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Some northern Italy group tours go to famous places, but others find tucked away, out of the way locations for a unique and memorable experience.

For example, on Via Aggiunti in San Sepolcro in Arezzo, you’ll find a civic museum with collections from the 14th century till today.  These civic items include frescoes and sinopites from churches of the town.

Another unusual stop is the convent verna in Chiusi Della Verna, also in Arezzo.  Your host will usher you in on the A1 highway to local road SS 71.  Or, your group may wish to experience the thrill of European train travel and arrive by rail.

The convento complex consists of several buildings, primarily the Franciscan sanctuary which houses several churches in a row.  The Santa Maria degli Angeli is notable for the two altars decorated by Andrea Della Robbia.  Be sure to dress respectfully when visiting Italian churches.

The Public Museum of Medieval and Modern Art is located on Via San Lorentina in Arezzo.  Collectors of majolica decorative items will find a stunning display from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.  Ask your tour guide to point out the 16th century basin highlighting St. Matthew, and a Chinese flask from the 14th century.  There are painting and other pictures by Giovanni Fattori, Adriano Cecioni and Telemaco Signorini.

In the town of Camaldoli in Arezzo is the Sacro Eremo di Camaldoli, an example of 11th century hermitage architecture in the Camaldoli forest.  The building includes a sheltered area of approximately 20 “cells” along four paths, and a church, chapter house, a refectory, guest rooms and a library.

Lastly, your guide will recommend a beautiful park and nature reserve called the Valle Dell’ Inferno.  This area is home to fish which are all but extinct elsewhere as well as several species of birds of Tuscany, proving northern Italy group tours have something to offer everyone.

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