio

In Porto San Giorgio, in front of one of the largest touristic ports of the Adriatic Sea (Approdo), you can find David Palace, a modern 4-star hotel. The hotel is near the beaches and it is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing holiday. The garden offers a swimming pool with hydro-massage.

Rooms: 50 large and comfortable rooms with sea view, air-conditioning and entrance for disabled people. Every room is very welcoming, elegantly furnished and has a private balcony.

Services: The restaurant offers fish specialties, bar, reception 24h, terrace, nonsmoking rooms, rooms for disabled people, lift, safe-box, heating, air-conditioning, billiard and swimming pool. Free Wi-Fi.

Rates: Double room: € 120 - € 180 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Minimum stay: 3 nights, 5 nights in July and August.

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**** Montegranaro (FM)

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ORIZON Hotel

Historical centre: 2 km Montegranaro – 15 km Civitanova M. Airport: 90 km Ancona-Falconara Train station: 15 km Civitanova M. Sea: 15 km Civitanova Marche

The Horizon Hotel is located a few steps away from a large shopping centre with fashion shops, famous factory stores and outlets while the beach of Civitanova Marche is just 5 minutes far. The perfect place for those who love shopping!

Rooms: There are 50 double rooms and 5 suites with private garden and kitchen corner that can host up to 5 people. Each room is finely furnished, with Wi-fi connection LCD screen and satellite TV, minibar, safe deposit box, bathroom with large shower or hydro-massage bathtub.

Services: Restaurant and lounge bar.

Beauty farm with Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, Mediterranean unit, emotional shower, ice falls and relax area. Outdoor swimming pool with chromotherapy and hydro-massage. Congress centre with large meeting rooms from 20 to 200 seats with the best equipment and customized arrangements.

Rates: Double room: € 120 - € 180 per night b&b For net rates or commissionable rates for travel agencies, please contact info@maravigliatravel.it.

Notes: The rates include Spa access.

Optional excurtions at p. 80 - 95

MARCHE

il tuo viaggio nelle

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