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Like a straight line connecting the Mediterranean to the Adriatic, this Route du Bonheur leads from Campania to Puglia via astonishing Basilicata. From one coast to the other, the journey celebrates contrasting Italian atmospheres. You'll encounter the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, endless olive groves, even houses carved into the rock. Sorrento, Matera and Ostuni are much more than incredible cities and sites to visit: you may want to spend the rest of your life there.
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Hotel and restaurant on the seafront. There is an eternal, timeless beauty to the Gulf of Naples, with its jagged coast and deep-blue sea, and the Vesuvius rising in the background. In the most picturesque corner of Sorrento, the Bellevue Syrene was opened in 1820, having been originally designed in 1750 as a private residence built on the foundations of a Roman villa. The location, decor, comfort and sense of history at this hotel make it an extraordinary place. The fishponds full of water lilies evoke the Roman times, while frescos painted as a tribute to famous guests adorn the walls. The recent refurbishment of the hotel has balanced respect for the glorious past with contemporary comfort. ... Learn moreless
Though the traditional expression is 'See Naples and die,' a more accurate version might perhaps be 'See the Bay of Naples and die,' as the city boasts what is arguably one of the world’s most beautiful coves. Reaching higher ground is a chance to gaze upon its teeming streets, the Mediterranean’s...
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Beyond the picture-postcard prettiness looms history... and mystery. Sorrento’s industrious mills of old have now become enthralling, vegetation-covered ruins. The former site of Vallone dei Mulini, located near the city, is an unexpected hideaway of suspended time, where nature has reclaimed the site...
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In the city of Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vetera Matera has installed its guest rooms and lounges in some of the Sassi, troglodyte dwellings dug into the mountainside in the Paleolithic era. This original undertaking lets guests explore the city and region while staying in this admirably restored world of stone. The contemporary décor, all of understated elegance, perfectly complements the rough, natural rock and the rooms’ broad windows look out onto scenery that has been the backdrop for countless film productions. The accommodations boast large terraces and are set on the heights of the city’s historic center, a district woven together by a tangle of alleys and spectacular staircases. The gourmet restaurant at Vetera Matera showcases specialties of the Basilicata region, while the spa invites you to slip into relaxation pools carved into the rock itself. ... Learn moreless
A backdrop to cinematic works by Italian director Pasolini as well as James Bond, the streets and cave dwellings (sassi) of Matera form an astonishing film set. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993, the sassi and its churches carved into the rock form an architectural ensemble comprising...
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Piazzetta Pascoli offers an astonishing perspective over the city, with a roof terrace that offers a unique panoramic view of the sassi. At night, a unique atmosphere of mystery and silence reigns: While the city bustles behind you, in front of you, it’s as if time stopped still several centuries ago....
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Hotel and restaurant nestled in a historical centre. Hidden behind the main church, a beautiful 16th century palace blends into the whitewashed walls of the town. It is La Sommità (lit. The Summit), perched high above the historic centre of Ostuni. Behind the Catalan-style portal, a veritable oasis is unveiled. The harmony of white and cream tones, natural stone, and minimalist decor invite you to disconnect and recharge. Take the time to read under the shade of an alcove or at the edge of the little pool, get lost staring across the roofs of the city and the groves of olive trees stretching to the Adriatic, before savouring a refined and reinvented Puglian cuisine. ... Learn moreless
To fully appreciate the beauty and architectural uniqueness of Ostuni, it’s worth taking a step back to take in the view. From Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, the city reveals its dazzling white walls. From its promontory, at an altitude of 715 feet, Ostuni overlooks plains covered with olive trees, vineyards...
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Its inhabitants claim that Ostuni is the most dazzling white city in the world. First mentioned by Pliny the Elder in the 1st century AD, the city continues to attract and seduce visitors with its architectural uniqueness and slow pace of life. Within the city walls, the houses, ancient palaces, small...
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Suggestions for travel itineraries that you can fully personalise according to your wishes and the experiences you would like to discover. Our consultants are available to help customise your route and assist you in making reservations at our properties. It is up to you to reserve any recommended activities on-site or nearby that might interest you.
** Offer cannot be combined, valid for an itinerary in at least 2 different Relais & Châteaux establishments, reserved with Relais & Châteaux concierges, discount applicable on certain rates and certain establishments. List available from our concierges.
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