Who has not wanted to experience driving along the Amalfi Coast in an open top classic Italian sports car. Perhaps an Alfa Romeo Duetto, Ferrari Testarossa or MG Midget. Or even a Fiat 500.

It is now possible with Sprintage who have designed two new routes to discover the 'Divine Coastline'.

Sprintage specialises in self drive classic car tours in Italy's most sought after locations such as the Italian Lakes and Amalfi Coast.

The overall aim of the company is to combine a passion for classic cars, gastronomy and wine in a unique package for anyone who loves living well.

Services includes classic self drive car hire for tourism, and the organisation of tours for groups and company incentives.

The following two 4 days Sicily tours by Palermo based tour operator Sole Blu Sicilia are new long weekend break packages from either Catania or Palermo aimed at exploring the best locations in eastern or western Sicily.

They are ideal weekend breaks for 2 - 4- 6 people and include 2 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis, transportation by van or minibus, all visits and English speaking driver.

This short vacation break in Le Marche features truffle hunting, a cooking lesson based on truffles, wine tasting and even an excursion by vespa. The package has been put together by Le Marche Holiday based near Ascoli Piceno with a local agriturismo.

It is an ideal weekend break where your guide will also take you to the best local artisan workshops and factories to buy such items as hand made shoes. The fun starts with a welcome aperitif offered by the agriturismo followed by dinner.

Learn the culinary traditions and food culture of Sicily through its cuisine and its wines. Enjoy the friendliness of the locals and take cooking lessons, make excursions, taste renowned wines, shop in local markets, see the wildlife, discover an extraordinary Sicily. Please, enquire directly to Hotel Villa Ducale to ask about the availability.

Villa Carlotta in Taormina is a luxury boutique Sicilian hotel and sister accommodation to the award winning Hotel Villa Ducale nearby. The location is very panoramic and very quiet, but only a five minute walk from the historical center of Taormina. Below we list a number of short break packages currently on offer and for more details and direct booking, please follow the links in the right column.

This 3 day and 2 night trekking tour by Naples based tour operator Rising Incoming Organizer stretches between Mount Vesuvius and the Amalfi Coast and begins in the ancient ruins of Pompeii which date back to 79 A.D. The Vesuvius and AMalfi Coast trekking tour includes 2 nights accommodation in Hotel or B&B, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 2 picnics, expert tour guide for the entire trip, private minibus and public buses, trains & if required, 1 excursion, entrance fees to Pompeii and Vesuvius Services.

This 3 day guided tour of Puglia by Experience Puglia is a vacation package which can also be customized to your own interests. The main tour includes daily discoveries of Puglian typical products and an Apulian cookery class, wine & olive oil tasting and visits to castles, the famous trulli and the beautiful Puglia sea and countryside.

Your accommodation stay is a 4 star historical residence located in Conversano.

The tour includes: * Transfers between Bari-Palese airport or from railway station * Transport to each location * 2 dinners at restaurant ( the first and the last evening ) * Entry to the castles & museums * 3 lunches in selected restaurants * Wine cellar visits and wine tasting * Olive oil tasting * Cookery course * Opportunity to buy wines and oil at vineyard prices * Route map * Hotel taxes and service charges * Departure taxes

is three day weekend break in Positano by Naples based tour operator Rising Incoming Organizer can be an ideal extension to a trip or vacation already planned trip in Italy.

A weekend at the foot of Monti Lattari surrounded by green mountains and views towards Punta Licosa and Capri. Enjoy.

Bramafam is a boutique tour operator specializing in personalized travel services and event organization in Piemonte and the rest of Italy through local partnerships. This itinerary in Langa and Roero is especially dedicated to wine lovers seeking to discover the history of Piemontese wine and the old noble estates where such wine has been traditionally produced.

Famous names such as Cordero di Montezemolo, Marchesi di Grésy and Carrega Malabaila. Not least, the chance of a real historical journey through the Cantine Nobili, vineyards and cellars of the Savoy aristocracy (Tenuta di Fontanafredda, Castello di Verduno, Cantine Marchesi di Barolo).

