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Spiaggia di Sansone, Tuscany: Located on Isola d'Elba (Elba island), just a short ferry ride from the region's rolling hills and vineyards, this beach is peppered with smooth white pebbles.

Spiaggia di Chiaia di Luna, Lazio: You won't find a better sunset vantage point than from its sandy, sheltered shore.

Spiaggia di Tordigliano, Campania: Only accessible by yacht, or by a rocky, two kilometre-long hillside trail, this beach remains unspoiled and commonly unfrequented.

Cala Pulcino, Sicily: You're most likely have this white sand cove with terrific views over the Mediterranean all to yourself.

Scala Dei Turchi, Sicily: You won't get a better view of southern Sicily's strange, spectacular landscape anywhere else.

Spiagga Macarro, Basilicata: In Maratea, a port town in Basilicata, there are many secluded coves and beaches, but the most striking is Spiagga Macarro.

Spiaggia di Caminia, Calabria: When in Calabria, head towards the Ionian coast - you'll find a smattering of sleepy "secret" beaches with the same iridescent waters.

Spiaggia del Due Sorelle: You won't find any food vendors, snorkel gear rentals or shower facilities here - just soaring limestone cliffs, silvery sand and the cool, translucent waters of the Adriatic.

Most sun-seeking visitors to Italy make a beeline for the obvious coastal getaways: Capri, Amalfi and the Cinque Terre. But beyond these famous shorelines, Italy abounds with equally beautiful and tourist-free beaches, in places you'd never expect. From the Tuscan countryside to the craggy cliffs of Marches, you'll find many spectacular hidden beaches - that you'll have all to yourself.

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Italy's beautiful and tourist-free beaches