A descent from the north typically offers those on the left side an iconic panorama of Rome's historic center, including the Vatican and the Colosseum.
The right side offers an incredible panoramic tour of the Italian coastline, featuring active volcanoes, the dramatic Amalfi Coast, and the Bay of Naples.
The left side offers a superior combination of iconic London landmarks upon departure from the steep LCY runway, the most concentrated views of the Swiss Alps' highest peaks, and the highly coveted aerial view of Rome's historic center and the Vatican during the standard northern approach into Fiumicino.
The left side offers a superior perspective of the high Western Alps, including the Mont Blanc massif, and provides a stunning panoramic view of the Tuscan coastline and islands during the descent into Rome.
The right side offers a premier aerial tour of Southern Italy's volcanic landscape, including a direct view of Mount Etna and the Aeolian Islands.
The left side offers a superior view of the core Swiss Alpine massifs, including the Bernese Oberland peaks, and a more detailed perspective of the Italian Apennines and the Roman hinterland during the descent.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point for the highest peaks of the Western Alps, including potential views of Mont Blanc, and a beautiful coastal approach into Rome.
The right side offers a superior variety of terrain, including the dramatic Taurus Mountains in Turkey, the dense cluster of Aegean islands, and a scenic descent over the Italian mainland towards Lake Bracciano.
While both sides offer spectacular views of the Alps, the Right Side provides a superior perspective of the high Swiss peaks and glaciers, as well as the beautiful Mediterranean coastline and Tyrrhenian Sea during the final descent into Rome.
The Right Side is superior for this route as it provides front-row views of the high-altitude Hindu Kush and Caucasus ranges, plus clearer lighting conditions away from the direct sun.
The right side offers a superior scenic progression, featuring the Elbe river, the Harz mountains, a clear view of Lake Constance, and a spectacular descent along the Tuscan and Lazio coastlines.
The left side provides a spectacular front-row seat to the highest peaks of the Alps, including the Mont Blanc massif, followed by the picturesque landscapes of the Italian interior.
The left side offers a superior view of the Eastern Alps and the Dolomites, followed by an iconic aerial perspective of the Eternal City, Rome, during the final approach into Fiumicino.