Celebrate La Dolce Vita and come with us to Italy, the epitome of style and sophistication – so much more than pasta, pizza and piazzas.

Explore the winning combination of ancient charm and modern glamour and style in Rome, from the glorious frescoes of Michaelangelo in the Sistine Chapel to the impressive ancient ruins of the Forum and monumental Colosseum, home of gladiatorial contests in ancient times. Don't miss the glamorous Spanish Steps, the unforgettable Trevi Fountain and the Vatican City, home of the Pope, with its own postal system, currency and even army.

Indulge in a bit of top notch retail therapy in Milan, fashion capital of the world. Or open the treasure trove of art and architecture that is everywhere in the narrow winding streets of Florence, where we can organise an official Italian guide for you to make sure you don't miss such sights as the Pitti Palace, the domed cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and the beautiful courtyard of the Palazza Vecchio, the massive town hall.

If you prefer natural beauty, Italy offers some of the most spectacular scenery in the world. The sight of the Dolomites is breathtaking all year round, with jagged, snow-capped peaks in winter, and lush green valleys and carpets of blooming alpine flowers in summer. The shoreline of Lake Como is dotted with ancient villas and quaint fishing villages. And don't miss out on an excursion on the Bernina Express to the glamorous ski resort of St Moritz – an amazing experience, with spectacular close-up views of the white glaciers and black lakes of the Alps. Lake Garda is equally magical, framed by majestic Alpine peaks, and encircled by faded elegant palazzos, and pretty pastel villages strewn with flower-bedecked balconies.

Live the high life in the exclusive romantic fishing village of Portofino, where you can sip Prosecco on the quayside and gaze at the magnificent millionaires' yachts bobbing up and down in the harbour. Step back in time in the medieval walled hilltop towns of Tuscany, where the pace of life hasn't changed since the Middle Ages, against a backdrop of rolling hills and lush groves of olive and citrus trees. Fantastic excursion opportunities here include Florence, and the medieval towns of Lucca, Siena, and Pisa, with its famous leaning tower still standing in the Field of Miracles after 650 years. We'll also spend time at two of the upmarket coastal resorts of the chic Versilian Riviera: highly fashionable and exclusive Forte dei Marmi, and the enchanting village of Marina di Pietrasanta.

Hit the beaches of the glamororous Italian Riviera, a magnet for the glitterati since the early days of Hollywood. The seaside resort of Diano Marina is surrounded by olive groves and oozes style and sophistication; from its safe, sandy beaches, to the charming heart of the old town – perfect for discovering small restaurants and open air markets, or just sipping a creamy capuccino at a pavement cafe and watching the world go by. The lively traditional seaside resort of Alassio is a favourite, too, its beach covered in colourful umbrellas and edged with inviting restaurants. Join the jet set on the Amalfi Coast, arguably Europe's most beautiful stretch of seaside, with beautiful towns, such as Positano or the clifftop village of Ravello, full of narrow streets and stunning views overlooking the sparkling waters of the Bay of Naples. Wander through the narrow cobbled streets in the old town or sit in a shady cafe in Sorrento and soak up the holiday atmosphere, or discover forgotten traditions down at the fishermen's harbour. Relive the lives of ordinary Romans in the chariot-worn streets of Pompeii, where time stood still in 79AD when the city was destroyed by an earthquake and buried under ashes for centuries.

So take your pick, whatever you choose to do, Italy's got plenty to offer.