This wonderful short break package is offered by Hotel Villa Roncuzzi and has been especially put together to combine a relaxing 4 night stay by the Adriatic Coast with a cultural discovery visit of the Unesco Heritage Site of Ravenna to view close up the spectacular Byzantine gold and mosaics.

It is ideal for couples or small groups and the guided visit and entrance tickets to the sites are included.

Follow Footprints of Michelangelo is the name of this fabulous short 3 night break by Hotel Byron in Forte dei Marmi in north Tuscany to discover the zone where Michelangelo sourced the raw materials for his greatest works. You will visit the white marble caves of Carrara and quarry museum. The full program looks like this:

A 2 day and 1 night guided visit tour operator Rising Incoming Organizer of their home city of Naples and the splendid scenery of the famous Bay. Naples is one of the most enchanting of all Italy's cities, especially in the hands of an expert guide and your itinerary looks something like this:.

The following package is offered by Sprintage who specializes in classic Italian sports car hire along the Amalfi Coast. The short luxury break proposal for two will help you spend a wonderful weekend in a beautiful Country House surrounded by the green hills of the Amalfi Coast and an elegant "Alfa Romeo Spider" available during your stay. The full package includes:

• An entrance to a beach club
• A riding lesson
• A nice dinner in a typical restaurant.

Price: €800

On this page you will find the latest Rome break packages by The Duke Hotel.

Do take note of the dates during which the prices are applicable and do book directly with the hotel by using the customized booking request form on this page

Casa Ilaria Bed and Breakfast in central Bologna is proposing the following short break packages to discover one of the most buzzing cities in Italy. Do contact Casa Ilaria directly to book your stay. The cooking lessons are held in English and all participants receive a small booklet of recipes and an apron as a souvenir.

TASTING BOLOGNA PACKAGE

2 days and 1 night for 2 people including:

- Double of wedding room
- Rich buffet breakfast
- Welcome tea with biscuits
- 3 hour Bolognese cooking course based on fresh pasta followed by lunch or dinner of the dishes prepared.
- Illustrative material to discover Bologna

• Price per person €99
• Extra night per person €40
• Single bed supplement €30

Low cost airlines now fly to Palermo, so consider this Winter Long Weekend 2012 package proposed by Palermo based tour operator Sole Blu Sicilia. It makes an ideal break in what is probably the warmest place in Europe at the moment.

1st day: Airport Palermo/Hotel in Palermo

• Independent arrival at the Airport of Palermo.
• Transfer to 4* Hotel in Palermo
• Lunch on your own. Afternoon at leisure.
• Dinner at your charge and overnight at 4* Hotel in Palermo.

2nd day: Palermo

• Breakfast at the Hotel. The rest of the morning at leisure. Lunch on your own. Afternoon free.
• Personal shopper on request .
• Dinner at your charge and overnight at the Hotel.

3rd day: Palermo

• Breakfast at the Hotel. The rest of the morning at leisure.
• Lunch at the your charge. Afternoon free.

4th day: Palermo/Palermo Airport

• Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Palermo Airport. End of our services.

This first half of this full two day guided tour by Experience Puglia is the same as the day tour to Matera with wine tasting.

Based in Gioia del Colle throughout, the second full day begins with a trip to resort town of Polignano along the coast followed by lunch in a local restaurant overlooking the sea.

Afternoon is a visit to Alberobello and the famous trulli with also a visit to an olive mill to see close up how extra virgin olive oil is produced. An olive oil tasting session is scheduled in the garden of olive trees.

The following cooking vacation package put together by Villa Gaia is a perfect short break to discover the zone of Asti and Alba, and taste some great food and fine wine. Here we highlight the 3 days and 2 nights proposal, but note that a four day three night offer is also available. Both require a minimum of 4 participants.