Having been the centre of one of the world’s greatest civilisations ever, Rome has exerted a huge influence over the world in its millennium long history. With wonderful palaces, ancient churches, Basilicas, grand Roman monumnets and graceful fountains, Rome has an immensely rich historical heritage.

Florence, the city of the lily, gave birth to the Renaissance and changed the way we see the world. For centuries it has captured the imaginations of travellers, who have come seeking rooms with views and phenomenal art.