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to his position, this native son declared
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from this heart. This evening, we’ll enjoy
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dinner together in a local restaurant.
ancient. Narrow, medieval passageways open
suddenly to sweeping views of the city and Breakfast, Dinner
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the palazzos, piazzas, and churches scattered Day 9 Explore Montepulciano •
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one of these districts today where we may PYUZdTYR Q]PP _TXP _Z Pc[WZ]P _SP XPOTPaLW
interact with the locals to get a glimpse into streets of this charming city, we’ll use our
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